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Blocking access to public highway - by parking in front of THEIR drive
Hi, would appreciate views on where I stand with this one. I live in an end of terrace which is also at the end of the cul de sac, the terraces each have a 'driveway' (the width of the house) that is part of the plot and sits between the house and directly onto the road. There is a continuous dropped kerb along the front…
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Repair costs
Can a garage increase the cost of repairs, once you have accepted the quote to repair the vehicle?
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road tax question
my son is going to see a car tonight with intention of buying it,,his first car,,it is about 15 miles away,,can he legally drive it back ome,,althoug it is still road taxed,,is it not that when car changes owner road tax stops,,he has got insurance nearly ready,,at a click of button,,or can u get tax online all the time
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Toyota Yaris 1.4 Diesel
Hi, I am in the market to replace my rusty old Nissan. I don't trust the rust will hold it together. I saw this 2006 Yaris Diesel for £2050 and 140K miles. It seems to have a good service record.I'm going to have a look at it and test drive it but do you think its over priced considering the millage? What should I look for…
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Leasing new car vs buying used ?
Hello My wife is about to buy a replacement car, but we are a bit confused about this. Is it better financially to lease a new car or buy a low mileage used car (a couple of years old) outright (with savings) from a car supermarket like AvailableCar.com ? Thanks
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'engine worn out'
I bought a 17yr old mk4 golf a couple months back. It's about 100 on clock and with service history and 1 advisory last mot. It's vaguely a foray into bangernomics. .cost between 500 and 1000. So what I've noticed - oil light came on Monday. I put 0.5 l in since it seemed empty - engine screeches when I turn ignition 1 in…
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Recall on car
Hi, I have a car, I have only had it around 8 months and there has been a recall because something fitted may be rubbing against something to do with the breaks. It has taken me 2-3 days to get hold of someone in the servicing department to book it in and I forgot to ask whether I will get a courtesy car or not. I am…
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Notice of Intended Prosecution vs Fixed Penalty Notice
My motor insurance is due for renewal and now requires me to declare any Convictions, Endorsements, or Fixed Penalty Notices received within the last 5 years (previously I recall it only asked me to declare any convictions or endorsements). Last year I received a Notice of Intended Prosecution for a speeding offence and…
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Renault deal offered on my car
I received a letter from my local Renault dealer today quoting a reference number and my car registration number and asking me to ring to OFFER ME A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY! Has anyone else had this letter? I have a 5 year old Renault wind convertible which I do want to either sell and buy a new car next year or part exchange…
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Coasting in neutral may feel cheaper but it uses more fuel.
Just read Martin's tips for fuel saving and I would like to clarify one of his points. I have written parts of the software for the engine control unit (ECU) for some models of car and as is common with all other manufacturers we had a system called fuel cut off (FCO) which under certain conditions as its name suggests cut…
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20p Tyre Tread Test
I'm very concerned that the latest e-newsletter is promoting using the rim of a 20p piece to test of a tyre tread is legal. This used to work with an old 10p piece which had a 1.6mm rim, but the rim on a 20p piece is about 2.7mm wide. The 20p test is con liable to have hundreds or thousands of motorists changing their…
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The Great Dash Light Diagnostics Con
Hi, Just thought I should recommend to drivers that if they have an 'Engine Fault' light appear on their dash & the garage wants to charge £35-£40 to connect it to a diagnostic 'computer' to get an error code & source of the problem, that they can but a scanner on Ebay for around £8-£9 that will do just that e.g. Memo…
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3 year old mercedes rattle rear offside
As in title. Anyone know what it could be before I take it into garage. Much worse when road is uneven and bumpy. Thanks for reading.
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Advantage car finance advice
Hi there. I really need some advice. So I got a car through advantage finance in February of this year. Through past mistakes and an awful credit history the interest was shocking but at the time I needed the vehicle for work. The figures are; Cost of the car £2000 Interest on the credit £840.12 Acceptance fee £325 Option…
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Locating Automatic Driving Instructor?
I am planning to start driving lessons again after a break of 20 years and two failed tests. I am much more confident than I was back then! However, I want to learn in an Automatic, but there seems to be such a limit on Automatic Driving Instructors in my area! Is there any way I can find an Automatic Instructor who…
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Leasing v buying?
After yet another massive repair bill, I'm considering leasing a brand new car as opposed to buying another second hand one. I don't know much about it and obviously the dealerships are going to give me the hard sell. Has anyone leased before? What are the pros and cons? Thanks :)
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MSE News: 23 tricks to pimp your motor's MoneySaving
Avoid £1,000 fine risk, can you get a year's car insurance for 96p, or at least a 'free' Kindle?... Read the full story: 23 tricks to pimp your motor's MoneySaving Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If you aren’t sure how it all works, read our New to Forum? Intro Guide.
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Recommendation please
Hi, Had to get rid of my L reg Disco (had it for 6 yrs, ran on cooking oil, loved it). Gone and bought myself something quick/local (07 Vauxhall Vectra £3000) and while it is in good condition/goes well, etc. it is just too small/awkward. I am 6'5" age 64, bad back and getting in and out of the bloody thing is a pain. I…
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No Claims Discount proof.
Hi all, I have insured our new car with a company which is asking now for the No Claims Discount proof. I have always been the main driver and my wife the named driver. But now my wife wants to be the main driver and I will be the named driver. I have been with Halifax for over 4 years and then we moved into Privilege at…
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Gawd help us, DVLA has got a new system!
So I gets one of my motorbicycles MOT'd by the ever-wonderful Big Dave at Moore's of Hemel Hempstead, and he gives me a nice printed piece of paper saying it passed, with lots of details on it like the test number and the VRN and the VIN, and his signature at the bottom. Three weeks later, MOT status check on the DVLA…
