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£12k budget
For something registered in 2015 Must be low miles (less than 10k) Focus size/shape ie. hatchback low tax (£30 or less) Bluetooth for handsfree My shortlist is Seat Leon 308 Focus Any other models you would recommend?
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What's the Parking (P) mode for an Toyota Auris automatic?
Hi all, What is the default parking mode for Toyota Auris automatic? My car has R, N, E, and M modes. Similar to this example: Usually with automatic there is a P option for parking but this doesn't have it. How do I put it in a parking mode? I read the manual but there was no real indication except use the handbreak.
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looking for a up to date intelligent satnav
I've had it with my garmin nuvi 50. It's incredibly dumb and slow. For ages it didn't inform me that I could use the free woolwich ferry to get from north side to south side and instead taken me through blackwall (slow) or dartford (takes age and is a huge segue). Additionally if I miss a turn it cannot intelligent reroute…
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Car goes forward when in Neutral and Reverse mode by default?
Hi all, Whenever I put my car in Neutral or Reverse it goes forward by default. I have to hit the break pedal in Neutral to stop it. And I have to press the accelerator a little to make it go in reverse in the Reverse mode. It is an automatic Toyota Auris VVT-i model. Is this supposed to happen to Toyota cars?
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Really appreciate advice - what's your view?
Hi all, I've seen a used 5008 from a Peugeot dealership for £7500. This is the MPV 1.6 HDi FAP Exclusive Manual and is a 2010 registration. It has full dealership history and is 67,000 on the clock. I'm looking for a car for me and my family that will last us a few years (5+) Should I be worried that it already has 67k on…
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Looking for used car ideas
Afternoon all Hoping some petrol heads could offer suggestions for me based on the below criteria. Current 14 year old car might need replacing and looking for some suggestions Budget of anywhere up to £5500 ish, looking for value for money so if you have a £2500 suggestion I would be all ears. Ideally has cruise control…
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Planning to buy a car in cash
Hi guys, I was just wondering what the best "negotiation tactics" would be as a cash buyer if I were to goto a dealership ? I was looking to buy a used car and from what I understand, cash is actually less desirable than taking out a finance which I am not prepared to do. After speaking to a few friends, I understand that…
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Hit and run courier
Hello, I'm new here. A courier driver hit my car and drove away. My car was stationary and parked outside my house on the road. There was a witness who said that the van delivered a package to my house then backed into my car smashing 2 door panels and rear wing. Then pulled forward and drove away. He managed to get half…
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Changing a car - MoreThan insurance
Evening all, going to see a car tomorrow and if all goes well I will be buying it. I am insured with MoreThan and I notice that one of the options on their website (after I have logged in) is change my car. Does anyone know if this is instant? Ie, if the car is fine and I go on there and enter the new details am I covered…
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[Parking sign] Can I park here outside of the stated hours?
Hi all, Does this sign mean non-permit holders can park outside of the stated hours? Thanks
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Vehicle tracker
If I have one fitted, will it reduce my premiums? Any idea how much it costs to have one fitted? Any recommendations who to use? TIA
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Thoughts on this car
Thinking about purchasing this car,i really don't know much about cars,so any comments would be most welcome. thanks Scott http://www.frasersoffalkirk.co.uk/used-cars/ford-focus-1-6-tdci-zetec-5dr-falkirk-201512199560897
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Car wow, car file and broadspeed
Are there any differences between how these sites operate?
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Do you still need to send your license away to get points added?
Hi, I managed to get stopped and some points yesterday. The ticket says I need to send away both parts of my license to get the points added but wanted to check whether that was still the case or not as I thought it was all online these days. Thanks
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Overpay 99% of PCP but not settle
Hi, I'm looking at buying a Tesla and whilst I could buy cash I'm interested in their PCP deal because it has a very high GFV. My question is whether it's possible to take out the PCP deal and then immediately overpay everything except some nominal amount (eg £10) so that my monthly payments essentially go to zero (as the…
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car finance
not sure if im in the right section...anyways. i started a new job a few months ago and recently i have been looking at getting a new car. the one ive seen is £11000 and the car people are the sellers. im making enough money this year that i should be able to save a decent amount towards the cars price. around £8000 of it.…
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Question re right of way on a roundabout
I am curious about the right of way relating to a specific situation regarding roundabouts. When I drive to my parents, there's a specific stretch of road with a dropped pavement from someone's house, directly onto a mini roundabout. Looking online, I can't find anything in terms of who has priority. I tend to treat it the…
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Estate Cars? Good or bad idea over MPV
Hi, I currently have a scenic and am considering another scenic or Peugeot MPV. However, im also looking at Estate cars. So far I have seen the: Vauxhall Astra Kia Ceed Ford Focus THese seem to have decent enough boots in my price range 6-8k/ What are peoples views on these cars for space and reliability? Many thanks,…
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Help!
Hey guys and girls! This is my first post, so please be easy :) In November last year, I had some mechanical work carried out by a large franchise in Leicester and they 'damaged' my fuel pump. Upon collection, It was evident that they had damaged the fuel pump but weren't owning up. Anyway, the morning after, I took it to…
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Replacing pads and disks
My VW Up has done over 70,000 miles and the front pads are up for replacement soon, although it passed the MOT one month ago. The disks are worn, but VW servicing made no comments about them. Is it worth going to one of these brakes and tyres places to get the pads and disks done? Or Halfords? I like the idea of having it…
