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Archives for November 2016

OPEC raise price of Oil ... have fuel prices increased yet?
Typical, both cars have empty tanks at the moment, and I'm reading OPEC are raising the price of oil. Has anyone noticed a price increase yet? How long does it usually take to filter through?
Stopped by police...
Hi all I was stopped by police few days back near home and just wanted some advice. I got off the train at A station approximately 5.42pm. I walked to my car on B road and then proceeded to drive home via C road When I reached D road at 6pm an unmarked police car turned their lights on so I stopped on the side of the road.…
Accident problem. Dealing with a dangerous and unpredictable woman. Need advice
I dented a woman's car with my company vehicle. I sustained no damage so asked her if we could sort it out without the insurance company. She obliged and got back an estimate from her dealership of just shy of £700. I gave her the cash. Her car goes in on Monday. If there is damage underneath, the repair bill is likely…
How to choose a car and how to pay for it?
I'm currently driving a Honda Jazz, I've had it 8 years (bought it when it was 2 years old), and it's now starting to cost me a fair bit in repairs. I want a car that's maybe a bit bigger than the Jazz (boot space really) and want something that drives well and is economical in terms of fuel, insurance, tax etc. Can anyone…
Bought faulty used and approved car
I Bought a £14k approved car on 31/07/15 that had done 9000 miles. Reported initial problem with car 18/08/15 (Gearbox). Garage has undertaken extensive work to the vehicle and every time it has been returned their are still apparent faults. I asked for initial refund due to being sold a product of unsatisfactory quality…
What older cars do you notice on the road
I'm interested to know what older cars you notice on the roads on a daily basis, still going strong. On my morning commute in my 2002 plate xsara picasso, I noticed a few 02 / 52/ 03 plat Xsara Picassos, Toyota Yaris, and Nissan Micras. Interestingly, I didnt notice many cars that traditionally depreciate less, and…
Breakdown cover via Quidco/TCB
We cover car every year with either RAC or AA. Great offers on cashback sites so how do other people do it? We tend to change from one to the other.
Car Insurance Direct Debits stopped without knowledge, now asking for lump sum
Hi, Need some help. Last year I had car insurance on a Seat Leon Cupra, was cheap henceforth why I took out the policy. Took out the policy in April 2015, with Direct Debits at £125 a month. Cancelled the insurance in January this year as I had sold the car. They have sent me a letter (dated 14th November 2016) saying my…
New Roundabout Trend
Just wondering if anyone else has observed a new trend which seems to be emerging. I've been driving for over 20 years but have only recently had experience of this. On my 15 minute journey home from work I pass over two large roundabouts with 60MPH speed limits. It's likely at both roundabouts that users will encounter a…
car panel repair/emergency patch up?
HI, I have a significant 'gash' in my car, twisted bare metal near petrol cap, underneath rear light/drivers side, third time in 18 months someone has bashed into me while the car was parked.While i decide what to do in terms of repair, i am concerned about corrosion, rust, etc, any tips for cheap emergency patch up.…
Insurance and Small Claims Court
Hi About 6 months ago my wife was driving on a car park when somebody reversed out of a space and hit her car on the passenger door causing about £900 damage. The 3rd party denied liability and there were no witnesses. Our insurance company paid for the repairs and then claimed against the 3rd parties insurance to recover…
Car insurance legal cover add on???
After a lengthy phone call with AXA can someone enlighten me as to what I actually get for paying extra for legal cover, as I have just been told to get a solicitor, they don't do anything legal as they aren't solicitors!!!
Advice - Car off-road at dealership for weeks
I bought a used car from an Audi dealership back in September. There was a badly cracked windscreen but they promised to replace before collection. Collection day arrived but they claimed the screen was delayed with Audi suppliers. I rejected the purchase but they guaranteed it would be with them in a week. The deal was…
Long term car hire/short term lease hire
Hi, My car has gone pop and will be out a car if i dont get something sorted quick. Iv been looking in to long term car hire, or short term lease hire. Does anybody know of any companies? ideally want to pay the term off in one big payment either way instead of monthly. Cheers
Fighting Private Land Parking Charge
Car reversed into me and left
Hi all. Just wanted some quick advice. Was leaving rhis morning to go on school run. Pulled up at juntion of my road, at a stand still, and a van in front had attempted to join the traffic on the adjoining road. The vehicle in traffic didnt let him in, and he found himself blocking traffic. He then went on to reverse out…
MOT and Window Wiper
Hi all One of my wipers has a small tear of about 2cm which you can see when its wiping. The screen wipes fine though with no issued and no residue or anything left. Would it be worth replacing before MOT? Garage is quoting me 30 quid for it but the blades seem fine. Thanks S
GB vehicles contracts- excess mileage dispute
So I took out a C class on lease via GB vehicles over a 3 years period. The deal we agreed on was for 15k miles, however after retuning the car whats come to light is when GB vehicles arranged finance with Mercedes Benz, they ordered for 10k miles. Now after lease expiration, I am being hit with a bill of an excess 15k…
New Car Warranties
Here's an interesting conundrum - when is a new car warranty not a warranty. My brother-in-law recently purchased a used Nissan Juke (against my best advice) but it was still within the 3 year warranty period and the dealer confirmed the warranty would transfer. After about 3 months the battery died. He contacted the…
Voluntary termination.....advice needed RMS receivables
Hi All RMS Receivable came and collected our car on 5th October. They sent a letter on 10th October detailing damages over & above fair wear and tear, totalling £187. I then sent them a letter on 27th October disputing the charges and sent a cheque offering £45 (letter sent recorded delivery)in full & final settlement.…

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Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
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