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Car renting vs buying-financial perspective
We already have a small car and thinking of buying a bigger one for long trips, more luggage etc. I am wondering is there any financial sense in buying a second bigger car for family against renting For an SUV like tiguan monthly PCP payment in 420 pounds with 1000 pounds deposit. So for the first year cost is 1000+5000…
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whats Average amount of driving lessons needed to learn an automatic?
hi just starting to learn to drive but going for automatic in the hope to learn quicker but wondered whats the estimate amount of lessons needed and how often do people take lessons because 2 lessons a week seams not enough. I know everyone is different but just trying to get as much info as i can. thanks very much in…
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Ccj
Hi Sorry if I'm posting in the wrong section. I received a CCJ order in my name at my parents address (this was the address I used when appealing to The car parking company). Anyway the letter was received later than the date advised and 14 days has passed. Can I still request an extension to 28 days? Also does it make a…
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Problem listening to music in car using mobile phones
We've got a nearly new Astra and have been trying to play music from our phones (iPhone and Samsung S5 Mini) through the speakers. The volume for the radio is usually ok with the 'dial' at 10-15 dependent on road noise etc, but we cannot hear the music from our phones at that level at all. It has to be something like 40-50…
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Disposal of a vehicle?
I purchased a vehicle from a dealership but, there turned out to be multiple defects with the vehicle. The dealership were not interested in trying to rectify the problems so, I used the chargeback scheme through my credit card provider to claim a full refund. The money has been refunded to my account but, I still have…
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pushing half driveshaft out
Has anyone ever had a very tough driveshaft to push out of the hub ? I used air happer, hub puller with 15kg sledge hammer, heat, wd40, penetrating gas and it didn't budge i put it on my 12 ton press to remove it and because it had an awkward shape,it was very hard to support it on base . although I used some metal support…
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white zig - zag lines either side of a zebra crossing, but in the middle of the road.
Hello all, found this unusual zebra crossing today. the crossing has additional paving on both sizes, which is the width of a car. The white zig zag lines are not painted on each of the four sides of the crossing, but are the same distance as the paving, so almost in the middle of the road. The distance almost allows cars…
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Issue with automatic gearbox - VW Golf
Hi everyone, I'm new to this forum but I've found that there is a bunch of really helpful people. I'm quite desperate since I keep searching online for some help. I own a Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI BlueMotion DSG 5dr and made about 52445 miles so far. I'm the second owner and I've never had trouble with this car before. Let's…
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General advice when buying another car
Hi. It's been so long since I'd bought a car (over 10 years) that I thought I'd make sure I know all of the ins and outs. This will be a second hand car (never bought new) to replace my old jalopy. I'm thinking mainly about processes - eg changing over insurance and car tax. Although any advice on selecting and buying…
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Car Leasing
Not sure if I am in the right place as new to this forum. Could anyone tell me what happens with car leasing. I have been leasing a car now for 2 years and would like to continue leasing another car once this current lease has finished. Would I have to find another deposit for the next car or will I just carry on from…
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Child run into side of my car causing damage + small claims court
An 8 year old boy ran out into the road at full speed and hit the side of my car. I stopped and checked he was okay, he had minor bruising but was taken in an ambulance for a checkup and is perfectly fine. My car is not. After speaking to the kids mother, her response was "thats what your insurance is for". So I'm thinking…
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Policeman rear ended me at a junction and wrote off my car
He was pretty unpleasant after it happened and didn't apologize or anything. I had to wait a few hours for an independent police person to arrive. He said he would breathalyse us both. I had already had several hours driving so after the waiting around on the roadside I was happy to just get away. The new policeman didn't…
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MOT and Mileage
Hi Newbie and looking for any help. My MOT ran out earlier in the year and was stupidly unaware(first time in over 25 years driving!), as soon as I found out I got the MOT straight away. The problem now is I've noticed the garage that did the MOT have put incorrect mileage on the certificate and DVSA have it now showing as…
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Car insurance companies who ask for 3 years convictions?
And not 5 years. I have 3 points from 2014 that have now expired, but most insurers are asking me for last 5 years and think this is increasing my premium even though the points have expired.
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A response to the MD of Shorade
which ones? https://ibb.co/gBsg6v is this not a bodge or is it an example of someone who really takes pride in their work? Would you use this image as an example of your companies workmanship on your website? Your website claims that "ONLY PERFECT WILL DO". Does this example of your companies workmanship back up that…
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PCP - lower deposit or higher deposit
depending on whether you intend to keep the vehicle or go onto another PCP - should that be factored into tbe deposit you intend to put down
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Would YOU buy a car battery on Ebay
I need a new battery for a campervan and have had a couple of suggestions which are on Ebay. I'm just puzzled .. would folk here buy a battery online Surely the postage is going to be pretty high, meaning this 'free post' is just added to the price. I have an 1989 1.6 turbo diesel VW van thank you for any advice provided
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Stoneacre Finance and warranty
Hi Im looking to buy a car through stoneacre the finance option. The car is priced at £5895 Vauxhall Corsa 14 plate 23,985 miles 1 previous owner, and they have offered me it at £37pw got them down from £49. Also they try selling me 5 year gurantee at 995 which im not going to take as ive heard its not worth it. They say…
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Halfords autocenter charges more than the halfords shop that it shares the building
My car failed it's mot there and apparently I'll need to pay for a new mot unless they do all of the work. The basic job of changing a lightbulb they charge £25, even though the halfords shop they share the building with 1 minute walk away charges less to buy and fit it. So it works about the same as if I just get a whole…
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VW Golf GT TDI 130 / Astra H 1.7 CDTI...?
I'm looking at these two. I'm not totally closed minded but for the purpose of this thread i want to just keep it at these two for now. Just looking for some views on either really. My budget will be about the £2000 mark. I may stretch to £2,500 but that extra £500 would only be if the deal is very good. I don't…
