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Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 56 reg steering issue/turning corners
I learned to drive in a brand new clio which handled like a dream, even if I thought I had gone too far to make a turning on the right, the Clio always made it. I’ve just got myself a Corsa (cheap runaround needed) and have noticed that in order for me to turn left or right at a junction (when I am at a standstill) I…
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Lost Log Book, Road Tax due tomorrow!
Hi, I lost my logbook. I like to change the taxation class of my logbook to disabled but I lost it. I have the V11 reminder and I still have that green new keeper V5C/2 section when I bought the car. Is this still valid at the post office or outdated by the logbook that I lost? Ok question is what's the quickest way to get…
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Pls recommend blind spots mirror
I really like the idea of below blind spots mirror. I would absolutely love to see both front and rear blind spots. My only concern with below is that 3M adhesive is used to install. I dont believe it will last very long due to size/weight. So I am wondering if there is anything similar on the market with better way to…
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Long-term storage with no SORN?
Hi there. My slightly dotty Aunt Cathy has found herself in a pickle and is apprehensive about taking the necessary steps to resolve it. Can anyone here help me assure her she will not be prosecuted for her oversight and at the same time give some idea of what fines/charges she may be subject to? Here’s the situation. She…
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Ford Powershift oil change?
My '13 Cmax has 66k on it and I have been advised to change the gearbox oil at the next service. Is this advisable and should it be done by a Ford dealer? They will probably be more expensive! Does anyone have a ball park price? I looked on Ford servicing but could not find anything about changing gearbox oil prices. Just…
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Proving his not a private seller
Good evening. I am after some advice regarding a car that was sold to me. A advert was posted online and we contacted for further information on the car. The guy advertising the car was the mans grandson. I have since found out he has a business page for selling cars and loads of adverts on fb, gumtree and shpock. The…
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Car dealership not giving us our car!
At the end of October we purchased a new car on PCP. The credit check went straight through and they ordered the new car and wanted to get it registered by the 31st October. A week later I received the V5 document and when I checked this the vehicle listed was not the spec we ordered but the higher value one. I called the…
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Will I get a ticket?
I was driving on the M62 and the variable speed limit cameras were saying 60 mph. I slowed to 60 and continued to drive. Then I saw the variable speed limit signs ahead which said "60" turn off. I waited a minute or so then sped back up to 70, assuming that they had been turned off for a reason. Around a minute later,…
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Car rolled into me - do I report?
Tonight coming home from work, stopped on a small incline towards a roundabout, and the car in front rolled backwards. There was only slight contact with my car - I pipped my horn in time for them to realise. I had left sufficient room between me and them, so wasn’t a case of me being too close. There’s no damage to my car…
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New neighbours don't get the etiquette
Hi we have just had new neighbours move into our area. There's a bit of an unwritten rule that everyone abides by with regards to parking. There is space for 3 cars that happen to be opposite this new neighbours driveway. I park in one of these 3 spaces. Yesterday I went to my car and a lady was putting a note on my car…
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Ford Fiesta Recall - Possible compensation?
Hi everyone, The electric power steering recently went on my car (2013 Ford Fiesta ST), I did some research and even got it towed to my local garage for confirmation and it turns out many have been recalled due to needing a software update. So I messaged someone online at Ford regarding this who told me to check the Ford…
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New car - Dash Cams for overnight protection?
Hi :) Thank you so much in advance for any advice given its much appreciated. I've recently managed to upgrade my car (finally!) its only a small 3 year old car. But my last car which was almost 20 years old was constantly scratched and damaged whilst parked on my front overnight (no driveways). I would like to get a dash…
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Stolen Number Plates
Hi Guys, I hope you're well. I had a real shock yesterday evening! When I arrived home from work somebody had stolen both number plates off my car. I don't drive the car all that often and they could have been taken anytime between Tuesday evening and Thursday evening. As soon as I noticed the plates had been stolen I…
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PCP Equity
Coming on from my old thread about PCP finance, I have another question. I am new to financing stuff and quite young, so finance isn't quite my strong point. Please be nice and make sure everything is clear. My question is, am I in positive or negative equity? I will put some numbers below. Car loan is £16,851 and I put a…
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Rolled into car
I had stopped at a junction and when I took my foot off the brake I tapped the car behind me,they were clearly very,very close to me as I barely moved and that happened. The person behind called me names and swore at me and took photos of both cars although there is absolutely no damage to either car. They said they’d be…
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RAC Warranty - what to do
Hello everyone! Last June I bought a used car and with It also a 3-year warranty + breakdown cover with RAC & The Warranty Group (TWG). Last week I had a problem with the car and after using the breakdown cover, RAC sent someone to looo at the car and found the issue, also saying that it is covered by the warranty. I have…
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What’s a reasonable time for a garage to fix minor faults under warranty?
Hi all, So, back in Feb of this year I put down a deposit for a conversion company to purchase and convert a VW T6 transporter highline. I was told the van would be ready in 6 weeks. Nearly 4 months later and after much chasing by myself, my campervan was finally ready (they were notoriously hard to get hold of and never…
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New driver car insurance
Hi! After spending thousands of pounds learning to drive and after several tests I’ve finally passed. I’m trying to find car insurance however it keeps showing up as almost £2000 for the year, I will struggle to afford this. Any tips on how to get the best deals as I’ve heard it can depend on the day and time you…
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ATS tyre replacement
Hi All, Had 3 tyres replaced by ATS at the end of October, 1 due to wear (nearside front), 2 that appeared to have slow punctures (offside front and rear). A week later the tyre pressure light came back on and the nearside front and offside rear new tyres were low. Topped them up but they have since both dropped twice…
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Car Battery
I have some money saved, and need a new car battery, I do about 3K miles/year and battery is not great in winter, but due to the rural area and needs, I think I may need to replace my battery, local friendly garage has quoted £100 any recommendations?