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🚘 Here are some threads you might find useful: * A compendium of car maintenance tips 🚘 And here's some relevant content from MoneySavingExpert.com: * Cost of living crisis help * Cheap Car Insurance * Cheap Breakdown Cover * Cheap Petrol & Diesel - Cut prices & improve fuel efficiency * Cheap MOTs * Motoring MoneySaving -…
Car leasing contract issues around data breaches
Evening all. My wife leased a new car two years ago. During the initial paperwork we were supplied a reg number that was changed a few days later. It seems the lease company wrongly recorded this car as hers too by mistake. We're not being charged for it, but somewhere on their system it's recorded as hers. The correct car…
Electric Cars: Are they Really Worth it? (Ch5)
I watched Channel 5's latest EV bashing documentary today. There were quite a few things that I had "issues" with, but by far the worst was their sums. They took two identical fully charged Kia somethings (they all look the same to me) and sent them on a 130 mile trip. Speedy Sam drove like he stole it and got home with…
Ugly cars
Is it just me or are cars getting ever uglier?
Rear brake light bulb
Can anybody tell me if this bulb has gone or figment is partially broken? So car warning came on rear bulb gone which I thought was strange as change it not that long ago so thought I’ll check it first at work. The thing is when I put it back in the light started working again but to me that looks broken so is it maybe…
How do I use a car battery charger?
Some of you may have seen my previous topic about not being able to get into my car and then having a flat battery. I'm starting a new topic as I need advice on how to use a mains-powered 'trickle' charger. I tried searching on YouTube but most of the videos I found were American. In the interests of saving time I just…
Due diligence, used car £18.5k, consumer protection?
Hi, Would really appreciate thoughts / warnings please Yesterday was approved for a personal loan for 12k @ 5.9% over 72 months (not car finance), making up the rest with savings. Mentioning the amount & rate as thought this would be way cheaper than car finance. Money should be through later this week. Viewed / test drove…
Car inspection and trader guarantees
My colleague is looking to buy a car from a local trader (not main dealer) and having it inspected by a pre-purchase inspection company, such as RAC etc before buying. We’ve read reviews on the trader and all seems fine, lots of 5 star reviews etc. is there any guarantee/comeback if the vehicle has a fault that was missed…
cliam for unpaid petrol
Hi Sorry if this is covered elsewhere, I have searched the forum but can't find anything. My work has received a letter from Trace Debt Recovery, saying on the 28th April 2021, my company car was identified as having taken fuel without paying for it, and they need to pay £150 My work originally replied asking for proof and…
Help. I can't get into my car
Hello, I have a 2015 VW Polo with two key fobs. One of the fobs completely died about 18 months ago and I was told it would be £300+ to replace it. I didn't bother since we rarely go anywhere by car (we mainly cycle or use public transport). However, tomorrow I need to drive, and just went to my car which is currently…
Nice trip to Amsterdam ruined by Bristol City Council
I went Amsterdam about a month ago setting off from my home in South Wales. 28 days later I received a PCN for (unknowingly) driving through Bristol Clean Air Zone. 4 days later I received another one for my return drive home. Is there any merits for an appeal. both PCNs arrived exactly 28 days from the camera spotting my…
MotorEasy and other warranties.
Hi.Was prompted to check out warranties by Moneysupermarket, and - of course - some are now chasing me to tie up a deal...Just had phonecall from MotorEasy, and I have to say, it doesn't sound bad.My car is a 2015 C4 Picasso with 55k miles, as it getting to an age where I can almost expect things to go wrong - our previous…
PCP early repayment
I am looking pay cash for a 3 year old car for around 16k which comes with a year warranty. At the dealership I was told that if I took out pcp I could get 2 years free servicing, mot and breakdown. I could then simply pay if the loan a month later and keep all the above. if I took out pcp, things like alloy , tyre and…
Air Conditioning Regas questions?
BMW 116i Series1 F20. Ten years old, 40,000 miles. I have owned it since almost new and never had anything done to the Air Conditioning in ten years. The Air Con has stopped working. It normally blows very cold air, today it doesn't chill the air at all. It was a sudden change overnight and not a gradual fall off over…
Buying 4 yr old car - been in dealer's hands 12 months & warranties?
Found a 2nd hand car i like - 4 yrs old, 30k miles. From dealer - national chain, 10ish branches, not a big big chain, but significant operator. Paid a deposit, and waiting to go over details, transfer funds and choose options. 2 questions :1) Are there better places to get a warranty than from the dealer? Theirs seems…
Sold Campervan buyer wants money back
hi, hope someone can help. I put my campervan up for sale as I have retired and have downsized to a smaller van. The camper is a Mazda Bongo diesel 2.5 and in fantastic condition. I have had it 3 years and it's been really well looked after, I had all welding done and resprayed, it was newly undersealed, all electrics and…
Any comeback from car dealer ?
Bought a 2015 diesel car with average mileage (72k) from an independent dealer in April 2024 for £8,300. Last week, an injector failed, caused cylinder No'1 to run lean and hot, and without warning has damaged the bore, piston and valves. My garage say the engine is totalled and needs a replacement engine. Would I have any…
EV maintenance: where do you go?
I am in the process of buying a new car, it will be an EV. But I am interested in people's experience with EV repairs. Where do you go? OEM, franchise garage, independent garage. Do you use an any app or website to find them? What is your general experience with finding a skilled EV garage? Look forward to your thoughts!…
Car insurance via topcashback
My car insurance is due renewal soon.I went and got some prices through TCB The cheapest result was the insurer i'm currently with.I clicked through to buy the insurance but failed at the end and message to contact insurer.(it probably failed as i'm existing customer with the insurance company and their system wouldnt let…
Has my son been mis-sold motor bike insurance
My 18-year-old son saved up and bought a motor bike. He took out insurance for a fully comprehensive policy at a cost of £2700 (the same as the bike cost). At that cost, he paid the insurance monthly. Within the first month, someone stole the bike from out of the garage. The insurance company has said that if he makes a…
Private vs trade
My father knowing a lot about the motor trade will often advise to look for private cars for sale rather than dealers. However on my searches this rules out a massive amount of cars. I know dealers charge more but don't they also offer warranties, breakdown etc? I am generally referring to cars 1-3k so the lower end of the…

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