Questions from June 2013
I'm an Indonesian, I have a plan to go to the UK and buy some Mercedes-Benz cars without paying the VAT. I will export the car outside UK, to my country Indonesia. But few days ago I called Mercedes-Benz...
I'm looking into leasing a Mercedes-Benz B-Class.
I have had the use of the A180 for a while and liked the car, but I need more room than the A-Class to give me a people carrier with good luggage space....
I have recently taken delivery of a new Ford Kuga Titanium. It is fitted as standard with a DAB radio, but I am finding I have no signal a large proportion of the time (say 15%) in the area where I live...
I am replacing my CR-V, and am actively looking at the Q3, Tiguan, Yeti & CX-5. All these sales people look at my strangely when I say I want a petrol model.
I am retired, expect to do around 5K miles...
Hi HJ - You have helped with choice for self and family before - many thanks, really appreciated.
Have Spark 1.2LT (px around £4.5k) to trade + c£7k.
Like almost new Panda 4x4 twinair but concerned re...
Where can I purchase different size wheels for a Peugeot 308 CC TVi Allure (Folding Open Top) and what size wheels and tyres should I then be chosing. I am considering replacing the alloy (low profile)...
I want to buy a second hand roadster and have narrowed down my choice to the following two cars:
1) 2002 Porsche Boxster S
2) 2003 BMW Z4
What’s your opinion on these cars?
My friend has a 2008 BMW 5 Series 520D automatic, which he has owned since new. It has always been serviced on time by the local BMW dealer, but has recently developed an intermittent fault where it suddenly...
I have recently had the diesel particulate filter replaced on my 2008 Vauxhall Zafira, which has covered 50,000 miles. The DPF was diagnosed as being blocked and was replaced at my local garage with a...
I bought a second hand Audi TT in February 2012 for £4750. I bought the car on the condition that the cam belt and water pump pulley were replaced, with us paying half the £180 costs. Three weeks after...
My 2012 Kia Venga 3 is fitted with 16 inch alloy wheels with 205/55 R 16 91H tyres. It has no spare wheel, but space for one (which holds an inflator pump and injection compound) so I would like to get...
I recently parked in a car park on a Sunday; the ticket machine was out of order and no other machine was available. On return there was a parking ticket on my car AND a parking ticket envelope on the...
I will soon be able to get a car under the Motability Scheme. I've been giving serious consideration to a Ford Focus, but I'm unsure of 1.6 or 2.0-litre. Can you also tell me which wheel/tyre combination...
I am buying a car that qualified for £0 car tax in its 1st year. I will be the second owner within the 1st year, the car is 3 months old. I have been told by the garage that I must pay for tax now, not...
Have just suffered catastrophic DMF failure on my 40k 2.0 TDi. It is being repaired under warranty but I want to own something which doesn't have this problem.
Do I need to buy,
- Petrol models only?
-...
My daughter has owned a 2007 Mini One 1400cc for the past four years. The car was regularly serviced at our local BMW dealership. Last week the car stopped suddenly at 30mph, engine oil and water everywhere,...
I own a KIA Sportage and am 12 months into a 42 month Personal Contract Purchase deal. My main dealer has asked me if I would like a brand new model (with two years free servicing) for the same level of...
I have just had the turbo reconditioned on my 2008 Volkswagen Passat TDI to solve a fault code and associated limp mode. In the two weeks since the work was carried out the car has developed an intermittent...
I Bought a 2009 Peugeot 3008 in February from a main dealer. The car had 11,000 miles on the clock and the purchase included a 12 month parts and labour warranty. I also paid extra for the warranty to...
I paid £1000 deposit on a car advertised at £6998 and the salesman confirmed zero per cent finance for the balance. The garage then put the car through its MoT and it "blew up", meaning it required a new...
I'm planning to buy a 2010 Ford Mondeo 2.0 EcoBoost with 11,000 miles from a dealer asking £10,995. Is that a good price?
What should I expect part exchange for my 2004 Mondeo 2.5 V6, with 102,000 miles...
I bought a 2011 Audi A7 Quattro from a main dealership in Yorkshire for £34,000 in August 2012. However, in May this year the paint was peeling off in the area under the grille and, on inspection at my...
I own a Mazda, and my local dealer has given me a leaflet on “Call Mazda First", asking me to contact them in the event of an accident, before calling my insurance. Is this service just a front to get...
I've put a deposit on a 10 year old Ford Focus with full history and HPI clear. When I put the registration number into various internet valuation sites however, they don't recognise the registration number....
We have a 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190E, which is generally in good condition. It’s currently off the road at this time, but not due to a mechanical problem.
It would be nice to have it restored to somewhere...
I'm looking for a used Ford Mondeo, my budget will probably get me something registered in 2008 or 2009. I notice that when new, the price differential between a 1.8 TDCI and 2.0 TDCI was only £400. When...
I have a new Mercedes with an 'Eco' button, which cuts out the engine when stationary to save fuel. Surely turning the engine on and off engine wastes more fuel then just idling briefly?
We bought a new Seat Ibiza SC for our daughter from the local Seat dealer last August. Now eight months on - and just 3000 miles – we've encountered problems in the form of warped brake discs. The dealer...
I have the option of buying a 2006 Ford Galaxy Ghia Tdci with 72,000 miles or having a 2007 S-Max Tdci, with a reconditioned engine (72,000 miles), new exhaust and cam belt. I will need to be able to tow...
I have noticed diesel fuel leaking from my Nissan X-Trail. I've jacked the car up and it looks like the leak is coming from an overflow pipe on the diesel pump. When I start the car there’s no leak, but...
I am starting to think about changing my Hyundai ix35 4x4 which has been a great car, but is now a little large for my needs. I like the high driving position, occasional use of 4x4 and built in sat nav....
Last year the blower resistor went on my Vauxhall Vectra C. I bought another one, but two weeks ago it went again. I've since replaced it, but there's now a burning smell and the glovebox is extremely...
I recently sought your advice regarding my Vauxhall Corsa 2001 Easytronic. The problem is that it drives quite well but will suddenly lose power and come to a standstill, with an F displayed on the dash....
I see that several companies are offering the removal of the diesel particulate filter system for the Volkswagen Passat, followed by a remap as a practical solution to DPF problems. Would you recommend...
Insurance companies demand disclosure of fixed penalty points for five years, even though the points are invalid after three, and removed from the licence after four.
Presumably they demand longer for...
I ran low on fuel recently in my Volkswagen Bora, but now my car won’t start.
I called the RAC, who sprayed Easy Start and changed the crank shaft sensor, but the glow plug lights will not go out on the...
I am looking for a new car, but due to lack of mobility need something with easy access. My wife and I play golf, so need a large boot for two sets of golf clubs and a trolley. Most of my journeys are...
I've got a Ford Fiesta, but can't lock the rear doors. Any suggestions?
I'm just about to purchase a 2007 Nissan X Trail 2.0 Dci, can you tell me if this model is fitted with a dreaded DPF?
I believe that the 173bhp versions have one, but not sure about the 150bhp models...
My 2008 Citroen C5 has developed an intermittent engine fault; it will cut out without warning, but can usually be restarted straight away.
The main dealer has looked at the car, but hasn't been able...
Following a stroke, my husband now needs a wheelchair. We currently have a Volkswagen Golf MkIV, but I struggle to get his wheelchair into the luggage compartment. Would a new Golf be better, or should...
Do you think alloy wheel and tyre insurance is a good idea? If so, can you suggest a reliable contact to buy it from?
I am going to be a dad for the first time and will be reluctantly selling my much-loved 2005 Honda Civic Type-R. So here's the question: what kind of used or new family car can I replace it with? I have...
How robust is the PowerShift transmission in a 2.0 Tdci EcoBoost Ford Mondeo? Can I expect it to last 100,000 miles?
I'm looking for some advice in regards to my wife's 2008 Vauxhall Astra 1.9 CDTi SRI. Seven days ago the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve was replaced by my local Vauxhall dealer after the emissions...
I have owned my 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL500 from new and it has done 21,000 miles. The batteries were changed for the first time eight weeks ago, as it was not holding the charge. The new batteries are now...
My Skoda Fabia vRS is fitted with 16" alloys and low profile 205/45 tyres. Can I fit smaller diameter wheels with higher profile tyres? If so, which size?
My sister was driving out of a parking space in a multi-story when she was hit by a vehicle driving the wrong way round the car park. Having contacted her insurance she was advised that she is 100% liable...
What is the recommended mileage to change the cam belt on a 2009 Volvo V50 1.6d DRIVe estate?
My car has covered 94,000 miles, but I understand the plastic rollers and water pump should be changed as...
My son is in the process of buying an Audi TT Coupe 1.8T FSI S Line. He has specified 19-inch 5 segment spoke design alloys. You frequently comment on problems with 18 and 19-inch wheels regarding comfort...
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