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I have recently purchased a Kangoo 2004 automatic petrol. Within a few days of purchase the car started losing oil with lots of smoke. Diagnosed as oil pressure switch and because car had been standing...
My son purchased an Audi A4 Estate in November, 2014 from Car Giant. He did so on a HP agreement financed through Car Giant. He also purchased an RAC Warranty and GAP Insurance at the time of buying. The...
I recently purchased a 2006 Jaguar XK from an independent dealer. One of the front sensors was faulty which the dealer agreed to repair via an approved Jaguar dealership who subsequently discovered extensive...
I brought a 2007 BMW X3 in June from a dealer in Lymington, Hants. The car seemed to be in good condition and I was assured of the reliability of BMW's. Last month I had to have a new turbo fitted costing...
Have you any idea how i go about claiming against Skoda (VW) regarding the emissions scandal?
The rumours about the modifications to Volkswagen diesels say that the fuel consumption will be increased as well as a loss of performance. Please could you explain how an increase in fuel consumption...
Today I bought on PCP a Ford B-MAX 1.0 Ecoboost 2013, 7k miles, £10.5k. Paid 2k deposit. But I think I'd be better off with a Nissan Qashqai. I've seen one at the dealership for the same company. Can...
Having checked on Skoda website, I find that my car is one of the vehicles effected by the emissions cheat. I feel strongly about mis-selling and potential lose of value. My question is can I demand a...
Three weeks ago I purchased a one year old Skoda Yeti 2.0 TDI. The dealer has confirmed that my car has one of the affected engines and will need to be recalled. Given this will almost certainly mean the...
My Passat is scheduled to be built this week. I have only paid a deposit & have not signed anything. Given the emissions scandal surrounding Volkswagen I am doubting my purchase. Could I still cancel...