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Is there an explanation why any work carried out under both manufacturer's or aftermarket warranty never comes with a receipt or written evidence? If work is carried out in this manner, is it guaranteed...
I complained to the MD at Mercedes Benz UK about rust on my Mercedes and Mercedes failing to rectify it under its 30 year Mobilo warranty because I had not had my car serviced by its dealers. I thought...
My 10-month-old Mitsubishi broke down on the 14th July. I put approx 45 litres of diesel in the car on 12th July and covered 200 miles before it broke down. I have all receipts for fuel. The Mitsubishi...
Following the letter a week ago concerning Renault stepping up to the plate regarding a contribution to non-warranty work I thought I would add my own observation. I have owned a 1600cc Megane Sport Tourer...
I purchased a new shape Vauxhall Corsa in December 2006 under a finance agreement. Two services have been carried out since and I had a free Visual Health Check carried out by the Vauxhall dealership...
I recently purchased a warranty through Warranty Direct following a recommendation in one of your articles. Sadly, my experience with them is not good. I purchased a 46,000 mile 2004 VW Polo from a dealer...
I run a 2005 Vauxhall Vectra 1.9CDTI 120 as a taxi, purchased new. The dual mass flywheel was replaced under warranty at 42,000 miles, and has just been replaced at 102,000 miles, at £1,000 it is an expensive...
We have a 2006 Bentley Flying Spur, which is currently in our local Bentley dealer for a service. The dealer has phoned to say the car needs a new front wheel bearing and new front brake discs. The car...
My 3-Series developed a fault and displayed a YELLOW warning light. The handbook advised me I could continue my journey, but at moderate speed, exercising due caution, and have the engine checked without...
Two months ago I bought a 2006 Grande Punto from a local FIAT dealer. It was 1 owner and low mileage 18,000 miles. I paid extra to have warranty cover for 15 months. I have just had the most dreadful noise...