June 2010
1998 1.6 GX Estate, S reg with 135000 miles. Full service history, unmarked seats and interior,original Nissan mats and mudflaps, no rust, Michelin tyres all round, regular coolant and brake fluid changes, Comma Eurolite semi synthetic oil and Nissan oil filters every 6000-9000 miles. Basically, in very good condition and everything works-electric windows, original stereo,air con etc
Hit in the tailgate, still driveable but written off by the insurers.... Read more
bought this car 6 weeks ago and I got 3 months warranty with the car, but for the last week or so the car has refused to start now and again(both on my key and the wifes key)..so got the above error codes and have been told its the cim module...I rang the dealer from where it was bought and he says its not covered in the warranty so will have to stump the cost myself? where do I stand on this as I say only had it 6 weeks, also have kids and dont want to be stranded in the middle of nowhere Read more
sorry dont think these are b codes ....doh
can anyone tell me how reliable these cars are? Read more
For what it is worth
IIRC all auto 350Z's are grey/2nd hand imports
Hello, my wife paid a £500.00 deposit by credit card for a second hand car at a ford dealership and said she would pick up the car in about four weeks when she had received an insurance payout. On the receipt the salesmen wrote delivery date TBC.
The manager & salesan have both now called my wife today and said we have to pick up the car asap otherwise we will have to pay more for the car as second hand the prices will go up.
This was last Saturday so only three days ago, my wife now does not want to buy the car from this garage as she is feeling a little bit harrasssed.. Can we tell them we have changed our mind and claim back our deposit.
Also can they really now make us pick up the car sooner that they agreed.
Thanks for your help
Tony Jaskeran Read more
Thanks for the advice, I'll speak to them and see if we can reach agreement.
The fan on my P reg 1.6 Fiat Bravo doens not seem to be operating at all the car overheats. I have been told to check the relay next to the battery. When I open this compartment it has space for a relay but there is not on there. I have also bypassed the radiator fan switch using a paperclip and fan still does not work. Anyone any ideas? Read more
The sensor should be after the relay normally in the radiator or a hose connection you will have to trace the switch wire back from the fan motor.I assume you have a good volt meter and you know how to use it.
Have used non dealer for front suspension MOT work.
Have now got 3 warning lights on dashboard and am advised that the sensors have been activated by the mechanic.
How can I get them turned off without paying a fortune to a Dealer? Read more
If the driveshafts have been removed then possibly the ABS sensors were demaged..
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Hi, Can anyone recommend a 'decent' leisure battery for my 1975 VW Camper?? Ive had a couple of unknown brand 85A ones from a well known camping shop! Which dont last long at all when in use & will only charge to 75% when charged off the van! I have a split charge relay & believe the Alternator puts out 55A. From the leisure battery im running the stereo, 2 Amplifiers, a couple of interior lights & a propex heater, Not all at the same time. any ideas? Thank Scott. Read more
Buy an 'AGM' battery. it isn't a make but a type, 'absorbant glass mat' they are about the best reasonably priced battery.
Hi, I have taken my van apart for spares and have cut the shell up into large pieces.
I intended to tick the 'sc***ped' box in section '6' of my registration certificate and send it to the DVLA.... Read more
I can't resist testing to see what the filter makes of the Sc***page Scheme:
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Can anyone advise me how to unseize a front calliper for a 1.6 Fiat Bravo P reg? Read more
You are still driving the car the mind boggles,not only could you have a fire you can ruin the wheel bearings boil the brake fluid ruin the caliper the disc and last of all end up with no brakes.
Hi, I have got a 2006 focus 2.0 tdci. Just recenly I have noticed that when it gets hot there is a rumbling noise coming from the steering when you turn the wheel. You can also feel this through the steering wheel. When it is cold it is fine. no noise or rumbling feeling. Just wondering if anyone has any ideas?? Read more


I'd bite their hand off @ £1000.
It's a 12 yr old car, with 12 months MoT it would be worth maybe £500 to a private buyer. there's no way I'd pay £1000 for a 12 yr old Primera, estate or otherwise....