March 2011
Hi guys.
New to this and know next to nothing so excuse my ignorance!! Having a few probs with my '96 1.4 Golf. Have recently replaced coil pack, HT leads and plugs as was having flat spots and then wouldn't start one day. Is now struggling to start in the cold (sometimes needs a bit more throttle to get going) and is sluggish until warmed up. Am still getting flat spots (although alot less) and seems to be using a bit more fuel than it should (get around 60/65 miles to a tenner). I know the dizzy cap needs doing but as it only has probs in the cold, not sure if this would be the cause?... Read more
It's become apparent to me that fewer and fewer cars seem to be fitted with a handbrake. I wonder why this is the case. :) Read more
Electronic, "automatic" parking brakes (which all seem to work according to different criteria) are part of a larger conspiracy to dumb down all human processes and remove the driver's input from the driving process. A 21st century driver is now utterly pampered in a car where you don't need to change gear, brake in an emergency, maintain a safe distance, observe speed limit signs, keep within your lane markings, check your blind spot, hill start, reverse park, normal park, switch on your wipers or lights or even navigate your way round a new town, as there are machines, screens, beeps, lights and whistles to do it all for you.
There is, however, some fantastically useful technology which complements rather than replaces the driver's intelligence, and amongst these I would include tyre pressure sensors, reminders for seat belts and servicing schedules, bulb failure warnings, the almost ubiquitous "flick once for three flashes" feature on indicators and a few others. If basic cars could include all of these and a few more, then I think we could say that some real progress is being made. The other "extras" I would include are a clear visual warning that dipped beam is ON or OFF and mandatory oil level, coolant and screenwash level reminders....
If any body has one of these, can you PLEASE scan it & Email it to me to use in court to prove to the DVLA that my licance is not fake, as I not think thay have seen one of theys for years. I have been to court 4 times now & it's still on going. I have had a look on the net for a copy but no joy. PLEASE HELP.
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Can some one please help me i have brought 101z for 401z and phoned united diesel up to see if i could swap the nozzles which i was told they would be fine but after fitting thme my car still won`t start my friend tells me that there is a pressure valve on the top and this is the problem is this true ?? Read more
Some ASDA's are selling castrol magnatec 5w30 and GTX for £3 a litre. Grab it while you can! Read more
Because people are daft enough to pay silly prices for a peceived better product.
Hello,
I would be very grateful if someone could help me please. My 53 plate 2.5 diesel auto volvo does not run smoothly, the engine seems to be missing and the downgearing is very rough.
Would anyone know what could be causing this.
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i have a court date set for friday for non payment of fines i have paid this fine today but they still want me to go to court, what am i looking at a slapped wrist or prison sentence i'm so worried i can't sleep and need advice Read more
When you were fined why didn't you pay up?
Life has it's ups and downs and there are problems we all have to solve - Best advice is avoid creating problems that just make life more difficult & pay fines on time and avoid hassle.
After 83 years Autocar has carried out its 5,000th road test – the Buggati Veyron Super Sport. To mark the occasion they have produced a special edition (and priced it accordingly). Various articles include “The history of the road test”, their “50 greatest road tests” and a retest of the first car they tested – an Austin Seven Ruby. I have only thumbed through it so far but it should keep me occupied for many hours.
In some ways I prefer picking up one of their annual road test compilations from the 60s/70s and going through them (must be getting old). But they are getting expensive now .... Read more
I have ad a half-decent offer from these people to buy my car. Well, above wewillbuyyourcar.com's valuation by £400 anyway.
Has anyone any experience of these people good or bad?... Read more
I don't know if anything can be done.
A car has been down the side our house for nearly 2 months. The car is taxed but according to MID not insured. It hasn't moved for 2 months and parking is tight as it is. Is there anyway to get the thing moved? Read more
After knocking on a few doors I have found the owner. They are waiting to sell the car but have agreed to move it to a position that isn't so in the way.
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Not good! Have you confirmed the head gasket has blown then?
Im still holding out hope its something simple (and cheap)!!