May 2011
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i have a... Read more
Watched the CBS News on SKY last night. A gallon of petrol have risen to $4 a "gallon".
The newsreader quoted analysts saying that crude production has been increased and that prices there could fall by 50 cents by the summer.... Read more
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I notice that when I depress the clutch pedal (when changing gears) that I hear a loud squealing sound. As soon as I engage gear/take my foot off the clutch pedal (in neutral or in gear) the noise stops. What could it be?! ... Read more
Hi thanks for reply. Yeah just phoned a Nissan main dealer and they said it was that too so good to get a confirmation. Will wait and see how it goes. Cheers.
Hello there. I'm hoping for some help with a slight conundrum I have. Sorry it's going to be a little lengthy.
I bought a second hand car for £1,000 earlier in the year. Fairly shortly after purchase, in order to help ensure longevity, I had a full service carried out and the garage suggested that, given the manufacturer's recommendations (72k/5yr interval) and no service history on the car, the cambelt should be replaced. In accordance with their advice I authorised the work to replace the cambelt.... Read more
Thanks all for the responses. I've been given the details of someone honest/reliable that can look at the car and advise on how best to cut my losses.
Afternoon, I'm a new member here after your opinions.
I have a 06 grand espace 2.2 dci dynamique... Read more
You need to find a mug who is more interested in the style of a vehicle.
they do exist, how else do Renault stay in business?
Does anyone have any hints or tips on how to check out a used car dealer before going and buying...
Have seen a car advertised but don't live in the area and have no "local knowledge" as to their reputation.... Read more
I would check the car itself. Does the service history stack up - ring the dealers to make sure it was done. Check the Vosa site to see if the milage is correct - all MOTs will be there plus mileage etc
Ring the former owner to ask about its condition/mileage condition reliability etc. ...
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Please could someone give me some advice if possible.... Read more
Thanks for your reply unthrottled - really apprciated.
The garage I had the initial work completed at has said they would do the compression test, however I have been advised to maybe get the RAC to do a full investiagtion on the car so that I have a detailed report to be able to then go back incase they tamper or amend any of the work....
Advice needed on low cost (mostly) motorway driving
Hi
I need some advice on what car (probably second hand) to buy.
My priorities are:
MOST IMPORTANT:
1. Low *overall* cost motoring
2. QUIET & comfortable with good ride on motorways (long journeys & making phone calls from car)
3. Good-ish acceleration (for safe overtaking). (0-60 in c.8 or 9 secs max)
DESIRABLE:
4. Ideally need a hatchback (for transporting larger items)
5. Good cornering (fun & saves fuel).
6. Cruise control (useful for long journeys)
7. Easy to park
WHAT DOES NOT MATTER:
- I do not care about make of car/image.
- I do not care what the car looks like.
BACKGROUND CONSTRAINTS:
- I am open to leasing, purchasing new or buying second hand.
- I have about GBP 10,000+ to throw at the problem.
- I do about 20,000 miles per year.
- I am in my early 50s.
- I have 3 years no claims bonus.
MY INITIAL THOUGHTS:
I have been advised to buy an old second hand Honda Accord, c. 1996 which apparently "never break down".
AVERAGE HISTORY COSTS:
I have just run the numbers for over the last 4 years, which are:
Depreciation: GBP 1,400 per year
Deisel: GBP 1,800 per year
Repairs/parts: GPP 2,100 per year
Current car: Golf TDI 1.9 (150 BHP I think).
Mileage: 16,000 miles per year (about to be 20,000)
DISCUSSION:
To me the huge surprise is just how small a proportion of overall costs is fuel - even now it's only about 33% !
Any advice?
John
John Smith
I had read about that. There's tonnes of probs with the diesels pre-2009, but apparently they've ironed them out for the new releases (2011). My petrol one gets quite good mpg anyway.
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a story about a work colleague whos brother in law works for at a Ford plant.... Read more
We've had two Focuses (Foci?) Neither have lived up to expectation, and I have to say I'm glad to be rid of them.
Despite being very uncomfortable, they've had too much too expensive time off the road, and little help from the dealer over warranty claims, like battery, starting, clutch master cylinder, tyre wear, poor mpg, electric mirror, rear wiper, &c. faults....
Starts OK when cold. When hot engine fires but dies away. Coolant temperature sensor gone cranky? Read more
I wonder whether this is why Sainsbury emailed me today with a 10p per litre saving if I spend £60 instore .....
Also, I saw petrol at 130.9 at a Sainsbury fuel station today ....