March 2012
When we first got satellite TV in the early 1990s we used to be entertained by a programme on Eurosport (I think) which came from an indoor arena in Paris.
Basically a group of cars had to race round an oval track with absolutely no holds barred and the winner being the last one still going. We always found it very funny and entertaining with heaps of cars piled up around the track. However we have not seen this for a number of years now and wondered whether anyone knows if this event is still held or whether Health and Safety has taken over.... Read more
I have a 2006 Mazda6 from new which has been great to drive/own minor cosmetic issues no mechanical problems but when its loaded with 2 adults 3 kids 16,12,10 it not exactly responsive done 50000 miles I have been happy with it but i think its nearly time to change but what to . I had a drive of a friends BMW 5 2.0 diesel and it was lovely to drive. I can see myself driving an automatic as its easier to drive but what to get ? any ideas please what Mondeo like do i get petrol or diesel i do 12000 miles a year Read more
Me me me I'll have one!! .............................If someone else is paying!! :-D
My Toyota Carina E has the 1.8 7AFE engine.
The eco dashboard light doesnt work, probably just a bulb, but dont fancy removing dash for the sake of bulb.... Read more
As someone who had this engine in the later Avensis for 10 years, I would disagree with the above.
It was the most fuel efficient if kept around 2700rpm....
Coming up shortly-- 8 to 10 hours driving two days on the trot.
I drink water and chew Werthers when I feel even slightly that my concentration may be wavering.... Read more
Agree with GB.
Hiya all,
I bought an 2000 mitusbishi evo 6 for £5700, 2 days ago, which was described as in exellant condition inside and out. from a trader mechanic/ rally driver which was his private car.... Read more
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Just bought a kit car and it comes with 4 good tyres but all have the word 'competition' on the sidewall, does anyone know if this makes them illegal for street use?
Tyres are: Englebert by Michelin, and wording is "6.50/16 Competition P". ... Read more
Good idea, I'll try Michelin. Demon Tweeks is on my list to call, they have always been helpful when I was running a beach buggy.
son has got his first bike when he fetched it home i had a look at it , the main beam or high beam dont seem to work any body got any ideas before i have to take it to the garage and fork out a furtune thanks Read more
got it sorted
Thinking of getting a C3 Picasso EGS. The Citroen dealer has quoted me a price of 18500 EUROS for the mid specced option..
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As a confirmed automatic driver and part-time French resident, I can sympathise with your plight. I solved the problem by bringing a car over from the UK, but obviously that's not an option for you.
I wish you luck with the Citroen dealer, but I doubt that he'll budge very much - the auto box being the issue....
hi all does anyone know why my zafira keeps going in and out of limp mode whilst making normal journeys here and there
the limp mode light will illuminate and the car will become sluggish ... Read more
hi thanks very much for your reply i shall try a new EGR and see what happens
kind regards Neil
I have bought 2 multi accessory adapters to plug into the accessory power socket (cigarette lighter socket in old money) and both have failed. Fuses have not blown but the accessory adapter no longer works. What is the problem? Read more
You need to verify if there is power and earth to the socket.Use a test light or voltmeter.Check this first.hth
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Yes, the event is still held-it's now called "who can get home from work first" and it's held daily on public roads all over France and the finish line seems to be just outside my house here! And on Saturday it's called "who can drink everybody else under the table and still drive to the bar in the next village".