March 2013
i have a 2005 - 55 1.8 tdci. I drove car home thursday fine; friday morning it has no power i have been told its in limp home mode? it was fault tested and it said glo plug circuit. on the dash it reads engine systems fault.
i have been to 7 garages all say the fault code doesnt make sence with the problem. i have been on several forums and have read some horror stories, i d not want to be throwing good money away, does anyone have any advice pls.... Read more
My husband is buying a brand new supermini size car (please no comments about not buying new he wants new and won't be shifted at all) we had a 2007 grande punto diesel (1.3 multijet) until 2010 and currently have a Mazda 2 (which we hate and want to get rid of).
We are looking round and round but can't seem to make a decision. We now have a short list (not so short!!)
Suzuki swift 1.2 sz4 (petrol)
Suzuki swift 1.3 ddis (diesel)
Vw polo bluemotion 1.2 (diesel)
Vw polo match (diesel)
Fiat punto easy 1.3 multijet (diesel)
Fiat punto lounge 1.3 multijet (diesel)
Skoda fabia greenline 1.2 (diesel)
Our budget is approx £12-13k which we can get the above for from online brokers (ie broadspeed or drive the deal), might try what local dealers can offer as well.
Has anyone got any of these cars? We drive approx 8-10k miles a year a mix or local and duel carriageway/motorway. My commute is 20 mins of motorway driving 5 days a week.
My husband really wants a diesel as he absolutely loved the punto diesel we had (and never should of got rid of).
Please help!! Read more
The Punto is OK, nice to drive.
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http://www.thelocal.de/money/20130315-48559.html
Its a big investment . Read more
I recently purchased a C5 1.6 HDI VTR Estate on a 59 plate and am attempting to fit some rear parking sensors
Any advice about where I can connect into the reverse light power supply would be great... Read more
Hi, I'm trying to fit these to the same model car as well. Which wire did you connect to in the end?
Just got back from this establishment, 2nd year where I've got apparent advisories. Last year was a problem with steering rack joints, got them replaced and once removed the offending parts were not an issue and shouldn't have been an advisory, today was worse. 2 nails in tyres o/s/r and o/s/f, I took it to Kwik fit for repair and low n behold.....no nails! Just Mots just targeting me for their VOSA stats? Read more
I've used an MOT station for over 20 years and they just do MOTs. No repairs. They pride themselves on the fact. If your car fails, you know it isn't a ghost problem they will sell you a repair.
Some local councils do MoT testing at reasonable charges for customers with any connection to the local authority. They are usually very competent places used to dealing with the authority vehicle fleet.
De-pollution warning shows on start up then all other warning lights
are triggered ! .... Read more
A diagnostic check may give you a clue.
How about this for an advertisement that is going to get somebody killed.
www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/motoringvideo/9927554...l... Read more
Propensity of today's silly people who copy stunts on TV.
WRC=World Rally Championship....
hi the vehicle was stood for 2 months whilst waiting for a clutch master slave fixing now it wont start of the key but will start with easy start it will stay running for 10 mins then cut out,its had new diesal filters on ive cleaned the fuel lines out,when primeing the lift pumpi can hear fuel bubbling back to the tank,and also theres frothing coming from 1 of the injectors anyone have any ideas as to what could be wrong with it...thanks Read more
I think the Leyland DAF roadrunners had a Cummins B series engine, a diesel specialist would be worth a try.
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I have been having some car trouble and visited my local VW dealer. They informed me that the car has a misfire and would cost just shy of £1500 to fix. I've included the technical details below but just wanted some advice as to if this is a bit steep?... Read more
Unfortunately the 3 cylinder engines fitted to these Polo models are disturbingly unreliable.I would ask the dealer if this includes replacement of the timing chain ,which is essential when doing this amount of repair work.It may be a good idea to get a costing from a good independent vw specialist.Main dealer prices would possibly make this car a write off.hth
Many motorists who do high mileages have to opt for economic fuel consumption but people who do low annual miles may be better with a much larger car. The bigger engined machines tend to last longer and there are some real bargains about....BMWS, Mercs, Volvos etc. On 5k a year thats a hundred gallons @ 50mpg and 200 @ 25mpg, say £600. An older larger car can be a bargain and last you years with tlc. I'm on my 4th year with a3.2 petrol and it cost very little to buy. Read more
A bigger car can certainly make economic sense for low mileage use. However, my personal preference would be for a smaller engine for short mileage trips. They just warm up that much faster.
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Diesel specialist will probably have seen the same problem a dozen times, if not they will go about proper diagnosis logically, it is what they specialise in.
Local taxi owner/drivers would be a good bet to ask where to take your car if you don't know of any reputable Diesel workshops in your area.