November 2015

Harman

Hi there,

Is there way to find VIN with the help of keys. I have keys of my stolen car and these got serial number on.... Read more

Harman

Some cars like BMW car much data about the car within the key, I dont believe this is the case with Qashqai.

Bascially as you have discovered anyone can cut and programme the keys for nearly any car....

hopefirm

Car drives well as just purchased, but have noticed a sliding sort of sound when pressing the clutch and changing gear-any ideas would be appreciated, thank you! Read more

hopefirm

Just to add a chirpping sound or squeak would best describe

Manatee

My son's Pand started playing up last night.

Turning on the indicators turned off the lights and wipers.... Read more

hardway

Sorry but this is going to be vague,
I seem to recall a fault involving multi plug connectors under the front carpets and water ingress.
Like I stated vague.
but it might help.

Fulham Phil

I have a Q3 S-line Plus. Comes with 19 inch wheels and I think smaller wheels would be quieter and more comfortable. Should I go for 18 inch or 17 inch and will roadholding be compromised. Any experience of Michelin Cross Max? Any help much appreciated. Thanks Read more

RT

Many VW models have a selection of wheel/tyre sizes that can be specified at order time - they also have an additional list of winter tyre sizes - my new Touareg came on 265/50 R19 but I'm fitting 235/65 R17 winter tyres as it's a listed option.

Audi may be similar - you do need to inform your insure but the better ones won't alter the premium if it's a manufacturer's recommended size.

tsl

I have a 2005 Peugot wagon, I have just accidently driven too fast into holes full of water after the rain,, I have a black type of plastic box thing broken in 2 n some smaller broken pieces, looks like a cover of some kind, can someone pls tell me what this is called, can i post a photo of it here?? I am devasted n in lots of trouble , thankyou TSL Read more

Gibbo_Wirral

On the 307 the important thing is to make sure the wheel arch liners are fully intact, as the power steering motor and window washer reservoir and motor are behind one and the ABS unit & horn behind the other and vulnerable.

The ABS unit is supposed to have a waterproof plastic cover on it too.

logger

I need a car/van with a large boot and a low boot height ( for a big heavy dog ). I dont want to spend more than £3000.

I would prefer a 4x4 as a car or a small van... Read more

NARU

I recommend ... a dog ramp.

My elderley GSD was finding it hard to get into my landcruiser, but she loves the ramp....

jamesdriver

ok, SO I currently have a bmw Z4, great fun, particularly on the rare days of sunshine, however we have our first little one on the way, as such I probably need a 4 door...

BUT... Read more

jamesdriver

The bmw Gran Turismo looks pretty decent, as does the 3 series touring,

just seen teh new 3 series E - 148 mpg quoted :-0

Benet

My 2010 Auris 1.4 (petrol) has been going well since I bought it in the summer, but when it's warm, after a 10-15 mins, there there is squeaky noise from the nearside rear wheel. It comes and goes but can be quite piercing. On a right hand bend I don't hear it, and I don't hear it when the brakes are applied. It's disc brakes all round I was thinking a worn disc, but I don't know. Any ideas welcome?

Many thanks Read more

Benet

The upshot was that the rear pads were badly worn. I had them replaced and that restored quiet running

anetta

My question is - the car has been rejected, the car dealer has refused to accept the rejection - who owns the car in this case? DVLA has been informed, whose responsibility is the insurance of the car?

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Bromptonaut

Anetta, you may get some useful help from Citizens Advice. Go to their website www.citizensadvice.org.uk/ select the part of the UK where the car was bought and then follow Consumer link.

Alternatively give them a call on 03454 04 05 06....

jamesdriver

Hi there,

Firstly apologies, an annoying question, but hopefully you guys can help so I'm looking on moving house and my mileage is going to go up and wondering if I should take the company car so current situation is to take the allowance:... Read more

Big John

Further up the post I did suggest running your own car but then the OP moved the goal posts declaring that private mileage would be 26,000 miles a year - that's an awful lot of fuel(circa £3.5k) and up-keep/depreciation(£lots). You can't do this sort of mileage reliably with a banger.

You would need to choose the right company car though because of the BIK/CO2. Hybrids etc were mentioned further up the post (or in the seperate nearly identical thread the OP posted!)...