September 2017
Note to Mazda - the price list of the comparable Arona starts nearly £3k less than the CX-3 and has a bigger boot, especially on the upper models when the CX-3 loses quite a bit due to the inclusion of the Bose sound system. Mazda - drop your prices otherwise you can't compete with these rivals. Read more
Shame about the silly rear door handles still ruining the looks, or the absence of a 3 door model, but everything else is bang on (assuming they don't get greedy with the price). I can't wait to try one - it's in pole position to be my next car. Read more
Groovy - I like this a lot so hopefully the production model remains true to this concept. Read more
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I seem to remember reading there were ongoing problems with Skode`s DSG automatic if it had a dry clutch. Looking at buying a 1.2TSI auto but wary about possible problems with the auto system. Any advice ?. Read more
Yeah I would 2nd that. Had a Octavia dsg dry clutch, replaced at 30k and still wasn't right, had to get rid. Personally I wouldn't buy another VAG car. If you want a reliable efficient petrold auto look at the Toyota Auris hybrid, great cars.
I have a 2005 Zafira A, 16v 1.6 petrol.
A couple of weeks ago the gauges on the dashboard started dropping to zero for a second or two whilst driving. ABS light would also come on at this point. Engine would carry on fine. It seemed - although I can't be certain - that it was most likely to occur just after some kind of bump or pothole.... Read more
Firstly,all Zafira A models have 3 wire power steering systems,so not too sure what the garage are taliking about..All the faults you have encountered,may be caused by a faulty alternator.Not a low voltage issue ,but overcharging,where the voltage can rise above 16 volts,whereby a lot of the electrical units will shut down to prevent damage.May be an idea to monitor battery voltage when the fault occurs.
I have Ford Fiesta 1.4 tdci 2012 model which was not in use for 5-6 months after that the white smoke from exhaust on starting up which dissipates after 50 - 60 seconds. It's not dependant on the weather however I've noticed it's when the car has been stood after a couple of hours, obviously more noticeable on start up first thing. It doesn't happen when driving either. I've checked the coolant & oil levels and there's no leak or its not dropping rapidly. The smoke is white / greyish not thick and like I said quickly dissipates, there is a smell which I think smells like deisel..
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Injectors from flea-bay?that will definitely make it run worse. As above,if it ain't broke don't fix it..
Those who followed my recent saga with my Jag x type (04, 174k miles) and its extended holiday in France will know that I had reason to contemplate scrapping it and buying a new car (Dacia was top of the list). I have lost some confidence in the old girl and don't know whether I'd trust her for a foreign trip again.
Another thought has occurred to me, which is buying another car while the jag is still running, so I don't get caught in that awful trap of buying a car quick because you have to (failed mot, terminal failure, etc.) and while I have the luxury of time and transport to drive around looking at alternatives.... Read more
Those who followed my recent saga with my Jag x type (04, 174k miles) ............ I have lost some confidence in the old girl and don't know whether I'd trust her for a foreign trip again.
A well known fault has been remedied. You know her even better than you did before. So logically you should have as much if not more confidence in her as you had before you left for France. ...
.....in your opinion. We have our boring, practical family car that already fulfils that purpose.
Regarding practicality, my kids won't like the way the 'design flourish' door handles eat into the visibility from the rear door windows so maybe a 3 door version would not only look better (looks are important to me, and others, on a hot hatch), but also have better visibility for rear seat passengers thus keeping the seats clean from child vomit :-)...