April 2018
After spending almost 20K at a Volvo dealer in Yorkshire I have been left shocked and disgusted. I really need some advice.
The car is a 2013 XC90R sold as excellent condition. Only bought 24 hours ago I brought it home to find significant repair work carried out on passenger side. I noticed it due to the poor quality of the workmanship. Definately not Volvo OE standard and whole side has seen filler (which is visible through the paint) and new paint on parts of the door with evidence of oversrpay. ... Read more
The DM has printed an article about the new MOT rules. Worth a read ?
www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5569383/Tougher-M...l Read more
Too much of the MOT system relies on the honesty of everyone in my opinion....
The whole system relies on honesty....
Wonder if anyone can help. I'm in Latvia at present and yesterday, upon starting my Mk III Mondeo TDCI, smoke issued from the bonnet, close to the windscreen.
Upon inspection, it appears the loom for the heated washer jets has burnt out.... Read more
Many thanks elecie.........
You've come to the right place. Read more
Is the old adage that "Typically diesel models are more expensive to buy than their petrol relations, but if you're covering big distances every year, they will be cheaper to run." still true?
With the demonisation of diesels coupled with the introduction of tiny, fuel efficient petrol engines, I have seen diesel prices fall and are now much closer to petrol prices. In a few cases, they can be even cheaper than petrol cars.
I m thinking of buying a diesel car but don't do high mileage. Reason I want it is for a 2nd car which may be used as a towing vehicle. Read more
Hi
My Giulietta is top of the line in terms of spec (2.0 jtdm-2 TCT Auto, Exclusive)
It has LOADS of extras fitted, including the highly desirable panoramic glass opening sunroof, Bose Audio, Winter Pack and more. If you configure one to buy today it is £34900... Read more
How did you get on with selling the alfa?
Probably many variables to this but here goes. My son has a graduate placement starting Augusr 2018. He wil need a car but there is no company scheme. He is talking about getting finance on a car and I am thinking oh no!.
So What is the best way to finance a car? If by finance which makes are offering the best deals? He has been running a 04 plate Clio diesel, is there a scrappage opportunity? He's thinking new or nearly new, I'm thinking 3 year old. (i know some will say it's his money but.... general supporting arguments to give best advice wanted. Big subject iI know! Read more
Leasing or taking on a new car via a PCP means your are required to return it afterwards in a saleable condition. Often you’ll end up with a bill for excess mileage or for body repairs even though they seem like minor scuffs and scrapes.
To me the best and cheapest way to buy a car (assuming there’s no big bank account to plunder) is to take out a low rate personal loan which can be had for less than 2.9% APR at most high street banks. Instead of a PCP over 3yrs with a large balloon payment you take the less an over 5yrs which gives you similar monthly payments then you have the choice to keep it or sell it whenever you want. After 3yrs you could sell it and settle the loan (same as a PCP but much cheaper 99% of the time) or keep it. It gives greater freedom as well as more money in your pocket.
You need to get a list of his requirements before shopping though.
How many miles roughly will it do?
Will it be mostly local stop/start driving or will there be plenty of distance use?
How much space does he need?
Is image important?
Check insurance costs by getting a few quotes. There’s no point in looking at cars only to find out the cover is prohibitive.
How much can he afford to spend? Look up loan calculators at any banks websites to see what the payments would be. Interest rates are lowest of you borrow £7,500 or more so it can work out cheaper to pay more oddly enough.
Has any member with this modle of car removed the rear seats? is there any hidden issues that need addressng on the removal.
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Done this job this morning, Drivers seat fully foreward, Hand under the corner of the rear seat base then lift.
Thinking of my first suv and I like the XC60. In my 30s like the r design trim especially Luca r design with full leather. Want the 2.0 diesel £30 tax just wondering if anyone has any views,running costs , problems with these? Read more
Cars with the D4 4-cylinder diesel (introduced in late 2013) have problems with the EGR cooler and valve. Volvo has been good at fixing these under warranty without quibbling.
I have two Volvo V60s in the past 6 years, and I liked them. If you're buying new, no problem. If you're buying used, I would strongly recommend that you ONLY buy from a Volvo main dealer and make sure that the car has a full Volvo service history. That will give you the strongest position if any problems crop up.
Another freeloader. Read more
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