July 2021
Shameful but true. Yamaha MAX 125
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We sold our caravan earlier in the summer, and it is time to sell the towcar - a 2016 Kia Sorento.
It's in decent shape. A bad stone chip in the driver's door. A scrape on the top of the rear bumper cover where I dropped something metal. And an area of slightly dull paint from a repair a few years back. Minor corrosion on a couple of the alloys.... Read more
The feedback is Cazoo is the best car selling experience they have ever had.
5 minute paperwork, document and ID checks, 10 minute car check, 5 mins moving car across to a secure compound and final details into the cazoo staffs iPad, money in account within 2 mins of completion.
He got 2 texts immediately as the staff member told him it was complete; the first to confirm, the sale and the money transfer and a second text a minute later confirming the transfer was complete.
Finally, they matched the agreed quote and condition report.
Even though his car was classed as excellent they permitted a scuff on one alloy and a chip on passenger door.
His small talk with cazoo staff member revealed the firms plan is to break even for next few years and focus on growing and conquering the used car market across Europe for vehicles upto 5 years of age.
Before the pandemic, many times I was asked to comment about this model or the other by friends/colleagues/family etc', and in many cases it was seeking change for change sake or 'because I want to' or 'I have some dosh burning my pockets' ' or it will be nice to have..'
I noticed that now days very few in my social circle ever ask about replacing their wheels and if they do it's down to the old practical reasons of size/dogs/kids/ULEZ etc'... Read more
With little else to spend money on people have been buying cars they simply like the look of ...
People have been doing that for years, rather than do a bit of research to find a reliable car they just like the look and colour then buy,in some cases practicality wasn`t even considered untill after the motor was bought....
I broke it by reverse connecting the battery cables a couple of years ago, fiddled around with it fruitlessly (and cluelessly) and gave up.
Now have bit of time and an online manual and am having another go.... Read more
Thanks. I'll look into it.
Some components are missing, suggesting its been scavenged for parts while it was looking abandoned, irritating but understandable, and likely to add to what was already looking to be a big bill....
Just wondered if anyone has experience with towing with electric cars. Only a few seem capable and I think you have to turn off the energy recovery under braking? Wondering if it’s worth even considering if range Is reduced too much, although I wouldn’t want to tow much more than a folding camper Read more
Most of the charging setups in the uk are drive in, or reverse in, not drive through like some in the States, would be quite a faff to remove the trailer every time you need to charge.
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We flew from Stansted a couple of years ago (well the plane did) and the taxi driver stuck three pounds on the fare as the airport charged this for dropping us off, apparently Heathrow and Gatportairwick are charging a fiver for the privilege now.
It's not a lot really but annoying all the same. Read more
I tend to use public transport now when flying
We live about an hour's train ride from M'cr airport, and can fly from there to most of the places we are interested in. So as we are close to a station with hourly trains to it, that is what we use. It's a bit of a hike to check-in, but no worse than from many car parks - and no worries about damage to the car....
I have asked this on a few forums and since this is such a good one, I think it is a good idea to ask here too in case there are more/better answers/explanations.
Replaced chrome exhaust header pipes with stainless steel. No re-jetting according to the manufacturer.... Read more
The aftermarket header pipes maybe need sealing with high-temp RTV where they meet the exhaust gasket. If that doesn't cure it, it's also possible the aftermarket headers have a slightly different (larger) internal diameter to the factory originals. Original headers are often double-skinned (smaller ID), and I suspect the stainless replacements are not.
The different ID will alter the fuel/air mix a little, especially in high-vacuum situations such as on the overrun or steady light throttle. You might be able to dial out the problem by playing with the pilot screw setting. Manuals will usually give a pilot screw setting with a range of plus or minus a quarter of a turn. Whichever is the richer direction for your pilot screws, try half a turn in the richer direction and see if it improves things.
I understand that for a NEW car with a list price of more than £40,000, the Road Tax for years 2,3,4,and 5 is £475. So, the list price of £40k, does it include extra for paint or is it the base listed cost?... Read more
I take it the car is an EX version of the CRV
Trade down to an SR - well under the £40K and no 5 year surcharge...
A 2014 reg (13) ix20 auto has just come on the market. FSH and excellent MOT record. Howevr, I'm concerned it has only.done 11,479 miles. I've asked about fluid changes but not had a response yet. Is it a cause for concern, or is it just me ?
Less mpg on tc not an important issue with my lowish mileage. However wondering whether post 2015 facelift might be a better buy.... Read more
Thanks again. John F unfortunately no longer physically up to that, but appreciate advice. Clearly, common sense, it will also depend on environment.
I have been running one of the above for 2 years now and find the car superb in every respect. I see there is quite a lot of discussion re fuel consumption of PHEV's.
Obviously, the more miles you do on electric, the better the overall result will be. In the real world though,motorway and long distance driving does crop up.... Read more
Thinking of a s/h BMW X3 with REX.
Annual costs vs petrol Jazz:...
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