August 2021
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Sorry to drag this up again, I know it's been done to death and I know the concensus on here is "avoid!"
However, many of the cars that in an ideal world meet our requirements for next car are powered by that engine with the well-known hesitation issues from cold and at low revs.... Read more
or is it a problem that can develop later on in the life of the car?
With the amount of problems with that car that has been reported and often Not, as some drivers keep it to themselves, with any car any problem can occur at any time in its life regardless of how its looked after, so IMO if you have doubts about a car you really want you either leave it alone or risk it...
I recall reading a thread here a while ago about people's best experiences with bangernomics. Buying an old jag for £6.50 and running it for 10 years then selling it on at a large profit etc. That was nice and reassuring to read, however my own experiences haven't been so good.
I started a thread here a few months ago, lamenting my £700+ MOT bill on my banger I'd already spent a couple of thousand on in two or three years. Now that car needs another expensive repair and I thought I'd try to cheer myself up by reading other people's terrible experiences. Shameful schadenfreude I know. ... Read more
Over time bangers will cost ~£1k pa unless you are diy capable or an extraordinarily good judge of obselete automobilia.
Assuming basic physical and mental capacity I'd think anyone is "DIY capable"....
I have a 2013 Petrol Vauxhall Meriva 1.4 Tech Line. I got it 4 years ago with 23000 on the clock.
It’s now got 51000 on the clock and has averaged 7000 miles per year. It’s had a full service every year and passed every MOT.
On Monday I filled up a near empty tank which cost £55. I’ve only driven 144 miles up until Friday evening and the tank is almost empty again. I’ve worked that out at less than 15 miles per gallon.
Apart from a slight squeaking noise while idling - which the mechanic said is just the new tensioner belt he fitted needing tightening a bit, a code comes up when starting the engine asking for an oil change which was done last year as part of the full winter service. The mechanic said it comes up automatically at 50000 miles and I checked the oil level which is fine and the oil is still straw coloured. There doesn’t seem to be anything else wrong.
What could be causing this sudden major drop in mpg?
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<< You would think that petrol pumps at filling stations would have built in filters wouldn't you? >>
It needs a clever filter to remove water effectively.
Hi everyone, first I'll detail some basic info for my situation.
in June 2020, we bought a used vehicle from a Vauxhall dealership, a 66 plate Insignia with around 86k on the clock. We put the vehicle in for a full service in March 2021. ... Read more
. If the timing belt has been damaged by the auxiliary drive belt , then you need to investigate the possibility that this engine has designed fracture camshaft rocker arms that break rather than allow the valves to come into contact with the pistons . This means a top end repair, instead of a major strip down .
Actually, the piston has to contact, i.e. smash hard against, the valve to cause the sacrificial rocker arm to break rather than terminally damaging the valve or the piston - hopefully.
Hello One and all,
I went into a supermarket for a well known supermarket, as I go in there every day to fill up before parking the truck ..... Read more
Which brand of diesel has the least percentage of ethanol , and is it true that even a small percentage can react with the plastic in the fuel lines and tank ?
Useful unbiased information here : <www.fbhvc.co.uk/fuels ...
Ok so for driver and front passenger comfort how much difference between the Superb Sportline 190 and Octavia vRS? Seat length same feels the same apart from the extra side pads in the vRS. £23K vs £28k if i can find one. I can't decide. I won't be taking many back seat passengers. Your expert opinions appreciated. :-) Read more
I bought the superb. It's just very comfortable. and goes ok same weight as vRS. vRSs are silly money ATM. Change left over for an mx5....
I currently have a Volvo V40 CC that is in the garage being fixed after the service chucked up several issues (mostly brakes and suspension). It’s going to cost me a huge amount. It’s a 63 plate car with 109000 on the clock. It was a silly heart over head purchase. The parts and servicing cost so much.
My question is, should I sell it now, with 12 months MOT and in good condition. Or should to px it and set up PCP with something used but more reliable and cheaper to run? I fear future bills. I like to see them coming so that I can plan for them.
I’m keen on getting a Mini Clubman, but think I’m leading with my head again. There is a 17 plate one with 47000 for sale at the local Mini dealership. Read more
Get it to a good indie, get it fixed and keep it for me unless you are really set on anew car. Changing your car dosen't mean you are safe from bills, nothing more galling than seeing your old car you got rid of driving around for years.
www.usedcarsni.com/2014-Honda-CR-V-1-6-i-DTEC-SE-5...6
I have settled on getting a CR-V and found this one in the link above. Was just wondering if this was a good price and worth going for
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I would pay the extra and buy the same car with a petrol engine and get the TC auto - tough combination. The petrol autos are poor mpg but are known to run for years with minimal trouble.
My petrol EX auto goes in next week for MoT & service - only bills in 9 years - exhaust, battery, bushes, front pothole spring - £600 ish
With the extension of the ULEZ zone in London expanding to greater London, I now need to consider scrapping my car. Probably not worth selling, so just thinking of just scrapping it.
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Not bad advice there - thanks.
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Nothing to fear from an ex-hire car...my Hyunndai i10 was one...got it at 9 months old and sold it when it was 7 years old and had done 140,000 miles...was a great car.