August 2023
Just wondering if anyone has anything sensible to say about the later versions of these, has the issues with sump filling / DPF been resolved? Do the facelifted cars ( post2019) still report as having the same issues as the pre 2017 models?
Anyone got a 2019 2.2D CX5 in ^^^ spec and got anything positive / negative to say about it? Read more
There is an interesting letter in the ""frequently asked questions". Basically a buyer has been perfectly happy with his EV and traded it after 3 years for the same car but latest model. It promised a range of some 285plus miles which he was happy with getting some 250 miles with the old model. The reality with the new one he says is "barely 200 in cold weather" due he thinks to the new car having a heat pump. He is having difficulty with rejecting the car on these grounds which would appear to me if the facts are true a valid reason. Range is almost a third less. Read more
Agreed about Fisker - as long as they can survive the first couple of years as a new brand to people. I’m assuming they’re working on the direct to customer model and not appointing any retail partners, or have I missed that?I believe they are. They've subbed manufacturing out which might help them avoid teething issues.
If they've got the financial strength to get through early years I agree they might do well....
Hi,
So....I placed an order for a brand new 308 SW (what a gorgeous looking car ??) in May this year. Initially had a look at one in dealership quick chat to sales guy and left him to sort his best deal and went home. He later emailed me the deal which I accepted and signed Vehicle Order Form online. Delivery estimate 1st August. All happy.....
Step forward to late July and contact via email to say expecting car within days as it had arrived in the country...
4th August I get a V5 for my new car in the post! Queried with garage and advised due within days....
As of today I still haven't had contact to advise car is at the dealership...I had a little moan a couple of weeks ago and manager said he'd refund me a couple of months car tax and a full tank of petrol.
My issue now thought is not only have I lost out on car tax but also will be well over a month's warranty and worst of all surely as it's going to be after 1st September before I get the car it should be a 73 plate not a 23?
I can only assume the garage registered for their benefit financially before they got sight of the car?
Am I right in feeling really aggrieved here?
I've no problem with it being delayed it just doesn't seem right I will end up with a 23 plate car after September!!
I'm tempted to threaten to walk away from the deal (I never paid a deposit) and see what they say.....
Anyone else had something similar??
Don't want to mention the dealer yet as not given them chance to see what they'll do but it's a big national dealership...
Thanks Neil Read more
In my opinion, if you don’t get the keys by next Friday I would walk away and demand a full refund.
That is unless you got a seriously good deal making it cheaper than a pre reg option.
If you do walk away consider getting a new Vauxhall astra. It’s the same car but likely it will have bigger discounts.
Signed up for help with this car..
After 20 years of being stored in a leaky garage, our 1992 Escort Cosworth had finally been unearthed.
The cars quite a state (Can’t seem to find a way of uploading a photo..).
So I’m here to find a good, solid, one-stop shop to restore the Escort to her for my glory.
Any recommendations? We’ve seen R&M Classics on instagram who seems to 1) Not need the business and 2) Be guesstimating at a premium with quotes of £20K minimum.
All input and advice greatly welcomed !! Read more
The other issue is the fortune it would cost to run if the OP decided to keep it after it was 'restored' to its former glory. Sky-high insurance (prime candidate for theft, type of driver associated with ownership, little safety features, etc), pitiful mpg, high VED, no ULEZ exemption as it's only 31 years old and not 40+, likley specialized (and thus high) general maintenance costs.
A former manager of mine had (and maybe still has) a Aston DB5 in similar condition - he spent over £000k to do it up - yes, it's now worth a lot more and looks great (it did the last time I saw it, admitedly some years ago now), but he could afford it as he was near to retirement with a life of savings to pay for it.
Looking for iridium plugs for this car and I notice that tightening torque is listed as 23 Nm for Bosch and 17 Nm for Denso. I am not confusing the 1.2 engine with the 1.0 so I fail to understand why the torque setting would be different. Could someone please enlighten me. Read more
Heres Mr O, torqeuing a spark plug like a pro, 6.20 in
Hi,
My nearside side light works intermittently..thinking as a starting point to try changing the bulb but would welcome any other suggestions?
Thanks in advance.. Read more
Will do. Thanks!
Anyone else noticed petrol and diesel prices creeping up recently?
It’s being blamed in distribution issues caused by the Russian invasion of Ukraine, despite the fact that we haven’t imported any from Russia this year. And supermarkets holding onto a greater margin on fuel sales.
But we have bought 6.2 million barrels of jet fuel from India, which came from Russia… Read more
<< ... some of the filling stations - especially those on holiday routes - decided to up prices during the staycation getaway after many changed their plans from the 'hot and firey' Continent. >>
I suppose some may have done, but profiteering at filling stations is pretty short-lived, as motorists soon discover what is going on, especially with help from eager websites. The only place it seems to work permanently is on the motorway or very close to it.
Tomorrow sees the ULEZ take in much of London inside the M25. The cameras have been installed but 9/10 seem to have been disabled. Counties surrounding the capital are refusing to have warnings of a ULEZ coming up on their roads. Papers are full of stories on how individuals are being affected and it's mostly the poorer ones who can't afford a newer car or pay the charge, all so Kahn can raise a few million bob. Read more
A report shows that the Birmingham ULEZ have given a much lower reduction in NOx that originally expected, 7% rather than 13% - it also shows that the areas outside the ULEZ have also benefitted www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-birmingham-66660039
It may well be that London's original ULEZ has already benefitted the outer areas and that the new extension achieves little or no further reduction....
Hi all, my wife has a 2004 Honda FR-V on which the blower fan stopped working. I've replaced the motor (the old one packed up completely) and that's now working ok. I opened the glove box and filter compartment to check and there is good air flow in there proving that the blower motor and control panel are working. Adjusting fan speed up and down works as expected, so the resistor seems to be ok as well.
The issue I have though is that there's no air flow out of any of the vents. The screen vent (just under the windscreen), front facing vents and floor vents - all putting nothing out. Can anyone shed any light on this or make any suggestions where I should look next please?... Read more
There are a number of car models when the HVAC fan blows opposite ways depending on whether the car is RHD or LHD - in the international world of internet parts supply it's not difficult to get the wrong one - maybe that's the case here.
Just looking for some advice, passenger interior mirror light was left on for approx 3 hours. Car started fine, then drove home on the motorway for 40 mins.
Almost home, the battery light came on. Newish battery (September 22). ... Read more
Ford smart charge alternators can be very hit or miss if they are not a genuine product. My sons focus had a recon unit from a motor factor and it lasted 3years. Check charge voltage with your meter . Needs to be over 14 volts , engine running.
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My FIL did the same many years ago. I suggested the '70s Austin Princess may suit him. He went and bought one! He'd have the seat at maximum height in it s most forward position, because he complained he couldn't see the front of the bonnet. Got rid of it after a few months and bought a Volvo 360 from the garage a few doors away.
I bought a Princess many years later to cater for my increasing brood, perfect for my time and circumstances.