June 2025
Another nail in the coffin of the Empire. What does it mean for us.
Mods add to the is it the end Post if you think better.... Read more
I’m new to this so apologies if this is the wrong place,
But I’m in the market for a c***box that’s a little nicer than a fiesta. And I’ve come across a 2010 320i and a 2011 320d.
The diesel has less mileage about 110k to the petrols 120k. The diesel is a much better spec so I’m tempted but I’ve heard horror stories about dpf and how short journeys can kill it, and occasionally I will be doing 50+ miles but day to day it’s going to be 25 min commute. Both are auto.
Same price is the diesel a terrible idea. Or am I just scaring myself.
P.s I know buying old BMWs is asking for wallet pain but I only need it to last long enough to save up for a better car 6-12 months Read more
The 320i is likely to be less problematic than the 320d but won't be as interesting to drive
But, it will come down to servicing and how the car has been driven. If the diesel has done mainly long runs and has had regular oil changes then the chances of EGR, inlet manifold, DPF and chain issues will be minimised. Those are the main areas of concern for BMW diesels. ...
Just checking my account which is showing as open with a healthy prepay balance and recent crossings appear not to have been charged. ( I only pay £2 as a prepay ) ( every little helps )
As above My account is open with correct details showing.... Read more
In short, the toll no longer funds the build—it now funds ongoing maintenance and traffic control. Basically a tax!!
Not really - money for those things has to come from somewhere. Better for it to be paid for (semi-)directly ?
After 60plus years of no claims 4 years ago I was involved in a minor shunt when my foot slipped off the foot brake and jabbed the accelerator and i lurched forward into the rear of the car in front. Offers to deal with the matter other than through Insurance met with a refusal.
Despite the fact of my age now 88yrs, previous record and I have submitted myself to two hourly sessions of driver ability assessment as A no problem, the shunt and age, has resulted in a four fiqure premium and I dread renewal next month,... Read more
If the other driver got his car fixed what does he care how the bill is paid? Putting in a quote for insurance is akin to interrogation. Apparently modern cars are very complex and need very skilled people to fix them and EVs cost even more on average hence the hike in premiums.
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I have one tyre that has a slow puncture. I looked at the writing on the tyre in question and it says:... Read more
If attempting to change a car tyre yourself without special equipment other than tyre irons, a central pivot is a big help (though I've done it without one a long time ago)
A scaffolding screw foot, if you can score one of them, makes a good pivot clamped into the centre of the wheel hub, and can also clamp the wheel down onto a ladder, decking etc to stop the wheel counter rotating
MOT due for 28/06 so looked up my MOT man online (you can book online) saw he had 2 free slots today took it down and just got the phone call. Clear pass,
Hallelujah.... Read more
8 year old Yaris MOT today. Passed again with no advisories.
I'm torn between Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 with rim protector and SCT and Pirelli P Zero PZ4 with PNCS MFS. The prices are similar. Which should I go for? Read more
There is another way.
Friend of mine had a Golf GTD, sat on 35 aspect tyres, costing a kings ransom each, i only went in the car once and that was more than enough, the noise and ride awful, yet the same shape family Golf sat on 205/55 x 16s is quiet and refined....
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I'll be buying a car soon that's just over 30k, is there any way in which to get section 75 cover on it? ... Read more
The last two dealers I used would not take more than an initial deposit via credit card. The fees they get charged are too high, they claimed.
PS just see above post…great minds…
Last night s programme highlighted the trade in car parts from stolen cars. .
Usually high end Audis and Range Rover but Ford Fiesta for some reason ?... Read more
Very few Tesla s stolen this way. Is this because their security is better or there is no market for them ?
Today our V70 d Volvo reached 200,000 miles. Happy birthday! Read more
Well done. Assuming it's still worth at least £1000, that's less than 5p per mile ownership/depreciation cost. Few can to keep their depreciation cost per mile so much less than fuel cost per mile.
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Another one bites the dust, and unlikely to be the last over the next 5 years.
I used to like going to the 'motor show' at Canary Wharf 20 years ago when I was working in the area - free, and if you were lucky, you could even get a test drive. Got me pushed into the direction of Mazdas too..