September 2025
Hello all Honest John Forum fans!
I’m the proud owner of a 2015 Mazda 3, which so far seems a solid car. I like it very much. The only thing I’ve noticed is that it feels happiest cruising at 70mph – it doesn’t seem to settle as well at 50–60mph on motorways. Maybe that’s just me!... Read more
As above, none of them.
Spend some of the useless warranty costs on better than typical (not a high bar) maintenance and treating any rust issues underneath.
I own a 2013 i20 and have been experiencing smoke emission from the air vents. While there's no visible color to the smoke, I can feel warm air and detect a smoke/petrol odor inside the cabin. This issue persists even when both the air conditioning and fan are switched off. Could someone please advise on the potential causes and appropriate solutions for this problem? Read more
Have you lifted the bonnet and cleared the leaves and other debris from the heater air intake (usually just below the windscreen)? When was the cabin air filter last changed?
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just purchased 5 Year old I20 with no scuffs marks or dents... Read more
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it was not the dealer !
Sorry for yet another 'What to buy" thread but I always find them interesting.
Daughter has recently moved house to Falkirk/Stirling area and decided that they now need a second car. Current vehicle is a diesel 2014 Audi Q3 and will be used for his daily commute and longer trips, so she is looking for a run around for local use. Must be big enough to fit two child car seats and buggy in the boot. Budget of £7.5k but could be stretched a bit, has driveway so could consider electric / PHEV. ... Read more
For runabout duties, it's hard to look past EVs. In addition to the Leaf and i3 suggested, it might be worth considering a Kia Soul or Hyundai Ioniq. For more boot space, possibly an MG5.
I've always held a motor trade insurance policy, ever since I started driving 20 years ago. However, I've decided to come out of car sales. I've also been a named driver on my parents' car for the past 10 years. I've never made any claims since I started driving.
If I end my motor trade insurance, am I right in thinking I will lose my 20 years No Claims Discount or would it be possible to effectively 'pause' that trade policy and use the NCD I've built up in the future on a new motor trade policy or a private car policy (should I find an insurer that's happy to accept a motor trade NCD on a private policy).
I don't currently need my own car in the foreseeable future so as I'm continuing to use my parents' car as a named driver on an ongoing basis, am I best to use the named driver NCD I've built up on this policy over the last 10 years if I wish to start a new insurance policy on my own car in the future? I understand that some insurers accept NCD as a named driver and this named driver cover will be ongoing right up until I intend to get my own car again in the future.
It's pretty unlikely I'll ever go back into the motor trade but I've heard stories that once you end your trade insurance, it can be difficult to obtain a new motor trade policy (even if you've held one for a long time before if there's a break in the cover) but that's something to consider in the unlikely event I go back into car sales in the future.
Greatly appreciate any feedback/advice on which NCD will be applicable once I get my own car again. TIA. Read more
This depends on the insurance company - you'll need proof of your driving/insurance record etc Personally I'd recommend using a broker to arrange the cover for the first year.
Perhaps more worrisome than Dacia's not having the latest crash avoidance gizmo's?.
Apparently during Euro NCAP's offset frontal crash, the seat latching mechanism failed causing it to twist. This resulted in a more severe impact on the drivers right leg that if the seat had remained in place.... Read more
I imagine dealers would have a problem if they have these standing on the forecourt waiting to be sold.
Question....
Ssangyong Korando 2021 with andoid auto.... Read more
Any idea of the power output of the cars USB socket? Maybe its not powerful enough to charge a modern smart phone & is becoming overloaded resulting in it disconnecting - this happened on older Peugeot / Citroen products, cured by using a data only USB cable.
As for a dongle, I have used the original AA Wireless dongle in both a Peugeot & a Toyota, worked perfectly with both. ...
Hi everyone just need your advice on this.
At mini roundabout my right side car didn’t signal and hit my car when I was already attempting to my exit which was my first exit.
Evidence shows that car was doing U Turn in that mini roundabout should’ve signalled right before that didn’t happen.
Has anyone had similar incident and the outcomes please could you share your experiences on this?
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A failure to indicate on roundabouts is my bugbear (sure I'm happy just sitting there while you turn off).
But I'd guess that failing to anticipate traffic already using the roundabout means you'll be liable. ...
Already used car today,went to restart within 30min,was cranking over for a few seconds,no start,;flashing green key on dash.Tried spare key,no luck,tried disconnect battery for 30 min,no luck. Search online suggests immobiliser issue? Did have PGMI fault code before this, but ran fine. Any ideas ?, will be ringing auto elecs tomorrow,that i have used before,but dont think they offer mobile service.There are other mobile auto elecs in the area, so shouldnt be a problem getting someone out. Many Thanks. Read more
Ok, so autolocksmith did the trick,recoded both keys ?, said when car battery is low can do this to system, so new battery, EXIDE,on today;no more unbranded batteries from now on.Went for EXIDE as other car ,renault captur dci, has had one from new,9yrs.Never found inertia switch if it has one,still has PGMI light on,thats for another day.Just thankfull,its running,thanks for your input folks.
It is listed on Alibaba for $11,100. €35k in Germany. I don't think there will be much of a market at that price (apart from within the Chinese community).