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• Liverpool to Rome - the options 29 Jan 2005 (Forum)
  I don't mind as Dad and I will share the driving but we could do with some advice on destinations to stop pver, general routes to take. The original plan was to boat it to Spain (Santander to be precise) and drive from there, to Italy. Dad does the same on his Motorbike but goes around Spain instead of Italy. My question is what about going from Calais. Easier? Any comments regarding anything to do with the trip are more than welcome as always.
• Peugeot 206 CC 8 Jun 2004 (Forum)
  t imagine spending my own money on one due to the quality issues. By the way, Hertz also do a 307 CC in Spain.
• Spanish Prangs 19 Dec 2003 (Forum)
  I've been to Spain three times this year, having never set foot in the country before. On my visits I've noticed that a huge proportion of cars have been in some sort of minor side collision, especially affecting the passenger side.
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  Disconnecting the battery on a new car - will it cause problems? 14 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My previous car, a 1996 Fiat Punto, had the battery disconnected and left outside many times for periods up to 12 weeks and no problems starting up on...
• Hertz Car Rental 20 Sep 2016 (Forum)
  Just booked a Hertz car for 7 days over the half term holiday in Feb from Gerona Airport Spain,£59.70 all in!!! i had to pinch myself,i thought it must be 1982 and i had dropped thru a time warp.Unbelievable.I think.Booked direct with Hertz on their website.Cheap as chips.
• Examples of great driving 13 Sep 2010 (Forum)
  After a short break in the UK and all the aggressive driving and speed cameras at every turn, it's great to be back in Spain and return to the 'normality' of driving here. Tonight for example, I was cheerfully overtaken... ...whilst travelling on a steep uphill gradient... ...on a blind bend... ...by a 4x4...
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  Would the DVSA require a new catalytic converter to import my 1985 Pininfarina Spider from Spain? 3 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently bought a 1985 Pininfarina Spider Europa (Fiat 124). It is in good condition but I am currently refurbishing neglected areas. The catalytic...
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  Why is it so difficult to find insurance for driving across Africa? 20 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm travelling through France and Spain to drive around Morocco for two weeks in early May with a 9-year-old Nissan X-Trail. Initially, I could not get...
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  After 32 years of driving a Volvo 945 can you recommend an alternative? 8 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We have driven our current Volvo 945 for 18 years and our previous Volvo 945 for 14 year.Our sons tell us we don't need such a big car at our age (73)....
• Ford Mondeo - Ford to end Mondeo production 3 Sep 2018 (Forum)
  "Suppliers have been told Ford also plans to stop producing the Mondeo at a plant in Valencia, Spain" It's in their announcement about ending Fusion production in Mexico as well http://www.autonews.com/article/20171213/OEM01/171219856/ford-fusion-production-us-china-mexico
• short journeys 9 Mar 2005 (Forum)
  Hi all, Is there any way I can minimise the damage done to the engine when taking short trips, two or three times a year I drive down to the south of France, Spain etc however the rest of the time I only make short trips and the engine rarely reaches the optimal operating temperture? Joe
• car supermarket = car paperwork? 30 Nov 2003 (Forum)
  Having, about a month ago, bought a Ford imported from Spain through one of the car supermarkets I was told the car manual and service record paperwork would follow in "some weeks". Anyone had experience of this arriving or not? My dealer can order me the book etc or should I wait?
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  Are satnavs with GPS now illegal in France? 14 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  As I understand it, in-car satnavs and mobile phones with GPS facilities are going to be subject to the same law as radar detectors when travelling in...
• All diesel - Particulate filters in hot climate 9 Aug 2010 (Forum)
  First post for me although have been an avid reader for many years. I live in Spain and the time is coming to change the old  Xsara Picasso 2.0HDi, probably for a C3 Picasso 110HDi. I like the way a diesel engine drives and diesel is cheaper here in Spain than in U.K. The question is does the warmer climate have any affect on the regeneration cycle of the almost inevitable DPF/FAP ?
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  Lost in translation 4 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I need to replace the cambelt on my Audi and this work will be done in Spain. Can you tell me the Spanish name for this part? I e-mailed Audi but they...
• LHD Audi 30 Nov 2004 (Forum)
  A friend has a soft top Audi LHD which is fine when visiting his second home in Spain but he was saying how difficult overtaking was on country roads in the UK,I said I thought there used to be a mirror which could be fitted on the passengers side to give a forward view to the driver for overtaking,can anyone out there help with a supplier.
• electronic tags for euro motorways 5 Jan 2018 (Forum)
  Having used the liber-t tag in France and realising the time and effort it saves at the peage I am now tempted to get a tag for Spain and Portugal. Has anyone used this tag yet? If so any comments from personal experience would be welcomed. I am getting the ferry to Bilbao quite soon. Cheers Concrete
• Hire Cars 23 Jun 2005 (Forum)
  Might have to hire an Astra at short notice this weekend, doesnt have to be high spec model, just an Astra that goes. Only ever hired a car whilst on holiday Portugal and Spain so not sure of what costs you have to pay here, eg insurance, upgraded insurance etc. Thanks
• Cross countries 3 May 2003 (Forum)
  Does anyone know if there's anything similar operating between Britain and Europe - i.e. for people over-wintering in Spain etc, who want their vehicle with them but don't fancy the long drive. I'm interested in seeking employemnt with such a company.
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  Do I need a Crit'Air sticker to drive through France? 18 Mar 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I want to drive through France down to Spain in a Mercedes 320SL 1995 registered convertible. Simply do I need one of these sticker please, bit of a grey...