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• Lovely 1989 Rover 827Si coming up for auction 21 Jan 2020 (Forum)
  These were nice things to sit in and were no dearer than a Sierra or Cavalier used thanks to the (actually unjust) fear factor which was mostly built on the quality issues on early examples. By the late 80’s they were ok.
• Peugeot 206 1.4 Petrol - Dirty brown stuff inside coolant reservoir 16 May 2019 (Forum)
     Is this likely a head gasket about to go and stop driving it now type scenario?  It seems to run fine, no overheating or anything. Photos: https://1drv.ms/a/s!AmGtZYDBXzj8hb9UohgvPx4awVTynA  
• Advice on Car - Sportback 26 Feb 2018 (Forum)
  hi guys im after a car around the top budget of 13/14k(ideal 12k) i do alot of mileage 20k plus a year, need 5 doors, max 2 litre. The main car i was focusing on was A5 Sportback facelift s line. I was considering A6 too but unsure about the car, any other options someone can advise.  Also  how is the A5 2012 onwards in terms of reliability and depreciation values   Thanks
• Peugeot 207 - Anti / Roll Bar worn 13 Jan 2018 (Forum)
    Hi all   I have the following advisory after the Peugeot 207 passed its MOT:   Front Roll Bar Link N/S Worn/Damaged.   Anti- roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint nearside front (2.4.G.2).   Any ideas if it's an easy fix or how long it will hold up?
• N/A - Tougher Speeding fines - Need to read! 31 Jan 2017 (Forum)
  A lot more in depth here: https://www.carkeys.co.uk/news/speeding-fine-sentences-are-getting-tougher-here-s-what-it-means-for-you?76542rh  Highly suggest reading so you don't get caught out! 
• 5 series touring or A6 avant 25 Aug 2016 (Forum)
  Hi all would like ppl a views on these cars I can't decide. Looking a decent spec (msport or s line) around 13 plate. I'm aware the 5 series was face lifted around this time. My thoughts are the bmw is a bit dated inside and the A6 wins hand down on the interior. Outside I don't think there is much in it.
• Premium Car, Which One? 10 Jul 2016 (Forum)
  Have around £10,000 to spend on a premium comfortable used vehicle. Have been considering an S Class but concerned that maintenance and any repair bills will be astronomical. Fuel consumption is not a concern. Does anyone have any guidance as to what would be a good used buy? The main criteria is comfort, smooth ride and a reliable auto box and ideally a car that will not cost its purchase price in repair bills.
• Land Rover Defender - Leaky Defender! 10 Nov 2015 (Forum)
  Now, I've been looking at sealants here (http://www.johncraddockltd.co.uk/search/results.html?s=sealants&sb=Search) but don't really have a clue which one to get, or if this is even the solution.   It's over 15 years old now and getting harder and harder to maintain sadly.
• 2009 Honda CR-V - Tyre noise 1 Oct 2015 (Forum)
  The car is shod with three Haida 225/65R17 102H and one on the rear nearside which is a Continental 225/65R17 102T M+S. This is a bad mix anyway I suspect but can any one suggest a quieter tyre please or do I turn up the radio ? Cheers Kevin  
• Speeding - HOW TO MAKE MONEY 26 Apr 2015 (Forum)
  http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3051316/Convictions-speeding-nearly-half-five-years-55-000-drivers-caught-nation-s-police-forces-2014.html   At a £20- surcharge forces made £26 million and some charged £30.. nice little earner. But the bit that is interesting is that if you exceed the "tolerances" you get a speeding ticket.
• Skoda Roomster 1.6tdi - Roomster replacement 21 Feb 2015 (Forum)
  After three Roomster Tdi's we have arrived at a hiatus, the 1.6TDi excellent except a lack of grunt. We love the space and comfort of the TDi but the latest iterration lacks the 1.9's power despite Skoda's claims of 105hp. Can we break the chain and buy something with the same space within a small car but with more urge? Would the Honda CRV Diesel be more satisfying or maybe a VAG htach with 140hp be a better idea?
• Survey on commuting by car 17 Dec 2014 (Forum)
  http://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/138560LCNUC Thanks for taking part.
• Ford Mondeo IV (2007 - 2013) - Zetec Sports Pack? 22 Oct 2014 (Forum)
  and if possible does anyone know where i could source a Ford "spec sheet" or similar to compare standard with sports pack? thanks in advance, S  
• Renault Kangoo 1.9D - Very Lumpy At Low Revs 30 Jul 2014 (Forum)
  I think it's probably seen off an engine mount or two because of this as well but does anyone know what would cause it? Does it sound like injector (s)?   Thanks in advance   Stuart
• Citroen Xantia (1993 - 2000) - 99 2.0 hdi limp mode on long runs. 5 Jul 2014 (Forum)
  i have a Citroen Xantia Feb 1999 hdi....great car but it go's into limp mode on a run.....around town it is fine...but on a run it go's to 2000 revs after about a hours drive and that's it ... ...also the light on the dash comes on with a picture of an engine....if i stop and turn it off and restart its ok again. any ideas s
• Various - Internet/Online Car Purchase Advertising on Honest 9 Jan 2014 (Forum)
  I have used the find a car facility on HJ,s website and noted the online brokers results appear usually towards the top of the page ( because of the advertised price) I wonder does anyone know if these online car buying site that appear are regulated or members of any retail type organisation. ?
• Audi A4 Avant - turbo over boosting 12 Nov 2013 (Forum)
  Hi there i have had this problem with my audi for 4 weeks now it boosts up to 2000 revs and then just gos into a sort of limp mode it is reving but really go,s slow i have to stop the car and turn it off restart and all is good i have had it on a diagnostic machine and it is saying it is over boosting i have change the EGR valve but it is still happening can any body help ???
• Vauxhall Insignia - auto lights 29 Oct 2012 (Forum)
  on the other hand they are reluctant to come on when its dull and raining making them feel useless is the sensor faulty or is this a problem with auto lights as my old mondeo,s auto lights were not much better,also is it possible to tighten the rear view mirror as it shakes when driving as speed 
• peugeot 406 hdi 03 diesel - steering not self centralising 15 Jul 2012 (Forum)
  The steering does not self centralise when turning at corners or roundabouts.After putting car on a lift we disconnected both track rod ends both road wheels turned to & fro with no resistance felt. after checking knuckle joints which were free. After fitting a s/hand steering rack which did not cure the problem. Any 1 any ideas on this please Best Regards Mickeybo
• Honda Jazz or Hyundai i10 - Wifes next Car 11 Jul 2012 (Forum)
  My wife is torn between a 2007 1.4 SE Jazz (20k miles) and a 2009 i10 Comfort (24k miles).  She does a daily commute of 40 miles (A roads).  She thinks the i10's boot is too small for the weekly shop, I told he just to drop the back seat down!.  Can someone please help with some advice, she won't listern to me. Cheers Pete