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• Large 4x4 prices 21 Oct 2024 (Forum)
  Maybe it's impossible to know but taking an educated guess , with proposed ban on diesel/petrol by 2035, do people think used 4x4 prices for older bigger 4x4's such as a Toyota land cruiser are going to plummet which some analysts say or basically become too expensive to run as the government will do silly things with tax and insurance ?   Say for example you bought a 2006 landcruiser for £5k now would it be worth £500 in 5 years time   Fascinating answers awaiting !
• 2006 vauxhall vectra - Hello 19 Apr 2023 (Forum)
  Morning all I would like to know if anyone else has ever come across this issue.Ive got 2006 bauxhall vectra c diesel It recently went into limp mode ,but when my mechanic came out and plugged code check machine in ,some things came up ,obviously, but then he couldn't clear codes again ,tried loads of times, he's s*** hot with.vauxhalls ,but this has left him completely baffled Help please 
• How will this affect the ordinary motorist ? - Euro 7 to be introduced 2025 24 Nov 2022 (Forum)
  The motor industry seems to be in a state of shock to learn the announcement that Euro 7 will be introduced As early as 2025. Even PHEV s will be affected and will be restricted in their use of EV power to extend the use of their batteries. Looks like the UK are locked into the EU regulations even though we are no longer a member but taking a pragmatic view it looks like another nail in the coffin of the less affluent in society having access to personal transport.
• Hyundai i10 - Thoughts on a Hyundai 3 Jan 2021 (Forum)
  After five and a half years ownership my first MOT 'fail' As expected with i10's it was the rear discs and pads which after the fail, were replaced by me for 50 quid. Actually, five years isn't bad considering rear brakes are a weak item with these cars but my MGB has gone fifty years without needing rear brakes replacing so why do modern cars have discs all round?
• MINI John Cooper Works - R56 air conditioning stopped working 3 Jun 2020 (Forum)
  So I have a 2010 Cooper S, and today the AC stopped blowing cold air. It seemed to work fine last night, but today just blew hot air. The AC light turns on, but just warm air comes from the vents. Not sure if it just needs to be recharged, or what.
• Insurance- driving through floods 3 Mar 2020 (Forum)
  Well I've seen some particularly stupid videos here in S Wales of people deliberately driving through clearly deep flood water on the roads and the subsequent completely predictable stalling, floating away etc of the ruined car. I was wondering whether these kinds of actions are covered by comprehensive insurance or not.
• 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