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• Suitable car for tall person with injured knee 7 Dec 2007 (Forum)
  I'm seeking a car that is comfortable with excellent front seats and leg room, reliable (I live in a rural area with no sign of a bus service and the two faults that stopped my previous S80 in it's tracks - ETM and ECU - could easily strike again), economical and, with an automatic transmission. Budget? I could stretch to £10K but would prefer to part with about half of that if possible. Apologies for the life story but I thought some background information would explain why I am where I am and why I seek what I seek.
• Citroen C5 (2001 - 2008) - '01 HDi - Strange 'knocking' through the steering 1 Nov 2007 (Forum)
  Hi all, Bought a 2001 Citroen C5 recently (the 2.2HDi SX automatic hatchback). Lovely car in all regards apart from a weird sort of "knocking" that's transmitted through the steering column. (Well it looks horrible too of course, but practical family diesel automatics aren't that common, so it wasn't a style-led choice!)
• Toyota Corolla (1997 to 2002) - 1998 1.3 Programming Key Fob? 23 Dec 2024 (Forum)
  Hi Guys, I am reposting this question as I did not get any reply to my question which I posted in Dec 08. I have a Toyota Corolla 1998, S Reg Automatic GS 1.3 bug eye shape UK Model car which I bought 2nd hand for my wife and it came with only one set of keys. I have acquired a new key Fob and would like to program it. Could some one please help me with the instructions.
• Saab 9000 - Saab 9000-should I buy? 3 Sep 2024 (Forum)
  Some seemingly well cared for ones are for sale for decent money. Is there anything to look out for? This car would be for my friend who can only now drive automatics, so how strong is the auto box in these cars generally?   I understand that the 9000 was one of the last 'true' Saabs before the 'cloned Vectra' 9-5.  Does that make the 9000 a better buy over the more modern  9-5?
• Manual cars worth less than auto secondhand 16 Jun 2024 (Forum)
  Interesting read that informs that: "Residual values of used cars with manual transmission are in decline, with some models worth as much as 21% less than their automatic equivalents and fewer manual cars for sale in 2024 than ever before" I suppose it's inevitable as people buy electric as well as ICE cars and hybrids generally being auto. It suits me if I can find a cheaper car in manual form but worrying they will become harder to source.
• Ford Mondeo 2014 Powershift - Sc*** or Invest 14 Dec 2023 (Forum)
  After just investing the best part of 650 to replace timing belt/water pump and oil and filter change, I have just had gearbox failures from the (what I now learn as notorious) Powershift gearbox. The fault code (as read by the AA) was 'Shift Solenoid D stuck'. I called a local automatic gearbox specialist who quoted 2800 as a minimum to rebuild the gearbox - and other damage found could add to that quote. Given the 'webuyanycar' price is less than 3k, anyway, is it best to reluctantly sc*** and move on?
• Nissan Micra - Which Nissan Micra Models have CVT transmission? 5 Aug 2023 (Forum)
  Hi all Been looking at a Little Nissan Micra 58 plate 1.4l Acenta as I'm on a really tight budget and love these cars (owned one previously). It's an auto though which tbh I don't mind, but are these CVT transmission or just automatic transmission?  Heard a few bad points about CVT Tried to find out but to no avail. I know they did change them at some point but can't seem to find out when.  Any help and advice much appreciated, TIA   
• Audi A4 B7 - Audi A4 B7 diesel engines 12 May 2021 (Forum)
  Hello, Im looking to buy an Automatic Audi A4 B7 model, but thing is I have 0 experience and know nothing about engine problems. Right now Im focused on 2.0L diesel engines, but there are few variations. Maybe you guys have any suggestions?
• Ford Fiesta ST - Battery charging 6 Feb 2021 (Forum)
  Hi, I've just started charging my car battery and looking for some advice. The car is a 2014 Fiesta ST and the charger I'm using us a CTEK MXS 5.0 Fully Automatic Charger. The charger has a reconditioning mode which uses a higher voltage of up to 15.8V, and I'm wondering if this is safe because I haven't disconnected the battery from the car - the instructions for the charger didn't mention that.
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  What's the best crossover/SUV for £20k? 17 Dec 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have about £20,000 to spend on a new crossover/SUV. What do you suggest I buy?
• Vauxhall Corsa - Engine needs gas to start 16 Dec 2019 (Forum)
  Evening all, Sorry if this question has been posted before - this is my first time posting here. I bought my first car last week, a 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Active Automatic 1.4L. When I turn the key in the ignition I need to give the car some gas in order for it to start. This seems to happen every time I start the car. Other than that the car seems to be running well but I must be honest, I am clueless when it comes to cars!
• Car wash- undercarriage 21 Apr 2019 (Forum)
    Yes I should really be getting underneath and doing this myself, but life does have a habit of getting in the way! So does anybody know of any automatic car washes that clean the undercarriage?  I know Shell garages in my area (near Bristol) don't, not sure about the supermarkets. Tried googling but it's dominated by american sites.  Thanks in advance      
• Tomtom & Garmin - Sat navs keep getting battery issues 8 Jan 2018 (Forum)
    All have been using different power adapters into the cigarette lighter, one of which has been a USB one which charges other devices without issue. All seem to go wrong after three months or so.  My car is a 2008 Corsa design automatic 1.4.  Any help is greatly appriciated.
• Any - Tell DVLA you've sold a vehicle 21 Nov 2017 (Forum)
  so I assume you shouldn't post in the section at all if you use the website. Does this automatically trigger a refund of the unused part of the vehicle tax, or do you need to claim that separately?  
• Vauxhall Zafira B - Auto 2.2 Petrol vs 1.9 Diesel 29 Aug 2017 (Forum)
  Thanks for taking a moment to help out! We're in the market for a Zafira (2007-09) as both my wife and I only drive Automatic. However, I hear the 1.9 diesel can cause issues...but then again, we don't really need a 2.2 litlre that you get with the petrol. It's interesting that the diesel is so prevelant in the marketplace, but petrols seem somewhat rare.
• Please help me help my friends choose a car. 17 Jan 2017 (Forum)
  They have a budget of £15000 and are looking at new or nearly new - certainly with some warranty left. The badge on the front is immaterial. Their requirements are: Petrol Automatic Raised driving position Easy access as they are getting older Room in the back seat for child seats for grandchildren Roomy boot for stuff that grandchildren need these days and for trips to the tip Large enough to get a kayak on the roof All suggestions would be greatly appreciated :-)
• Ford Focus 1.6 - Ford Focus Lamda sensor - a m**** writes... 12 Sep 2016 (Forum)
  I'm thinking of buying a Ford Focus automatic (broken leg means I can't drive manual any more).  The one I'm taken by has an engine management warning light on.  Should I steer very clear?  My son's focus has had this and it was the speed sensor.
• audi A3 - the modern horror of a new car 21 Jan 2016 (Forum)
  All this modern rubbish is no good to me, I have been trained to drive a car and look after it. Another thing, never forget that anything automatic has a reliable habit of going wrong,going wrong,going wrong.....
• Any type of SUV e.g Mercedes GLC or VW Tiguan - Trolley Jacks 19 Dec 2015 (Forum)
  Under what part of the car is the best lifting point so as no damage is caused and the car remains stable. Being an automatic, do I leave the car in the Park more and the handbrake applied? What is the best height of a Jack to remove a wheel that has a puncture? Lots of questions but all necessary prior to a purchase.
• BMW 525 D - Swirl Flap failures 13 Oct 2015 (Forum)
  Following the news of my 530 D been written off I have found a 525 D Estate with 159k on. It's a 2002 in lovely condition. I,m getting it checked especially the automatic transmission but I notice from the car by car guide that it's possible to check for swirl valves by feeling for a metal rod under the black plastic air intake tube. However when I asked a specialist to do the same check on my old 530 D he claims to have taken the inlet manifold off.