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  Tweenage crush 25 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I would be interested to know is there any value in a trade-in for a Vauxhall Vectra 1600, date of registration 27.11.98, S registration, 85,000 mileage...
• Secondhand parts posted/received - returns? 24 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  This was the correct one, but unserviceable. Not I have two parts, one incorrect but OK, one correct but U/S. I have now decided to buy a new component, rather than wait about for more wrong/US ones to be sent. I want to return the one(s) they have already sent. The breaker wants me to pay for return post, as well as a 25% "restocking charge", for the faulty component.
• Mazda - Mazda Website- Test participants wanted. 22 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  The session will last approximately 1 hour and there is a cash compensation for participating. The session will take place at Syzygy?s office in central London. The feedback gained from this session will directly influence the website development of our client. If you think this applies to you, then please get in touch with me for a further conversation.
• Ford Fiesta (1995 - 1999) - 97 1.3 Cabin light problem & 'lights on' warning s 12 Feb 2009 (Forum)
  Hi all, Just picked up a P reg Fiesta 1.3 - glad to see that the few 'quirks' that I have experienced with the car mostly seem to be simple, common &...
• Ford Fiesta (1995 - 1999) - 1998 1.3 Engine noise - loose air duct ? 30 Oct 2008 (Forum)
  Is it just a new foam washer I need, or is there something else that holds the duct in place that has fallen off? Here are some pictures: http://tinypic.com/view.php?pic=16898uh&s=4 http://tinypic.com/view.php?pic=zl3fpl&s=4 Thanks
• Best kept motoring or car based `secrets` 26 May 2008 (Forum)
  Back in the early 1980`s I was working with young TWOC-ers and was once in a `place`being shown a ledger book with page after page of registration numbers, all of the same make and model. Unbelievable really, but it was reckoned that just about every car of that type in the town and surrounding area had been stolen at least once.
• Fuel consumption figures 16 Mar 2008 (Forum)
  Yeah, right. Underlying the official figures lists is a fun, intra-industry game in which one firm\'s boffins try to outsmart another\'s by ECU tweaks and other arcane manoeuvres. Intellectually satisfying to them, results in league-table positioning for their bosses, but of no consequence to the rest of us - apart from how the resulting VED hits our wallets.
• Dual Mass Flywheel Problems - RAV 4 25 Jun 2007 (Forum)
  I would appreciate if someone could tell me if DMF`s were introduced specifically to cope with the increased torque outputs of modern diesel engines, or are they also now fitted to petrol units. I ask because I am considering buying a 2005/2006 (old model) 2.0 litre petrol RAV 4, and have been reading of problems that RAV`s have been experiencing with premature DMF failure.
• Do all cars drive the same these days?? 4 Jun 2007 (Forum)
  In my opinion, all of these have been dreadful to drive compared to the cars I used to drive in the 90's, and maybe even the 80's. Can anyone recommend a medium size car that has a supple suspension and a civilised, smooth drive? Preferably not French, and pref not a Ford or Vauxhall and 3k - 4k to spend.
• What car for 10-12k? 2 Feb 2007 (Forum)
  Hi Everyone, Apologies if this is an oft aired subject here, but I need a new car, have a budget of 10-12k, and have no idea what to get My requirements would be; - fuel consumption not an issue, don't drive far, had a V6 2.5 auto last time, so something similar would be great - favourite car I've owned would be my 2001 Audi S3, they do fall into the budget this time round, so a consideration - I like the look of the Alfa 147, but worried about depreciation - ideally would like something FAST, with leather, air con, CD etc, maybe auto - like the look of the Jeep Grand Cherokee, the 2.7 diesel sounds like an ideal choice, this is in budget - other end of the scale, Lotus Elises seem to be going for around this price, as do some Honda S2000's - also seems like some BMWs - 330, 325 - fall into budget, shape before the current one, older M3's look nice Any advice greatfully received, as you can see I'm all over the shop really Thanks Dirk
• Car Makers & Build Quality!! 6 Oct 2006 (Forum)
  O'm also advised that the average warranty repair on a larger ford/vauhall is lower than a Merc/BMW and they are just as reliable. Would people agree with me or do they know any better. I've been tempted to change to an S Max 2:5 Titatnium or somehting that sounds like that, but at the end of the day, I fear I may be a badge snob? BTW - Mazda.Toyota, Nissan, and a few others fit in with the above
• new alfa to take on mini 12 Sep 2006 (Forum)
  http://www.just-auto.com/article.aspx?ID=88905&lk=dm ITALY: Alfa plans Junior to take on Mini Cooper S 4 September 2006| Source: just-auto.com editorial team Alfa Romeo plans to build an entry-level premium car to compete with the Mini Cooper S according to a report in Automotive News. The sporty three-door hatchback, called the Junior, is to be based on the Fiat Grande Punto platform.
• mpv for towing? 14 Aug 2006 (Forum)
  There a fairly big list of criteria new car needs to fit! This is sole family car, so needs to be fairly economical to run - (at least, no really big 4x4's) At least 6 seats Not too low slung - We live out on the moors and lanes get big ruts - 405 just about ok, old Mondeo would lose it 's exhaust from time to time. And this is the stumbling point - must occasionally tow small horsebox - combined weight of 2 ponies 600kg max, plus trailer weight .
• Private buyers buying s/hand cars 8 Jul 2006 (Forum)
  A week and half ago had my car up on Autotrader, a Polo 1.9CL 97/R 73K full history for £1895. Had a few calls and and the third person that looked at...
• Bumpers 18 Oct 2005 (Forum)
  First there were steel strips attached to dumb irons. These became shaped Chromed beams attached to 50's and 60's barges. Triumph tried rubber bumpers on the Herald but they didn't catch on with other makers. Renault came up with the sculpted shock resistant plastic front and rear apron sections on the original Renault 5.
• Impact with kerb (Honda Jazz) 27 Jun 2005 (Forum)
  What sort of other damage may I have done...the term ?toe-in? rings a bell. I am very wary, in view of Honda dealer?s £icence to print money, to ask them to do anything other than the essential service. Would a specialist, such as a tyre depot be a better place to seek a remedy at a more affordable cost? Bearing in mind the stories one hears, I don't want to be a victim of paying for unnecessary work.
• Some pre-MOT questions please! 18 Jun 2005 (Forum)
  Obviously I know there may be other things that have cropped up since the last MOT, but if anyone could enlighten me on the following I would be grateful. Last MOT stated 2 'Advices', namely: M (or N?)/S/F C/V Boot; and O/S/R outer sill. I'd be really appreciative to hear what these are, if they are big jobs, what money I'm looking at, and anything else that might be helpful. I'm booking it in tomorrow, and I'd really like to go a little more knowledgable than i really am!
• How can I sell my car? 13 May 2005 (Forum)
  Mores to the point I simply don't have a clue what it's worth either :-( Would any garage take it off my hands do you reckon? Oh - you'll be wanting to know what it is, well (now don't laugh) it's a: Mk IV Golf, 1.4 S, S Reg - Jan 99. 2 Registered owners inc me. Full Service History, but 105K miles and it's been keyed :-( Will I even get a fiver for it? :-( Any help you guys can give me would be appreciated. Also on the buying privately front, I have read the Buying and Selling Guide, but if there are any other hints you would give me then please do!
• stop-start driving from cold? advise? 27 Aug 2004 (Forum)
  BUT, here\'s the rub... manaufacturers advise getting in the car and driving off staright away. Effectively this morning I was \'idling\' for 20 minutes! TWICE I turned the engine off, and restarted a few minutes later.
• Big Brother?s Garage - The Winner is.... 28 Jul 2004 (Forum)
  Err, um, we have a tie for first place. (Damp squib or what!!) Due to naughty underhanded campaigning by NoDosh in the previous round, and quite possibly...