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• BMW 5-Series E39 (1996 - 2003) - Malfunctioning Radio 17 Jun 2009 (Forum)
  It now appears it is the wiring that it is at fault and there are metres of wiring and it will be hard to find. Any ideas on resolving this. The car is now so old, that it clearly makes no sense to invest a lot of money sorting it out, but I would like to have radio on occassion. The car does have a cassette and a 6CD stack, which both seem to functioning normally.
• Honda Civic Type R II (2007 - ) - My Daughter's Boyfriend's New Go-kart 22 May 2009 (Forum)
  Anyhow, last night, I sat in the back of this go-kart and felt really comfortable. I was also impressed by how, after zilch miles, my daughter and her boyfriend drove the car like they had owned it for years. Especially impressed as it has a 6 speed box. Maybe I'm getting old but I can see how this car sells so well in the UK, well, anywhere but Lytham St. Annes.
• BMW 5-Series E39 (1996 - 2003) - 03 2.5 Flat Battery how to get into boot? 14 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  or do you need ignition to be in aux (or similar) position? 3 I have warned him about jump starting modern generation cars ( he is old school), any special advice on this model? p
• Ford Focus (1998 - 2004) - 2001 1.6 what is causing the battery drain 19 Mar 2009 (Forum)
  I've an annoying problem with my Focus, and I'd be amazed if it hasn't occurred many times before. Whenever I leave the car for more than about 2 weeks, the battery drains to such an extent that I have to jump start it. The battery is only about 4 months old, and I've had this tested and it's fine. I've carried out a current drain test, and with the ignition off and all doors closed, there is approx 250 milliamps being drawn.
• Nissan Micra (1983 - 1992) - 88 1.0 Lubricating front brake sliders with rubber 3 Mar 2009 (Forum)
  When I pulled back rubber seals to lubricate underneath, didn't look like a red grease had been used. Then again they probably haven't been lubricated for last 20 years since car was made. I don't particularly want to redo this, cleaning out old grease, oilling/greasing with rubber grease. .
• Renault Clio II (2001 - 2007) - 2001 1.5dci - ABS light intermittantly on and off. 29 Aug 2008 (Forum)
  Afternoon folks. Have a problem with the old work horse. I now use this as a second car and is used for any rough / commuting jobs. Have had a problem with the ABS light on the dash. Went to a festival a few weekends ago. Parking a nightmare and due to the lake of mud in car park, had to be towed out of field by a tractor.
• Zero Rate VED for Classics 30 Apr 2008 (Forum)
  Looking around it seems that the average age of cars has gone down in the interim. Does anybody know: - a) How many cars were zero rated at that time b) How many are still in use (i.e. have a zero rated VED disc) c) How many cares it would apply to now if the 25 year limit were re-introduced?
• Insuring Grey Import on agreed Value Policy 18 Apr 2008 (Forum)
  Up to now I've insured my 1995 Celica GT cnvertible (Grey Import) with Adrian Flux on an agreed value policy (no "no-claims" basis), with a limited mileage as with most classic cars - I was advised this was the best way to insure it in case of a write-off situation to ensure I got the correct value of the car paid out and it wasnt just vaued as "a 13 yr old celica not worth much...."
• Vauxhall Corsa D (2006 - ) - dashboard reflections 11 Dec 2007 (Forum)
  this effect is ameliorated somewhat as a black finish is used but I bet that under normal driving conditions one would be thoroughly irritated by those damned distracting reflections all the time, in the middle of the windscreen - a sort of large inverted U-shape. Such a shame for what is, ostensibly, a car with good dynamics. My partner is now looking to find the old Corsa which at least, from the fascia aspect, does not suffer those absurdities of design.
• Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - What common-rail diesel can you rely on? 4 Dec 2007 (Forum)
  Previous car was a 2003 Picasso Hdi - loads of problems, including pump failure at 10K. (warranty covered this) Presently driving 2005 Mondeo TDCI (130bhp, Euro IV). No major problems (apart from gearbox out to lubricate splines on input shaft - as clutch not always disengaging) I usually buy a 6-9 month old car shortly after my existing vehicle gets its first MoT, so I'm looking at changing mid-2008.
• Thinking of buying a Polo or Golf 13 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  hi there, I'm thinking of buying a VW Polo in order to replace my old 1995 Corsa (that has had its doors bent back so much, they're like tin foil :( ). No overall reason for a Polo, other than the percieved VW reliability, I just want a car that goes forst time, every time, and doesnt need servicing too often.
• Do you believe in risk compensation? 5 Jul 2007 (Forum)
  I'm not advocating a spike in the centre of the steering wheel here, but do you think the widely advertised NCAP 5* rating and dozen airbags makes for a worse driver? I ride a bicycle, a motorbike, drive an old car and a new car and to come absolutely clean here, I find that my level of attention changes depending what I'm in / on. Your confessions are welcome here, just between the two of us. Or if you think your might of intelligence can control it, what do you think about all the other weak-willed who let it affect them?
• HJ Mini tests 19 May 2007 (Forum)
  The overall 'feel' from the various tests on HJ has been one of paradise lost, yes, some things have improved, but some overall fun/driveability has been lost, along with it seems, some ride comfort. I compared the new/new Mini with the old/new Mini in the showroom, to my eye it looked bloated & just too big. I totted up the cost of options & the whole package seemed more an exercise in 'options trading' (just like 'finance deals' are the real money-spinner for some main dealers) - the base car is made to look almost unattractive, but the options list soon makes the car look overpriced, imho,when compared to the alternatives.
• Applying Extreme Wax successfully 5 Mar 2007 (Forum)
  Hi guys I have had a pot of Extreme Wax in the garage for a while - it is in a Lime Green tin , I think it is a Turtle Wax product and thought I'd have a go on my newly washed car yesterday. I applied it with the applicator sponge, which got a little wet as the car was still damp - don't know if this affecs the result ? Rubbed it off with a clean worn-out cotton cut from an old T-shirt (but soft and freshly laundered) Didn't seem to polish up very shiny, but in the rain today the water beads up like nothing I've ever seen before !!!
• radio interference from in-car electrics 27 Feb 2007 (Forum)
  I've been meaning to ask for some ideas on this one for some time and now the festive run-down has set in at work, seems like a good opportunity... OK,...
• Laid up Rover 214 23 Feb 2007 (Forum)
  Fingers crossed I wil have a job some distance away and the plan was to use the 214 for a few days a week (400 miles) to save my current daily car from any more deprecication (until my 6months are up and start recieving car allowance) If its left in the garage what can i do to stop it going rotton inside and out and what tips to keep it ok until I use it again??
• Mazda Tribute intermittently revving up 30 Oct 2006 (Forum)
  I drove the car today but found nothing wrong. I know very little about cars but I suspect it could be the injection system playing up, I'm thinking sticking valve maybe. Obviously, if it happens again regularly I will need to take it to the Mazda garage. 1) Am I right about sticking valve ?
• VED and hypocrisy 24 Mar 2006 (Forum)
  An average medium to large petrol car can now cost over £200 to tax however the less efficient cars already make a much larger contribution to the Chancellors coffers via fuel duty. And there is a reasonable hike for Pre March 2001 vehicles as well.
• Filthy oil in 12 miles 14 Jan 2006 (Forum)
  Please could I have your views. Details Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI on flexible servicing. One year old 8000 miles No service warning but did not like going over 1 year so had a service. VW 506.01 oil. After 12 miles checked dip stick. Oil is black. Not tinged black but black. Got the oil can in the boot -they had used 4.5 litres approx.out of it but maybe not in my car.
• Mazda MX5 I C E 16 Nov 2005 (Forum)
  I really would like the car to still look "standard", no big holes etc. Thanks for any advice on radio/MP3 etc received.