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• Renault Scenic - Headlights for France 12 Aug 2004 (Forum)
  What's the best way of adjusting the headlights for driving on the continent? My new (last of the old-style) Scenic has twin headlights with no obvious area to cover to remove the kerbside bit of the dipped beam. Previous cars had a moulding in the lens to cover with black tape or a ridged deflecting lens.
• Death or infirmity? 2 Jun 2004 (Forum)
  I hope this is not too morbid a subject, but which is it that normally brings one's driving to an end ~ death or infirmity? It's just something that I've begun to think about since I retired. And should I make sure that I live somewhere that has adequate public transport, because at the moment I don't. -- L'escargot by name, but not by nature.
• New Bentley 22 May 2004 (Forum)
  Saw my first Continental GT on the road today. I was driving past East Midlands Airport with my foot down in my Impreza Turbo and the Bentley just blasted past me as if i was standing still. That is QUICK. It was a magnificent sight, and sound. I want one very, very badly - now where's that lottery ticket??
• Vectra driveshaft plate. 18 May 2004 (Forum)
  I had my gearbox oil level checked yesterday, and instead of unscrewing the check plug the mechanic (cough) started unscrewing one of the bolts on the plate thats attached to the gearbox where the drive shaft enters. What is this plate for, and what is it attached to? and will it be ok as long as he tightened it back up again? Thanks in advance.
• ford fiesta head gasket 18 Apr 2004 (Forum)
  My wife drives a ford fiesta 1.8 diesel on an S plate 1998. It's started to lose water and there is a slight oil leak on the head. Obviously the gasket is on it's way out! I would like to have a go at changing the gasket.
• Seat Inca: Mirror Glass 4 Apr 2004 (Forum)
  Someone clipped the drivers side mirror of the Inca van I drive, way before I got it. There were tiny cracks in the glass but with the snow / cold weather / mild weather the cracks have opened up. Can the mirror glass itself be changed or does one need to change the housing as well?
• To coast or not to coast ? 8 Feb 2004 (Forum)
  Mrs V is having driving lessons with an instructor and I am taking her out for additional practice as and when we have time. When approaching lights, junctions etc. she tends to put her foot on the clutch and 'coast' to a stop.
• Anyone have a Fiat Uno 60 please? 13 Nov 2003 (Forum)
  Does anyone drive, or have access to, a Fiat Uno 60, Mk2 car with 1108FIRE type engine (blue covers) on a carb, 1989 to 1992 please? I have a simple question which you may be able to help me with. Thank you. Pete.
• Nice to see a worthwhile penalty. Not. 31 Oct 2003 (Forum)
  So, we have a road safety office driving a car with two bald tyres. Whether connected with the accident or not, he then kills a motorcylist and is convicted of DWDC&A. What does he get? £320 fine and six points. Marvellous. http://www.motorcyclenews.com/news/detail?
• Rattle in Passat rear 4 Oct 2003 (Forum)
  Wife thinks I'm obsessed but I've got a spasmodic rattle coming from the rear/boot somewhere which is driving me mad. I just can't locate it. Neighbours think that I am mad when I keep thumping the interior. I just can't locate it. Can anyone help please?
• Wobbly Escort 7 Sep 2003 (Forum)
  I've just inherited a low mileage 1996 Escort 1.6 LX 16v. Its immaculate but when I took it for a drive the steering was very sensitive and it seemes to wander on the road quite dangerously. The back tyres are well worn but the front are fine. Any ideas? Bushes? tracking? suspension wear (shocks seem fine) Over to you!
• Dashboard fans 27 Jul 2003 (Forum)
  Bought my car without the £1200 air conditioning option. As we are driving to France soon, I was considering one of those Halfords dashboard fans. Has anyone got one? They seem quite large and I can imagine they blow around the air quite effectively inside the car. But is it worth blowing around hot air?
• Help me identify a squeak 27 May 2003 (Forum)
  Ive got a squeak on a Mercedes A140 Starts once the car is warm (15 mins driving plus) Seems to originate from the front wheels. Squeak stops when steering slightly to the left, start again when stering to the right. Getting lounder over time! Any suggestions what to look for?
• what to buy? 22 Apr 2003 (Forum)
  What to buy? Saab 9-3 convertible; Audi convertible; Audi 1.8T; Lexus IS 200; BMW in price range? I drive 15,000 mls/yr on A roads - few overtaking opportunities (need a car thats quick off the mark). Any suggestions?
• Peugeot 306 Window Wiper Problem 3 Apr 2003 (Forum)
  My front and rear wipers suddenly stopped working when i was driving to work today. The water washer jets don't work either (front and back) Could this be a fuse or relay problem? Please help me as i am not sure where to look!!! (fuse number etc) Thanks!
• Mystery boxes 16 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  Driving along the A14 from Ipswich to Huntingdon, I noticed that there are large steel storage boxes at every major junction. They look like shipping containers (only shorter), are painted blue, and positioned behind large road signs.
• Can't sleep 12 Feb 2003 (Forum)
  I paid the deposit for an Audi S2 on Saturday and I've got to wait until this Saturday before I can collect it! It's driving me nuts! At least, when I do collect it I've got 40 miles of motorway followed by 20 miles of A roads to bring it home on.
• punto strange behaviour? 7 Feb 2003 (Forum)
  I have a problem, my car is a 1998 Fiat Punto 60s and over the last 2 days it is behaving strange. When I am driving I turn on the heating and hot air blows out but when I am in stationary traffic or stopped at traffic lights it blows out cold air. Any ideas
• Car insurance for frenchmen? 21 Jan 2003 (Forum)
  My husband is french and although he is insured to drive here our insurance is up for renewal so I have been searching for quotes. All the online sites I have tried will only accept uk full or provisional licences. Does anyone know of companies that will quote online for EC licences?
• Is my Astra TD thirsty? 8 Jan 2003 (Forum)
  Hi there, Can any other owners advise whether 38mpg pootling around town is average with our 1999 1.7TD Astra estate? Seems thirsty to me - I was hoping for more, particularly as I drive quite gently around. Hmmmm - anyone got any comparisons from their own experience? Ta.