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• 2 parking tickets for the same offence in 24 hrs. 23 Mar 2011 (Forum)
  I checked the sign near the car and discovered that I actually had to walk onto the pavement to view it as it was not visible from the road, the sign said Mon-Sun so unfortunately the Council would have been within their right to give me a ticket. Anyway I packed my car and left, just as I was about to leave a tow truck came so I consider myself very lucky not to have been towed away too. However I got home and looked at the ticket and as I pulled it from the pouch I discovered that there were actually 2 of them, one is dated the 19th and is for 17.54- 18.00 the other is for the 20th and is from 9.28 - 9.34.
• Chrysler Voyager (1997 - 2001) - 2000 2.5 immobiliser problems 23 Sep 2009 (Forum)
  vOYGER W PLATE 2000 {Correct year amended in subject header} Got the immobiliser concerns like most on forum with my voyger happens about 4 times this year but getting worse and wife will not take kids out in it in fear of it not starting. 1/ Alarm light stops on flashing and beeping - all other clocks ect seem to be ok except once rev counter failed but ok now? 2/ RAC spent 2 hours at roadside no luck- towed her home 120 miles then started once rolled off truck ? 3/ Same thing again so then towed to auto sparky - but started next morning fine? 4/ Taken to crysler today and ecu had stored code of fault on transponder but they say transponder checked out ok and can not do anything untill code is active- got new key and fob on order as they suggested this may be the problem as we only have one set and key is worn(so need a spare anyway £200) they also say that should think about replacing the screem module if still not fixed with new key ?
• Chrysler Voyager (1997 - 2001) - 98 3.3 problems starting car 28 Jul 2009 (Forum)
  Normally if you go back to the car the next morning it will start but this time it was out of action for 3 days and we had to be towed home from the Isle of Wight by 5 different tow trucks the next morning she started first time. this problem has been ongoing over the past couple of years and we are at a loss of what to do. The main dealer said they couldn't dianose a fault then charged me £100 for the privilage they told me to take it back whilst fault is occurring but obviously cannot as it will not start if fault is occurring and then said well if the car isn't running they wouldn't be able to put it on the diagnostic machine anyway. we had a new switch for the gearbox fitted last year and thought the problem had been solved but it has restarted and is getting more frequent. many people have suggested the problem could be the immobilser but were told we could not by-pass it.
• Alfa 156 1.8 Cam belt & big end failure 1 Aug 2007 (Forum)
  A friend who has a garage ( very well respected!!)has had a 156 1.8 twin spark in his workshop.He got in towed in,as the cam belt failed.He had to get the head overhauled due to piston contact.The owner said that she was driving at 15mph when it went.The head was re-installed and new belts and tensioners.3 weeks later it gets towed back in with the big ends knocking.He spoke to the local Alfa garage they said it was common with people who don't check oil levels enough and they run dry.This has we believe been compounded by the higher compression of a rebuilt 60k head with new valves and seats etc.They had rebuilt the bottom ends on 3 cars in the last 6 months.Apparently they are strong bottom ends and can just have the shells replaced.My mate replaced the shells on the bottom end and replaced the sump.The car ran for 3 weeks and again the number 3 big end went again.The journal was fine on both visuals and number 4 is last in line and is fine too.The next issue is the owner,obviously not happy and threatening legal action,claiming that she had spoken to 2 or 3 garages (possibly main dealers) who claim to change all the bottom end shells on a head job!!!!.
• Kia Cee'd - I liked it 3 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  I'll wait for the estate which is to come later this year with the option of a 2.0 diesel. Our vicar has a Sportage 2.0 dlesel and says it's very well soundproofed (incldentally he tows a caravan and the Kia is the best towing car he's ever had).
• 2003 Mondeo Diesel dropping revs 25 Jan 2007 (Forum)
  Hi, I'm pretty useless when it comes to understanding diesel engines, so I hope somebody may have some ideas to help me. I bought this car 6 months ago as a tow car with 126,00 miles and FSH, but there are a number of points that are a nuisance/worry and I really can't afford the expense of toddling off to garages without some understanding under my belt.
• Nissan Terrano Clutch Slipping 22 Aug 2006 (Forum)
  Just back from towing in France and clutch OK again! Other things: What is a clutch damper? (and why does the 3rd thicker pipe in the block dissapear all the way to the rear offside wheel well)? Could heat / cold be allowing pressure to build up which is partially activating the slave cylinder?
• FIAT 500 (2007 - ) - Misfuel Hire Car 25 Jun 2009 (Forum)
  I explained that a tow truck driver had taken it away and he asked where the documentation was that the tow truck driver had given me. I explained that I had been given nothing. He tapped around on his computer for a few minutes then said that he had a French registered car that I could drive back to Marseille, but it was not available until the following day.
• Jaguar X-Type Estate - Is it worth buying a car with 190k on the clock? 22 Oct 2021 (Forum)
  Is it realistic to expect a car of this age and mileage to last much longer? What should I look for and ask about if I go and view it? It just has a tow bar and big boot which I occasionally need.
• Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet - Towbar rag top 20 Jun 2021 (Forum)
  In my never ending quest to find a do everything rag top big engine with a legal tow bar capability i saw this. What does the panel think? Mercedes-Benz E Class 2014 E350 CDI BlueTEC AMG Sport 2dr 7G-Tronic 3.0 28000miles Price£17,995 Autotrader (can't add the link without giving away my address....)
• Toyota estima (previa) - Re car wont start 20 Jun 2015 (Forum)
  Hi im a newbie and would like some advice my car wont startive only had it 4 months . it trys to turn over but thats it .I had to be towed back by the rescue van .I need and help if possible where to start 1st on getting it back on the road.Any help would be appreciated.It was suggested it could be the crankshaft sensor guess what toyota dont make them anymore and ive tried everywhere and cannot get one.Thank you once again
• Audi100S4 - Engine Cutting Out 30 Jul 2014 (Forum)
  All power is lost and the car sometimes restarts immediately but other times it does not and needs to be towed. It has been with Audi dealers and specialists and no one has been able to eliminate the problem. Possible causes such as dirt in throttle housing and replacement of crank shaft sensor have been addressed.
• Vauxhall Corsa C 1000 twin port 04 plate - Not starting 17 Jan 2014 (Forum)
  Hi my son drove to work all ok .got back in car would not start .turns over .got towed to garage.they say the timing chain has jumped so out of time.cost to fit new chain 350 .but said the valves may be damaged.what I'm asking is as the car turns over ok with no rattling or knocking could the valves be ok.and ifs it worth having the chain changed and taking a chance .any thoughts thanks
• HGV v PSV 3 Sep 2013 (Forum)
  In our family there is about a dozen people with HGVs, yet non with PSVs, so how to get the bus back to the yard? Ended up lifting it and towing it home, now this was legal yet if the driver drove the bus home he would have been breaking the law? So why can't HGVs drivers drive buses and bus drivers drive the rigid trucks?
• Nissan XTriail Aventurs - Tyre specification 13 Aug 2013 (Forum)
    Would you recommend the Verde or any other tyre. The car is used for occasional towing of caravan, occasional off road use as it carries a gundog so rough and muddy tracks. Also used for business, so some motorway use.
• VW Touran 1.9 diesel - VW Touran poss Dual Mass flywheel? problem 5 Jan 2013 (Forum)
  Problem this time is I was changing from 1st gear to 2nd, and then a loss of movement and had to be towed home. Engine starts, goes into gear but driveshafts not turning, can hear movement, not grinding. Car wont move anywhere. Have been told (without inspection), it could be DMF problem. Any ideas?? Thanks.
• Saab on the side 6 Sep 2012 (Forum)
  I have been tempted to go and look at one but part of my brain tells me to just avoid them....!   I also saw a Smart car towing a trailer.  The tiniest little trailer I have ever seen.  It might as well have been a lunchbox on wheels.
• VW GOLF 1.9 105 bhp TDI - PLUG IN DIESEL POWER UPGRADES 13 Sep 2011 (Forum)
    The companies say these modules increase the power and torque, better fuel economy and less turbo lag. My reason for asking is that I will be towing a caravan and would like to know if installing one of these devices is going to be beneficial and could there be, in the long term damage to the engine. Your opinions would very much be appreciated.
• Galaxy - Repair or replace-my rights. 24 Jun 2010 (Forum)
  My parked car was reversed into causing damage to the ,bumper,hatch and tow bar-I have 5 years old Galaxy. The driver's insurance assessor has inspected my vehicle and is insisting the hatch is reiared. I don't think this is fair as I feel it will depreciate the value of my vehicle.
• Ford Escort (1993 - 2000) - 97 1.6 Gear box or clutch problem 27 Aug 2009 (Forum)
  Advice received varies from "new gear box required" to "centre clutch plate out of line". Sorry to say fairly new driver with limited mechanical skills. Am arranging a tow to garage but could someone help with ideas of cause please.Thanks in advance.