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• Mark RLBS Laguna 1.9DCi 2 Aug 2002 (Forum)
  "Laguna II Privilge Audio - Mark (RLBS) Wed 31 Jul 02 15:03 snip.....but I`ve got a brand new Laguna 1.9dci on the drive outside....snip" any change / update on your previous posts along the lines of "what is the point of diesels then" just wondered
• Catalysers 11 Jun 2002 (Forum)
  We've just bought a Honda Civic, 1995, which is our first catalysed car. Am I correct in thinking that you shouldn't drive through water deep enough to make contact with the cat. as the thermal shock could crack the ceramic core? (I did try the search facility but couldn't find any details) Any advice welcomed. Many thanks, P.
• Got the Pirellis 29 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  Haven't driven far yet but they do appear to be quieter than the previous Dunlops. Can't really comment on grip etc, but then I don't drive with much urgency. Thanks again for the advice on an earlier thread. Regards Pat
• Turbo Question Please. 22 Mar 2002 (Forum)
  On reading my car manual, it says that after a period of high speed driving or climbing up a steep incline, you need to sit at idle for a maximum of two minutes before switching off the engine. I know this has something to do with the turbo, but why do we need to do that?
• A Valentine Jeep 14 Feb 2002 (Forum)
  After hearing about this extravagant gift, a friend of his said, "Wait a minute, I thought you told me before that she wanted one of those sporty four-wheel-drive vehicles?" "Well she did," he replied... "But just where the hell was I going to find a fake Jeep?!"
• battery warning light 27 Dec 2001 (Forum)
  Help.... Pulled up in the drive today with the wifes maestro Turbo Diesel. Taking the key out the red battery charging light remained on. RE-starting the engine and it goes out as it shoud. Turning the ignition key to position 2 when it should remain on with all other lamps it goes out.!!!!
• My first wee car!!! 7 Dec 2001 (Forum)
  Hey!! Wondering if anyone can give me a bit of advice............... Learning to drive, hopefully passing test in a few weeks. I want to buy my own car in the new year. Any ideas or insight into the best car around for me at the moment??? Or know of any "free insurance" deals with cars for 20year olds???
• Motoring on Playstation 28 Nov 2001 (Forum)
  I'm getting (albeit belatedly) a Playstation for the kids, and was wondering which car racing games the backroomers would suggest. Of course I'll have to fully test drive anything before they're allowed out on the road. :o) Thanks, Stu.
• Audi S3 & TT wheels falling off 29 Sep 2001 (Forum)
  There have been 6 S3's and TT's affected so far. If you have one of these, phone your dealer and get them to collect it, don't drive it. Lower radius arm snaps and the wheel folds in. Can happen at any speed. That's the S3 off my list then......
• noisy xm 16 Sep 2001 (Forum)
  I had a noise coming from the front of my xm and thought it was the wheel bearings on the way out ,so of I trotted to my local xm man who took the car for a test drive then into the workshop.He returned with a clum look and I thought expensive.Cost zero the fault was the large split pins were rattlingon the bearing caps.Its a good job he is honest.
• Insurance... Settle an argument 5 Sep 2001 (Forum)
  MY mate's aquired a s/h car for his daughter. Car is currently off the road, no tax or MOT. Can he drive it from current owner's proprerty to MOT station for pre-booked MOT using the 3rd party provision in his own insurance policy, or does the car also have to be insured by current owner? TIA jonbenj
• VW Golf 29 Aug 2001 (Forum)
  I wonder if anyone can assist me, I drive a VW Golf (1.6 driver: 1991), when I get up to 50mph on the motorway the car starts to swerve and judder (as if caught in crosswinds). can anyone assist we the likely cause. Does anyone know any VW independent specialist in the NW london area.
• Caravan towing with Fiat Multipla 29 Jul 2001 (Forum)
  I hope to be able to tow with our recently acquired Multipla - which incidentally is really fun to drive and as practical and commanding as a 4x4 (and really interesting to be seen in!) Thanks; Lawrence.
• Japaneses Grey import spares 26 Apr 2001 (Forum)
  I am considering buying a J reg Vtec prelude gey import. what problems if any might I encounter in mainaining it? It has low milage/km's but drives well. Thanks foir any input.
• Fuelsaver 18 Jan 2001 (Forum)
  Having fitted a Fuelsaver Max to my 84 Granada 2.8iEstate was disappointed to find after a test drive of 1,000 miles that the mpg was same as before device fitted. Now trying to find the address/contact of the company Fuelsaver given on the handout as Exeter.in order to claim refund under their no quibble 30 day guarantee.
• Fuelsaver 15 Jan 2001 (Forum)
  Having fitted a Fuelsaver Max to my 84 Granada 2.8iEstate was disappointed to find after a test drive of 1,000 miles that the mpg was same as before device fitted. Now trying to find the address/contact of the company Fuelsaver given on the handout as Exeter.in order to claim refund under their no quibble 30 day guarantee.
• choose 1 to 4-cheap estate 21 Mar 2024 (Forum)
  Found these searching tonight for a cheap estate ( under £3k ) Of these 4 if you were only driving 4000 max a year which is reliable and the best value ? https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202403057245254 https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202310042670665 https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202402096411596 https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202402226852614 I'll keep a score 
• DACIA DUSTER SUZUKI VITARA - New SUV 15 Mar 2024 (Forum)
    Dacia Duster 1.0L 100HP 2WD lpg/petrol  and Suzuki Vitara 1.4L 129HP mild hybrid 2WD . I want it for driving on the countryside ,trips and a bit offroad.Which one would you suggest?
• Fiat 500e - KIRI coins 15 Jan 2024 (Forum)
  They're a crypto currency the Fiat App gives you for driving responsible.  I now have thousands of them.  The idea is you can exchange them for goods .  But reality is you get a discount for stuff that you'd likely never buy anyway. Pity they don't offer money off servicing or tyres etc.
• medical - old drivers 25 Oct 2023 (Forum)
  Not mentioned before from elsewhere The findings were published in a consultation asking drivers to submit evidence considering whether driving licence renewals could be changed. Although the DVLA doesn't list any specific proposals, they are asking motorists to submit their ideas before October 22. This can be done through the DVLA's  Snap Survey  tool or posted to their headquarters in Swansea.