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• 200SX or 328 Sport 1 Jul 2003 (Forum)
  After much deliberation, I've finally managed to whittle down the wishlist of motors to two possibles...a Nissan 200SX or a BMW 328 Sport. It looks like I'll get more motor for my £££s with the 200, but I'll also lose more (probably) when I sell it as the 328 Sport seems to hold its value really well. I've driven both of them and there doesn't seem to be too much difference, although the 200 does tend to fishtail in the wet :p They both seem to be generally reliable if maintained, but the BM's M52 problem is a bit of a worry.
• Age limits for cars! 22 Jun 2003 (Forum)
  "Audi - the car for people who'd really like an Mitsubishi EVO, but might feel a bit embarassed in one at the golf club..." Nsar having come up with this...
• VW Passat 1.9 TD 10 Jun 2003 (Forum)
  hi to everyone, Have just recently purchased (tues just gone) a VW Passat 1.9 TD S TDI 115 bhp Automatic Tiptronic (W reg) can anyone shed some light on these cars as to its good or bad points that I should be on the lookout for.... You maybe aware from one of my previous posts that we had a Omega 2.5 TD auto and a petrol laguna auto, but the Missus just could not get on with the omega, so we sold both cars, as I wanted an Auto/Diesel and my wish has come true.
• Flat Rate 29 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  Watching BBC2's Wrong Car, Right Car Dominic is often seen hammering his calculator in order to calculate the amount in monthly repayments the punter will have to pay based on the dealer's quoted interest rate. Plus they always talk about the 'flat rate' of interest.
• Unlawful killing... 28 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  Unfortunately Dave had to remove that thread last night. Despite my warnings and despite Dave\'s deletions the night before, various people still felt it was really cool and fun to get all abusive and insulting, clearly being incapable of reasoned debate. We have better things to do with our time then to pull apart a thread one by one trying to separate the idiots from the sensible people.
• Convertible Roof Repairs 11 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  I own a 1972 Peugeot 504 convertible, with a torn roof. It\'s about 5 inches long, (the tear not the roof), just above the drivers door. I can\'t imagine what a new convertible roof costs, I do know I couldn\'t afford it. Does anyone know a good way to repair these?
• Europe's worst drivers 15 Feb 2003 (Forum)
  That included two bikers who deliberately put themselves in clear & present danger for the sake of saving 0.5 seconds on their journey. Funnily enough, and with apologies to John S and pugugly, most of the really bad overseas examples were in BMWs, but we've been there before. So: This house proposes the motion that on average the worst drivers in Europe are: The British. (closely followed by the Italians, but for different reasons) Discuss/
• NEW MONDEO TDCI STALLING 5 Jan 2003 (Forum)
  I have had a new mondeo tdci since september,i have just completed 5000mls in it.It runs lovely except on occaisions the engine stalls approaching a junction.I...
• Peugeot Classics 4 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  It's easy to do this with the Mini or the Ford T-Bird because it's easy to see what made them great - I can't see the point in designing something and nobody knowing what it is! Which classic (pre-70's) Peugeot designs stand out to you lot?? Any help will be much appreciated! Jamie
• 306 Driveshafts 26 Sep 2002 (Forum)
  Even with the weight of the car on them, I seem to be able to move the shaft in and out by a few mm. (Lefthand N/S shaft). Is this normal, or could I have inadvertantly damaged the shaft by replacing the shocks? There was no movement before I did the work! There seems to be some noise coming from this area, but it sounds more like a wheelbearing hum, but as soon as the weight comes off that side, eg going around lefthand corners, it quietens down.
• Running in an Automatic 16 Sep 2002 (Forum)
  I have checked all the FAQ info and done a search on the techie threads, but there does not seem to be an answer to running in a new automatic. My other...
• Moving to Spain 23 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  I have a V-reg Focus tdi Zetec (rhd of course), with 34k, high spec (side bags, ABS, aircon, metallic etc). I paid £12k, from Belgium & have lavished much TLC (& £'s) on it. I love it, apart from its excessive thirst (for an oil-burner). I'd appreciate expert advice on whether it would be sensible to try to sell it, & buy a lhd Seat there? My usual practice these days has been to buy new(or nearly) then keep it until it starts to cost serious Euros (!)
• GEARBOX THRASH ON FIESTA 8 Oct 2001 (Forum)
  I own a Fiesta Zetec S which is 2 months old and has now covered 1500 miles. When the clutch is not depressed the engine is noisy, however when the clutch is depressed the engine noise is minimal. During the 1500 mile complimentary check I mentioned this fault to the mechanc.
• Rover flywheel wear 4 Apr 2001 (Forum)
  Does anyone know whether old style Rover 200's (1990-95 models) are prone to wear on the teeth of their flywheels as my 92,000 mile 214 is grinding its starter on start up (as though I'd try to start it while the engine is running) The fault is inetermittent but getting worse.
• Brakes on a Passat 10 Mar 2001 (Forum)
  I bought a 2nd hand Passat in November (20,000 miles, S reg). I got it from a VW dealer and thus have a year's warranty. Since I bought it the front nearside brake has been making a terrible grinding noise. Sounds like metal on metal. Despite the dealer changing the discs twice and the pads three times the noise still persists.
• Renault Espace 1 Mar 2001 (Forum)
  Hello, Some time ago, someone mentioned (Was it HJ ?)the better model of a s/h Espace to suit a potential buyer who was short on funds. My ageing Nissan Prairie will have to go soon and I fancy an Espace, preferably diesel, possibly with auto transmission. Funds are limited to around £5000.
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  Proboematic Jaguar S-Type 13 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I recently bought a Jaguar S-Type on an internet auction site from a trader with no reserve. The car looked good in the pictures, but only had a few months...
• Byers questions Final part (hopefully) 2 May 2002 (Forum)
  The public is extremely resentful of the fact that this lack of funding exists despite road transport taxes providing a considerable proportion of the Treasury budget income, far in excess of the returned investment. What is the Minister?s view on redressing this imbalance.
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  Are there any cars with sliding doors that fit three child seats? 8 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I want a car or MPV with sliding doors for a family of three kids and two adults. I currently have a Ford S-MAX and we can get three child seats in the...
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  I get the impression that buying any other car but a hybrid or electric in today's market is risky - do you agree? 30 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a 1.5 TSI VW Passat Estate GT in September and I'm very happy with the buy. I moved from a 2.0 TDI to the mid-sized petrol engine due to the overall...