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• VW, PSA group, Renault & now Honda - Why is 1600cc the new standard for diesels 5 Dec 2011 (Forum)
  I can only presume it is an optimium size for 4 pot configeration. Or do some European country(s) punish anything larger in cc's, tax wise?
• Mazda 6 - Cracked alloy 29 Jun 2011 (Forum)
  It turns out that the front n/s alloy rim has a crack about 5mm long – possibly as a consequence of hitting a pothole in the winter – not sure why it took so long to show up.   Is it possible and safe to have such a problem repaired or is it better to bite the bullet and buy a new rim?
• SAAB - SAAB Sale off - GM Left with loss making Swede 8 Jan 2010 (Forum)
  BBC Reports sale is off http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/business/8377076.stm Who will buy it now? Have a look at your "M" key FB - seems to be tyoing "N"s !
• Wolfsburg cars 27 Sep 2009 (Forum)
  Time may have distorted my memory but was there a 70's (I think) car branded a Wolfburg or Wolfsburg. I seem to remember it was called the Knight or similar and also that it had an unusual engine, possibly 3 cylinder. I told a work mate about this and could then find absolutely no mention of it on the internet.
• Indicators AHHHHHHHH 24 Feb 2009 (Forum)
  What is it nowadays with drivers and their indicators. It?s a case of I won?t bother indicating and pull out or force my way in. Or my indicator is on and here I come ready or not. Don?t even ask about indicator use on roundabouts nowadays as nobody seems to bother.
• Reasons for MOT failure 23 Jan 2009 (Forum)
  Recently had a "health check" on a car which returned a couple of areas for inspection. Are either of the below likely to cause an MOT failure? Oil leak on gearbox selector seal & O/S drive shaft seal. Exhaust flexi split & corroded. Car driving perfectly well and no exhaust noise. TIA
• Vauxhall Astra H estate (2004 - 2009) - Astra ENERGY ? 6 Sep 2008 (Forum)
  Can anyone tell me the spec for an Astra Energy? My son was looking for a 07 Astra Design Estate and has seen a couple for the Energy version. It`s not mentioned on the manufacturers website list of models so is it an import? Thanks
• Nissan Micra (1992 - 2003) - 1998 - Ethylene based antifreeze 13 Jan 2008 (Forum)
  How long does ethylene based antifreeze keep for once the bottle has been opened? I found an almost full bottle that I opened about two years ago. Is...
• Nissan Micra (1992 - 2003) - Testing for clutch slip 3 Oct 2007 (Forum)
  I think my clutch is slipping as I go up steep hills. Is there an easy way to test for this, please? I seem to remember something about trying to move...
• Honda Prelude (1996 - 2000) - 2.2 Vti pollen filter 28 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  Just came across a firm called Japan Spares that lists a pollen filter for 1997-2000 Prelude. First I've heard of one - does anyone know if one is actually fitted and, if so, where it is? s
• Volkswagen Passat (2005 - ) - 2.5 V6TDI - Any information anyone ? 22 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  Can't find it on the VW website. Any info please. I have not been living in a cave.(I think) s
• Mini One - 1.6, Real world fuel consumption ? 11 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  I am thinking of buying a 1.6 Mini one,i have looked at the official fuel figures but as these are normally way out what can i expect to get mpg motorway commuting and general use ta Andrew. s
• Volkswagen Polo III (1994 - 1999) - 98 1.6 Engine blown will a 1.4 engine fit ? 7 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  hi i have a 1988 r reg 1.6 polo and i've blown a piston, would a 1.4 polo engine fit in my car? thanks s
• W203 Mercedes - the old model 6 Aug 2007 (Forum)
  I had a w203 in 2001 and the front tyre on the passenger side wore out quickly and MB could never fix the problem and i sold up. Is the problem still there on the last lot of 1203's? Thank you.
• Looking for Sill for a 1993 Mk2-Rev2 MR2 11 Jul 2007 (Forum)
  Hi There, I've got a 1993 UK Toyota MR2 GT (with "Moonroof") (Mark 2, Revision 2) and the N/S sill has rusted away, im looking for a supplier of oversills for this vehicle. I am based in Fife, Scotland. Thanks Dir
• 306 door wiring 7 Jul 2007 (Forum)
  have seen countless postings with problems on door wiring on 306's. But anyone actually repaired 1 and know what the job is like? Are loom parts available from Peug? or from a breaker? Unlikely to be any better if so. Or is it better to make up your own part loom?
• Passat Lower Suspension Bush PASSAT 1.9T 21 Jan 2007 (Forum)
  I have a knocking from the front n/s and had the anti roll bar bushes replaced and it is still there and I have been told it will be the lower suspension arm bush. Does anyone know how much this may cost please? Thanks. Lenny
• In-Car 12V Wireless MP3 FM Modulator 15 Jan 2007 (Forum)
  If anyone is looking for a device to play MP3 or similar units through a car stereo, or even use a laptop, this low cost offering could well prove of interest: http://www.bigpockets.co.uk/product.php?product_id=21705 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - What\'s for you won\'t pass you by
• Why Should Motorists Pay For Everything? 5 Dec 2006 (Forum)
  I'd always been under the vague impresson that private cars were seen as a soft target, but if that 20% s true then surely that would make them quite a valid target ?
• astra mk 3 petrol light always on 7 Jul 2006 (Forum)
  my wifes astra petrol low warning light always illuminated the actual gauge works fine but she finds the light a bit annoying it is a 98 astra convertible.I would be a grateful if anyone had any suggestions to rectify this ,Thank`s nige