How many tools have been left behind after servicing/repairs
What is the value of the tools left behind in your vehicle after it has work done in a garage? Do you keep them? or do you hand them back in to the garage?
View ArticleRude examiner
I took my second test today,first one really pleasant man when we got back he explained I didn't check my blind spots enough which I totally agreed with.The lady today five minutes in I was moving...
View ArticleVauxhall Astra 2007 struggling when gear changing and has become noisy.
On the way back last night the engine management light came on just as we got back. Today engine management light is still on and the engine is now a bit noisier than normal and it struggles for power...
View ArticleBuying cars with salvage categories applied
I saw on the internet some time back a company that used to have the authority to have salvage categories removed from vehicles after they had inspected them, I now can't find their details and have...
View ArticleGM Tech2 codes & sub codes - anyone have them for Vaux? P1125 61 & 62
Hi all. Just did Tech2 scan on 06 Astra 1.9dti 150, got codes x 2 of: P1125 with sympom (sub codes) 61 & 62. No descrition of them on T2 or anywhere I can find? We know P1125 is: P1125 Throttle...
View ArticleFord Focus 1.6 Zetec Automatic. Silver Metallic.
Good Afternoon, I am looking at buying one of the above captioned in a private sale from a work collleague known to me. Looks and feels a very nice car and have driven it today. Only question mark (and...
View ArticleWhen did you last need to dial 999 for the Police?
I was just walking past the Post Office and Sorting Office. It sounded as though there was an alarm ringing inside the building. So I went straight to the phone box and dialled 999 for the Police. They...
View ArticleVW Polo EPC Light
Hi all, I recently bought a VW Polo 55 reg 1.4 litre engine. It seems to run fine but I have encountered a few problems with the EPC light. The first time this happened I was sitting in stationary...
View ArticleHow do I stop receiving notifications?
As above. Can I adjust my settings to stop receiving notifications to every thread I've ever posted in?
View ArticlePassed driving test, buying first car advice needed.
Recently passed my driving test and now looking on buying my first car, what can you recommend etc?
View ArticleWhat has been your favorite car you've owned?
Just a random thought, what is the car that you've drove that you've loved the most..
View ArticleDilemma at a mini roundabout.
Saturday afternoon, I was waiting to turn left out of the leg of a T-junction. Traffic coming from my left was passing straight across, so no right turner would be making space for me. Eventually there...
View Articlethick oil due to late service new engine required
Hi,I was late for first service with my diesel mini,,38000 miles during which I kept oil at good level.Im told by the garage that the late service has turned the oil to thicker than treacle,and this...
View ArticleFocus mk1 1.6 - engine noise & Oil loss
Hello, im really hoping I can get some help asap! I have a 2003 1.6 Focus, about 6 months ago the engine developed a rattle, this happens on slight acceleration and only when the engine is warm. The...
View Articlemajor problem with RAC approved contractor
Hi, im new to this forum but would like to bring to everyones attention a serious problem i am having with an approved RAC contractor, WESTON RECOVERY SERVICES, ST GEORGES, WESTON SUPER MARE BS22 7XS,...
View ArticleRough estimate of price please injector
How much would it cost roughly to get injectors tested on a Chrysler that's producing loads of black smoke on hard acceleration. Gentle driving there is nothing but as i rev to 3000rpm there is briefly...
View Article7 day wait to get the car looked at
Sorry to say but I would not recommend The RAC on the service I have received so far. Been stuck in Italy for two days, promised a hire car that never arrived, informed my car was at a garage being...
View ArticleDifferences between diesel and petrol?
I'm learning to drive in diesel car, but want to buy a petrol when I have my licence. When you start with a petrol, do you need to give it gas before you bring the clutch up or it will stall? Is it...
View ArticleAstra 1.7cdti 05 Central Locking/Alternator Issues
6 months ago, the original Alternator stopped working. At which point I used Shmitz_RE (Ebay Shop) to buy Alternator #1. They sent out alternatior #1 and all was fine... until 3 Months later! As i was...
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