Questions from July 2012
I am looking to buy a Ford C-Max but I'm really confused now. I'm not sure about whether the 1.6 09 plate petrol is better as a Style or Zetec, or whether I need to look at a bigger engine or diesel, what...
I have a 2002 Mondeo but the central locking won't lock when using the fob, yet it works fine with the key. By this I mean if u use the fob it just unlocks itself straight away after locking.
I'm an estate agent who drives 5 miles to get to work and 5 miles back, together with numerous local appointments throughout the day with engine on/engine off and 30 to 60 minute intervals inbetween. We...
The current Avensis Tourer suits my family's needs perfectly except that the children feel hemmed-in. The door glass starts too high so they can't see out. Is there any way to safely raise them a little...
I had an accident in my car April 13th 2012. The insurance company sent the car to Just Car Clinic for repair. They said that it would be ready the 17th May 2012. This seamed to be reasonable for the amount...
I have spotted a Lexus GS 450H 3.5 SE at a Lexus dealer. Excellent condition, first registered October 2007, with only 13,700 miles recorded. The dealer has come down to £17,000 which seems rather high...
As the registered keeper, my wife recently received a Parking Charge Notice demanding money for transgressing the "contractual" terms and conditions of a car park; namely "vehicle not registered as using...
I am looking for the site you recommend for selling online, similar to webuyanycar.
I contacted Mercedes-Benz after reading here that someone had complained to them that their Sat Nav wouldn't accept a full postcode and they upgraded his unit. When I contacted them about my 2011 E-Class...
Recently received notice of intended prosecution for travelling 39mph in a 30 zone. Am I entitled to ask for photo and a certificate of calibration of camera?
I purchased a nearly 3 year old Citroen C5 tourer from Evans Halshaw (Rotherham) for £9500, along with a 2 year inspection, service and MOT plan at a cost of £270. I got delivery on 27th Feb 2012. The...
I have recently bought a Skoda Fabia 1.4 2000 model. The power steering warning light keeps coming on and we cannot locate the reservoir.
How do I bleed the brakes on a Citroen C5? I have replaced the front caliper.
I have a Jaguar X-Type that has done 150k mls and has now suffered gearbox failure. Only gear possible is reverse. Costs to even have a look are expensive. Is a replacement gearbox available or even worth...
I shall be buying again in a few months. My no.1 priority is a great drive, then reliability. In addition, I need space for all my golf paraphernalia. I plan to spend between £10k and £15k, and my first...
I am in hospital recovering from twice-done hip replacement.
When I am discharged I will be taken from hospital by a friend and need to use a car with enough distance from the the front door hinge to however...
My VW Passat wouldn't move due to 'parking brake fault' and had to tow it to authorised VW dealer (Peter Cooper) as normal garages were not able to decipher the error code using their devices. I could...
Just received unsolicited phone call from National Accident Helpline. Had minor coming together with telegraph pole 4 days ago, enough damage to warrant insurance claim. I was alone, max speed of collision...
My car is in VGC but which mechanical/coolant/electricals should I have checked prior to crossing the Alps? The brakes are my number one task. Any advice will be most welcome.
Smart agent quoted £220 for new key & required two 80 mile round trips to verify details,order key and return to have key programmed. www.keyfobrepair.co.uk quoted £19.50 to replace the three micro switches...
Do you have an idea what "Check injection" could mean on a 2004 Renault Megane 1.9Dci 120? Its done 80k miles and at 79950 miles yesterday, the service light came on with that message then disappeared...
I have just bought based a Mercedes E Coupe 250 CDI 125 at the quoted list price £38855. I inspected similar models in the showroom but the car I purchased was not available for viewing. I was told that...
I have a Volkswagen Golf diesel, 5 years old.
The coolant level goes down from halfway between the two lines to an inch below minimum in 300 miles.
Maybe it started when I had a new timing belt and water...
Last night I filled up with petrol and was charged for 44 litres. It definitely read 0 before I started. I don't think my tank takes 44L as I often push it to the limit and have never put in more than...
I bought a new Mazda 3 in 2009. The vehicle has always been serviced on time and by the main dealer. At the third anniversary service the dealerships advised me that there was a noise coming from the gearbox....
Why does my diesel car sound as though there is a bag of nails rattling around when I start it? It was never like this for the first 5 years. The car is a Citroen 2.2 HDI, is 10 years old and done 70k...
I emailed you in May explaining to to that I got a parking ticket from UKPC. I parked in a disabled stop I had a disabled book but I must have forgotten to put it on, they could see it in my car anyway....
Recent articles in the press regarding a security flaw with late registered BMWs causes me concern. I've looked at the internet and there is a lot of information about vehicles being stolen by accessing...
I recently received a PCN but in the vehicle registration details, the make was shown correctly as an Audi, the colour was shown correctly as Silver BUT there were no details shown under Tax Disc or Expiry....
My VW Golf Mark IV 2003's timing belt has recently snapped (i know, should have been more attentive with the servicing) and we're wondering what to do. Speed was about 20mph at time of incident, stopped...
I am intending to sell my Lexus IS with integral SatNav, Sun Roof, (one of the last sold before the new model, so loaded with extras). WhatCar estimates £4,500? I have stroked the nearside front wing...
The garage is currently at a loss - getting the engine unit checked but wondered if you had any suggestions. My VW Golf 1.9TDI has been fantastic but recently been serviced and had timing belt changed...
I am selling my 2003 Renault Clio 1.4 Expression automatic (owned since new). I am looking to purchase a new, larger car with 5 doors and more BHP to transport four adults in comfort when required. I need...
In your 2005 Mazda MX5 review you stated that the 1.8 litre had a more comfortable ride over the 2.0 litre model with 17 inch wheels and sport suspension.I am thinking of buying a 1.8 2010 model which...
I seem to remember that the name of a website who took old cars for charitable purposes being included in the Motoring section of the Telegraph. Can you let me know what it was?
I am looking for a second car, just to get me to the station and back and for the occasional longer trip - could be to anywhere in UK though. I am looking for something a little fun such as the MINI, which...
I wondered if you can change the alternator belt tensioner on a 2001 Passat without removing the fan?
What price should I get for a 2011 (March - 5300 miles only) manual Freelander GS as a trade in against a new Porsche Boxter?
I do not want a hard ride so what wheel size is the best for the Porsche?
I'm considering buying a Honda Jazz but feel uneasy about having no spare wheel. I'm used to the idea that once a spare wheel has been fitted I am fully roadworthy again and can take the punctured tyre...
We currently drive a 2001/Y Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.8 and we are very pleased with the space and the comfort provided. As we are retiring shortly, we intend changing it in the next 6-9 months, probably...
Last month I purchased a new Ford S-MAX from GK Ford in Alfreton. When I returned home to Edinburgh and was reading the manual I realised there was no locking wheel nut socket in the car, making it impossible...
I am after a chain cam engined medium size car, preferably a hatchback. Could you recommend one for around £5000 if that is possible.
I have been advised that my car (Skoda Octavia) may be written off by the insurance company due to the age of the car (10 years old) and mileage (142000). It has a severely damaged wing which includes...
My 2005 Audi A3 2.0 tdi has a strange problem. In the morning when you pull away or when the car has been parked up for a bit and you pull away the traction control light on the dash flashes and the car...
I drive a 2003 Ford Focus and my batt light keeps coming on when I am either braking or steering, then the revs drop or it sometimes cuts out. I have just had some work done to the rear brakes and the...
I have 3 daughters who are learning to drive at the same time (heaven help me!)
We are about to buy a small economical car Group 1 or 2 insurance with low road tax for them to use and gain experience....
I bought 52 plate Focus TDCI and while driving it the glow plug light started coming on and flashing at 70mph - the engine cut out on a dual carriageway, so I pulled over with no power steering and stopped....
I have recently been made redundant and am planning on going to college after the summer.
As such I will no longer need my car and really can't afford (and don't need) to run it at the moment.
So I am...
I would like to know how much a garage will charge me for changing my anti freeze in my citroen Xanitia 1.8 8v 1993.
Its not a main dealer garage but a local garage.
Please tell me the avarage cost for...
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