Chain reaction

I own a 6-year old Honda Accord estate. It's due for a service and has done 44,000 miles. The dealer says it needs the cam belt changing although this is not due until 75,000 miles. Does it need doing?...

Saab engines - belt or chain?

Does the SAAB 2003 Convertible have a timing chain or timing belt; NB after a 2007 model Any problems to look out for?

Problematic Corsa

I purchased a Vauxhall Corsa on finance from world of cars Newton Abbot. I have had nothing but trouble with it and everytime something goes wrong it is not covered by the warranty, even though I paid...

MINI Issues

Has BMW addressed the widespread previous issues with the current (latest) Mini models: 1 - Very thin windscreen Glass that cracks easily prompting replacement screen. 2- Timing chain rattles. Considering...

Ford Maverick timing chain rattle

When I start my Ford Marvierick in the morning I hear a noise coming from the front of the engine. When I put my foot down on the gas the noise will stop, and it will only continue when the car slows...

Timing belt problems

I may just be unlucky but it seems I am experiencing (by proxy - my son is the driver of these vehicles, but bank of Mum & Dad is involved) two cases of engine damage/destruction by timing chain/belt failures...

Does the Mercedes-Benz SL320 have a timing chain or cam belt?

I am thinking of replacing my ageing MGB roadster with a Mercedes-Benz SL320. I have been told that these cars have a timing chain rather than a cam belt. I have queried this with my local Mercedes-Benz...

What should I look for when buying a W123 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?

I am considering the purchase of a 1978 Mercedes-Benz W123 model. This car has only completed a genuine 27,000 miles from new. It is offered with all of the service invoices together with all the MOTs....

Why is our 2007 Nissan X-Trail rattling on start-up?

We bought a Nissan X-Trail Columbia on a 2007 plate last year and we have found that on start-up the engine sounds like a bag of spanners. This lasted for at least four or five miles but now seems to last...

Which Toyota Avensis diesels have a timing belt?

Which of the Avensis D-4D diesel engines does not have a timing belt? I fancy one, but I've had enough of worrying about the belt change on other cars I've owned.