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I have just bought a used Ford Galaxy 2.0 diesel. The dealer was unsure if it was a cam belt or chain and also doesn't know when it should be serviced. Can you help?
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When booking my car in for its two-year service I was advised to have my air conditioning re-gassed and seal changed. It would cost £60 - should I do it?
My son has a 2007 Ford Focus with 36,000 miles on the clock. A few months ago the oil light came on and oil leaked everywhere. The car was towed to a Ford garage where it has been serviced annually and...
I have a motor home based on a Peugeot Boxer 2.2. It is now 12 months old and has done 3500 miles - all trips of 50 miles plus. The dealer has told me that it only requires an engine service every two...
I have tested and driven a 2008 Volvo V70 2.4D for sale with 43,000 miles on the clock and an asking price of £9850. The car is in excellent condition, two recorded owners since new and a stamped service...
I purchased a new Fiat 500 TwinAir Lounge at the beginning of March. The dealer kindly 'offered' to book me in for an oil change at 900 miles for the generous fee of £30. This is not an oil change that...
I have tested and driven a 2008 Volvo V70 2.4D for sale with 43,000 and an asking price of £9850. The car is in excellent condition, but has missed a service. Should I still buy it?
Can you tell me if my 2006 Ford Mondeo has a cam belt?
I have been charged £409 plus labour for a replacement n/s drive shaft in my 2008 Toyota Verso. Is this reasonable?
 

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