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• FIAT Uno (1983 - 1994) - Headlight Removal (1994 model) 20 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  Hi, I'm trying to remove a headlight on a 1994 Uno. Nothing like the description in the Haynes manual (I suspect the instructions are for an older model:-( ). Anyone got any ideas? s
• Ford - Ka (yr 2000) - hard to change gear 8 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  Any idea why my sister's 2000 Ford Ka is very reluctant to change gear -particularly between 4th and 5th. It takes a mighty shove to make it change. Any ideas? S
• A follow up to the Top 50 flops. 23 Jun 2007 (Forum)
  This time is the claim to fame of what are considered to be the 50 ugliest conveyances to hit our roads: http://tinyurl.com/2fx7d5 Some examples are less than five years old..... - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - What\'s for you won\'t pass you by
• ford ka - removing the oil cap? 7 May 2007 (Forum)
  Help how do i get the oil cap off a Ford Ka S reg, to top up the oil the manual said twist but it does not twist, there is a joint but pipes are attached. the yellow cap does not twist.
• vectra steering rack leaking fluid 22 Mar 2007 (Forum)
  I have a 97 vectra that as suddenly started losing fluid out of the nearside gaiter could anyone let me know if this is repairable or does the rack need to be replaced I would be grateful for any comments on this thank`s......
• Volvo 440 12 Mar 2007 (Forum)
  Looking for a bangernomics car, and these seem to be incredibly cheap- £400 for a car with 12months mot, some tax, mid 90's and lots of toys. Any downsides? TIA, Alex. -- Dr Alex Mears MG BGT 1971 If you are in a hole stop digging...unless you are a miner.
• New Toyota Yaris 14 Jan 2006 (Forum)
  Any BRoomers bought one of these new Yaris as yet, - have been waiting for H.J`s test drive appraisal and was wondering if that was on the near horizon or not??? Test reports from some of the motoring magazines have commented positively, but slated the very high pricing.
• 21 November auction report 23 Nov 2005 (Forum)
  Pendragon?s Stratstone outlets had a couple of Cadillac 4.6 STS models and both sold. The 85k mile 2000W in the photo made £4,500 and another with 69k on a 1999V £4,050. COORRR!!! What a lot of car for your money. Bargain of the century?
• valuation discrepancy 10 Oct 2005 (Forum)
  Why are there such large discrepancies amongst car valuation guides? Car is 1998 S BMW 750iL with 70k. Parkers Private - £10,275 Whatcar Private - £13,291 A discrepancy of £3,016. That's a lot of cash...Any recommendations about which guide is closest to the TRUE MARKET VALUE? Thanks!
• Government motoring help website 1 Aug 2005 (Forum)
  The following website, which I've just come across whilst seeking information on another matter, may prove of interest with motoring problems or queries: http://www.direct.gov.uk/Motoring/fs/en - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - What\'s for you won\'t pass you by
• Which? Reliability survey - Vol 1. 18 Aug 2004 (Forum)
  Well I thought JaB would be here with this first. Anyone care to comment on today\'s report in which Alfa has moved up the reliability scale whilst VAG, BMW and Merc have hit the bottom?
• Tyre review 12 Jan 2004 (Forum)
  Can anyone tell me where i can get a good review of tyres. i am looking to fit a new set of tyres, but with so many on offer, i find it difficult to find...
• cost of running cars over a set milage 29 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  does anyone know where to find out the cost to run diffrent models of cars, in terms of servicing, cost of spares etc. something like a lease company would...
• vauxhall astra alarm 13 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  The alarm on my S reg astra sometimes does 4 quick beeps after I have turned the car off and opened the door. Dealer says "problem with ECU" but my previous experience is that this is code for "we have no idea". Any help out there ?
• Bumper dent removal 8 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  Son now has an ostrich egg size dent in the corner of his 'S' Astra plastic bumper. He is of the opinion that if he applies heat to the rear of the dent then the plastic will become pliable and he can then push the dent out. Possible???????? DVD
• Insurance categories 19 Jan 2003 (Forum)
  Found this on another website, it's a listing for the insurance views on postcodes in the UK. Makes interesting reading, and although I'm sure it's not a definitive list, the postcodes I know seem well reflected. http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=22869 Lee.
• Diesel or petrol BMW 20 Aug 2002 (Forum)
  I do about 9k miles per year. I intend to buy a 1994 or 1995 5 series BMW, but don't know whether to go for a 525td(s) or a 520i petrol...is it worth paying the extra for a diesel given my low annual mileage?
• mpv auctions 27 Feb 2002 (Forum)
  can anyone help please. i`m looking for a mpv, sharan alhambra, galaxy and want to by from auction. can anyone assist as to waht auction house/location specialises in mpv`s of this type. I`m after ex motability or similair. thanks in advance
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• What has happened to Honest John 18 Mar 2024 (Forum)
  Really miss HJ s weekly column in the Saturday Telegraph and I still have a copy of his “ Motoring Answers” But is anyone still in touch with him since he retired to Thailand where he was driving round in his Honda Fit ?