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• new possible car 23 Dec 2008 (Forum)
  i'm thinking of getting rid of the fiesta zetec s for something else but i'm not really sure what to buy. I've got 7k ish, i want something fun to drive, at least as good to drive as the ZS. I mainly drive on motorways and a roads. I was think S2000 or Focus ST. But i'm not sure if they are a bit
• Peugeot 306 (1993 - 2001) - 98 1.9 DT - How much to have the head skimmed? 8 Dec 2008 (Forum)
  hi ,my head gasket went on my 306 dturbo s ,does anybody have a rough idea, what it will cost to have head skimmed ,and would you reccomend having it pressure tested ,thanks all !
• Nissan Micra (1992 - 2003) - 98 1.3 headlamp glass 29 Oct 2008 (Forum)
  I need to replace the headlamp glass in my Micra for the MOT. I've got another unit from a breakers yard so is it just a case of undoing the clips and...
• Mazda - 2000-2001 626 vs mondeo 9 Sep 2008 (Forum)
  If these cars were available at same price,mileage, and condition. Which should be the better buy? Looking to compare 626 2.0 sport against mondy 2.0 ghia. I like them both!! Looking through ads, 626´s seem slightly better body wise, or am I imagining that! Opinions please!
• Toyota MR2 (1990 to 2000) - T-Bar, any experiences ? 1 Aug 2008 (Forum)
  Getting my 205 cabrio ready for sale, a winter project, and starting to think of a replacement. Rather like the look of the old Mk2 MR2 T-Bar and there seem to be a few on e-bay around the £2k mark. Any of you guys have experience/advice to give on this car? s
• Ford Escort (1993 - 2000) - 1998 1.6 intermittent high beam flicker 20 Jul 2008 (Forum)
  Hi Guys, My ford escort 1.6 16v S reg has developed an intermittent flickering of the main beams when indicating and occasionally they flicker for no reason (I haven't touched the lever at all), what could this be? and is it easy to fix. Many thanks
• Poll on attitude in 2008 to salt under car. 26 Apr 2008 (Forum)
  Well, the salt has all gone, hopefully. ( but does it matter) What`s your approach to this? Do you have a good wash underneath and in the engine bay? How about valeters ? Does anyone request a wash underneath? Or is it all about polishing the top bit these days and a blind eye to the nether
• Renault Clio II (2001 - 2007) - 1.6 16v Privilege Tyres 9 Jan 2008 (Forum)
  Hi there, i have just bought a renault clio 1.6 16v, the tyre sizes are 185/55 r15 on alloy wheels. However, on the full size spare, there is a 195/55 r15. Am i able to fit 195's to my alloys? Thanks folks
• Citroen Xsara (1997 - 2004) - central locking 1 Dec 2007 (Forum)
  hi,the central locking on the n/s/rear door sometimes use to open or lock with the other doors when i used the remote.now though i can't get the door open at all.i've seen on a website, when buying a citroen,to check all the doors.is this a common fault?any idea's would be much appreciated.
• Peugeot 205 (1983 - 1997) - Front Wings 17 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  Time to do the front wings on the old dear something I had hoped to do last Spring. Ideally I will pick up a couple of white ones from a breaker. My question is are the wings/bonnet/valance from a 309 exactly the same as a 205 just in case there are no suitable 205 ones around ? s
• Peugeot 306 (1993 - 2001) - Stepper motor location / replacement? 13 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  Guys, Got a problem with the idle on my 306 (1.6 TU5 engine) - 1997. I want to replace the stepper motor but for the life of me I just cant seem to find it! Does anyone know where it's located on the TU5 1.6 engine?? Thanks all. Barry s
• Nissan Micra (1992 - 2003) - Tyres - Should I change them after five years ? 7 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  I have had the same four tyres on my Micra for over five years, they have done about 17,000 miles and are still legal. Would it be advisable to at least change the front two after this length of time. s
• BMW 3-Series E30 (1983 - 1991) - Replacing Rubber Mounting on rear axle 30 Aug 2007 (Forum)
  BMW 318is, 'H'(1990)Reg, 1800cc Hello, can anyone tell me if it possible to change the Rubber Mounting Bush on the N/S Rear Axel Support/Wheel Suspension, without complete removal of of the axel?....Thanks Ray
• S60 throttle problems 9 Aug 2007 (Forum)
  Hi Has anyone had problems regarding throttle body/positions on there s60's ? I've heard that Volvo no about this issue and are consequently taking back and cleaning them out which apparently sorts the problem out !! also its free of charge???? I've had the airflow meter changed as one
• 1997 Seat Toledo - Itermittant stopping 31 Jul 2007 (Forum)
  Got a Seat Toledo Sport (1997), It cuts out intermittantly, sometimes after a few miles and sometimes after 100's, theres not set patten to when and why. It re-starts after about 10 mins with no problem...any ideas?? {Car details added to header to make less vague, and for any forum searches
• Mondeo MK3 clunk 11 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  I have a 2005 MK3 Mondeo 2.0TDCi Zetec S - I've noticed a clunk/creak type noise at low speed pull away and deceleration. Sounds like it might come from the passenger door but maybe elsewhere. I've noticed other comments re engine mount problems but this car is less than 2 years old with only 20k
• Vauxhall Omega Problem 21 Dec 2006 (Forum)
  3.0L elite 98 S reg The problem is, As soon as the car warms up to 95 degrees the engine cuts out and will not start until its cooled right down. Please any help asap, its the father in laws car and he's using my polo until its fixed and im afraid his right foot is going to kill it. Many thanks
• "new car" 10 Oct 2006 (Forum)
  Found an old style Honda Civic 2.0 5 door Type S,only 10 miles,first reg jan06 on a 55 plate.Trouble is the guides only show this vehicle being made up to 04.So what am I missing? has it been sat round somewhere for two years or was there a stock of these things or could it have been made late
• travelling tonight 26 May 2006 (Forum)
  Southampton to Goole tonight, leaving 15:45 , heading M3 A34 A43 M1 M18. Where are the major holdups likely to be ? I assume things will have quietened down by the time I get to Notts / S Yorks. Normally I do this run on a Saturday morning and it takes just over four hours. Is it worth
• Help new Mondeo 2.5 engine needed! 2 May 2006 (Forum)
  The brother in law has done the unbelieveable and managed to seize the engine in his Mondeo 2.5 zetec-s(2001 my),we are having a great deal of trouble sourcing a used one anywhere,a new one from ford is approx £1700!.Can anybody advise us where we could get one.Thanks