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• Pipelinecard.org 24 Mar 2006 (Forum)
  takes place online, it?s free, but of course they want your email address. If this is legit then good luck to him ? your thoughts and experiences welcome.
• Can a child own a car (a real one)? 4 Mar 2006 (Forum)
  by their parent(s).
• Passat TDI 110 Auto 8 Jan 2006 (Forum)
  the S and SE model. Thanks
• New Ford Focus Rust Proofing 14 Dec 2005 (Forum)
  Does anybody know what sort of rust proofing is given to the new Focus. ??? I have just received a full Focus brochure from Ford and checked out H.J`s car x car guide, but nowhere does it mention what measures Ford undertakes (e.g. galvanizing) to prevent the dreaded tin worm. !!!!
• DIY cylinder-compression gauges 7 Nov 2005 (Forum)
  Does anybody know how accurate DIY cylinder-compression gauges are? Mine was showing around 200 psi on all my Metro cylinders a few weeks (about 500...
• VW central lock 17 Sep 2005 (Forum)
  There a problem with my VW polo central locking pump. I have got one from the scrap yard, however, just wondering anyone know the wiring for it? eg, which colour wire to which number? there is 6 plug and 6 wire together, but i'm unsure which one go to which. Hope someone can help. (polo, 98 S
• GB Sticker 10 Jul 2005 (Forum)
  What?s the rule with with the GB sticker when taking a car around Europe? Do you need the sticker if your car has the new European style reg plates? I?ve got shot of my tatty old 605 for a smart, shiny, silver 406 and I don?t really want to slap that horrible big GB on it... Cheers, Dave.
• Do I need DSC and Limited slip diff? 6 Jul 2005 (Forum)
  I'm thinking of buying a Mini Cooper S convertible, but don't know whether to have Dynamic Stability Control (Automatic Stability Control is standard) and limited slip differential. I am going to enjoy the sharp handling, but will not be pushing the car to it's absolute limit. What
• Ford Escort CLX 1992 shifting problem 1 Apr 2005 (Forum)
  My 92 CLX escort has a tough time shifting from 3rd to 2nd. The gears bump and grind. If the RPM?s are under 1K then I can usually manage it. I have heard it might be the synchros. Any ideas? Any one heard that using a different tranny fluid viscosity will help? satgale@wwdb.org
• Ford Ka Stalling 16 Mar 2005 (Forum)
  Hi there, R reg Ford Ka, keeps stalling under braking - even lightly. Starts again no problem on starter motor. Seems to idle a bit roughly as well,...
• Octavia VS C Max 19 Feb 2005 (Forum)
  We are thinking of swapping our Honda CRV petrol auto, for a Skoda Octavia Diesel auto or the C Max diesel auto. Has anyone got any opinions? Must be automatic...
• New Fiat 500 4 Dec 2004 (Forum)
  Anyone seen the picture of the new Fiat 500 in "Test Drive" magazine, car to be launched in 2006. has all the cuteness of the 1960's 500 but looks much more solid and safe. While I'm here, would like to say I enjoy this relatively new mag, especially their constant support for the Honda Jazz, my
• New Old Golf 6 Nov 2004 (Forum)
  Doing the rounds of the local VW dealers on Friday to find a replacement for my mum's Corolla I was asked if I would consider a new Golf V 105 TDi S without aircon. This would be the older pre aircon car but desirablke nonetheless. Seems the dealer has bought 50 of them from VW. Any idea of true
• Mazda 626..er..Timing Belt 9 Sep 2004 (Forum)
  Morning all, What is it with me and timing belts? I'm obsessed. Anyway, I would be very grateful for help with regards to the above. It's an S reg but only done 40k so I would like to know: a) The official figure for a change b) The recommended one which all of you will suggest. Many
• Water leak in peugeot 406 28 Jun 2004 (Forum)
  I have an S reg. peugeot 406 1.8 L and find that rainwater is collecting in the front passenger foot-well - gallons of it. I have today cleared about 20 litres. There is no sign of any water coming past the door seals and no obvious signs of ingress elsewhere. It is worse when parked nose down
• RAC increases! 20 Jun 2004 (Forum)
  I have just had a letter from RAC inviting me to pay approximately 11.5% more for my breakdown service this year and I\'m happy to pay this if my gaffer responds with a suitable pay rise for yours truly,I\'m sure it won\'t be a problem he\'s a decent fella and I need my car to get into work
• Focus or Astra? 21 May 2004 (Forum)
  That time has come again where it s time to replace the motor. Ive currently got a 97 R Astra 1,7 TDS F-type. Ive narrowed the choices down to a G-Type astra 1.6 or a Focus zetec 1.6, both about V/X reg. Any hints tips or general reccomendaations anyone can give me? cheers guys, Nick
• speed wobbles! Vauxhall Astra 20 May 2004 (Forum)
  I\'m getting a lot of vibration/speed wobble at about 65-70 mph, my car had a front end shunt about 18 months ago and a friend suggested I might need to get it \"jigged\"? Also suggestions for uneven tyre wear? What does \"jigged\" involve? It\'s a front wheel drive Astra. Phil
• Omega fan 16 Apr 2004 (Forum)
  I've had a bit of a squeak for some time from the front of the engine. Today, after a long run, the fan(s) continued for a bit after I'd switched off, and I realised the noise was still there, so I now know the cause. Is it i) something I should worry about or ii) something that a quick squirt
• Omega 2.0CD Estate Automatic. 7 Apr 2004 (Forum)
  S reg, can\'t remember which year. 130,000 miles. Full service history to 110,000 when it had all the belts done. Bit of history since then, but not much. Loads of MOT and stuff. No known problems, no damage or rust. Can anybody give me a clue as to value ? I looked on the Trader and to be honest