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• proton - Why have Proton failed to get established? 7 May 2013 (Forum)
  A Query, why have Proton failed to establish themselves in the UK? Are they established in mainland Europe? What is the set up with Proton UK? Do they import themselves or do they have an agent acting on their behalf? I presume their cars are generally reliable
• Fresh Air 1 Feb 2012 (Forum)
  In the good old days (1980s) I used to drive Vauxhalls and the centre face vent was connected to the outside air. I could have toasty warm feet, demisted windscreen and cold air to breathe and keep me awake. Climate control, air con etc are all wonderful and I would not be without them
• Citroen xsara 1998 1.4 - Scary Steering Problem 6 Jun 2011 (Forum)
  My old nieghbour`s xsara has devolped a strange steering problem I have never come across. Driving in a straight line the car will suddenly turn to the right or left even though the steering wheel is central. After correcting the direction it continues to drive straight
• BMW 1-Series E82 coupe (2008 - ) - Ultra Low Mileage Coupe 10 Oct 2009 (Forum)
  Have seen a 1' series coupe for sale at a BMW dealer,ex central BMW stock,9 months old but with just 300 miles on the clock.does this mean the car has been stuck in a compound for 6-7 months in all weather,hence the low mileage?.
• Is cow saliva corrosive? 7 Jul 2009 (Forum)
  Was stationary in a herd of Fresians a few weeks back. End of Old Coal Pit lane (A5270) near Buxton. The usual gentle jostling and occasionally worried that an elderly cow was going to end up on the bonnet. A few beasts licked the car and now am amazed that it seems to have damaged the paintwork
• Best time to buy? 30 Dec 2008 (Forum)
  I am currently looking around to buy my next car. Would it be better to buy now as dealers will want to clear old stock before part ex's arrive with the coming plate change or wait a few weeks and try and pick up a part ex traded in for a new plate? Any advice welcome (I'm looking to spend 6 - 7k
• James May - light, fast, economical challenge 5 Jul 2008 (Forum)
  Anyone got any suggestions for a new engine + old bodyshell challenge? I reckon a Renault Supercinq 1.7 Monaco with a 1.5 dCi engine, chipped to 120ish bhp, would do the job nicely. Does anyone fancy building one? I can't find a Monaco but I have found a suitable looking GTX as a donor car.
• driving habits 2 Jul 2008 (Forum)
  call me old fashioned if you must, but there`s a growing number of drivers not bothering to indicate their intentions, especially at roundabouts. not so bad when i`m in my car, but when i`m in my lorry i can`t pull away sharpish when some clown leaves his right hand indicator on when exiting
• FIAT Punto II (1999 - 2006) - 2001 1.2 petrol : Emissions warning light 9 Apr 2008 (Forum)
  This warning light (yellow) has come on . The car has 112000 kilometres, spark plugs are two years old (35000 kms), oil/filter changed 10000 kms ago. I'll get it to FIAT next week. Any ideas what it is ?? Thanks a lot
• Toyota Corolla (1992 - 1997) - 1995 1331cc - Immobiliser query 19 Jan 2008 (Forum)
  I have recently bought a 1995 Toyota Corolla Kudos Plus 1331 cc. The lady I bought it off told me that the immobiliser does not work. I need to fit a new battery to the vehicle. My concern is if I disconnect the old battery will the immobiliser 'kick in' and then will I be unable to start
• Renault Laguna III -Bit disappointing to look at? 10 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  I have been looking at the new Laguna as a possible replacement. I am sure it's a far better car than the old model in many ways but it looks a bit dull. Ugly even. Maybe it will grow on me. Not sure the 1.5dCi engine will be a good match - the 2.0dCi would be my choice. Anyone else seen it yet?
• Advice Needed 1 Jan 2007 (Forum)
  Hi all I am now forced to have another est car or van ,( due to the insurance company writing mine off ) question is choice what one I need it to carry 3 Dobermans and use every day , also motorway driving . which est is best value for money but about 2-4 years old and on finance . The sales
• cityrover ?? any good? 27 Sep 2006 (Forum)
  my father has gone gone out and purchased a 2 year old city rover its not what i would have suggested , but thats what he wanted what am i to expect to find ? are they reasonble cars? what goes wrong and where do we get parts when it does go wrong does it share its running gear with anything
• Which small diesel? 31 Aug 2006 (Forum)
  Hi, Can forum members give any advice to best small diesel car? Like the look of the Citroen C3 and Skoda Fabia, need something that fits a 6'3 tall driver, nice to drive and comfortable. Long term reliability is important as I will probably buy used 3 to 4 years old and keep to high mileage. Any
• Cigarette lighter install - Pug 106 24 Aug 2006 (Forum)
  Hi, My car is quite old (94 Pug 106), so doesn't have a cigarette lighter. I'd like to have an aftermarket one fitted, but don't know if this is possible, as never heard of it before. This is to enable me to charge my phone. Does anyone know if this is possible to DIY, have fitted, or an idea
• Another Fifth Gear thread 30 May 2006 (Forum)
  car from having it's plate stolen. As well as how airbags are made and tested, along with seeing if a 10 yr old Rover's airbag would still work - it did.
• Ford mondeo- washer jet 26 May 2006 (Forum)
  well the rear washer jet seems to have stopped working on the mondeo. I investigated the cause and it turns out that the water in the rear seems to be collecting in the boot rather than washing the screen. Now would you expect this to be covered under warranty on a 16month old car? Ford seem
• fair wear and tear 2002 fiesta diesel 29 Mar 2006 (Forum)
  My Fiesta 2002 Diesel just failed its MOT for split lower arm bushes, after 44,000 miles and cost me £250 parts and labour.. Does anyone think this is fair wear and tear on a 4 year old car? As I do not. I am thinking of writing to Ford to complain but wanted a second opinion first.
• Saab Converible roof problem 9 Dec 2005 (Forum)
  Anyone else got a problem with their convertible roof? Mine is only 18 months old 12,000 miles but the roof is badly marked from the inside with the pile being rubbed off. So far Saab is denying responsibility but to me its clearly a design/build fault. I had no such problems on my previous car
• Dent removal - Woking area 2 Dec 2005 (Forum)
  Hi, My wifes 2 month old Jazz has had someone conveniently open their door onto her car and leave a dent, plus some scratches, all in area of an 1-1.5 inches. Looking around for a cheap way of fixing this and I found Chipsaway. Anyone used ChipsAway in Woking and what's your feeling