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  • citroen service intervals ????? 30 Jun 2004 (Forum)
    Got an s reg xsara, how long over a service interval is ok regarding oil filters etc. How many miles over would be ok 100 1000 5000miles???? xsaras need 12500 between service. may just go to national 4 a cheap oil change
  • Off roader tyres to fit a Terrano 8 Jun 2004 (Forum)
    I have a Terrano 2 diesel automatic. Now, original fit Pirellis do not last long but grip well. I tried a pair of General Grabber AP\'s which last forever but don\'t grip. Any suggestions for a compromise tyre?
  • M25 Signs 3 Jun 2004 (Forum)
    Just seen some new signs on the M25, I saw them between j11 - j10 anti clock. Blue and white M25 B 75.8 M25 B 75.3 They are counting down, in .5's (tho there was a .4 gap) New kilometre markings? they are very visible and quite large.
  • vectra estate noise 23 Apr 2004 (Forum)
    got a horrible dull thumping noise that comes from the o/s rear every time i go over a bump or pot hole ,it sounds like i have something heavy in the boot moving about .ive looked underneath and there is nowt loose?? your veiws please
  • Aircon/Burning smell - Honda Accord 19 Mar 2004 (Forum)
    After the car (Honda Accord) has been running for a while (20 minutes plus) there is a distinct burning smell coming into the car when the aircon is on, but not when the normal heater/fan are on. It\'s a sort of an electrical burning smell. Anyone know what this could be?
  • Autoglym Lifeshine 13 Feb 2004 (Forum)
    I quote:- "The Autoglym Lifeshine system offers a unique and realistic opportunity to keep your car in top condition for as long as you own it, up to...
  • Rover Diesel Engines 10 Feb 2004 (Forum)
    Does anybody know what make of 2lt. DTI diesel will be in an S registered Rover 620 SDI? The top of the engine is heavily shrouded which makes identifing the engine manufacturer difficult. Handbook says Rover, but I suspect it is originated by either Peugeot, Citroen or Perkins. Any ideas?
  • Correct spelling of place names? 8 Oct 2003 (Forum)
    Road maps give the spelling of a village near Mablethorpe in Lincolnshire as Theddlethorpe St Helen, but local road signs have an "s" added at the end, i.e. Theddlethorpe St Helens. Which is correct, and who is the definitive authority on the spelling of place names? L'escargot by name
  • hesitation on zetec escort R reg 17 Sep 2003 (Forum)
    Hi, Have a problem with my escort 97R, it hesitates between 2 to 3k revs when cold and accelerating, this happens intermittently, I\'ve changed the plugs but this is still happening, occasionally it happens when it\'s hot but not very often, Any ideas? thanks
  • Whats it worth please ??? 16 Sep 2003 (Forum)
    1994 Astra Turbo diesel hatchback, car has a genuine 30,000 miles backed up by mot`s and service history . The car has had one owner from new , im trying to find the price out for a good friend of mine . Can anyone assist please ???
  • Diesel Mondeo 8 Apr 2003 (Forum)
    Read the "car by car" breakdown on the mondeo diesel and was worried to see 35 mpg quoted in some instances. How have people found the car generally and economy wise? Friend is thinking of getting one as a company car, the other alternative is a Passat 2.0 s petrol. Any thoughts on the above
  • Question for HonestJohn 3 Dec 2002 (Forum)
    Hi, Mind I ask if your 2.0 Mondeo had the new or old engine? I think the new engine is from S-reg onwards but not 100% sure. Also, can you confirm if the new 2.0 engine has hydraulic tappets or mechanical tappets? Thank you very much, Garrison
  • Renault Clio Price? 1 Sep 2002 (Forum)
    Hi, I am trying to sell my 1998 S, Renault Clio Grande 3 door with full service history and 37,000 miles, 12 months MOT and 6 months tax, could you give me some idea to what it is worth to sell privately? Thanks, Oldtimer
  • BMW central locking relay 19 Jun 2002 (Forum)
    My '92 518's rear offside door no longer "centrally locks"; the solenoid doesn't click. I've taken the door panel off (!) and everthing looks intact. Can anyone tell me if there is a relay for the central locking and if so where I can find it?
  • my Yaris is coming... 14 Apr 2002 (Forum)
    Glad to let you know the best things in life are worth waiting for! RRG Rochdale rang to say the delivery of my new Chilli Red S Yaris VVTi will be on the 16th April... Why am I so excited? Do I need to get out more?
  • BBC2 V CH4 8 - 9 pm Thursdays 26 Feb 2002 (Forum)
    Thursday 8pm onwards. The BBC is copying CH4's Deals on Wheels by the sounds of it. 1 hour of car progs on each of the channels at the same time. Top gear struggles to fill 30 mins, how will the beeb cope ? Alex
  • Noisy Air Con Compressor 23 Feb 2002 (Forum)
    The air con compressor on my Astra 1.6 16V 1997 has developed a noise a bit like an old fridge. I have stopped using the A/C as a precaution. Does this...
  • New VW Golf this year? 15 Aug 2001 (Forum)
    I've heard rumours that VW are restyling the Golf later this year. Is this true? If so is it a major revamp? I was about to import a new 1.6 SE but I'm...
  • 2004 Audi A6 Avant 1.9 - Various Issues on PD130 engine 23 Apr 2023 (Forum)
    on cruise control at 70 on the motorway, the mpg will sometimes drop into the late 20's, then randomly back into the early 50's. There is also white smoke on tickover from the exhaust and a strong smell of diesel. I've been led to beleive this is most likely worn injectors but what are people's thoughts
  • Are Peugeot 107 and Toyota Aygo tailgates the same? 14 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
    Will a Toyota Aygo tailgate fit a Peugeot 107?
 

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