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• Passat TDI 110 Auto 8 Jan 2006 (Forum)
  the S and SE model. Thanks
• 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
• 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
• Cadillac cars with diesel engines. 4 Mar 2004 (Forum)
  \"General Motors, the world\'s largest car company, is preparing to take Europe by storm by introducing diesel engines into its luxury models. General Motors is planning to produce Cadillac cars with diesel engines in a move that should make the luxurious American marquee more appealing
• paying for a car privately 29 Feb 2004 (Forum)
  Hi Could someone tell me the best way of paying for a private car It\'s £15K so I don\'t want to carry that sort of money around in my pocket. The dilema is i can leave say a £200 deposit cash & the rest by cheque but then I have to wait for the car until the cheque clears etc. What pitfalls
• Don\'t complain about your next speeding 11 Feb 2004 (Forum)
  HELSINKI, Finland - Police gave a record $216,900 speeding ticket to a millionaire under a system in which traffic fines are linked to an offender\'s income. Rest of report in the \"Speeding (mostly excl cameras) XII\" thread. DD http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/forum/post/index.htm?t=19795&m
• '86-'94 Jaguars and TD tyres 19 Nov 2003 (Forum)
  Can someone please tell me whether the not-too-successful Dunlop TD tyres fitted to early 'XJ40' Jaguars were abandoned when the 4.0/3.2 litre engines were introduced - or was it done when the catalytic converter was fitted as standard? i.e. were some non-cat 4.0's produced with inch-sized wheels
• Service reminder reset - Astra 10 Nov 2003 (Forum)
  I have a 98\' Astra. Where the milage counter is a warning comes up for a couple of seconds when a service is required when the car is turned on. I\'ve had the service done but they didn\'t reset it for me. It\'s not a major problem just one of those annoying things. Any ideas how to reset
• size matters, ramblings 22 Aug 2003 (Forum)
  Why do small people choose big cars, when they can hardly see over the steeing wheel. Why do guys well over 6ft go down the M4 in VW lupo's or Toyota Yaris. Why do fragile looking young women drive 4x4's? What happened to The Doctors car, one titled lady owner etc?