The Honda Civic is a great small car that does well for years. However, like all second-hand cars it is prone to some faults across different makes and models. Servicing and replacement Honda parts are easy to find, which helps keep maintenance simple and affordable. If you are considering buying one of these little run arounds, what are the warning signs you need to be wary of when taking it for a test drive?
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In winter everything seems to slow down. From the pace of work to your desire to get down the gym and lose weight. This sluggishness can also impact your car’s ability to get started.
Engines and vehicles require a reasonable degree of heat for good functioning and frost and coldness are often major obstacles in generating the energy your vehicle needs to get out of the blocks. If you’re having trouble and suffering starting issues the advice in this article will help you get up and get moving for some winter driving.
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The Honda Jazz is a practical and easy to run city car that is popular amongst the older generation with its comfortable and roomy cabin. Although it’s an expensive purchase new, this car still makes a good second hand run-around and is a good choice for someone who wants both space and urban manoeuvrability. Maintenance is straightforward too, with genuine Honda parts easy to find and reasonably priced.
If you’re looking at potentially purchasing one of these cars, then you’ll want to watch out for the following warning signs that the vehicle is suffering from a well-known and widely reported issue.
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The Mini Cooper is one of the best-known vehicles on the road and a real iconic symbol of the English attitude and ingenuity towards car design. From the classic versions that took the world by storm in the Paris to Dakar rallies of yesteryear through to the redesigned new school cars on the road today, this is a vehicle that makes a statement.
However, the Mini is far from perfect. There are a number of common faults that can occur with Mini parts that could cost a considerable amount of money to fix. In this article we explore some of the common issues that could act as a bit of a red flag when it comes to purchasing a second-hand model.
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The iconic VW Golf certainly needs no introduction. This clever little compact sporty vehicle has been a mainstay of the German manufacturer for decades. However, like all mass produced vehicles, it is not without its faults. Fortunately, genuine VW spares are easy to find, which helps keep running costs low even for older models.
Are you thinking of buying a VW Golf second hand that has been produced after 1997? Although we’d definitely recommend this as one of the more sensible and astute moves you can make as a choice of vehicle, we’d always recommend that you perform the following standard checks to ensure you’re not purchasing a problem with your new car.
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There’s no doubt about it, the Mercedes E-Class is a great vehicle that still looks good today and it’s one of those cars that you’ll be proud to drive around without the ostentatious showy-ness of a sports car. You can pick up some real bargains on the second hand dealer circuit, but what’s the best way to be sure that you’re not picking up a lemon?
In this article we give you a breakdown of some of the most common issues, helping you avoid serious difficulties and problems with your purchase. Fortunately, replacement Mercedes parts are easy to source, which helps keep these luxury models running smoothly for years.
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You might think that it’s not worth keeping your car clean in the winter as you’re simply going to pick up more dirt and damage. However, leaving the salty, wet residue of slush on your car can actually cause corrosion to the paint and bodywork. Even though the thought of cleaning and washing your car in the cold can be a bit of a turn off, there are definitely advantages to being proactive.
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The BMW is one of the most iconic cars on the British roads. With many variations and affiliations over the years the 3 series is without question one of the best known models. With a history reaching back to 1975, this is the German manufacturer’s best-selling vehicle accounting for 30% of their annual turnover.
Winning various awards over its lifetime the 3 series has seen a number of incarnations including 2 door sports coupes and 5 door station wagons. There is a supercharged version of the vehicle available known as the M3. With this many cars rolling off the production line, there are always going to be a few faults reported in various models. So if you have a 3 series, what should you be on the lookout for?
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Drive a Mercedes C-Class and you’ll certainly get noticed. These sophisticated German cars are definitely one of the nicest cars in which to travel with well decorated interiors, which let you sink into comfort on those long journeys. And when you’re embarking on those big trips you’ll also enjoy the well weighted suspension.
They are also surprisingly cost effective runners too, especially when compared with BMWs and other high end motors, but there are a number of common faults that appear across the range. Fortunately, genuine Mercedes spares are easy to source, which helps keep maintenance costs manageable even for older C-Class models.
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Servicing your car is not as difficult as you might think. There are plenty of small jobs you can do yourself and there’s loads of information in your owner’s manual, telling you about the service window. Many jobs will need to be completed periodically after a set number of miles.
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