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Is their any intel as to if this is correct and how one goes about challenging TFL? Their checker suggests “ we’ll tell at the next stage”, but then doesn’t! [Read more →]( [Should I avoid the ETG gearbox in the Citroen C1?]( Posted by on 12 September, 2023 I am thinking of buying a used Citroen C1 auto but have read the ETG gearbox is best avoided. Do you agree? Do you know why? [Read more →]( [Should I be concerned about a car that has sat unsold on a forecourt for five months?]( Posted by on 12 September, 2023 I've seen a nice Lexus at Hilton Garage near Derby. It's been for sale with them for 5 months... but it's reasonably priced! Should I be concerned? [Read more →]( [Do new cars make more sense now used prices are so high?]( Posted by on 12 September, 2023 In years gone by I would regularly buy new cars, but having got into Options, a type of lease purchase, I decided new cars were a waste of money. Now with used car prices being so high is buying new a better bet ? [Read more →]( [How do I clean a gearbox oil spill on a brick driveway?]( Posted by on 12 September, 2023 My car has leaked some automatic gear box oil on my brick drive. Any suggestions as how to remove, please? [Read more →]( [Can I update the TomTom in my Renault Scenic?]( Posted by on 12 September, 2023 I am having serious trouble with my Tom Tom built in sat nav on my Renault Scenic 1.9 DCI 2010 Privilege. Can these SD cards be updated to ensure the maps are currently up to date for the U.K.? - and if so - where can I find these updates? Also - in order to get back home we had to use the girlfriends smart phone to get us back(which seemed much sharper and more precise) -would this phone/sat nav guidance system be better as it is internet based? I would presume the built in car Tom Tom sat nav is run on GPS signals? Could you advise me the best system possible - please? [Read more →]( [Why is my new car taking so long to arrive?]( Posted by on 11 September, 2023 I put a deposit down in early March for a new Kia Niro was told it would be a four month wait. Despite regular calls to the dealership there is no sign of the car at present. The dealer just says it is beyond their control. Is this normal? [Read more →]( [Is it worth spending £6000 to repair my nine-year-old Mercedes-Benz?]( Posted by on 11 September, 2023 My 2014 Mercedes C220 Estate, mileage 95k, needs a partial engine rebuild which is estimated at £6k. Is it worth doing? [Read more →]( [What is the battery life in my Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid?]( Posted by on 11 September, 2023 I have had a Hyundau Ioniq hybrid since new, its 4 years old and has done 56,600 miles (mainly medium/long distance). How long will it last? I think Hyundai increased the batteries warranty to life. As petrol/electric hybrids are a relatively new thing, just wondering if to keep it or to upgrade, [Read more →]( [Where can I find a replacement wiper motor for a Hyundai Terracan?]( Posted by on 11 September, 2023 I own a 55 plate Hyundai Terracan, the engine is beautiful and purrs or so I am told, so it's not a vehicle I want to scrap as it's used for winter travel to my horses. My issue is the windscreen wiper motor for the front wipers has failed on me a couple of times and made me nervous of using the truck. My mechanic has done what he can but has said it really needs a new motor. I've tried Hyundai dealers and they have told me the part is discontinued. I've written several times to Hyundai Customer Services who basically just offer no help whatsoever. I've tried looking at 2nd hand and have basically nearly been the victim of a scam and ripped off. Surely Hyundai have some duty to help owners of they vehicles to keep them on the road? [Read more →]( [How often should I change the spark plugs on my car?]( Posted by on 10 September, 2023 I have a 30,000 mile 2018 BMW X2. How often should I change the spark plugs ? [Read more →]( You received this email because you signed up to our mailing list. If you’re not interested in receiving our newsletter any more, you can: [Edit your subscription]( | [Unsubscribe]( Honestjohn.co.uk 5 New Street Square London United Kingdom EC4A 3TW