Lee01

2006 onwards Fabia/ Polo or Ibiza. Estates are very practical IMO. I've only experience with 1.9TDi and 1.6TDi ones but both were totally reliable in my ownership. SE trim is a good trim level which is known as a MkII Fabia 3 on early MkII Fabias which confuses some people. Look out for cheap limited/ special edition ones. Could be a bargain depending on condition, milage and history but there's some that have been ragged.

FAO @lol-lol Just seen this - not read it yet. Tariffs of 'up to' 38% on Chinese EVs https://www.dw.com/en/eu-slaps-tariffs-of-up-to-38-on-chinese-electric-vehicles/a-69557494

? https://www.volvocars.com/de/build?utm_campaign=de_masterbrand_range_consideration-action_alwayson_bgn_alon_mxd_ger&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwyo60BhBiEiwAHmVLJV1Wlwxnxve_m0zuy75d_ks6NYBFEPiyEIpFEcPewlybK1GpsfKqJxoCl6IQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

I am so brand new mats. Hey presto!

No point rescuing any if the car's on fire is there? 😛

Yes I just saw it! I can't vote for one or the other. Carpet in summer rubber in winter.

Rubber in winter carpet in summer. You can do a poll on Brikoda you know @Happy_owner

Bit late for that.

Wow that's a bit of a list Proper winter jobs.

The older 105 has a cam chain whilst the 110 has a cam belt IIRC. If you go for the 110 it will be worth asking if the belt has been don.

I prefer Guy Martin's Amazon.

Those advisories/ fails/ passes could equally apply to a non EV owner.

Are you getting an EV, Graham or in the market for one or even considering considering getting one? I thought you were happy with your Superb?

Looks like your speedo's faulty@AnnoyingPentium

Had one on my 1.9TDi. It didn't seem to heat the engine up any faster tbh. Just keep your heater off for longer.

Check the condition of your bump stops as well.

Shame. I'd consider a fuel cell EV over a plug in one more but for the current lack of infrastructure for refueling one.

I saw a Toyota Mirai this evening. First fuel cell EV I've seen. No idea where the owner fills up though as I've never seen any hydrogen filling stations here but that doesn't mean there aren't any. Quite pretty I thought. https://www.whatcar.com/toyota/mirai/saloon/review/n17273

BMW Z1 had drop down doors. Only made for a couple of years from 1989. I guess the complexity and possible extra weight was a factor. Why go to all that expense as well when the humble hinge serves a purpose.

@nta16 cheers mate. Looks like I'll have to get the 215 45s then at about €40 more per corner. Still cheaper than losing my licence though I suppose.

Skoda Rapid 105PS on 215/45/ R16 tyres. Will I be OK fitting 215/55 R16s? Thanks. Lee.

Cars have been shipped with a minimum of fuel for years. I've had to top some up myself just to get them through a first inspection. What's the difference 🤷

More stored potential energy 🤷

What a blunder by Glasgow City Council https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/8470ec59-6e1d-41ba-8e3c-1c6e75a9b0d9?shareToken=d50c603cb548fbc6894c132879ca7406 https://12ft.io/proxy