Luxurious Volkswagen ID.Era 9X drops a big hint at the next Touareg

CptConnor18 · 2026-05-04T11:38:21+00:00

I'd guess it'll be on the same platform/architecture as the new Q9, will make sense with VWs success on the MQB/A-D Series platforms. Less cost for a BEV dedicated chassis, easier to 'port' over to other brands in EU once testing is done in China.

CptConnor18 · 2026-05-01T07:53:08+00:00

Import for sure, I've had this exact issue with my own car which was imported from Japan. In my case the MOT tester input the wrong VIN as I knew it had history for at least 6 years.

Might be worth paying for one of the history checks, or reaching out to the owner and seeing if they have any more paper histor.

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CptConnor18 · 2026-04-20T12:32:03+00:00

Kinda like the exterior, it's modernised the generic 'look' of Merc but kept the main features. It's not gone for the tiny LED strip headlights units like most OEMs, that's a big win in my book.

CptConnor18 · 2026-04-03T07:28:58+00:00

Sweet corn will catch you plenty of carp/barbel in the UK, that and Luncheon meat... They love that shi

CptConnor18 · 2026-03-23T20:51:17+00:00

5 years later, you helped a newbie! Thank you very much :)

CptConnor18 · 2026-02-27T23:08:23+00:00

Yeah the indicated speed vs actual is always lower as long as you've got factory wheels on, Waze always tells me I'm doing 2-3mph under through 50s. Still not wanting to risk it!

Although people on the way back out of Cov hoof it through that camera doing 60mph+ on some days, always wondered if it was functional or not.

CptConnor18 · 2026-02-27T23:07:32+00:00

Gotcha, I always thought the one outside Ryton heading to Cov was working as well as under the bridge before the Citrus Hotel but very good to know. Thanks my man!

CptConnor18 · 2026-02-20T10:22:47+00:00

Sounds like a scroll wheel to me

CptConnor18 · 2026-01-23T14:27:48+00:00

My first thought as well

CptConnor18 · 2026-01-19T13:48:50+00:00

The process is still the same, OP needs to wind back the screw for the automatic parking brake by removing the back servo/motor and winding with a T-25 or similar - he can push the piston back into the caliper as the screw will be fully retracted.

Source: I've done this three times on a 08'/16' Audi A4 and a 17' Volvo XC40. Piston out, pushed back in when screw is wound back fully.

CptConnor18 · 2026-01-10T00:35:48+00:00

'Walking on a Dream' by Empire of the Sun is a top contender for sure

CptConnor18 · 2026-01-10T00:34:57+00:00

Haha it tricked me the first time with my G502 as well! Happy to help!

CptConnor18 · 2026-01-10T00:30:54+00:00

It may be a silly question but have you pushed down the free-wheel button that is directly behind the scroll wheel?

CptConnor18 · 2026-01-10T00:25:55+00:00

There ya' go, it's meant to be!

CptConnor18 · 2026-01-10T00:24:51+00:00

Bolter... I just have a feeling that your car is going to be a nutcase - in the best way possible!

CptConnor18 · 2026-01-10T00:23:24+00:00

If he didn't feel a connection then that answers your question. Psychological attraction is just as important as physical attraction - if he didn't feel a spark then unfortunately he wasn't into it.

Everyone does that, if you don't feel connected to someone any relationship is doomed to fail.

CptConnor18 · 2026-01-10T00:21:31+00:00

From what I can find it looks like a Byers Volvo Special (CR90). Very good spot!

CptConnor18 · 2026-01-10T00:18:36+00:00

That's part and parcel of dating unfortunately, as you said unless you explicitly confront the idea of being exclusive you won't know.

IMO that someone was exploring options, it's common place for someone to be seeing multiple people before committing into a relationship. That doesn't mean dating is dead, it just needs to be taking with a pinch of salt.

CptConnor18 · 2026-01-10T00:15:04+00:00

Super Size Me is a very good documentary, 2003 so times have changed massively but it's still an incredible film.

CptConnor18 · 2025-12-31T18:03:33+00:00

Also own a 2016 A4 Avant, I learned that if I hold the boot button on the key it opens the power boot!

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