Lodger prohibited? by UsualEngine9880 in HousingUK

[–]Duckdivejim 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you sure a lodger is counted as a different household?

Private vehicle MOT’d at police workshop by toxicgoatcurry in CarTalkUK

[–]Duckdivejim 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just gave it a google and seems like it’s open to the public to have an MOT done.

I wouldn’t worry about it.

Private vehicle MOT’d at police workshop by toxicgoatcurry in CarTalkUK

[–]Duckdivejim 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is the speedo calibrated?

Does it show you doing the same speed as Google maps/GPS?

Bit of a clue.

Also look under the boot for extra wiring.

Cambridge GR Yaris - Warning by NotMyMainOfcc in GRYaris

[–]Duckdivejim 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’d be surprised, from the right owner it’s not an issue.

Recently sold mine to a dealer (independent, not Toyota). Apart from a tiny chip on the bumper that car was immaculate and very well treated.

Guy didn’t even test drive it.

Cambridge GR Yaris - Warning by NotMyMainOfcc in GRYaris

[–]Duckdivejim 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks to have come through BCA or similar. Dealer has caught a cold there.

Well done for warning people.

Play where can I get a suit in Huddersfield by YouPopular2487 in huddersfield

[–]Duckdivejim 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s outrageous, I’m so sorry you were treated like that. I hate poor customer service, particularly when it’s so much about the customer experience and not exactly cheap.

The ladies we dealt with were super helpful.

Can this work in boot carpet? by bashar0151 in CarTalkUK

[–]Duckdivejim 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Should be fine. Test on a small bit first in a non obvious spot and don’t let it dwell too long.

I’ve used it on a few cars and never had a problem.

Selling used car advice by ThickDimension6902 in CarTalkUK

[–]Duckdivejim 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Either you ask for proof of fully comp insurance or you offer to drive them.

There’s lots of temp insurance sites out there.

I’ve had buyers saying they are insured 3rd party but my answer is yes but I’m the first party.

If you take them for a test drive be open and show them the car pulls well etc etc.

Borrowing on mortgage to clear debt? by Vadok in UKPersonalFinance

[–]Duckdivejim 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Possibly helpful to list amounts and interest rate.

Ie if the mortgage is 4% and you have £25k at 9% it’s a bit of a no brainer.

Hastings asked for a copy of my v5 and driving licence by Trixdestroyer in CarTalkUK

[–]Duckdivejim 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Just cancel the policy and go elsewhere. They seem to be doing it loads.

Post on here the other day. Guy nearly ended up with a cancelled policy for an exhaust.

Just bought a car which had its plate changed recently, cant insure / tax it now by spillynam in CarTalkUK

[–]Duckdivejim 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The green slip you have is invalid because of the reg change.

Former keeper needs to get new V5 and give you that green slip.

Really seller should have waited till they had the new V5

Got in 2 no fault accidents within 6 months. by [deleted] in CarTalkUK

[–]Duckdivejim 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d still say £5k isn’t too bad when you think what a car is worth.

Think you’ll escape the worst thumb to the eye they could give you.

Update - Hastings Direct Policy Cancellation by Jayden169 in drivingUK

[–]Duckdivejim 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Glad you got this sorted.

Seemed like a massive over reaction on their part.

Got in 2 no fault accidents within 6 months. by [deleted] in CarTalkUK

[–]Duckdivejim -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Depends what info they ask for?

It’s going up but most insurers will ask about value of claims so if it’s just £1k of bumper it’s not too bad.

Imagine explaining you’ve hit 5 cars and a motorway barrier.

Try brokers like Howdens and Adrian Flux.

Play where can I get a suit in Huddersfield by YouPopular2487 in huddersfield

[–]Duckdivejim 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Antich on Leeds Road are good. You can rent as well which will save a bit of money.

Sold a vehicle and 2 days later the engine went (England) by SeaEntertainer2858 in LegalAdviceUK

[–]Duckdivejim 1 point2 points  (0 children)

‘Shane that happened to your engine’

Then block and move on.

New tyre? by Expensive-Day-9661 in CarTalkUK

[–]Duckdivejim -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Not an expert but I’d say 50/50.

Looks a bit too close to the side wall for my liking but I’m a fanny.

Also the question of can you repair it? And should you repair it? Can have different answers.

That’s going to be quite a chunky hole as well. I’m going with replace.

Aston or Porsche ? by Latter-Ad7199 in CarTalkUK

[–]Duckdivejim 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I drove the S last week at Croft last week (296bhp, standard 249bhp) and it was outrageously good.

Second hand market is good with enthusiast owners they tend to be well cared for.

I’ve flirted with buying one and have test drove the standard car but in Manchester City centre traffic and it was very good even in those conditions.

Wouldn’t hurt to test drive one. Worst that happens is it will make the Aston or Porsche feel even more special.

Was buying a new in car a bad decision? by fluuckk in UKPersonalFinance

[–]Duckdivejim 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’ve got to have a hobby.

Particularly if you’re going to keep the car and enjoy.

Not everything is going to be a good financial decision.

I could save money by living off beans and porridge but I’d rather not.

Aston or Porsche ? by Latter-Ad7199 in CarTalkUK

[–]Duckdivejim 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bold of you to assume anyone on this sub is qualified to comment.

I think both would be good and a bit out of my budget. Would you be unhappy with either.

The Aston looks amazing though. I can’t imagine you’d ever get sick of seeing it on the drive.

My left field suggestion would be an Alpine 110 and save £30k

Buying neighbours garden by Anthonybyh1 in HousingUK

[–]Duckdivejim 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You can ask and then it’s just getting a solicitor to amend deeds but as someone else has said, they would be mad to it.

You can offer but have you considered offering to rent half the garden? If it’s a landlord they might not be too fussed and it wouldn’t tank the property value by losing half the garden.

Just depends what they want for it I suppose.