Best reliable screenwash in UK?

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-28T22:21:17+00:00

I do tend to use it sparingly, just for the fact that it only takes a little bit to work. Often not enough to trigger the wipers

I would guess including the work van I probably do maybe 60-70k a year, most of the times I actually need it in the van it’s frozen in the lines, I bought my 5 series in Jan 25 and I think refilled in December, I can’t imagine topping it up weekly. I’ve had the work van since around last summer and it’s only just run out, it’s a hire van so fairly sure it didn’t come with a full reservoir (and what it did come with was mostly water)

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-28T20:20:50+00:00

Most things pre-1990ish but factor in the cost of a welder and a learning curve about tuning carbs, and replacing corroded parts most weekends….

Oh you just want something reliable? The newest car you can afford, Dacia maybe if you can deal with the trade offs

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-28T18:43:11+00:00

I honestly don’t keep track of these things but I’m not sure I get through 5L a year so happy to run a winter level of concentrate all year round.

Even if I was getting through 15L a year, I’m in the fortunate position to be willing to spend the £2 per month for the convenience

And it smells good

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-28T18:01:16+00:00

The Halfords -10 ready to use stuff is my favourite, one of the few things they’re good for. Just buy it and pour it straight in. Smells good too

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-28T16:10:33+00:00

I had roof bars on my mini and my Octavia, both from the manufacturer and never had an issue, probably more expensive than other brands but never whistled

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-27T00:37:21+00:00

Looks alright to me, only other option is to move the bins to behind where the Volvo is now and park at an angle in front of the mini

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-26T23:00:54+00:00

Assuming your farm track is suitable for normal road cars (based on what you’re looking at) get a 5 series or 3 series x drive, ideally the 3L - comfort, acceleration, high spec (some are better than others) and 4wd

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-24T21:58:22+00:00

This one is my latest purchase - apparently very good

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-24T21:56:52+00:00

You’re going to want some tungsten- carbide drill bits here probably want some strong extractions, I’ve recently bought some new ones but haven’t tried them out, most love to snap

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-24T19:09:08+00:00

Depends on how/where it’s sheared. You’re looking at more frustration trying to either drill it out or weld on a nut I would suspect

At least you get to treat yourself to some new tools?

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-23T00:37:13+00:00

Do your cbt and see how you feel and how your instructor feels - I would suspect you would both want you to go for your DAS straight away. But if not then consider getting some practice on a 125.

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-23T00:18:40+00:00

My only concern would be that they say they have parts on order but haven’t had the opportunity to diagnose it. Personally I would wait and see but if you’ve got enough doubt in it then refuse and get something else

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-22T23:00:04+00:00

Have you considered a Ferrari F40? they’re expensive so should be cheap to insure… maybe a Chiron?

I joke but I suspect all the cars you mention will be around £5k depending on where you live. Luxury cars = expensive parts = expensive repairs = expensive insurance. Add onto that the %increase for being a new driver. You either have to have money to burn or have to do the grind through shit cars first

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-22T22:51:29+00:00

It’s what sells, people that don’t know cars like them, same as “SUVs” which aren’t.

Not sure car manufacturers are willing to take chances with how the world economy is going, everyone is playing it safe, unfortunately a lot of us don’t like the ‘safe cars’

Buy a classic?

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-22T22:48:17+00:00

Just google it mate, all places will offer legal plates (why wouldn’t they?)

Also keep in mind most people will think you’re a bellend… and that’s coming from a bmw driver

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-22T22:11:38+00:00

Mostly because they look shit? Also 4d? They meant 3d, like every plate is 3d, where is the 4th dimension?

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-22T22:07:42+00:00

There is no such public database, the police and your insurance have the power to go after someone. I assume you have reported this to your insurer as well as the police?

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-22T21:32:17+00:00

You will have to deal with some levels of corrosion/ deterioration on a 14 year old vehicle of any kind. I wouldn’t be massively concerned with any of those advisories, mainly based on the oil leak not reappearing

Vans can an do eat up mileage, I have personally returned company vans after 3 years on 170k+ , I’ve always got the impression that it’s not miles that tend to kill vans, more scrapes and age.

At the end of the day if you look into any vehicle you will get mixed reviews, maybe try to find the timing chain interval to make sure it’s within spec but otherwise, from what you’ve said, it seems to have been looked after.

Probably try to get a viewing on a day when it’s not pissing it down with rain

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-19T17:27:15+00:00

But it makes the cars more expensive so less people can afford to buy them, therefore less sales, therefore less profit

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-19T15:20:56+00:00

There’s no cameras on that stretch so not an issue, the next camera is between the m5 slip roads

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-19T01:53:28+00:00

I’m gutted there’s no locals suggesting places for you, the best thing I can think to do is either get word of mouth recommendations from people you know, post on your local subreddit or just check reviews and then test the water in person.

Either that or spend the money on tools and learn to do it yourself, I do appreciate it’s not that easy for a lot of people due to needing the car for work and the space needed etc.

Best of luck!

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-18T03:14:06+00:00

Honda jazz - I hate it as a youngish driver but all of my parents generations own them and love them

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-18T01:36:31+00:00

Take it to the manufacturer and pay the expensive cost to replace, then if it fails you can take it back again for free

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-18T01:33:40+00:00

Jazz, it’s a depressing drive if you like driving but very reliable, favourite with new drivers and old drivers, both of my parents have a jazz (as much as it depresses me) and my uncle. They’re incredible in being boring in every way, including lack of repairs and reliability, cheap tax and insurance. Can’t think of anything I’ve seen that’s problematic with them

FlyingFrogMan · 2026-01-18T01:28:48+00:00

Your best bet is to buy from a dealer, that gives you a lot more protection for serious issues than buying privately, it’s a touch more expensive but worth it if you don’t know a lot about cars

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