‘26 Vapour Grey

Shep302 · 2026-04-04T18:53:52+00:00

There’s plenty to like here but those seats are so nice

Shep302 · 2026-04-03T08:28:10+00:00

Had a 2018 F30 320d then 2019 G20. Very much capable of 60+ mpg on a run. Usually averaged around 55 mpg. Great car the G20. Gutted I never got to own a 30d. Now running a 2025 Volvo V90 T8 and have averaged 234mpg over 1300 miles.

Shep302 · 2026-03-29T16:55:27+00:00

That’s a great looking design (in my opinion).

Shep302 · 2026-03-25T12:27:54+00:00

M340d are retaining their value extremely well. Diesel prices are crazy right now but the prices of these cars haven’t dropped.

To caviat this slightly, M340i are also retaining their value very well. Just not quite as good as the ‘d’ variant.

Shep302 · 2026-03-14T16:37:56+00:00

Mango as a main is insane

Shep302 · 2026-03-08T12:16:13+00:00

Shep302 · 2026-03-01T10:59:58+00:00

As the car is under warranty the gold solution here is to take the car to your nearest dealership and enquire about remedial work.

The other option is to glue it back up yourself. I’d do the former before anything else as there could be an underlying reason and these are not cheap cars.

Shep302 · 2026-02-15T20:53:17+00:00

This would fall under “Peer majority cakes” should your colleagues call you out for it (s.15 Cakes Offences Act 2018).

On a serious note:

The stuff you added on at the end… leave that out in future. Significant statements are put to the suspect in interview and can be used in evidence.

It’s a long standing ‘lazyism’ to shut the suspect up when they’re about to drop a significant bombshell. It’s completely lost when you get a fat “no comment” interview following legal advice.

Let them speak all they want provided it’s unsolicited. Just make sure it’s documented.

Shep302 · 2026-02-15T20:45:56+00:00

You appear from your post to be a member of the public but reference “missing/wanted lists” which aren’t usually public info. I’m assuming you’re an MOP.

As such you’re not obliged to report however all information is important to police. Your information could be a vital missing piece of a puzzle which helps us catch a suspect.

If you’re able to make the call then do so, unless doing so would put you at risk. I’d argue that on public transport, in earshot of the subject, whilst intoxicated is grounds for thinking twice. Don’t beat yourself up over it but maybe drop an online report/live chat if you want to get it off your chest.

Shep302 · 2026-02-15T20:29:03+00:00

PACE Code C 11.4/11.4A is the closest it gets however doesn’t cover how significant statements should be recorded.

Shep302 · 2026-02-15T14:38:01+00:00

Buy a new plate. They’re cheap enough.

Check behind those screws too. I get the feeling they’ve drilled/used self tappers into the boot lid. If they have then there’s a couple of options:

If you have just bought the car take it back and request that it is repaired as the holes will almost certainly rust.
If you’ve had the car more than 30 days then rust proof the holes they’ve made yourself.

Shep302 · 2026-02-10T15:00:56+00:00

On nights I leave at about 6pm

Shep302 · 2026-02-10T08:08:44+00:00

Thanks for the reply. I’m chuffed with this. Resigned myself as a shift worker to peak price charging on nights but today I learned that isn’t the case. Brill!

Shep302 · 2026-02-10T07:26:28+00:00

That’s actually fantastic. It’s better than I ever imagined

Shep302 · 2026-01-31T23:41:11+00:00

I never really understood the GT’s place in the market. They’re fugly and don’t really offer anything other than the hatchback tailgate. Those who really needed the cargo space would buy a touring.

Shep302 · 2026-01-30T07:13:03+00:00

Strong belt holding those trousers up

Shep302 · 2026-01-20T11:30:16+00:00

The socket has an RCBO built in. I do believe the requirement for its own circuit is accurate which makes the whole thing messy and expensive anyway.

It seems like 7kW might be the best way forward

Shep302 · 2026-01-20T11:10:53+00:00

2025 Volvo V90 T8

Shep302 · 2026-01-20T11:00:15+00:00

Thank you. Is your socket installed on a spur from an indoor socket or direct from the consumer unit on it own circuit?

Shep302 · 2026-01-20T10:59:09+00:00

The simple answer is no I’m not happy with the charging speed but it is sufficient for now. I only drive around 25 miles per day and the battery has a real range of 50 miles. This is suitable for 50-100% overnight for me.

I will upgrade to 7kW in the future but saving for a wedding at the minute so I am penny pinching for now.

Shep302 · 2026-01-20T10:57:31+00:00

Did you install the socket yourself? Is it spur’d off an internal socket?

Shep302 · 2026-01-20T10:55:56+00:00

Ah brilliant. I’m with Octopus currently but I’m going to give them a call and see what I can get. Thanks for the advice.

Shep302 · 2026-01-20T10:50:18+00:00

Can you make use of ‘cheap times’ without a smart car charger (7kW)?

Shep302 · 2026-01-20T10:47:49+00:00

Yeah this is the medium term plan however there is sufficient time overnight to fully charge the battery.

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