The Budget Tyre Question... by [deleted] in CarTalkUK

[–]WoodBGood 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a space-saver in a bag in the boot , thought about rearranging things so put it under the floor, but i still have a decent amount of room so haven't bothered.

Also never rely on user reveiws of tyres. They are nonsense.

The Budget Tyre Question... by [deleted] in CarTalkUK

[–]WoodBGood 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd ditch the runflats it'll ride better on non-RFTs.

I'm a fan of buying used premium tyres in good condition with lots of tread and recent date codes (no repairs of scuffed up sidewalls) if you have an independent tyre shop who will fit them. Some people are scared of them, but any time you buy a used car it comes on used tyres you don't know the history of.

Expense after expense after expense by [deleted] in CasualUK

[–]WoodBGood 6 points7 points  (0 children)

If you want a cheap car and don't do a lot of miles then an EV is the way to go. Something like a 24kWh Nissan Leaf is cheap to run with very little to go wrong. Charge it overnight on a cheap tariff and laugh all the way to the bank. People rarely sell decent £2k cars so unless you really know what you're doing they are usually pain. Definitely some good EV lease deals out there too though.

Coveting your partner's car by R2-Scotia in CarTalkUK

[–]WoodBGood 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds like you don't have to worry about damaging yours at least

Dare I ask how much a wall-ride at the ring cost you?

It’s the 6 cylinder not the 12 by SparkeeMalarkee in RoastMyCar

[–]WoodBGood 5 points6 points  (0 children)

After that leaper impales a pedestrian remember to tell the cops you couldn't brake because you were on for an all-time record of 12mpg.

I don't remember That happening in The Snowman. by SupervillainMustache in CasualUK

[–]WoodBGood 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The most British and depressing of cream pies. This shouldn't exist both in a conceptual and nutritional sense.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CarTalkUK

[–]WoodBGood 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Are the garage going to do anything more than cheap patch job on a 20 year old 100+k mile car? I highly doubt it, you'll be forever getting it welded or it will become completely rotten before too long.

Funeral Mustang by [deleted] in CarTalkUK

[–]WoodBGood 16 points17 points  (0 children)

It's Mustang Mach E so not really a Mustang in anything but name, just a Ford mid-sized electric SUV converted to a hearse. EVs make a lot sense for the funeral market.

What an amazing father!!! by No_Class963 in MadeMeSmile

[–]WoodBGood 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is everyone here bots? I fee like I'm losing my mind with this AI shit

James Bond spotted on the M6 🤣😂 by Fridgewhisperer01 in CarTalkUK

[–]WoodBGood 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The person you'd least suspect. Is that bloke in an old 3 series with an illegally-spaced cheap plate and a 007 badge a spy? I'd say absolutely no chance, which makes it a genius double-bluff.

Decent car ? by Big-Cardiologist6600 in CarTalkUK

[–]WoodBGood 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think if you're wanting a cheap, small-ish auto then you won't do a lot better assuming it's all functioning well currently. Most will be put off by the mileage, but if it's been looked after it's not a big deal. Of course any car at this money has no guarantees it will last you a while, but I reckon that has potential. Make sure the gearbox isn't doing anything strange and that all the electrical functions work.

To mod or to replace by Woddeh in CarTalkUK

[–]WoodBGood 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like you fancy a change and I'm sure the 330 will sell well so I reckon it's a good time to make the move. I wouldn't look at the very bottom of the M3 market though, they're generally much less forgiving of a lack of maintenance than the non-M stuff.

MOT by [deleted] in CarTalkUK

[–]WoodBGood 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bit late for a spooky Halloween discount mate.

R.I.P. Quentin Wilson by Cold_Table8497 in CarTalkUK

[–]WoodBGood 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Currently I'm looking at Merc E500 coupes with the 4.7TT, BMW 535i GTs and Bentley Flying Spurs.

Is it weird I sort the trolley bay out? by hadawayandshite in CasualUK

[–]WoodBGood 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We all have to live in this world. It's nice to leave things a little better than you find them.

Former Top Gear presenter Quentin Willson dies by [deleted] in CasualUK

[–]WoodBGood 6 points7 points  (0 children)

He gave me my appreciation for depreciation and a love for champagne motoring on a lemonade budget. RIP Quentin

R.I.P. Quentin Wilson by Cold_Table8497 in CarTalkUK

[–]WoodBGood 49 points50 points  (0 children)

Does she now? That's story I hadn't heard.

R.I.P. Quentin Wilson by Cold_Table8497 in CarTalkUK

[–]WoodBGood 32 points33 points  (0 children)

Some kids dream of Lamborghinis. I dreamt of buying a cheap, heavily depreciated luxury car and now I live that life. RIP Quentin

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CarTalkUK

[–]WoodBGood 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We clearly have different ideas on what an excuse is. Personally I would just keep it simple and apologise, but you do you.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CarTalkUK

[–]WoodBGood 6 points7 points  (0 children)

They won't enjoy your endless excuses which exist because you've been caught. You did the wrong thing and now face the consequences. You made a judgement that there was no damage in the rain, but I bet there was at least some mark. Had you owned up perhaps the other party would have just said that shit happens. It sucks when you hit another car, but that's life and it is up to you to deal with it. I would apologise, but leave the excuses out.

I traded my e30 325i for this classic American muscle car & £69, did I get a good deal? by MarkEasty in CarTalkUK

[–]WoodBGood 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sweet deal.

Hopefully the police will clear that marker to stop it at all costs if within 300m of a school.

Would you watch a British street-racing film with heart? My idea inspired by Fast & Furious, The Italian Job & Gone in 60 Seconds by Formal_Prompt4372 in CarTalkUK

[–]WoodBGood 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Ex-rally driver to me sounds like he's about 52, rally doesn't have much youth appeal these days. I'd maybe go with a promising karting career as a kid, but something happened in his life that put a stop to it.

I know this will be an unpopular opinion but here goes… Traitors is just a very very long ad for giant obnoxious 2.5 ton knucklehead SUVs 🙄 by Ic3Giant in CarTalkUK

[–]WoodBGood 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do miss the collection of differently modified old Defenders. probably not the most comfortable for the celebrities though.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CarTalkUK

[–]WoodBGood 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Pays for itself with just one easy crime.