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  1. Buying a 2001 Toledo V5 -- help appreciated

    Hi! I am planning on buying a Tolly V5 next week, so wanted to get some thoughts on what I should be looking out for when I go see a couple. Also I was wondering what the pricing is supposed to be for one in good condition from a dealer? Basically, I am looking in the following ads: Well...
  2. Bushes gone tyres need replacing advice appreciated.

    Hi all, please go easy on me I know nothing about cars. A bit of background, 6 months ago I put 4 new tyres on my Seat 1.9 TDI FR 06 and put it through MOT using seat specialists in Cardiff just before the warranty was due to expire. All was well and good no issues. 5000 miles later Just...
  3. Reuvers

    17965 Limp mode. Help would be much appreciated!

    Ok lads, I was having the annoying 17536 (system too lean) problem for quite a while putting me into constant limp mode. Finally bought a new maf which cleared that problem. However I am still running limp, now due to 17965 (positive deviation or overboost as I read on here). This fault...
  4. any help would be appreciated

    right people could do with some help. im a mechanic by trade but this one has got me stumped. its a 1.6 on a w plate, came in as a non runner, diagnosed as a head gasket/valve problems, took head off changed gasket, pressure tested and changed a valve. when putting engine back together cam...
  5. knomic84

    Advice on buying Y reg Leon Cupra 1.8 20vt ?

    I'm hopefully going to look at a Y reg Leon Cupra 1.8 20v t on Monday. Just wondering what i should be looking for in terms of common faults if any with Leons. I will be grateful for all replies, Thanks Michelle x
  6. robreidmotors

    Handling issue, pulls left advice much appreciated!

    Right guys Firstly I know I have an issue with my back tyres, which deflate of their own accord, which will add to this issue, but I think there is something else and would like some help. Last night the car felt like someone had grabbed the wheel and turned it to the left, this was on a...
  7. A few leon questions...advice much appreciated

    I have a 1.4 02 leon with a few minor mods Cupra suspension New rear lights De-badged and a few others, but im looking to do a few things first is the L E O N spelling on the back of the car, is there anywhere other than ebay to get the letterings and are they easy to put on? Also im...
  8. Any help appreciated

    Guys Any advice about these 2 problems with my 2000 LC will be greatfully recieved, i've done searches but cant seem to find the answers. 1st problem - Semi cold starting - starting the car from cold is usually no problem but if I only drive it say a mile to the shops before switching off...
  9. Car Failed MOT any help much appreciated

    Hi people Took car in for MOT today and it failed on what i would say is the most annoying thing ever but its safety i guess. My middle REAR SEAT BELT is jammed wont move in or out and theres no leverage on it at all. I've peeled of the back carpet on seat and as you probably all know its...
  10. bozwellox

    buying a cupra/cupra r - advice appreciated!

    Hi everyone, Ok, so I've finally plugged the leak that seemed to spring from my bank account which led straight to Ikea PLC after moving into my new gaff last year and I feel it is time I set fire to my trusty/rusty Corsa 1.5 Merit diesel (you know you are all jealous - no stereo, seats that...
  11. installing a headunit and ipod to a leon - help / advice appreciated!

    hi all, i am currently in the process of setting up a new ICE package in my leon, but seem to have fallen at the first hurdle - the headunit. my main problem is where to put all the wires! it's just a standard JVC single DIN unit, but the additional harness as opposed to the standard leon...
  12. HELP with my Ibiza FR PD130, any imput appreciated!

    Starting to spend money on my Ibiza FR PD130. and i'm starting from scratch and wanna spend every penny i own. But where to start...:confused: FIRST- need more power so do i get "REVO" or "allards" conversion, wats the difference?? But then comes brakes, exhausts, suspension anything that...
  13. Various bits of advice appreciated

    Hi Guys, Just bought an 53 plate LC Tdi. I will consider remaps and the like once the warranty is finished next year but until them some advice please I've sussed the reason for the fabia rear wiper and the bonnet seal, but as a new boy on the block there are a few things I would like to...
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