Motors Chat Thread Round 4

Ronnie Beck · 24-05-2013 12:55AM

Scortho wrote: »

Lads polo's going for nct on wednesday. Have a warning light that pops up every few days and then disappears again.
What's the story with the nct and warning lights?
It's the engine management light.
Is it an automatic fail if there's a warning light or if everything else is fine then she's good to go?

Get it scanned as what is bringing on the light may lead to a fail. Coil pack or EGR. It's an automatic fail on diesels though.

Scortho · 24-05-2013 01:05AM

Ronnie Beck wrote: »

Get it scanned as what is bringing on the light may lead to a fail. Coil pack or EGR. It's an automatic fail on diesels though.

It's getting serviced the week after the test.
Still has 2 and a half months left on the nct but decided to do it early as I'm thinking of buying something different.

So if it fails its not a be all and end all, as ill then have some extra stuff for the mechanic to look at. If it passes, ill be getting him to run diagnostics on it to find and fix the fault. Main concern was whether or not a warning lights a straight fail or not.

Tallon · 24-05-2013 03:23AM

Pretty sure we've all been here

tossy · 24-05-2013 03:47AM

Tallon wrote: »

Pretty sure we've all been here

Reminded me of this...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKlDBi0cyIA

Tallon · 24-05-2013 04:05AM

Outstanding film

L-M · 24-05-2013 08:23AM

MaroonAndGreen wrote: »

The thing is lads, im scrapping the car, and I want to get the diesel out of the tank before it!

Cut a bit of hose and put it into the tank, such the diesel up into your mouth , spit it out and voila, diesel should flow.

If you don't like the taste of diesel buy a syphon,tthere's a guy in the Limerick market selling them to Mr.Shady and Mr.Shady as **** for legal purposes, lol.

sean1141 · 24-05-2013 09:26AM

is there a primer bulb for the diesel in the engine bay??

Supergurrier · 24-05-2013 11:31AM

BUBBLE WRAP wrote: »

Thanks.

Doing my bits and bobs getting ready for it tomorrow now.

Just take your time and be calm and you will be fine.

Watch junctions and be prepared to take minor fault on progression rather than risk a red. Also stay sharp on way back to the center even of u think u flew it

thecomedian · 24-05-2013 12:10PM

I put my car up for sale because a certain car came available and I thought I'd go for it if I sold mine. But I don't think it's possible to go for that one anymore.

But I've got it in my head now that I want to change anyway. So I'm back looking out for cars.

So I'll be on the lookout for something no higher then 9000 euro, any size engine, over 200 bhp, proper back seats, comfort, and not too flash.

Test drove a 00 M5 last Sunday along with 04 S4 auto.
The M5 felt its age inside but what power and excitement and noise. it didn't feel its size at all, felt much smaller.
The S4 was much cleaner. It still had great power but not the drama of the M5. It felt more comfortable and an easier daily car.
Would there be a big difference between the auto and manual?

Supergurrier · 24-05-2013 12:55PM

thecomedian wrote: »

I put my car up for sale because a certain car came available and I thought I'd go for it if I sold mine. But I don't think it's possible to go for that one anymore.

But I've got it in my head now that I want to change anyway. So I'm back looking out for cars.

So I'll be on the lookout for something no higher then 9000 euro, any size engine, over 200 bhp, proper back seats, comfort, and not too flash.

Test drove a 00 M5 last Sunday along with 04 S4 auto.
The M5 felt its age inside but what power and excitement and noise. it didn't feel its size at all, felt much smaller.
The S4 was much cleaner. It still had great power but not the drama of the M5. It felt more comfortable and an easier daily car.
Would there be a big difference between the auto and manual?

S4 or 645ci I would be having at that budget don't like b6 s4 design much tho

Matt Simis · 24-05-2013 01:00PM

thecomedian wrote: »

I put my car up for sale because a certain car came available and I thought I'd go for it if I sold mine. But I don't think it's possible to go for that one anymore.

But I've got it in my head now that I want to change anyway. So I'm back looking out for cars.

So I'll be on the lookout for something no higher then 9000 euro, any size engine, over 200 bhp, proper back seats, comfort, and not too flash.

Test drove a 00 M5 last Sunday along with 04 S4 auto.
The M5 felt its age inside but what power and excitement and noise. it didn't feel its size at all, felt much smaller.
The S4 was much cleaner. It still had great power but not the drama of the M5. It felt more comfortable and an easier daily car.
Would there be a big difference between the auto and manual?

How bout you save a boat load of cash and buy my '00 740i?

But of those two, S4s need Forced Induction and mods to get fun, way too predicable in standard guise to really get passionate about them.. same as all S-cars IMO. Manual makes a difference, but the AWD'ness and light, numb steering will still be there. In fairness though, the M5 competes with the RS6, not the S4.

thecomedian · 24-05-2013 01:56PM

Supergurrier wrote: »

S4 or 645ci I would be having at that budget don't like b6 s4 design much tho

I do like the 6 series ive iften thought sbout it but it would stand out too much, especially diving it into work, sounds stupid I know but 6/7 series and big mercs would be out.

Supergurrier · 24-05-2013 02:00PM

thecomedian wrote: »

I do like the 6 series ive iften thought sbout it but it would stand out too much, especially diving it into work, sounds stupid I know but 6/7 series and big mercs would be out.

Feck what the corolla crowd think tbh its the 8 cylinder bargain atm

thecomedian · 24-05-2013 02:00PM

Matt Simis wrote: »

How bout you save a boat load of cash and buy my '00 740i?

But of those two, S4s need Forced Induction and mods to get fun, way too predicable in standard guise to really get passionate about them.. same as all S-cars IMO. Manual makes a difference, but the AWD'ness and light, numb steering will still be there. In fairness though, the M5 competes with the RS6, not the S4.

I did notice the light steering even compared to the TT it was lighter. I didn't mean to compare them directly but they were in the same price range.
I'll be looking at a 330ci clubsport tomorrow which I'd be happy with IF I can sell mine

thecomedian · 24-05-2013 02:06PM

Supergurrier wrote: »

Feck what the corolla crowd think tbh its the 8 cylinder bargain atm

I know, easier said than done.
Especially when they don't realise how cheap these cars are at the moment

MetzgerMeister · 24-05-2013 02:06PM

Mazda 6MPS/3MPS or a 335i

thecomedian · 24-05-2013 02:12PM

MetzgerMeister wrote: »

Mazda 6MPS/3MPS or a 335i

The 6 MPS will be an option this time, not a fan of the 3.
335 too high for now.

I'll probably have to buy from a dealer.

thecomedian · 24-05-2013 02:14PM

LIGHTNING wrote: »

I find the steering my my Mk1 TT to be on the heavier side (in comparision to some modern cars).

It's strange, is there a reason for it being so heavy?
I saw the DS5 on fifth gear, it looks well.

ShadowHearth · 24-05-2013 02:23PM

So NCT is up on mazda next month. Like a good lad I decided to book early.

NCT booked for 03/08/2013 :pac:

Hal1 · 24-05-2013 02:26PM

I seen a black '00 S2000 on the N11 last evening. Then I heard what all the fuss was about. Sounded awesome.

Voodoomelon · 24-05-2013 02:32PM

Posted on bimmerforums, some people need to check the graffiti before posting pics!

Supergurrier · 24-05-2013 02:40PM

Voodoomelon wrote: »

Posted on bimmerforums, some people need to check the graffiti before posting pics!

Maybe he is aiming for a specific market segment

Hal1 · 24-05-2013 02:41PM

Looks pretty dam good to me, why can't more cars be fitted with this.

Bose active suspension, holey sheit:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8sVDenpPOE

Watch at 1:50!

Foxhole Norman · 24-05-2013 02:42PM

Hal1 wrote: »

Looks pretty dam good to me, why can't more cars be fitted with this.

Bose active suspension, holey sheit:

Watch at 1:50!

Just posted that in the YouTube thread. Good ol' Reddit

ShadowHearth · 24-05-2013 03:53PM

Aint that video like 5 million years old? :rolleyes:

TestTransmission · 24-05-2013 05:20PM

Been thinking about getting a 2nd car as a runaround (something cheap, reliable and more than 2 seats)

What's the best way to go about insurance?

renofan · 24-05-2013 05:25PM

TestTransmission wrote: »

Been thinking about getting a 2nd car as a runaround (something cheap, reliable and more than 2 seats)

What's the best way to go about insurance?

I've two cars insured with Axa. One is a Laguna and the other a Micra and both are fully comp for around €750. I just explained that one was a runabout and I wouldn't do more than 5k in a year in it. They have never asked for proof and it must be 5 or 6 years ago now since I first insured both.

Tallon · 24-05-2013 05:27PM

Handy phone for sticking in the glovebox for emergencies!

http://shop.tescomobile.ie/phones/displayPhone.aspx?p=141

Less than €10 :eek:

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CianRyan · 24-05-2013 07:21PM

Tallon wrote: »

Handy phone for sticking in the glovebox for emergencies!

http://shop.tescomobile.ie/phones/displayPhone.aspx?p=141

Less than €10 :eek:

Jesus, and I was almost going to buy one for €20 last week.
That's the job I reckon.

pred racer · 24-05-2013 09:31PM

TestTransmission wrote: »

Been thinking about getting a 2nd car as a runaround (something cheap, reliable and more than 2 seats)

What's the best way to go about insurance?

I asked in my brokers a month ago, yer one said there are companies (she didnt mention which ones) who will mirror your ncb.

Try a broker. (if you dont get anywhere, let me know and ill pm you the number of mine)

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