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Crazy prices for dereg vehicles Cna anyone explain why people pay nearly the same price for a dereg POS that they would for the same thing with reg and wof!Have had my eye out for a 95ish Chariot for parts for a mate and saw one the other day that was a repo at 400K without a straight p... |
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Disc wear and WoF. Is it normal practice for a WoF inspector to measure brake disc wear even if the brakes appear to be working fine! |
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Is this a scam? Any one looking this car be aware! I was looking for this car, link:http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx!id=506484584 . I had a test drive and agree to do the ownership with the seller next day.Before I going to do it I found he has MONEY OWING for that car, and he apparently tryi... |
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BMW Motorbike Achieves New World Speed Record 204.784 Mph Renowned landspeed racer, Andy Sills, has claimed yet another record under his belt. He has taken a 2012 BMW S1000RR all the way up to 204.784 mph (329,567 km/h) during the BUB Motorcycle Speed Trials, which took place on August 29th. He compe... |
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Chain maintenance MTN Bike Whats the best way to keep a chain and DeRaiellier gears sweet on abike! My bike does a tide line run 3/4 times a day every day. |
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Can anyone identify this vintage car? We think the photo was taken in the very late 40's.Willy & Dodge are among suggestions but nobody can work out the double row of fins on the side of the bonnett.TIA for suggestions http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/66/232133766_full.jpg |
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Chinese ingenuity - Jazz you'll love this! http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/5/231992505_full.jpg The silly bstards can't even spell. |
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September 29 Mosquito first flight http://www.mosquitorestoration.com/index.shtml For anyone interested this mosquito will fly , I think tickets are $25 , google it My old man was involved in this project and its very impressive , about 20 years in the making , should be a great day . |
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Question on holden commodore hi there, i have a 1997 holden commodore vt calais and was just wondering which relay is for the electric windows as it is making a clicky noise when i go to make it go up or down its definately not the center window controls as i have just replaced it wi... |
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I don't need another car, but if I was in the market, I'd be drawn to this. He's had it listed at higher prices, and before the current listing, had it on post auction offer for $2250 to watchers. Is his estimate of repair to the damage realistic! Seems a lot of car for the pr... |
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Mitsubishi Diamante I have a 1997 Mitsi Diamante 2.6l automatic. The automatic is coming up with a fault flash. It drops from 4th to 3rd gear and the neutral flashes while stillin drive. Once you stop, turn engine off and then restart all ok. I have been told it is a sensor ... |
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As is where is. Someone we know sold a vehicle on here.Had on the advert that it had a current COF but had been sitting in a yard since.Was clearly stated in the ad that it would be sold 'as is where is', although as far as the seller was concerned it was running... |
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Ford Focus vs Mazda 3 We are wanting a newish car (2008 or newer) that can tow a trailer, but is as economical as possible. What are your ideas on economy, servicing, and reliability for a Focus vs a Mazda 3! Thanks |
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Torque steer Helping a young friend with her car, just basic oil changes etc. and noticed it really wanders around while accelerating and decelerating. So we've got a couple of new tyres on the front, had a wheel alignment done. Problem not resolved. Where to look... |
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Is the working of elctric windows required for WOF Just aquired a car with a new warrant which the front passenger and rear drivers side passenger windows don't work.I was wondering wether that should have been working to gain WOF! |
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Penguin & the Seal A penguin is driving around town when all of a sudden his car begins to spluter and die out. He drives into the nearest service station and tells the mechanic there about the hassles he's having. The machanic gives his car a quick once over, and says ... |
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Caravan towing mirrors. any one have any experience with which type are the better. Are the ones that suck on to existing car mirror any good!And do the clip on ones stay put!About to buy some and not sure what!Cheers thanks for input. |
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Sorry new WOF question When did the rule change about cracks in rear taillights!I am now told that my Blue GTZ has failed because not only did the headlights need polishing but also because it has a sealed crack in the tail light and I need apparently a whole new well whatever ... |
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WoF recheck expiry If a vehicle failed on the 14th of August, when is the last date possible for a recheck, is it Monday the 10th (28 days includes 14th), or Tuesday the 11th (28 days excludes 14th)! |
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Security interest on vehicle im keen on. I have agreed to purchase a car, ive also handed NO money over. Did a carjam report which states Marac Finance have a security interest. If i ring Marac in the morning will they disclose how much is owed or would that be breaching privacy rights etc! Or a... |
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Stripping or blasting for steel wheels Wellington Hi all I have some old Capri rostyles here I want to get stripped/dipped, they are needing some surface rust taken off them. Is wet stripping best and who could do this in Wellington! Is sand blasting better/an option at all! |
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Is there a base line price for a car with reg & wof. that looks reasonably tidy ,is there a point where you start adding on value only because ofage make, model. |
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Adjust clutch point on yamaha r6 I have a 2007 yamaha r6 that I bought used this past july. The clutch handle feels like it's too far away from the handgrip when shifting. I want to bring it closer to the handgrip, about mid way. not to sure if i should take to a dealership,as they m... |
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When is purchase of a private vehicle complete? Silly me purchased car in good faith today which turned out to be a lemon.Despite the countless wise counsel I foolishly ignored it. I have paid but haven't completed signing over title of ownership. |
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Is this a good buy? http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/mazda/6/auction-506799617.htm |
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