car advice

  1. G

    Advice needed - Ford Figo

    This past weekend I was driving on the highway for around 40km up until I took a off ramp and came to a stop at a intersection my car a 2014 ford figo 1.4 suddenly died. I caught a glimpse of the oil light quickly switching on and off before the engine shut off sounding like a cold diesel...
  3. P

    Petrol Quality Issues

    My 2 year old VW T-Cross started stuttering on the highway followed by engine warning lights coming on, car got towed. After investigating they came to the conclusion that it was the sparkplugs that had worn out prematurely due to bad fuel quality. Apparently VW have been having huge issues...
  4. N

    Dealing with dodgy OEM Service Centres

    Hi Guys, Looking for some advice/direction on how to deal with a dodgy manufacturer branded dealership that 'serviced' my car. Long story short, I caught them out lying about the service carried out on my vehicle. Got them to change the items they originally claimed to have changed. Took...
  5. M

    Should I buy a car or apartment?

    Hi guys, Hope everyone is well. My question is pretty much the title. I’ll just give some insight into my situation while trying not to draw this out too much. I’m a 26 year old female (turning 27 this year). I’ve managed to save about R450k since leaving school. I have R350k of that in an...
  6. R

    Car rental for few days in Pretoria or polokwane this December

    My men n my women, I'm thinking of renting a car or rather being forced to, corolla quest, not that fridge one from 2013 but more recent ones. I don't know how this car rent thing works. I'll send screenshots of what I've seen on booking. Com the part that confuses me are the excess and...
  7. S

    Recommendations please & thank you.

    I've been out of the country for a long time so I'm somewhat unfamiliar with car service pricing here. My little city car runaround needs new ball joints + arms, (front left and right) as well as front shocks + shock mounts. That's what they've told me anyway. Will go for a second opinion...
  8. M

    Looking to change my car, need advice

    Hi everyone. Hope all is well with everyone. I currently have a 2022 Suzuki Vitara Brezza 1.5 GLX Automatic that I am looking to sell. I want to change my car to something cheaper and preferably a hatchback (but still an automatic). The year models I am looking at are between 2017 and 2021...
  9. C

    Insurance/Vehicle Registration implications when doing an engine swap

    This question comes from a shower thought I just had. What are the legal/insurance implications when swapping your cars engine for performance gains in SA? So for example if one were to perform a K20/K24 swap on a Honda Jazz? This is of course ignoring all the technical and cost implications...
  10. M

    VW Polo Wing mirror

    Hey there everyone. I've recently had issues trying to replace the simple plastic coverings that are situated on my 2005 vw Polos side/wing mirrors. Does anyone perhaps know where to get these without having to buy an entire new mirror?
  11. D

    Please help

    I have a VW polo vivo 1.4 2013 model 5 door. My AC compressor's bearings seized causing the serpentine belt to snap. I do not have money to replace the AC compressor right now so I was wondering if I can just get a shorter belt to bypass the AC compressor? I'll attach a photo for more clarity...
  12. Cyrus_Omerta

    R2100 for 2013 Nissan Micra Key replacement

    Long story short, went clubbing and lost my remote key. Looking to replace it now, the key part costs R920 from JHB. Programming and cutting is another R1200. This seems a little steep for a key that just locks and unlocks the car + immobilizer. Should i bite the bullet and just do this through...
  13. D

    advice! cars with longest front seat:boot length

    hey guys, i've been on the hunt for a car that simply allows me to lie flat in the back, whether that's on a mattress or not. I've looking online at caddies, some suv's, bakkies but i would like to keep price point low while at the same time simply getting something that i can lie in, or put a...
  14. M

    Private sale purchase advice - 2015 Ford Ecosport

    Hi there, I am looking for some advice on purchasing a Ford EcoSport. A family member of mine is selling a 2015 Ford EcoSport 1.5T Titanium auto for R150K. It’s got 80000km on the clock and has just been serviced. The car comes with the following add-ons: Front bull bar Front bonnet guard...
  15. The_Afterlife

    Opel Corsa 1.4 Jerking when turning

    Hi Guys, im at my wits end with my corsa, It is jerking like it is not getting fuel only when i turn. The engine light just came on and i dont want to loose my baby (the car) I have already replaced the fuel pump, fuel pump relay and done a full service (Air, spark, fuel and oil) , I dont know...
  16. F

    Help With Engine Replacement - Need Advice

    Hi everyone, I'm currently driving an Opel Corsa Lite 1.4i 2006 but I want to do something fun with it I want to replace the current engine with an Opel Z16XEP Ecotec engine I'm just not sure if the mounting points are the same on the engine as my vehicle or if it will fit on my gearbox If...
  17. C

    Opel Corsa B 1,4 C14se broken rocker arms

    Hi people! Just a question... Today my car just did not want to start after making a loud ticking noise yesterday after driving. Its a C14SE motor After removing the tappet cover it shows that the rocker arms on the left side of each cylinder have broken, the ones on the right side of...
  18. F

    Thoughts on a 2009 Volvo Xc60 3.0T Geartronic.

    Hey everyone. Can you please help me? What’s you thoughts on a 2009 Volvo Xc60 3.0T Geartronic. I was in an accident and the insurance payed out. Saw a 2009 Volvo Xc60 3.0T Geartronic at a dealership with just over 280 000km on the clock. Is it a great car to buy to use as a daily family car or...
  19. Mist4h20

    Ford Bantam 1.3 advice needed

    Hi all, I'm wondering if I could get some input if possible, Ford Bantam Rocam 2006, engine has 89000ks. Was initially using Shell helix 15w40, no issues, changed oil and filter this time used Midas brand 15w40 (they assured me it was as good) car sounded okay at first but a day or two goes by...
  20. H

    Are using a car a must to be employed and how does it exactly work?

    Hi everyone. Im trying to find some answers to a technical question here being that: is it an requirement for you to have a car for work and it be used for business purposes by your employer? My whole trend of thinking is, the employee have to take his car to work and pay the maximum amount...
  21. Z

    Polo vs Fiesta vs Corsa

    Hi All. Those with car knowledge, please help. I have been searching for a car since Jan. I got the following to choose from: 2018 VW polo tsi 1.2 C/L 2017 Ford Fiesta 1.0T Trend 2018 Corsa 1.0T enjoy My budget is R200k. This will be my first bank financed car. I will be driving 60KM daily...
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