Lots has been happening of late. The garden is springing into life, demands from church and plenty of “tyre kicking” going on. Yes, I’m feeling like a car dealer. Again. Continue reading “Feeling like a car dealer”
Category: motoring
Optimum time to change my car?
My car is 16¾ years old and has just 135,000 miles on the clock. Is it time to change? What is the optimum time to change my car? Continue reading “Optimum time to change my car?”
Reasons to never buy a vintage car
I have advised Rachel to have me sectioned if I ever invest in an ancient vehicle. There must be a zillion reasons why you should never buy a vintage car, especially if it needs some restoration. Continue reading “Reasons to never buy a vintage car”
My cars, miles and mishaps in numbers
A few days ago I realised it was exactly 42 years since I passed my driving test, some say the roads have never been the same since. Here are the cars, mishaps and highlights of my motoring. Continue reading “My cars, miles and mishaps in numbers”
More car chit chat
Following on from a recent car chit chat post, I just wanted to add a few more things. This includes friends doing their “bit for the planet” and buying new electric cars and also whether it is more cost effective to buy E5 petrol. Continue reading “More car chit chat”
Car chit chat
Our 14 year old Toyota Avensis has been a star! Also I eavesdrop on a conversation in the Toyota garage and muse about running costs. Continue reading “Car chit chat”
The broken driveshaft, why I’m buying TWO tow ropes and the scary drive
The broken driveshaft, why I’m buying TWO tow ropes and the scary drive – perhaps not the snappiest title but please let me tell you the story. Continue reading “The broken driveshaft, why I’m buying TWO tow ropes and the scary drive”