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Hi, I'm sure there are/have been lots of threads on this issue but I couldn't find a specific one so I apologise in advance for starting another (redundant) thread :eek:. I appreciate that nowadays most new engines require little running in (unlike those of yesteryear which soon filled...

Hi, Tried to get a deal on a new 'old' E-class but both p/ex valuation and discount (on a new run out model) was low...Dealer didn't try too hard..so have just signed up for Jaguar XF 3.0 Diesel V6 S Premium Luxury in metallic lunar grey (inc 10% discount :D): 271BHP, 600 Nm torque...

Hi all, It appears that second hand values of 4 x 4's are significantly (10%) on the way up :thumb:...at least in SE. See here: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/money/article-1167380/Gas-guzzlers-lead-used-car-revival-petrol-prices-fall-buyers-rush-pick-bargains.html Cheers,

Hi, It finally seems that the DfT is admitting that traffic lights were set up to raise revenue :eek: This is because their latest policy is to actually aid lowering of vehicle CO2 output by INCREASING traffic flow via a positive green light policy..so called 'green wave'. See here...

Hi, All of a sudden this program called 'document flip' has appeared. When I'm typing it keeps popping up and it's driving me mad. I can find info about it on Google..but not how to shut it down :eek: Can anyone tell me how to shut it down (forever) :D :D . I have a Logitech wireless...

Hi, It appears that MB's market volume over the past 8 years has remained relatively :eek: flat whereas that of Audi has/is significantly improved/improving. Of the 3 'premium' brands (MB/BMW and Audi) MB will be bottom of this pile :eek: in a year or so's time...

Hi all, AMG will, it appears, limit engine output to 500 BHP in the future......but instead will focus on improving torque (diesel hybrids) and lowering weight....so no real change then :D http://www.pistonheads.com/news/default.asp?storyId=18795 Cheers,

Hi, Quote from link below: "The new Mercedes dual-clutch gearbox is expected to feature eight speeds as well as engine stop-start and hybrid compatibility." http://www.motorauthority.com/mercedes-likely-to-build-dual-clutch-transmissions-in-house.html I like the stop/start bit but...

Hi, Sneak preview of 2010 CLS. http://www.autospies.com/news/SNEAK-PEAK-2010-Mercedes-Benz-CLS-32754/ Cheers,

Hi, Seems Top Gear Magazine were testing new GT-R when Audi R-8 ran into back of it. Same (make of) car which 'gave' Clarkson a cricked neck :eek: Bit of an expensive mess :eek: http://www.autounleashed.com/top-gear-magazine-damages-the-nissan-gt-r Cheers,

Hi all, Seems like the latest weapon to 'down' errant motorists are these: http://driving.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/driving/features/article3768694.ece Haven't these people got better things to do...like prevent 'proper' crimes and don't they remember that we pay their wages. I...

Hi, Whilst many people doubt the 'green' benefits of hybrid vehicles e.g Prius, MB have upped the ante a bit by becoming the first manufacturer to (claim to be able to) use Li-ion battery technology (Prius uses Ni hydride technology). Read more here...

Hi all, This point has crossed my mind before but I have seen other references to it. As oil prices have risen the £:$ exchange rate has fallen so is oil really that much dearer than a year ago? I would love to see the cost of a barrel of oil quoted both in $'s AND £'s so that we (in the UK)...

Hi, A short video of forthcoming (UK?)GLK (part of backdrop to 'sex and the City') here: http://www.worldcarfans.com/4080102.001/mercedes-benz-glk-gets-a-role-in-hollywood Looks horrible from the front but MB does need to compete with X3, Q5, XC70 etc. etc. They should have gone for...

Hi, It appears that "road users are the only energy users currently paying the full cost of their carbon emissions" http://www.pistonheads.com/news/default.asp?storyId=17260 so well done us :rolleyes: Cheers,:eek:

Hi, Lucky this mercedes driver was testing his new device else he would have been fined for driving 0.8 mph UNDER the speed limit :eek: He claims that whilst his device is 100% accurate, speed cameras aren't (only 40% out in this specific case :eek: )...

Hi, Seem that Ecclestone is auctioning off 50 cars from his collection. here:http://www.pistonheads.com/news/default.asp?storyId=16569 This includes a 300SL gull wing and a 540K Special Roadster. If I was him I'd drive around in them or give them over to an appropriate show/display...

Hi, It appears TFL have come up with another way to screw more money out of motorists :eek: : http://www.pistonheads.com/news/default.asp?storyId=16518 This, when the Police felt it necessary to bring only 3 charges last year (though they didn't bring any charges relating to the...

Hi, It seems that playing racing computer games may make younger drivers more aggressive on the roads :eek: : http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/6457353.stm I must admit to still playing racing games (MB World Racing :D ) every now and then but as an 'older' driver every time I...

Hi, Says it all :eek: Largely law-abiding drivers are being penalised for minor speeding offences while a growing motoring underclass gets away scot free, reports Emma Smith Click here: http://driving.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/driving/news/article1315777.ece Nuff...