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  1. grahamcarvlin

    Bi-xenons & headlamp deflectors (driving in France)

    Think you should read further as the response stating the "me" and "my" was the one trying to be a clever so and so about grammar and correct use of our mother tongue. Strange though that I am on many forums and this one has the most sanctimonious people like yourself on. Most of the others...
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    Bi-xenons & headlamp deflectors (driving in France)

    You know I tried to point out that the feature on the Mercs is not that special or unique. But it is the way forward though. Yes it is my opinion and you forget I now have a Merc and am looking at buying a second one. No brand is perfect. Also to be factual my c220 does require the stalk to be...
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    Bi-xenons & headlamp deflectors (driving in France)

    Because the insignia also had all these features too it was really good. But it was totally automatic where as with the Merc you still have to switch the full beam on (once done it works auto). Sorry but the Vauxhall AFL is better !!
  4. grahamcarvlin

    Bi-xenons & headlamp deflectors (driving in France)

    Unreal this as me insignia had a program to change for driving abroad. Took about 15 seconds to do. Brilliant system. But it's interesting that me dealer was raving about all these great features on me c220 CDI Amg with xenons and fancy lighting system. Thing is the 3 year old insignia I was...
  5. grahamcarvlin

    P Symbol on Display

    My dealer not only explained this feature but actively demonstrated it when handing over the car
  6. grahamcarvlin

    Diesels

    My question is what is classed as short journeys ? I got my C220 CDI lat year when commuting 30 mike each way to work and back. Mostly dual carriageway I have recently changed jobs and now travel 16 miles each way to work and back but through traffic. Should I be concerned ??
  7. grahamcarvlin

    Average age of car owners

    Well I am 48 and have a c coupe (43) an alfa spider (35) and a ZZR1400 (god knows) enjoy. Your life and have fun. Sod the numbers
  8. grahamcarvlin

    If you had £8k or so to spend on a car ...

    I had a similar dilemma 3 years ago but didn't want the MX5 as it feels like everyone has one. I ended up with an Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 Twin Spark (916 model) on an 03 plate. They are relatively cheap to buy and great fun to own and drive. I have had a smile on my face ever since !!!!
  9. grahamcarvlin

    Servicing "extra's"

    Hi all Thanks for the comments. I didn't think the likes of brake pads etc would be covered . But as brake fluid changes and auto gearbox oil changes are meant to be routine then I would expect them to be part of the deal ??? It's the 220diesel so from your feedback it's got a chain instead...
  10. grahamcarvlin

    Servicing "extra's"

    Hi all I bought the service pack for 4 services over 48 months. The car is now due it's first A service. Knowing what dealers are like do you know what is likely to be an extra on these plans even though they are down as requiring to be done at certain intervals (and are therefore really...
  11. grahamcarvlin

    key fob

    I only got two key fobs with the car. Both battery ones. I'd there meant to be a third one ?
  12. grahamcarvlin

    What aftershave do you wear?

    I use 4 depending on what am doing and how I feel 1 Chanel platinum 2 Chanel allure sport 3 Marc Jacobs 4 eau du rochas (can't get in UK anymore though)
  13. grahamcarvlin

    Eescaped prison sentence for 140+mph

    Hi giantvanman The argument of increased perception from advanced training is valid I think. It will improve reaction times. Very slightly though, milliseconds. I don't think it can be trotted out to defend police all the time though. Remember generally an 80 year old and 25 year old will have...
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    Eescaped prison sentence for 140+mph

    interesting response proves more common than thought. The copper tale hasn't been to court though !!!!! (another example) plus seems that civilians are never considered as being trained drivers .... very strange. the biker... yep I remember that one too but different tale. still unfair...
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    Eescaped prison sentence for 140+mph

    circumstances to a point but not for these levels of variation. Copper was taking suspect back to station (not dangerous etc). The suspect reported driver for showing off cars top speed as he had felt unsafe in the vehicle. the two lads in the cars is well documented here and the tailgating was...
  16. grahamcarvlin

    Eescaped prison sentence for 140+mph

    its the unfairness that gets me copper doing 140mph - disciplined but not prosecuted these two 140 mph - ban, fine & CS biker 120 mph - 6 months in prison !!! discrimination and bias me thinks
  17. grahamcarvlin

    towing with c200K?

    I got my first caravan in 1990 and towed it very safely with an MG metro !!! Yes it attracted attention. Getting the weights right and distributed evenly is the important thing to remember. 85 % of the car kerb weight is the rule until your experienced then 100% of the cars kerb weight is the...
  18. grahamcarvlin

    born again biker - maybe

    Hi there, Mainly owned Kawasaki's myself. just don't seem to be able to move from them. Fab marque with solid engines and reliability. The ZZR600 is a perfect all rounder and as fast or slow as you wish. Comfortable two up and for touring also. 50 mpg but also has a crazy top end for a 600...
  19. grahamcarvlin

    New W204 C-Class owners discussion

    Hi All, OK first time had a rear wheel drive car and also first time had an automatic gearbox. So I would like to know what advice / experience you all would give as to what is the best way to drive this car in the snow and on icy roads. I knwo carefully, but in addition to that please ????
  20. grahamcarvlin

    Mpg

    not gonig to change it though. Love it so far. But just wish the manufacturers would be honest with their figures. They are meant to be achieved under the same conditions in order to present unbiased comparable data for people to evaluate fairly.
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