dave1

I can GIVE you the money but you need to send me £75k to enable me to get the funds released.

Rogue Traders on TV? Have you spoken to your local trading standards department for advice? There may be other cases involving the dealer that they know of and may even be investigating. As said by others, Sale of Goods Act means that for 6 months from purchase the garage must PROVE that the fault was not present under "reverse burden of proof". I would contact trading standards and also write again to garage (recorded delivery) and give them 7 days to respond or face legal action. Hope you get a good result soon.

You say any thoughts welcome!!!! Maybe you should have thought about being a responsible person before taking your car to 140mph, especially with a brake judder ......the cause of which you have no idea. My thoughts are that you are a danger on the roads.

So many great looking cars but I think older cars pre computer designed lookalikes were some of the best. 1965 Alvis TF convertible was a lovely looking car but the Fiat 130 coupe 1971 was not only a fantastic looker but was also extremely well equipped. Pininfarina have always said it is one of the best they have put their name to.

Nothing to lose by getting prices from dealers and also P/X figure. Worth trying more than 1 dealer so you get a comparison then see what Lexus are offering in addition. Always worth a punt even if just to satisfy your curiosity. You don't need to actually complete a deal unless you feel it is too good to miss. I haven't had letter yet either and Lexus main dealer customer since 2002! Presume my Lex is too old!

When I had my Mk1 Sport, some years ago, I was told and also read that the engine was a de-tuned Supra engine.

The sport also had sport decals on rear quarterwindows and on bumper/skirt from what I remember but it is 6 years since I had mine so not 100% certain. I don't think V5 says sport though. Did the non sport have the 12 disc cd changer?

Rick could well be right so well worth a try. If not check battery and alternator. I don't think I would be wanting the guy to fiddle with taking seats out though!

Depends on your existing NCD, your previous driving record, your insurers. Maybe put all your details into an insurance site without declaring collision and then declare it and you will see what the difference is likely to be.

Sorry to hear that you have been in a collision.If it was your fault and the other driver is claiming via his insurance then you might as well claim too since your premium will be increased anyway, even if you have protected your NCD. Legally you need to notify your insurer anyway, even if you don't claim.

If you have 1 Steve (pref 2 as another is cracked) Could you let me know please?

that is exactly like the part I need for my GS430.

I think the plugs are 60k or 5 years, whichever is first but probably not really essential. You would probably know if they needed replaceing by performance and drop in fuel consumption.

I didn't say your examples i said your repeated use of "common sense should tell you" As has been seen before many times on here John, you seem to do a quick Google and then quote the parts that suit your point of view. You have stated that the 470mpg can be worked out with good maths skills but since you then refer me to BMW to get the maths formula I can only assume that your maths skills are not up to it. It must be somewhere on the internet that you can cut and paste? I certainly don't need to get a life as I have an excellent one thank you. Cheers Dave

1/ I know figures vary by driver etc but to try to equate electric power to mpg is a very strange thing for BMW, or whoever made the equation to do. Can you show me the equation? 2/If you check you will see that the companies authorised by the government to carry out these grant funded installations are NOT cowboys but well known names in the industry so common sense should really tell you that and they all carry 3 years warranty. 3/I would not be surprised how long it takes to recharge via a normal mains socket since it is made fairly clear in tests etc. It should not take any appliances down whilst charging since the power drawn is kept down by the device (2.4Kw/10amp) Agreed, not ideal situation but the car manufacturers make this method very clear in their attempts to sell the cars. You keep saying "common sense should tell you" but if you also did your research you might realise that in these examples it is not really valid. Anyway, I think we are agreed that whilst the Tesla is a big leap forward, there is still a long way to go both in technology and infastructure even though 28 new models of electric car are apparently due in the next 2 years!

the Tesla is not comaprable to the BMW i3 or CT200h i was comapring a full blown hybrid to an electric and used those two as examples. if you comapre the Tesla to a GS540h F-Sport hybrid the results will be the same. in that it will be cheaper to buy, maintian and run in the long which was my point. the i3 is offically stated to return around 470mpg combined yes its an electric but with good maths skills you can work out its distance in mpg based on distance travelled if you want to..see below. http://cars.uk.msn.com/reviews/bmw-i3-rex-range-extender-long-term-test-review-1 http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/bmw/i3/first-drives/bmw-i3-range-extender-first-drive-review British Gas came into the equation because one might need a charge point installed at thier home if they own an electic car and the UK govt has a subsidised funding scheme with british gas which gives electric car owners best deals on free home installation charge points which BMW or Tesla might not be included at the moment but there is a govt scheme in place with british gas for electric car owners. Always take the time of the day to do a little bit of research before you grab that keyboard Dave. The figure of 470mpg is ridiculous as it only has a 2 gallon tank and is said to do around 40mpg when running on that. Have you researched where the 470mpg figure came from? These electric cars can be plugged into a normal mains socket John so British gas do not need to be involved. If a 3Kw/16amp socket is required there are many companies other than British Gas who are authorised to install them under the Government funding initiative. Out of interest, most new electric cars, including BMW, will be compatible with funded charging units.

I looked at the article Stu but couldn't see anything to really suggest "a deal between oil companies and car manufacturers to not produce electric cars in earnest." Agree about the Tesla though....good looking car and use-able. I would imagine that if someone could afford to buy one then they would have the facility to charge it at home.

Not sure where British Gas enter the equation John? The range of the i3 is only 100 miles anyway. Also struggling to see how you reckon 470mpg?????? it runs on electricity which is not supplied in gallons. If the range extender engine is fitted it will return around 40mpg according to Autocar tests. The Tesla is not realistically comparable with the i3 or indeed the ct200h.

Never. If properly maintained they usually pass. I book mine in a month early and regard it as a fairly inexpensive safety check.

I would doubt if its original, maybe 2nd as batteries are unlikely to last 9 years. Pointless putting a battery in that is larger since the alternator etc will have been chosen at factory to be the best for the battery specified. I don't see why motorway traffic jams would cause your battery to lose charge? Best to get the battery tested (free at most places) and if it is no good replace with the specified battery.

Get the battery tested. How long have you owned the car?

Smooth enough. Don't know how it compares with LS400 as not driven one for years. I can't think of any common faults if properly maintained just wear/tear items. Pretty bombproof but as with all modern cars the odd sensor may be required at times. If you are anywhere near Sutton-on-Sea in Lincs you can have a try of mine to give you an idea.

Should be £295 parts/labour/vat at Lexus dealers without tensioner since your car is over 5 years old.

I've found them fine on the rear of my GS430.....really grippy and quiet. 245/40/18 at 33psi. Good on the new fuel, wet braking and noise ratings for tyres too.

Capitol Eco 7. No problem with grip etc. from E-Tyres. Made by Nexen.