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We’re considering buying a new Volkswagen California, or alternatively a T6 Transporter Kombi for conversion. Though the default choice would obviously to get a diesel (and is the only option for the Cali)...
We demanded a damp check before buying an 18 month old motorhome. Although the commentary noted a small area that would need to be rechecked in 3-6 months, the % figures given were 12% as the highest and...
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I had the head gasket on my Peugeot Boxer changed, but on the way home (after about five miles) it decided to lose power and cut out. No lights came on the dashboard, it just went dead. After a couple...
I bought a van from a dealer who said it had no warranty because it was part-exchange. After a month it has broken down and we are being told we should get the dealer to collect and give us our money back...
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I'm looking for a panel van to convert into a camper. It needs to be auto so I can share the driving with my wife and it has to be under 5.3m to be able to fit onto our drive fully. We have £5000 to spend.
Are there official times for specific jobs on a Volkswagen T5 Transporter? I have been charged what I think is an excessive price for changing the fuel pipe which was split.
 

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