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I managed a year with my Honda Jazz. It was objectively fantastic and I couldn't fault it, but I never really gelled with the driving experience. As I did most of my miles in it compared to my other cars, I decided to get something a bit more fun. I considered loads of options and ended up...

I know that lots of members have modified vehicles so I'm hoping that they can help. I'd like recommendations for insurance companies (not brokers) that will cover a modified vehicle, please. I already have a good broker but the downside is that I can't edit my policy instantly online without...

I’m considering a second gen Honda Jazz as a dog car. Probably cars from around 2012 - 2014 and it would be a 1.4 manual (the 1339cc engine that you also see listed as a 1.3). Does anyone have experience with them, good or bad? The flexibility of the rear seat is one of the main attractions...

I can't reply to posts/new threads in https://z4-forum.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=12 For example, I was going to post a link in the S65 swap thread to a related discussion in E85 / E86 Z4 discussion to help the OP but I don't see a way to reply. Three threads there this year have views but zero...

I'm going to Caffeine & Machine on 21/09 for Strassenkultur - I just bought tickets. I'll be driving down from Stafford in convoy with my dad - me in the E86 and him in his recently purchased 911 :D Is anyone else going? Would you like to meet up and arrive together? We should get to the area...

For those that have been, is Strassenkultur accepting of any German car? I.e., would my stock E86 be fine or do you really need to take something modified? I'm considering going on 21st September: https://caffeineandmachine.com/event/strassenkultur-12/ Follow up question :wink: If I go, is...

This is a weekly event and if I go on Thursday (I plan to), it'll be my first time checking it out. I'm thinking of taking the zed and going in convoy with my dad in his E93 M3. 6pm onwards at Llynclys Hall Farm, A483, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY10 8AD. Facebook links...

A couple of times recently I've seen a vehicle on a trailer with half of the vehicle's number plate taped over. Is this to prevent ANPR picking up the vehicle in transport in case, maybe, it (legitimately) has no tax and/or MOT?

I expect that some of you have already done this, so I'm hoping for some pointers, please. My garage gets too cold in winter (zero degrees Celsius - I don't think that it has ever dropped lower, though) and it can become too humid. The humidity is caused, I think, because I have a really wide...

After five years of ownership (from new) and almost 20,000 miles I let my M135i go at the end of June in favour of a 2018 Mini JCW. I've been looking for a little while (OK, quite a long while) and was close to buying an Abarth 695 Rivale. Eventually I managed to find a well optioned, low...

As per subject, video link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iw44wXv6QgM It's the second of a three part series where the guys are trying to trade up to a better car. They did a bit of work on it and we find out next week how much they sell it for. Worth a watch, IMO.

I don't watch a lot of Shmee's videos because although some of his content is interesting I find that his on camera character grates on me. However, this two part chat he did with Jonny Smith is very watchable and it's hard to not be impressed with Tim's work ethic and approach to business. I...

Before I put new wheels on my coupe I'm having all my calipers and carriers refurbed. BCS Automotive near Nottingham has done the refurbishment and painting. I opted for the remanufacture service, replacement of rubber parts, and high end painting. I gave BCS the paint code for the car (which is...

I had no idea that this was a thing (outside of monster truck arena shows): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Nasi6z5IqM

A friend gave me a kit to grow chillies from seed at Christmas so I'm trying to grow several varieties. It's the first time I've done it so I'm making mistakes and learning as I go. I planted a few in mid-March and successfully germinated them. I didn't get many of one variety I particularly...

Very exciting delivery today courtesy of the great people at BM Autosport. They won't be on my car for another few weeks so I had to post up a picture now. Genuine BMW Style 152 individual 18":

I did a search and saw that some members have one of these, but I'm wondering if anyone has actually used it in the case of a puncture and how they got on? BMW's mobility kit is in excess of £100 whereas this is a much more palatable £30. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00BP5E7KI If you have one...

Collecting Cars has an 8C Spider up at the moment. Video overview/review on Collecting Cars' YouTube channel Collecting Cars auction listing - you'll need deep pockets

I'm going to have some time available this summer. In short, after the write off that was 2020, I saved up as much as I could and have decided to quit my job and enjoy life for a few months then figure things out later this year. There's a few car-themed places I'd like to visit and I'm hoping...

Has anyone been watching this? Some of the races were fantastic entertainment. Anyway, it's all here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7sUIPVISVjJ8eBTsu0W947XFyuwQxt09 Enjoy!