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by Alanf
Fri Sep 07, 2018 10:39 am
Forum: Off-Topic Chat
Topic: Age Profile
Replies: 6
Views: 10513

Re: Age Profile

54. I had my NSX til 3 years ago, so I don't think you give up on the powerful stuff at 40.
You do, however, give up on congested roads, stop-start traffic, pot-holes and bad driving.
The 1.5 is quick enough for UK roads, so I'll be sticking with the softer suspension and auto box, thanks.

Alan
by Alanf
Thu Sep 06, 2018 3:26 pm
Forum: Main Skoda Karoq chat
Topic: Auto wipers
Replies: 6
Views: 7513

Re: Auto wipers

It sounds like they're one and the same.
My my18 SEL has auto wipers, but they're referred to as "rain sensor" in the brochure.
These were standard on the SE so the SEL has them too.

Hope this helps.

Alan
by Alanf
Tue Sep 04, 2018 3:33 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Boot light/torch
Replies: 2
Views: 5940

Boot light/torch

Does anyone know how to get the torch back after it's fallen down the back of the trim panel? I can get the boot-lip cover off easily enough but can't see any way to get the side panel off. It seems like a great idea but the retaining part is pretty flimsy. Any help in avoiding the dealer would be a...
by Alanf
Tue Sep 04, 2018 3:15 pm
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Greetings from the new kid
Replies: 1
Views: 3229

Greetings from the new kid

Just signed up. Had my 1.5 SEL DSG since April. It was bought to replace a Mercedes C300h diesel hybrid. I'm losing 8mpg and 2 seconds to 60, but it's more comfortable, quieter, smoother to drive, spacious inside and it's easier to fit in a parking space. But the wheels are a pain to clean. Apart fr...