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  1. metcars
    I assume the customer is expecting you to pay for this latest huge repair? What if you applied a little 'inertia' to the payment process?
  2. metcars
    Agree! Also, getting your car MOT'd every year doesn't count as a full service history!
  3. metcars
    The thing I've seen is a tray about the size of a cat litter tray. You set off the chemicals and stick it in the car overnight. Comes with a warning sticker. In the US they have something similar to kill 'bugs and critters'
  4. metcars
    I've got a focus here at the moment that has a strong stale smoke odour. To be fair its the worst I've had, guy must have been in a family of chain smokers. Now, I seem to remember there is a 'chemical thing' you can leave in the car overnight to get rid of the smell, anyone used it?
  5. metcars
    +1
  6. metcars
    This! Build it up again, many of us have had to do it at one time or another. If you think things are bad wait until you get divorced! lol
  7. metcars
    This makes interesting reading? https://tech2.guru/vauxhall-m32-6-speed-manual-transmission/ Is the van your own personal transport of 'stock'?
  8. metcars
    I've had a similar problem. I found a windscreen guy that would give me a decent discount if I took the car to his workshop which happens to be about a mile from me. But sometimes the repairs are better than others. The excuse offered is usually something to do with how long the chip has been exposed to dirt and contaminents?
  9. metcars
    I don't know anyone that's had any luck with these, but if the price is right it might be worth a punt?
  10. metcars
    Well if anyone can figure it out, let me know?
  11. metcars
    Does anyone know about this new Insurance Act coming into force on 12 August?
  12. metcars
    Too much 'skullduggery' still going on with salvage. And as already mentioned, not enough profit margin. I've noticed Autotrader are now indicating cars that are 'written off' but I don't think private buyers still really understand
  13. metcars
    I've been pondering the possibility of having another string to my bow by starting car delivery alongside my car sales. I've dealt with many 'trade plate' drivers over the years and understand the job. I seem to spend a lot of time around car auctions anyway and I feel it could be a good fit?
  14. metcars
    This is exactly the attitude to take
  15. metcars
    Which is exactly why the auction houses dont want to return to the 'bad old days' when they had to dance to the tune of the motor trade. I'm a 'home trader', what's the problem? Or are we all being tarred with being illegal traders now, regardless...
  16. metcars
    I suppose its up to car dealer magazine to decide if they are going to encourage start ups and offer advice and support or pull up the metaphorical ladder?
  17. metcars
    Because there's no such thing as 'trade' auction any more. Everyone is 'trade' nowadays, everyone wants to pay wholesale price; its a thing! costco and Makro are also booming, same issue. Sadly buying 'trade/wholesale' is no longer a secret society
  18. metcars
    I don't think there's many cars currently advertised for under £1000 that would pass a Halfords 'special' inspection!
  19. metcars
    Well, primarily a trade account means cheaper buyers fees as buying privately is vastly expensive. You'll get the v5 as opposed to being forced to register in your name
  20. metcars
    Looks like Manheim have gone the same way as BCA and now offer a range of cards depending on your buying level, which probably makes more sense. Not sure how the 'buyers fees' compare as yet. Manheim have dropped the yearly subscription fee for first time set up.
  21. metcars
    Doesn't sound too bad for a KA?
  22. metcars
    Depends how good the operator is? Usually if you keep your eyes and ears open you will find who your local traders use. Large auction sites can be a useful resource as lots of trades people are often around; locksmiths, screen chips, wheel refurb etc.
  23. metcars
    Interesting as they offer these services to sellers prior to sales and again to buyers after. Kerching!
  24. metcars
    I'm surprised they didn't ask for a 'trade to trade' deal. Because these days "everyone" wants to buy at trade price and then claim to be 'private' if there's a problem!
  25. metcars
    I agree, you'll end up re-doing everything they've done