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If you ignore the double points fiasco, really we're only in the same situation we should've been anyway, as this was going to be a 20 race season. It's still a shambles, but those are the rules and whilst we will no doubt look back with disgust if Rosberg does win that way, history will still view him as a rightful WC.

Put a 5w-40 in it if you can find a decent one (NOT Magnatec, basically). Don't get into the habit of using the oil pressure gauge for anything other than a 'Do I actually have any pressure?' gauge. Whilst it can help with figuring out how much oil you have left, you really should never use it for that purpose until you know your particular car much, much better. I used to be able to work out when mine needed a top-up via that method, but I always confirmed with regular dipsticking too. As you've already found out, it can be pretty much okay even though you have naff all oil in there!

And far be it from me to be the PC one!

What bothers me more than anything is that after seeing this posted on FB, I saw so many people (and I mean at least 95%) assume that black or Asian = muslim, and then went on a racist rant that I shan't repeat on here. Maybe the attacher was, maybe he wasn't, but even I'm a little scared that so many people are making that leap straight away. I assume that's because of what happened to Lee Rigby, and the current issue with ISIS/ISIL. Anyways, hope the lad gets better soon.

Ah, the joys of buying a car from Birmingham...! If you bought it from a garage forecourt, and you have it in writing that he's in the trade then don't worry. Note that he's trying to cover himself by using the terms 'trade sale' and 'sold as seen': He clearly has no idea how the law works at all! It's only a trade sale if he's selling to someone in the trade, and as you're not then sold as seen has zero weight. He's dodgy little man who is going to try and weasel his way out of everything, I can promise you that now.

That's the problem. If the positions were reversed you know damn well that's exactly what Roscheat would do, because he can't beat Lewis in a straight fight and will take the title anyway he can. Lewis however wouldn't dream of that, which arguably makes his position weaker.

Yup, we can all see it coming a mile off. And it won't be down to racing, or contact, it'll be a mechanical retirement issue.

Screw you Roscheat, great job Lewis!

Normally I'd agree, but I'm not sure he can. Is there any actual problem with the car? I don't think so, so unless it's now making huge grinding noises there's no grounds for rejection. Frustrating, as I totally agree with you in the possible damage, but the law would not agree with the OP here.

Top man, will grab it later

F1's on man! What channel? Might catch it on demand if poss.

He's always been a legend

No panic, you're as covered as you can be at this point. Check the oil level. It'll be very low and under the min limit, so top up to the max level. Inform the garage in writing of this, and keep a very close eye on the level over the next couple thousand miles. If it stays roughly the same, then don't worry about it. If you burn through more than 500ml in 1k miles, then tell the garage and see what their move is. If you burn 1l in 1k miles then you have a serious issue, and should start thinking about rejection. Your car may be fine, or it may not. You won't know for now, so just keep an eye on it and fingers crossed.

R888s sidewalls are quite stiff, but I personally find them really good for feel. Try dropping the pressures massively, I ran them about 10psi less on the Zed and about 8psi less on the MR2. Doesn't take long to get hear into them to get them to expand. Bet it's a blast though!

Good shout, I assumed polished but if it proper chrome then Darren's plan is spot-on

Autosol and some 00 wire wool, then just Autosol on a microfibre should work. Will take a while though! When you're done, get some LSP on it like FK1000P to protect it.

Mixed tyres

They can send you a cheque all they want, all you need to do is throw it in the bin and call & email them confirming that you are not accepting their settlement figure at this time. Where is the car right now? If it's in a yard waiting to be scrapped, they're paying storage costs so want it shifted ASAP, hence them trying to push you. If it's on your drive, I'd be trying to secure it best I could. Am I reading this correctly that THEY sent YOU some adverts, 3/4 of which were above their settlement offer? If that's the case, then I would send them an email stating that even their adverts are proving your case. Unless your car was covered for the value of the mods, then you have to value it as a standard car I'm afraid. Do me a favour, PM me with the amounts we're talking about here and the company involved, I can probably help you more that way. Only if you want to, of course.

It's a Merc, it'll breakdown with electrical issues long before you get to that speed

One of the reasons you're better off just leaving your car keys out for them to take: No car is worth a life. Unless it's a McLaren P1. Then you fight that sucker for all you can.

I had no idea the 5Ls were that cheap now, that's great news

Nico is about as exciting as a retarded parsnip. He's also a cowardly cheat. Lewis can be a sulky git (often!), but he's twice the racer of Nico and waaaaay more entertaining to watch drive.

Booooo Roscheat

I've not commented so far, but this thread is full of awesome. Your car looks ace, good work bud

I tend to keep an eye on the leagues more than watch it, as Scottish football isn't known for its quality... Nah, I just like that we've seen some different names in the top spots, makes a nice change from just always one or t'other up there. I think Scottish football will be poorer for having Celtic or Rangers winning everything again.