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[Web Version]( | [Update preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( [Facebook icon]( [Like]( [Twitter icon]( [Tweet]( [Forward icon]( [Forward]( [Does having more than 9 years no claims bonus lower your insurance or is that the limit?]( Posted by on 12 June, 2024 I have 29 years no claims bonus gained through various insurers and supported by Proof of Bonus documentation. In my experience most insurers, or quotes via online comparison sites, state their maximum allowed bonus is 9+ years. Whether or not any additional discount beyond 9 years entitlement is applied to the policy, the actual accrued years must have some bearing on the premium. The policy application process via unsuitable binary questions, or by unconvincing online chats/emails with Customer Service Representatives, can be contradictory and unhelpful. Is there any official guidance for clarity? [Read more →]( [I'm buying a car but it missed its first service - should I walk away?]( Posted by on 12 June, 2024 A local dealer here (Pisa, Italy) has three 2020 Kia Niro Hybrids for sale, all low kms (45k-60k), all midspec. They are all ex company cars and are all missing their first service. The salesperson explained that the company did not want to pay for the service, and as a consequence the Kia 7 year warranty is no longer valid. instead they offer the cars with a 12 month warranty with a local garage. I will confirm with Kia Italy tomorrow about the status of the official Kia warranty. But in the meantime, is missing the first running-in service a big issue with the Kia 1.6 GDI hybrid engine? [Read more →]( [Can I replace the lead acid battery in my car with a lithium battery?]( Posted by on 10 June, 2024 My diesel engine is a 1990 unit, can I just replace the lead acid battery for a lithium battery [Read more →]( [Can you repair diamond cut alloy wheels?]( Posted by on 10 June, 2024 Once water has got behind the lacquer finish of diamond cut wheels, can anything be done to reduce the rate of deterioration ? [Read more →]( [Can you charge an electric car to 100% from a public charge point?]( Posted by on 10 June, 2024 Can you charge your EV to 100 % from a public charge point? [Read more →]( [Is buying a high mileage Porsche Macan Turbo a risk?]( Posted by on 10 June, 2024 I am thinking of buying a 2014 Porsche Macan Turbo with 122000 miles on the odometer. The car has had the transfer box sorted which is a known problem plus the timing chain and thermostat, would there be anything else to look out for? It is around £6000 cheaper than other lower mileage examples. Do you think it is worth it? [Read more →]( You received this email because you signed up to our mailing list. If you’re not interested in receiving our newsletter any more, you can: [Edit your subscription]( | [Unsubscribe]( Honestjohn.co.uk 5 New Street Square London United Kingdom EC4A 3TW