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Hello Iain, Are you equipped tools and knowledge wise to correct these faults? Probably coolant temperature sender - possibly signalling incorrect mixture requirements to the ECU, and resulting in P130A.

Seek out an independent with a good reputation.

Try IM axles. They supply (good quality in my experience) subframes for some marques. Audi?? Let us know how you get on Dave. Kind regards, Gareth.

Hello Steve, On the basis of healthy differences of opinion, I would never use a pressure washer on car paintwork. Yes, I know people do and have done, but you have to be experienced in pressure adjustment and distances of lances from paintwork. There is plenty of evidence to attribute lacquer delamination on their use. Just think what a pressure washer does for your concrete patios/drives! Kind regards, Gareth.

Hello Iain, I would not do any ‘suspecting’ at this stage, and I think your intention of seeking a second opinion is sound. Please let us know how you get on. Kind regards, Gareth. p.s. Petrol or diesel?

If only all speed limit signs were obvious! Favourite in these parts (where the cyclists overtake you in a 20mph zone) is to place the limit sign, just a few yards ahead of a roundabout, where your attention is ‘distracted’ by observing traffic movements on the roundabout. Kind regards, Gareth.

There’s your answer then - simplyreturn it for them to sort out your discontents.

Hello Roshin, Bought from a dealer, or private sale?

Any progress or comment Joel?

Thanks Ivo, Sorry, but I’m getting a bit lost on your interpretation of ‘Cold start’ - and your dissatisfaction with it - whatever ‘it’ is. Kind regards, Gareth.

Welcome Ivo, Are you saying it is difficult to start from cold? If so, does the starter turn the engine over enthusiastically? I would not be too concerned about a lack of increase in revs at cold start, until we have answers to the above. When was the car last serviced? Kind regards, Gareth.

Thanks Steve, Now you get the logic then. The suffix letters are issued in alphabetical order as (possibly minor) changes take place around the same basic part. Alternative suffix letter to G might fit, but… If it were mine, I would want to look at the part and determine exactly what is wrong with it, and being plastic, if it can be repaired, before committing to acquiring expensive parts. Kind regards, Gareth.

What parts do you want David, and have you yet been into P in M website?

Thanks Steve, Have you tried my last paragraph suggestion? Kind regards, Gareth.

Welcome Leighton from the Homeland, I think Cliff has a fair point, otherwise it would be difficult to justify why you would want it to be connected while in their workshop - unless you don’t trust them. If that is the case, then you would be better off searching for an alternative trusted garage - such as an independent. I think many people would need some convincing about the benefit of having a 6 year old car serviced at a main dealer, unless you have some out of manufacturer’ warranty that ties you into doing that. Kind regards, Gareth.