Help please - is my car worth repairing? - Page 2

Ravinder · 15th June 2015, 18:07

And take them to trading standards

Billy1mate · 15th June 2015, 18:18

How much fuel is your fuel gauge showing?

jonc3725 · 15th June 2015, 21:24

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Originally Posted by Ravinder

And take them to trading standards

This as they are obviously not a proffesional outfit

Good luck with the repair

Chuckles · 16th June 2015, 05:01

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Originally Posted by chipsceola

Hi Karen a belated welcome to the 'club' I note this is your second 75 and that you joined way back in 2011 yet to date have posted just twice, both in this thread.

I cannot help but think of the money, time, effort and worry you could have saved by becoming more active here long ago.

General garages do not have the 'know how' to maintain our cars, and free really expert advice is available 24/7 from our members, and all for Free.

Don't become a stranger again, read the forums when you feel you have a problem, ask for advice before booking into any garage (unless one recommended here) and don't be shy or feel you're imposing, we hate to see people get poor advice or get ripped off intentionally or otherwise.

Follow this thread for best advice, and prove to yourself just how good the 'club' is.

I fully endorse this statement. I know .... mine is petrol, but thanks to the club and all its members it is still going strong and as far as I am concerned almost good and presentable as new!

barney bear · 16th June 2015, 05:33

The In Tank Pump (ITP) took me about 1 hour to change, and that was taking the plastic casing apart and just replacing the actual pump. Have your car removed from this so called garage imediately being sure to slap the mechanic on the way out. You could always try putting more diesel in it, as long as you are over 1/4 of a tank then that is USUALLY enough.

kaz5464 · 16th June 2015, 07:44

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Originally Posted by chipsceola

Hi Karen a belated welcome to the 'club' I note this is your second 75 and that you joined way back in 2011 yet to date have posted just twice, both in this thread.

I cannot help but think of the money, time, effort and worry you could have saved by becoming more active here long ago.

General garages do not have the 'know how' to maintain our cars, and free really expert advice is available 24/7 from our members, and all for Free.

Don't become a stranger again, read the forums when you feel you have a problem, ask for advice before booking into any garage (unless one recommended here) and don't be shy or feel you're imposing, we hate to see people get poor advice or get ripped off intentionally or otherwise.

Follow this thread for best advice, and prove to yourself just how good the 'club' is.

Hi, and thank you! I have learnt my lesson! I think I suffer the classic 'well the garage knows best', even though deep down I have my suspicions. I also think I must get the car fixed asap, as need a car, but have now managed over 3 months with no car, by getting lifts to work, using my son's car and biking to work (only 5 miles thankfully). So better late than never I have finally got in touch with the forum for advice!
I love my Rover 75 and everyone I meet who has one feels exactly the same. It's funny how many conversations you strike up at the petrol station with other Rover 75 owners!

kaz5464 · 16th June 2015, 07:48

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Originally Posted by barney bear

The In Tank Pump (ITP) took me about 1 hour to change, and that was taking the plastic casing apart and just replacing the actual pump. Have your car removed from this so called garage imediately being sure to slap the mechanic on the way out. You could always try putting more diesel in it, as long as you are over 1/4 of a tank then that is USUALLY enough.

I am sure the tank is about 2/3 full, but as it's been a few weeks, I may be wrong.
I am phoning the garage today to say I will be getting it removed. All sounds promising in getting it fixed

. It's been a stressful few weeks.

bubs · 16th June 2015, 07:51

If the car is low on diesel I would say fill it up and see what happens, as others have said it might just be the in tank fuel pump (which the garage probably didn't even know was there) that has given up and not pumping enough through fuel to the pump in the engine bay.

This would probably be the easiest check you can do to get instant results (or not). Other than that get in touch with one of the gurus local to you and they'll see you in the right direction.

Don't forget to ask for any old parts they have "replaced"

Kennyeth · 16th June 2015, 14:06

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Originally Posted by bubs

Don't forget to ask for any old parts they have "replaced"

I was just about to say that, I doubt they will still have the ECU they replaced but if you can get it there are a few on here that can check it out and tell you if it was faulty.
Ken.

casperdog21 · 16th June 2015, 15:22

I would agree with everything that you have been told off the forum members, if there is a problem with these cars someone will have had the problem before, with the help of this forum and marina brian who sorted out keys and electrics cossie dunk and others my car is still running and passed the test with no problems, so before spending silly money for repairs get onto the forum and take the advice given, good adice is free and its then up to you to take it or not

16th June 2015, 05:33	#15
barney bear This is my second home rover 75 Connoiseur diesel called Rosey Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Preston Posts: 8,096 Thanks: 1,878 Thanked 2,001 Times in 1,424 Posts	The In Tank Pump (ITP) took me about 1 hour to change, and that was taking the plastic casing apart and just replacing the actual pump. Have your car removed from this so called garage imediately being sure to slap the mechanic on the way out. You could always try putting more diesel in it, as long as you are over 1/4 of a tank then that is USUALLY enough. __________________ It is NEVER your fault, do not believe her when she says it is Real name Tony http://i1374.photobucket.com/albums/...ps5l6mhpix.jpg

16th June 2015, 07:51	#18
bubs Posted a thing or two ROVER 75 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Canvey Island, Essex Posts: 1,651 Thanks: 43 Thanked 163 Times in 134 Posts	If the car is low on diesel I would say fill it up and see what happens, as others have said it might just be the in tank fuel pump (which the garage probably didn't even know was there) that has given up and not pumping enough through fuel to the pump in the engine bay. This would probably be the easiest check you can do to get instant results (or not). Other than that get in touch with one of the gurus local to you and they'll see you in the right direction. Don't forget to ask for any old parts they have "replaced" Last edited by Dragrad; 16th June 2015 at 22:00.. Reason: Consecutive posts - Use the edit ;-)

15th June 2015, 18:07	#11
Ravinder This is my second home Rover 75 saloon x2, Rover 75 Tourer x2, Rover 220 Coupe Turbo Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Kirkcaldy, Fife Posts: 9,036 Thanks: 2,278 Thanked 2,852 Times in 1,718 Posts	And take them to trading standards

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Billy1mate Posted a thing or two 120d M Sport Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Sunny Weymouth Posts: 1,815 Thanks: 153 Thanked 142 Times in 121 Posts	How much fuel is your fuel gauge showing?

16th June 2015, 15:22	#20
casperdog21 Avid contributor rover 75 club se Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: sunderland Posts: 150 Thanks: 5 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts	I would agree with everything that you have been told off the forum members, if there is a problem with these cars someone will have had the problem before, with the help of this forum and marina brian who sorted out keys and electrics cossie dunk and others my car is still running and passed the test with no problems, so before spending silly money for repairs get onto the forum and take the advice given, good adice is free and its then up to you to take it or not