Car Babble is what happens when a car enthusiast watches one too many car reviews on KZread and thinks, “hmmm, maybe I could do that?”
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Yup same scam.
Every car I have sold I used eBay - whilst it does attract more weirdos it does allow you to force potential scammers via the eBay message system. Once I have their number I call them. You can tell a lot about a person within the first few seconds. Your cut instinct isn't perfect, but it's a great initial gatekeeper.
When anybody asks me 'what is the best price you will take for it?' I always answer that if they come to see it and test drive it they will see it is well worth the price I am asking for it.
i own model y, its been a month, and i don't miss a thing about buttons /shrug , also try latest FSD, you will never want to go back, I don't.
Thanks. Unfortunately full FSD not available in the UK yet. My car has it, but not legal.
I recently saw a nice Audi A4 Avant for sale on auto trader. The number plates were blanked out so I e mailed the seller and asked for the registration and explained that I wanted to do a HPI check, look at MOT history and get an idea of the insurance costs. He sent me an e mail back saying that he would provide the registration in case I was trying to clone his car….. Surely a scam?
You need the Enhauto sexy knob. One knob that does it all. That sounds really funny 😂. Did the new update help in any way? It’s just come out.
Holy moly that's an ace mod! Might need to look at that. Thank you!
2:45 OMG I thought the one bubble/blister I have would be a nuisance, but you have a 3rd degree burn victim! 😱 And like they say "there is an app for that", in car world there is the aftermarket for that (buttons etc.). I have a phone mount behind the wheel and the Commander/Sexy-buttons from Enhauto, so I have a speedometer in front of me (if I'm not using Waze constantly 😂) and I have buttons I can map to functions... Well, I also have their Knob, so I guess I'm a sucker for their gear. 😔😋 Your stalk sounds like a monday-morning product, because it only needs one index finger to activate. AC air flow: you haven't split your vent flow yet? Use two fingers to split your AC flow, in a zoom out way. Maybe that will give you the control over the flow you are looking for.
Thanks for the comment! No, I've not done that with the AC splitting them but will give that a whirl. I've a few aftermarket things going in but mainly cosmetic.
Always great video car 🚗 content would u get the free upgrade for the matrix lights
Thanks Mark! Yes, I have the matrix LEDs. Absolute game changer!
@@car_babble thanks very much for reply great car channel
had a scammer recently when selling my classic mk1 ford escort via autotrader got a text about my ad asking all about the car etc he said that it was a suprise for his son who had just graduated from uni and he is car mad i questioned him about the suitabillity of my car for a young man but hedid not respond to this he said he will give me full asking price but as he is working offshore he would have his agent pick up the car but as he is offshore he would pay me by paypal and if i did not have paypal he would instruct me how to set up so i looked up online to discover others have been duped if not a son a wife or daughter buyers have protection not sellers the scam is to pay by papal have the car picked up the tell paypal they have not recieved the car get a refund plus the car i contacted autotrader they told me that they never text and only use their online and secure phone and advised that this was a scam so text this guy and told him to fcuk off
Love our model 3 long range, but I still love my MX5 just as much too. I thought I would like the autopilot on fast roads but I’ve found it’s amazing in stop start traffic and roadworks, which makes these so much more relaxing. Great video!
Thanks Jon!
When i sell cars. I always ask the customers to check hpi check and check all the vehicles before you buy
Trust your gut.... If it smells a funny colour.... run!
They are trying to get you to stick in the card details, especially the 3 digit number on the back.
I felt sorry for my friend who i worked with who was selling his Audi S5.A guy from up country (we are in the south) rang him to say he,s very interested and its just what he has been looking for blah blah and asked if he could come down and view it the next day.My friend gave him his address and time when its convenient for him (fatal move).When my friend woke up the next day the car was missing off his drive.They came down overnight and stole it obviously with one of those scanners to get into it and drive off.My friend had so much information about this guy yet the Police didn,t do anything and still to this day its never been found.
Jeepers that's so sad.
Thinking about doing the very same thing, but I’m wondering if I should go for a 2022 with the AMD chip instead of the INTEL Atom. I’m worried future updates might not work so well on the lesser processor.
I think I'll stick with my old and trusted S204.
2017 T6 R with a Pstar tune here. I love my car! So happy to have it!
Beast!!
A Mercedes-Benz with fake leather, please explain how that is a luxury brand?
Yeah that's a fair point. Mercedes are good at perceived quality but not always actual quality.
Stage 1 on D4 give you 270hp because its the same engine as D5, and stage 1 is cheaper then Polestar.
Cunning! 😀
I have the exact same toothbrush lol great review 😂
Haha battery is crap on the toothbrush. Thankfully not the car!
@carbabble I've taken the plunge and bought a Model 3 Performance, I might do a similar video with my wife!!
Ooft that'll be an interesting one with the family! 🤣
I have a US-spec 2018 Model 3 RWD with 60K miles. Anyone know what kind of battery it has? Also, it is already paid for and planning to keep for another family member. Seeking advice if it’s worthwhile upgrading to MY2024 Model 3 RWD Long Range? Many thanks!
Hiya, I believe it's a 50 kWh 360 V lithium-ion. The extra power of the long range is noticeable and very useful but the RWD is still quick enough for most. I've not been in the 2024 highland but it seems to have gotten better in some areas but not dramatically. Hope that helps!
Glad to have found your channel and enjoy your humor and lack of hyperbole and excessive drama other KZreadrs believe will increase their viewership. Will be a long-term subscriber. Wish you 1M subscribers < 12 months!!! Cheers mate!
Hi there, thank you so much for the feedback and sub. Look forward to sharing more content with you!😊
I was looking to finance that car. Thanks for the review
You're welcome!
I’ve had one of these. Best car I’ve ever owned.
Awesome! 😎
The mk7 Sportwagons are the best!
Wagons rule!
Just to note, I had a bit of footage that got corrupted and had to be left out of the final cut where I acknowledge more about the other reason I think this could be the last great Golf (comparing more to the MK8), which is simply because the interior quality is better in the MK7/ 7.5 and so when you add the infotainment changes that came with the MK8, this is why. Plus, I think it looks better. Full disclosure, I haven't driven the MK8, but I've been in one!
Great video! Been following your channel for a while and I am considering buying a new car between Octavia or BMW 320i. In terms of riding and comfort, do you think Skoda comes close to the BMW in drive quality and for comfort do you think seats and lumbar support also edge it? I also have back problem so want lumbar, but I've been hearing bmw have some of the best seats
Thanks for the comment! The seats in the Octavia were definitely better by quite some distance, for me anyway. The suspension is very firm on both but would probably say I found it marginally more annoying in the Skoda, however, either car on an open road will not be terrible but around town it'll be proper firm and fidget.. For the F or G 3 series, I just don't rate the seats at all, though, but mainly because they are too firm for me and as I usually buy used cars, finding ones with lumbar support is a challenge. If I'd had this in my F30, it would have made a big difference but the Octavia definitely wins on seats in my opinion.
Got the 220d GLC AMG same as this, slightly less engine power. Honest view from me. Great car, love it. Don't find the 220d underpowered at all, plenty of power and torque (more than enough than I need and I've owned an SLK), no problem overtaking. Good fuel economy as well, nearly 50mpg if careful and on eco setting. Engines are a bit noisy at idle compared to say BMW, but not really an issue. As you say fine when on the move. Suspension a good mix of smooth but firm, much better suspension than X3, which is a bone shaker (took one back and went for GLC instead). I've had a few Mercs and found them reliable but I have had a problem with the GLC people should be aware of on the diesels. They get the dreaded Adblue problem every few months, where it says there's no Adblue in but it's full, then it says it will switch the engine off at the end of 400 miles (everything works fine but its set up to switch off if Euro6 not complied with). It's been back to garage on warranty for repairs but that lasted only 2 months and the dreaded nessage has just re-appeared. I've googled fixes and it appears it can be sorted but garage's seem to get locked in a loop of trying to fix them if not done properly. So great car, ticks all my boxes but could someone give in trying to live with this Adblue glitch?
Really appreciate you taking the time to give me such detailed feedback. Bit of a shocker on the Adblue though! Silly things like that can undermine everything good about a car.
@@car_babble yeah it's a real pity. Still love the car and under warranty but if they don't solve the adblue glitch you have to wonder what to do.
I posted today an ad on Craiglist, I am selling my car, I got 3 people contacting me, the first one just mention the model of my car and price... I said " who is this?" and because it was taking to loong to respond... I block her/him. Later two more "prospect buyers' asked me to send them the report.... I didn't have a clue what they were referring to, they send me a link and explained about it.... I only checked it and saw that I had to pay to get the report and said "NO, I won't buy any report for you", they insisted that they wanted to go ahead with the deal but if I do not provide the report they wont go further. I said again, NO, I won't buy any report, if you want, I will provide the VIN number for you to buy it. they insisted... I said "Bye" and block them.
Does it make a good tow car. I have a 1300kg caravan.
You'll just about manage to tow that but not much more. Personally I think the engine will be too laboured.
Hello . Audi Q7 2016 2.0. Can I use AI 92 gasoline?
What country are you in? Not sure I know the definitive answer to this one.
2013 V60 D5 R-Design LUX NAV Owner here; i like how the two things you turned off are the same things i did with mine; they just don't work right, but all the other stuff i leave on :D - I would in future avoid r-design spec due to how stiff its setup; get se lux etc and get it specd up :) There very little to complain about in real terms, yes the info system is showing its age, but it works and is still for the nav getting map updates. The boot on the V60 is only 430L which in estate land is small; the newer 2018+ V60's have a far better boot but are not a Volvo to me. Its hard to look at replacements when this car does things so well.
Totally agree with all that. I see the V60 a bit more like a large hatchback but we still managed to get by as our main family car when our kids were in buggies. I really miss this car, more than any other I've had.
Dont wave your hands so much, thats a sign of a politician 😂. It is a cool car for sure, but im finding i like older cars more thesedays, they've got a nostalgic charm and smell. Good video pal
Don't think I can change that I'm afraid. Just part of how I communicate. Glad you enjoyed the review though.
@@car_babble was just kidding mate 👍🏾
Great and honest review, thanks for sharing your insights. I bought 250d amg line premium plus a few months ago and must say it’s still a great and up to date car. What I truly hate is engine sound… damn… sounds like old ford vans 😂 I owned 2016 audi a6 and it was way better.
Thanks for the comment. Yeah it's a good car for the most part but they need to work on the refinement!
Estaría genial que se pudiera traducir al español o a cualquier idioma este vídeo. ¿Existe algo que pueda traducirlo de forma oral? Yo tengo un Mini eléctrico full equip y lo que más me decepciona es el sonido del equipo de música Harman Kardon. Y es que al yo ser audiófilo y tener un sistema que iguala al modelo Level 2 en precio (40.000€) me gustaría por lo menos que tuviera un equipo Mark Levinson del mismo grupo empresarial. Pero también entiendo que no todo el mundo se compran un equipo de música antes que un coche, al menos en cuanto a un precio similar, como para necesitar un equipo de música equivalente dentro del coche
Thanks for the comment. Unfortunately KZread won't let me copy and paste your message into English!
Well done! I'm purchasing one exactly like this one and its great to see all this info before. Cheers!
Hope it works out for you!
i just inherited a 2017 one of these with 32,000 km on it ,i love it and agree with you on the spongy brakes and the noise when it ticks over is louder than my fiat van! but very silent when driving but other than that its a super motor ,im not sure yet will i keep it as i have an old van i use for getting around ,but damm its a nice car, although mercedes tell me its due a gearbox service and general service and im a little worried it will cost me my left arm! to keep on the road !!
Just take it to an independent mate. You'll save a fortune on the service. That's unless you've got an extended warranty?
@@car_babble no I don't think so it's been serviced at 8200 ,13271,19368,22549 and 26000 since it was bought new in 2017 and today has 32000 on the clock
Great vid again, CB. I was saying very early on in ownership (MY) that it was 90% incredible and 10% awful, and I still feel pretty much the same. Looking forward to your next video update...
Thanks again Hoppo! I think that's a really great way to look at the good Vs bad. Is definitely more incredible vs awful but thankfully stacked on the incredible.
In addition to keyless entry - having them linked to a profile is great - get into the car in easy entry mode and the seat is set back and the steering wheel adjusted out of the way - touch the brake and everything is adjusted automatically to your preferences! Share the car? Add a profile and a keycard or mobile and never have to squeeze behind the wheel again! Also for newer cars the Bluetooth can sense when you and yr phone are behind it and open the boot - no waggy legs! Lastly the phone can be in range of the car but not in use - say on the bedside overnight and the car knows this and automatically disconnects - helping to reduce the chance of theft. Then there’s pin to drive….. at this point my partner has either hit me or fallen asleep! Glad you’re enjoying the car - they’re not perfect but brilliant at the same time! Subscribed
Thanks for the comment and sub Kurt! That is such a cool. May have to include in my next 5 cool features video 😁
I just got a 2022 model 3 long range yesterday because of your original video with this vehicle! I am so glad I did and am excited to follow you along the way! 🙏
Love reading comments like this. Enjoy 😊
Another great video Ewan! Yeah, I’m feeling the same with our Y (love it). Have you experienced phantom braking yet?
Thanks Paul! Yes, I have experienced the phantom braking. I'll be covering this in another video soon. It's super annoying
Just rewatched my video and realised my sodding old branded intro graphic somehow made it into the video by mistake. That's annoying my OCD massively. I won't bother delete and repost but hopefully you look past it! 🤣
Smartphone wheels ...😀😀😀 nice one
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As a frugal person who hasn't got rid of his CD collection, I've put them on a 2TB SSD in FLAC format with album art. Partitioned correctly, you have the TeslaCam for security recordings and the other for music. I've tested album art of 3000*3000 and it gets scaled to fit what Tesla displays. Oh, and I save 120€ a year. 😊
Nicely done!
Ooooh, I like I like. Gonna have to do that. Thanks for the info.
@@johnnyquid-xj4kk A rough measure for SSD size: 0.8TB is about 20k songs and about 60 days of music. (24 hours) That's anywhere between 85000 and 140000km of driving distance. 🤣😎👍
@@TheJAMF that's more than plenty. all trance too.
No need to hand your phone over or the key card that smartarse in the meeting thought of that as well. There is a function in the app called security and drivers. Select the manage drivers option. This allows you to share access i.e. the mobile phone key to their account. Have your wife download the tesla app create an account. Then share the virtual key with her. you can share with 5 others I think. She then has her own key for the car.
Then she'll have her own profile too, with seat, steering column and mirror set to her liking.
Great info, thank you!
This is so great 😂
Glad you enjoyed 😊
f pace does have a bigger boot and may have better handling , but as it will be in a land rover garage for most of the time you own it , due to the amount of the time its not working , just buy a Mercedes and now you have a bit of class.
The reliability of an F Pace is definitely a possible deal breaker.
Great vid
Thanks!
For me i would add 1. Low profile tyres 2. No spare tyre or even space for it 3. Electronic handbreaks 4. Manual handbrakes on the passenger side of the car 5. Lane keep assist 6. Overly eco engines that struggle when cold to maintain revs 7. Rear and front tyres on the same car with different profiles 8. Cars that bong if you start the engine before putting your belt on 9. Auto gearboxes (i just don't like them 😂)
Haha some good ones there!