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23 minutes ago, desertdude said:

Nothing in regards to the steering is electronically controlled so the fuses thing is just a placebo or coincidence. 

You most probably overtime just got used to the stiffer steering.

Yes maybe.. But i read somewhere that it might be something related to the ECU and the speed data not updated between ECUs. Hence someone suggested to do the fuse in and out. 

On 11/21/2018 at 12:37 PM, Gaurav said:

Also if the car was sitting for a while, everything becomes little out of order so drive for a week and see any improvement before spending further.

My Pajero sitting for a month and a half had some rattling noise, tight steering, and hard braking which got normal after a couple of drives.

This solution kind of worked.

But the major difference was by just fixing all the fuses in the fuse box. 

Steering wheel oil etc was all right levels. 

Brilliant post! Thanks for the detail information! 

This is going to be very helpful for a lot of people! 

But its a Manual.

1 hour ago, Radhika said:

Sure, we can try it out.

I am not sure whether you have heard of Mleiha Museum. http://www.discovermleiha.ae/

It's a great place to visit & very educational for kids as well. The location is very picturesque. 

Post the visit to the museum you can drive inside a bit and there are small enclosed spaces which are a bit rocky and sandy where you can do BBQ and camp as well. The best part is its only an hours drive from Dubai. 

https://goo.gl/maps/wrvXAFHSFGR2 

17 minutes ago, Frederic Nuyttens said:

In my opinion the Wadi's in UAE are not really worth a visit anymore. Either they are dry, or they are full of garbage and too many people. If you are up to driving a bit further down to Oman then please read on.

We did both Wadi Tiwi and Wadi Shab in Oman a few weeks back and they are simply stunning. Both can be done with young kids but involves a busy day hiking, climbing and swimming. We also camped on the beach in Oman because it is still allowed.

Lots of information can be found online by googling them. The OMAN Offroad books that you can buy in the bookshop are even better as they provide more detailed information.

Oman is always a great option! Its a beautiful place to explore if you have a 4x4. 

Do you prefer a location which is a mix of desert and mountains? Since you mentioned that you wanna avoid sandy places or was it a reference to beach. 

Hey @Radhika advance Happy Bday to you! 🌹

Do all of you have a 4x4? Or there are some Sedans as well? 

How far are you willing to drive? Or do you want someplace within an hour drive? 

Btw i haven't heard of this Wadi Siji. Share some photos or info that you have heard. 

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Tomini Classics proudly presents this superlative 599 GTB Nibbio Zagato, one of nine cars built, and the only example of the series to ever be equipped with a manual gearbox.

DETAILS

STOCK NOFER-078

YEAR2007

BODYCOUPE

ENGINE5,999CC V12

EXTERIORDARK BLUE

INTERIORBLUE

MILEAGE26,772 KILOMETRES

TRANSMISSIONMANUAL

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Anyone renewing their car after August 2018 must have received a lifetime car registration card (Mulkiya). Good move towards a sustainable future.

Now everyone can renew their car online. Old cars need passing as usual. But once you have the passing done everything else is online!

4 minutes ago, Gaurav said:

Did you check your tire pressure? Any recent work is done on steering / suspension....?

How does tire pressure matter? Like the steering to be that stiff tire pressure has to be real low right? 

Yes just got work done on suspension. Bushing changed. 

The steering wheel for my P38 Range Rover (1999) seems a lot stiff. Especially during taking reverse and Uturn. 

Really feels like driving a heavy truck. 

Any quick solution or things to check? 

Did some search and found out this car is available on duzle for 290k

LANCIA DELTA HF INTEGRALE EVOLUZIONE 2 (1993) in Monza Red with Alcantara Beige interior trim

This Japanese EVO II has covered less than 62,000 km from new and comes complete with a full service history. Japanese maintenance records are from 1994, 1995, 1999, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2013, 2015 and now 2017 through to September 2018 under the current ownership.

The production date as verified by the Lancia Classiche Certificate of Origin which will be supplied with the car is 22nd November 1993.

Upon acquiring the car in May 2017, engine gaskets were replaced as part of a full inspection and service, a new battery with cut-off switch was fitted and both the turbo and air conditioning systems were serviced and essential components replaced. (Air conditioning upgraded to run on R134a refrigerant) Four new Michelin Pilot tyres were also fitted on the newly refurbished 16” Speedline alloys and full wheel balancing/alignment was carried out.

At the same time, brand new top of the line BC Racing inverted adjustable coilovers were fitted to replace the stock suspension. The original suspension components were retained and will be supplied with the car.

In February 2018 the manual transmission fluid was changed, fuel pump wiring upgraded and a full diagnostics health check was done. Preventative maintenance has just been completed in September 2018 (61,400km) and included the fitment of a new timing belt (previously done at 59,171km), balance belt, all auxiliary belts, water pump, all associated tensioners and bearings as well as a full A/C recharge.

The interior is in immaculate condition and is totally original except for the OEM MOMO gear knob. The Recaro high back driver’s seat bolster shows only minimal scuffing and is protected by a full seat cover. Beyond this, the interior trim presents almost as new with the exception of a small wear patch on the passenger footwell carpet. The rear parcel shelf is pristine with no unsightly cut outs or drill holes. All lights, gauges, central locking and other electrics work perfectly, even the retractable electric aerial for the radio is fully operational. The engine starts and idles without hesitation and accelerates cleanly. Clutch action is smooth and gearbox operation precise. This Delta’s turbo boosts exactly as it should, running the standard factory boost settings of 0.9-1.0 Bar. During operation there are no odd mechanical noises and no fluid leaks present.

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Supplied with genuine wallet, handbooks, tool kit and spare wheel including the original four keys as well as the OEM SONY XR-5G51 OEM radio cassette player.

Nothing short of fastidious maintenance has been carried out to ensure that this is one of the best presented and well maintained Deltas out there. It’s permanently stored and covered in a basement garage and will be supplied with a premium tailored “Lancia” protective cloth cover.

Non-standard equipment includes: 
New BC Racing RM inverted adjustable coilovers (as mentioned, the original suspension components are available and can easily be re-fitted by the new owner if required)
New Turbosmart Blow off Valve
New H&R hub centric wheel spacers
New ITG performance air filter
OEM Presto Rally Racing stainless steel silencer/muffler
OEM Abarth Rear strut brace
 

Spotted this beauty in Dubai. 

Why did they stop designing such beautiful cars? ! 

Can a Dubai resident register/buy a car in any other emirate other than Dubai? 

If yes are there any pros or cons to this? 

Also has anyone experienced visiting car showrooms in other emirates, how the service or salesmanship been? Cos in Dubai showrooms i have noticed the sales guys are not so entertaining and sometimes even rude. 

14 minutes ago, Rahimdad said:

 

11 hours ago, Barry said:

Otherwise go out and buy a Camry and be like every other boring taxi driver in Dubai. It’s not watching reruns of top gear that makes you a petrolhead, it’s going out and driving what you want to drive.

This is so true. ! Why buy something that is so common and which can be bought easily in your home country. Since we are here we should take advantage of the cheap petrol and the low cost of these beauties. Cos back home they would cost a fortune to buy and maintain as well. 

22 minutes ago, sertac said:

I am driving 2012 BMW X5 35si. 133.000km now. Last maintenance 383.50aed for original bmw oil and oil filter. 40aed for labour i paid. Almost 1 year this car with me lately we changed one of the bush for 330 aed. Other than that no trouble at all.  

How much did you buy it for? And what was the Kms when you bought it. 

How good or bad is it to own a used BMW car.

Based on the foll criteria:

• Spare parts costs and availability
• Mileage(Kms driven) range to look for in a used car
• Which series is the most economical and less troublesome
• Which year model is preferred or reliable from any of your personal experience. 

The DB5 was popularized in Goldfinger but actually appeared in six Bond films, including Thunderball, GoldenEye, and Tomorrow Never Dies. A die-cast model of the car was sold in 1965 and quickly became a holiday hit for children. In its first year of production, 2.5 million full-size models were sold.

Fast-forward to 2018 and you can now park the real DB5 in your garage. But before you do, be aware that it’ll cost you a whopping 2.75 million pounds (about $3.5 million). It also won’t be available for delivery until 2020.

10 minutes ago, Ren13 said:

Welcome to the club Jeh.

unfortunately the attachment isn't opening on my P.c

Hi Ren,

Its not an attachment. Its a youtube video. 

Its embedded, Try refreshing you page. 

The video has real cool tips and tricks.