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If you slide the strut dust cover down, you should be able to see the Transit Pucks in the suspension if MB is anything like VW Group. The blue component is the MK8 Golf. Their absence during PDI is not unheard of.

For my 3008 PHEV, I was searching for a replacement hatchback—ideally one with 4x4 capability. With two electric motors and a 1.6-liter petrol engine, the 3008 was remarkably fast in a straight line. Despite being extremely gently sprung and "entertaining" in a corner, it generated 300 horsepower overall. Anyway, after considering switching back to a warm/hot hatch, I decided to focus on the BMW M135 and the A35. At least for the specifications I desired, the Golf R and its siblings were too costly on the present offers and with the existing amount of negotiable reduction. The M135 is a really well-made car that costs almost the same as the A35 once the specifications are the identical and you take advantage of the fantastic TRL savings at Berry Motors (£6k+). The car promises FSD, so it's odd that the suspension has a bouncy, thumpy quality despite the engine's lacklustre performance. Maybe the suspension isn't tuned for our terrible roads? In any case, I was certain after a brief drive in the A35 that the handling and engine sounded considerably more enjoyable. There is a sense of occasion that the M135 does not have, even though the road noise is considerably more obvious and the build quality may not be as high. In addition, I can genuinely grasp the steering wheel of the A35—why, BMW, why? After three weeks, I've driven little over 1,000 miles, and I'm earning a startling 38–42 mpg on a motorway run while mostly staying below the speed limits. Unfortunately, even though the salesperson and brochure claimed that it had a 66-liter tank, this is untrue; otherwise, it would have a reserve of roughly 4-5 gallons. I'm growing accustomed to the annoyance of all the nanny systems that you have to turn off every time. I've even started to enjoy it and have paid to have the built-in camera in cars turned on for trip recording (sadly, you have to start the recording every time you start, but it's not the end of the world considering the faff of turning off the beeps and bongs on the other things before you start anyway). I'm starting to figure out how to get past the car's fairly sharp "tip in" when you pull off (I believe that's the correct description). I return the engine to its most basic setting because I believe it's the hybrid punching in and about town. This lessens the typical shunting these gearboxes create and aids in slow-speed driving with the DCT. However, I adore the handling. I'm eager for warmer weather and dry roads so we can have a good blast because the car feels incredibly rigid. Even though the farts and parps are somewhat artificial, it sounds somewhat fruity. Well, I think so far so good. However, I do have a query for other current version owners. The A35 feels like it has struck a large pothole when I drive over a slightly sunken drain cover, the kind that would typically create a minor thud in a standard car. The car shudders and you, along with everyone else in the car, cringe. I thought I might have blown a tyre or buckled a wheel after hitting a few potholes while driving in London recently (dark night and heavy rain is my explanation). It's pretty shocking, and to prove that I'm not the only one who isn't used to a car with firm springs, I've owned an M3 (G80) and an M4 (F82) that were both fairly firm, had subframes bolted to the body, and didn't have rubber bushings, so they're similar to the A35 in that regard. Despite my lifelong love of petrol, I can't recall owning a vehicle that has crashed more than this one. Have the Transport 'pucks/blocks' been retained, may I ask? Does anyone know if a fast dip under the tire arch should allow you to glimpse them? Or maybe this is just how the automobile is configured. It's the only significant complaint I've had about the car thus far, and its positive features far exceed its drawbacks. At the moment, I don't regret picking it over the M135 at all.

My wife will be displeased; she utilises it frequently during chilly weather, and it has not yet been addressed here.

I am really mortified. This manipulation of the people' obsession is becoming increasingly excessive.

I will not purchase an electric vehicle until it features a Toyota solid-state battery, and my 1990 analogue meters continue to function flawlessly.

Await the widespread adoption of electric vehicles, at which point restrictions may be imposed on the charging capacity accessible via your smart meter.

For goodness' sake. It pertains entirely to the governance of the populace. The owner will not be deterred from remaining in the car while it idles to facilitate defrosting, ensuring safe driving with unobstructed windows.

Toyota employed remote access to deactivate the pre-heating function, utilised for warming the vehicles before to operation. Drivers would activate it 10 minutes prior to travel to ensure their vehicle is heated and free of ice. Toyota representative Ralph Müller stated: "The pre-air conditioning feature is complimentary within the MyToyota app or Lexus Link Plus app." This function remains accessible for all fully electric and plug-in hybrid automobiles. This is effective for vehicles with conventional drive only when the combustion engine is operational. The legislator deems this a superfluous operation of the engine or an avoidable emission of exhaust gases, which is forbidden. This is not well recognised by many users. In Europe, there exists no standardised legal framework, as indicated by a relevant notification in the application. To safeguard the vehicle operator from penalties, we have disabled the function on these vehicles.

Governments can use measures to regulate your energy consumption. German authorities mandated Lexus to disable the parking heating feature in Lexus vehicles during winter.

The bmw arrived today and it’s spot on. massive thanks to everyone who replied!!!

Worth adding, I had to pull out of a deal with Whelan Transport last year after paying a £1,000 deposit. Family emergency came up, and I rang them straight away. They refunded the deposit the next working day, no hassle at all, even though the car had already been cleaned and booked for transport, that alone said a lot about how they operate.

all good mate, appreciate the offer

You’ll be fine! If you want, I can even send you a photo of my Tucson still got it parked outside

thanks everyone, this is actually helping a lot. I’ve spoken to them again this afternoon and they’ve issued the deposit invoice going to sleep on it tonight, but feeling a lot more comfortable than I did yesterday.

Same here I picked up a 2023 Hyundai Tucson through them earlier this year what i liked was the payment structure, £1,000 deposit first, then the balance only once the car was fully prepped and ready to be loaded. Whelan Transport sent photos, inspection notes, and even a copy of the v5 before dispatch.

I went through Whelan Transport last autumn and bought a 2022 RR Evoque. Delivery to Nottingham took just over a week. the driver rang ahead to make sure access was ok which i appreciated. car arrived fully valeted, serviced, and with all docuemtns present. I had a 10-day inspection period, but I didn’t need it car drove perfectly from day one.

I was, yeah!! What helped was speaking to them several times, checking their company details, and reading threads like this one, the segregated account was a big reassurance it’s not like the money disappears into their operating account plus, with the current bank rules, there’s more protection than there used to be if something genuinely goes wrong.

@HushedGamer appreciate that. Honest question though weren’t you worried once the money left your account?

Evening all, I bought a 2020 skoda superb sportline from whelan transport about a month ago, so thought i’d share. The process was actually very easy. my bank did pause the transfer initially because it was a new payee, but once I confirmed what it was for, it cleared the same day. Whelan Transport explained that the funds stay in a separate holding account until the car arrives and you confirm you’re happy, mine turned up after 6 days, freshly cleaned and better than expected.

They’re based in belfast, so popping over isn’t really practical for me. Whelan Transport offered home delivery and explained the payment goes into a segregated company account, not straight to them but still feels a bit risky though, especially wiring that sort of money.

do they actually have a yard you can visit? even if you don’t end up going, a company being open to viewings is usually a good sign. If they dodge that question I’d be wary.

Never bought from whelan transport myself but i’d say your caution is fair. Repo cars can be great value, but only if the company behind them is genuine I picked up a car from a finance auction last year and saved a fortune, definitely worth doing your homework before committing.

Hey I’m looking for a the first first car for my lad and came across a 2021 BMW 320d SE listed on eBay at first glance i assumed it was a private seller, but it turns out the advert is managed by Whelan Transport up in belfast. They mentioned that the car is a repossession acquired through an auction, which clarifies why it’s priced lower than comparable options nearby. Has anyone here had experience with Whelan Transport before? I'm attempting to determine whether this is all genuine or if I should consider stepping back. Thanks