Car Mechanics Magazine - April 2017

In this issue

Coil spring renewal Fronts on a Zafira A

Fix that whining diff

Repairing Alloy Wheels

CVT transmission – does it have a future?

Split Decision

Martyn Knowles is in a dilemma: buy new aftermarket alloys or refurbish existing ones?

5 mins

Small is beautiful

With masses of choice and temptingly cheap prices, the Aygo is the perfect city car. But should you buy a used one? Chris Randall is on hand to advise.

6 mins

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Car Mechanics Magazine Description:

Maintain and repair YOUR car!

Car Mechanics is the UK's only car magazine with essential advice on maintaining and repairing popular makes and models.
It’s an invaluable motoring resource that appeals to both the DIY car enthusiast and the more experienced motor trade professional.
Car Mechanics has helped save money for our readers every month since 1958. Each issue includes a wide range of in-depth features written in a clear, straightforward manner:
• Readers’ motoring-related problems answered for FREE
• Real-life motoring dilemmas from our man in the garage trade
• Electronic diagnostics delves inside a different modern vehicle each month to explain its management system
• Survival Guide looks at new and used component prices for a particular vehicle
• Used Car Focus is an in-depth buying guide on a specific make and model
• Service Bay covers a full service with close-up images and comprehensive descriptions
• Project cars are a major part of the structure of the magazine as we buy, fix and sell different vehicles over a period of months
So if you're into saving money and being a home technician, Car Mechanics will help you out - guaranteed!