First Euro Road Trip
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I suppose potentially ear plugs if the car is that loud.
Otherwise things you are required to take in Europe:
Hi-Vis Jackets for you both
Warning Triangle
First aid kit
Spare Bulb Kit
Don't forget the other usual suspects - headlight adapters, GB sticker (or number plate), etc..
Are you passing through Germany? Plenty of places there I can recommend if I know which bit you're going through/near!
Otherwise things you are required to take in Europe:
Hi-Vis Jackets for you both
Warning Triangle
First aid kit
Spare Bulb Kit
Don't forget the other usual suspects - headlight adapters, GB sticker (or number plate), etc..
Are you passing through Germany? Plenty of places there I can recommend if I know which bit you're going through/near!
Also, a top tip for driving through Germany - when filling up just go on the web http://www.clever-tanken.de/
You can find the cheapest fuel near you, the difference in price can be monumental - a 1km detour off the Autobahn can save over 20c a litre sometimes!
If driving through Austria, don't forget you will need a Vignette, but i doubt you will be?
You can find the cheapest fuel near you, the difference in price can be monumental - a 1km detour off the Autobahn can save over 20c a litre sometimes!
If driving through Austria, don't forget you will need a Vignette, but i doubt you will be?
wongthecorrupter said:
Hi thanks
i was planning on going down to Monaco then head back up towards Baden Baden and the black forest
I did the exact trip two years ago, but opposite direction, due to the Ring public track day. Have your car serviced first would be a good idea. Most things you need have been mentioned. Don't forget the engine oil too and a Jerry can. I ran out of petrol in Monaco, when I was doing a Singapore style GP. i was planning on going down to Monaco then head back up towards Baden Baden and the black forest
wongthecorrupter said:
Did you find super unleaded in most fuel stations, i always use shell v power, but i do not think i will get that at every fuel stop
Yes, it is very easy to find over there. Bear in mind that what they call "super" is what we call regular. You can often get 93 octane over there too. Fortunately most pumps have the octane number written on them so it is easy to see what you're getting. What we call Super, they usually call "Super Plus" or similar.You can also find 100 or even 102 octane over there, I usually treat my cars to at least a tank of that and it isn't as hideously priced as you think it might be. I believe a lot of ARAL stations have 102. I think I paid about 1.70 euros a litre for it or something. Worth it just for bragging rights
If I'm not mistaken though, I don't believe the TVR has any knock sensors to really take advantage of the better fuel?
jayemm89 said:
Yes, it is very easy to find over there. Bear in mind that what they call "super" is what we call regular. You can often get 93 octane over there too. Fortunately most pumps have the octane number written on them so it is easy to see what you're getting. What we call Super, they usually call "Super Plus" or similar.
You can also find 100 or even 102 octane over there, I usually treat my cars to at least a tank of that and it isn't as hideously priced as you think it might be. I believe a lot of ARAL stations have 102. I think I paid about 1.70 euros a litre for it or something. Worth it just for bragging rights
If I'm not mistaken though, I don't believe the TVR has any knock sensors to really take advantage of the better fuel?
Superb, thanks a lot that has put my mind at easeYou can also find 100 or even 102 octane over there, I usually treat my cars to at least a tank of that and it isn't as hideously priced as you think it might be. I believe a lot of ARAL stations have 102. I think I paid about 1.70 euros a litre for it or something. Worth it just for bragging rights
If I'm not mistaken though, I don't believe the TVR has any knock sensors to really take advantage of the better fuel?
My pleasure
If you are super-paranoid about it, use the site I linked to earlier and you can find exactly what is stocked by which petrol station.
I don't know how you are getting over there, but make sure not to use the first or last petrol station in any country - they are hideously overpriced!
If you are super-paranoid about it, use the site I linked to earlier and you can find exactly what is stocked by which petrol station.
I don't know how you are getting over there, but make sure not to use the first or last petrol station in any country - they are hideously overpriced!
jayemm89 said:
My pleasure
If you are super-paranoid about it, use the site I linked to earlier and you can find exactly what is stocked by which petrol station.
I don't know how you are getting over there, but make sure not to use the first or last petrol station in any country - they are hideously overpriced!
We drive down to the tunnel from just north of Birmingham on the Friday night and we get the tunnel on Saturday morning. We will use almost a tank before we get out of the country.If you are super-paranoid about it, use the site I linked to earlier and you can find exactly what is stocked by which petrol station.
I don't know how you are getting over there, but make sure not to use the first or last petrol station in any country - they are hideously overpriced!
Take some tools, but don't leave them in the boot! My first fuel stop in Germany the boot release wouldn't work & my tools were locked in there, so had to borrow a screwdriver to access via an alternative method.
You will also need a vignette if you drive in Switzerland & from experience is cheaper to buy before hand than at a checkpoint.
CHECK YOUR WHEEL BALANCES IF USING THE AUTOBAHNS!!
I run my Tuscan on 'normal' unleaded every day as per the owners manual & I can't tell any difference to using super, so don't worry about it.
Have a great time!
You will also need a vignette if you drive in Switzerland & from experience is cheaper to buy before hand than at a checkpoint.
CHECK YOUR WHEEL BALANCES IF USING THE AUTOBAHNS!!
I run my Tuscan on 'normal' unleaded every day as per the owners manual & I can't tell any difference to using super, so don't worry about it.
Have a great time!
You don't need a breathalyser anymore, well there is still a requirement to carry one but it is no longer enforced and there is no fine for not having one..
January 2013 - the French government announced that the implementation of the sanction for drivers not carrying a breathalyser – a fine of €11 – has been postponed indefinitely.
January 2013 - the French government announced that the implementation of the sanction for drivers not carrying a breathalyser – a fine of €11 – has been postponed indefinitely.
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