New to PistonHeads? Read this first

[Ben Lowden]

If you're a new member, welcome to PistonHeads!

We were all new once and understand it can be a bit daunting to post, especially with 170+ different forums on PH. But we're a friendly bunch really – we love to chat about cars and all manner of things.

Feel free to post on this thread to say hello or ask any questions you may have and we'll point you in the right direction. You may find our forum guide pretty handy too, which you can find here.

[Ben Lowden]

Welcome to PH Toto! As Scrump has already said, we have our Kit Car forum which is a good place to ask for advice.

If you're looking to buy something from the UK, you may already know of the hugely popular Caterham Seven. Caterham will have a dealer in Italy but we also have them for sale on PistonHeads here: https://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/...

Westfield's are also quite popular kit cars: https://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/...

And everything else will be in our Kit Car category here: https://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/...

Good luck!

[Ben Lowden]

antonio.cocchi said:

Thanks for the info, I don't see any dax or tiger or MK, where those are listed?
Thanks

We do have a few Dax and MKs for sale, you can find them in our Kit Car category here: https://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/...

[Ben Lowden]

50fastback said:

Hi thanks for having me in the club. My name is kev, im awaiting my new ride which is currently on its way from miami ...

Welcome to PH! When's your new car due? I'd recommend starting a Readers' Car thread once it has arrived here: https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/forum.asp?h=0&...

[Ben Lowden]

Steve kettlewood said:

Hello I am a newby but looking to buy a Bentley continental gtc or gt around 2010 ish don't know anything about them but love the shape and sound consider a DB9 but not sure.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks

Welcome to PistonHeads Steve! I would recommend starting a thread in our Car Buying forum with your requirements/budget and I'm sure members will help with suggestions for you: https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/forum.asp?h=0&...

Equally we do have buying guides for the Continental and DB9 so these are well worth a read, even though they are in need of a refresh.

Continental GT: https://www.pistonheads.com/news/ph-buying-guides/...
DB9: https://www.pistonheads.com/news/general/aston-mar...

Then once you've made your mind up, head over to the classifieds here https://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars

[Ben Lowden]

HollyMcNulty993 said:

Hi Ben,

Happy new year to you and your forum mates.

My name is Holly and I work for Tom Hartley Jnr, I'm looking for some 993 experts and wondered if you could help me out? I'm trying to find accurate answers on how many 993 RSs were built worldwide in Guards Red and how many out of the 41 RHD examples were Guards Red too....do you think you could point me in the direction of someone that knows this and would help me find the right answers? Thank you so much and I hope to hear from you soon.

Welcome to PH Holly! I was going to suggest posting in one of our Porsche forums, although it looks like you've found your way there already Let me know if there's anything else you need help with.

[Ben Lowden]

Welcome to PistonHeads Kes! I was going to point you towards our Pedal Powered forum but it looks like you've found your way there already.

[Ben Lowden]

Congratulations Michael! This thread could be a good one for you too https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...

[Ben Lowden]

Robwat said:

Hi all 25k to spend on my first V8, 2012 XKR winning at the mo any other sughestions?

I'd recommend starting a thread in our Car Buying forum – should get plenty of suggestions over there https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/forum.asp?h=0&...

And naturally, head to the PH classifieds once you've decided https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/jaguar/xkr

[Ben Lowden]

Jo_253 said:

Hi can anybody help me please. I had a new clutch fitted about 6 months ago. Over past couple of days I have noticed when I push the clutch pedal down it makes the squeaky noise wether the car is turned in or not. I haven’t a clue really what it could be.

Thanks

Jo

If it's the pedal that's squeaking, it might just be that the pedal mounting point needs lubricating/greasing. I've used some WD40 silicone lubricant in the past to resolve a similar issue. If in doubt though, best to take it to your local garage for inspection.

[Ben Lowden]

Blackjack8316 said:

Goodeverning my new found Brother's ans Sister's My names Jamie..well I guess for a 1st message I just wanted to say thanks for letting me join...

Welcome to PH! Let us know if you need any help with anything

Pit Pony said:

Why? Children and are tiny.

It's not the size of the children you have to worry about, it's everything that comes with them! The mind boggles.

[Ben Lowden]

Bainbridge said:

Hi, I'm new. I often get directed here when talking about cars so decided to join.

I have a PRHT MX5 NC2, on which I've done few few performance mods (including uninstalling the curling tongs from the glove box lol) and I love this little car. I'm eyeing up the Porsche Cayman 987.2, but the Mrs likes the retractable roof and I'm not a fan of the Boxter.

Anyway, hello

Welcome to PH! Both cars are on my wishlist to own at some point We have our MX5 forum over here.

And if you do decide to go for a Cayman, I'd recommend having a read of our buying guide and then heading this way to the classifieds

[Ben Lowden]

Jay Mito said:

I'm looking forward to go to a Track Day in Brands hatch on the 28th of April, it will be my ever track day and I'm really anxious about it.

Welcome to PistonHeads Jay! Understandable to be nervous, but as long as you're prepared, you'll have a great time. I'll warn you that track days become very addictive! I'd recommend reading our beginner's track day guide here.

And if you've got any questions, you can head over to our track day forum. Good luck!

[Ben Lowden]

Welcome to PH Flat Six Pete and a belated welcome to you Super Sonic Any questions feel free to fire away and we can point you in the right direction!

[Ben Lowden]

Welcome to PH and sorry to hear about the issue you're having. I'd recommend posting in our 'Speed, Plod & Law' forum for advice on this https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/forum.asp?h=0&...

[Ben Lowden]

Welcome to PH If you need any help with anything, feel free to ask away here!

[Ben Lowden]

Welcome Ian! I'm sure other members would be very interested in reading about your ownership experiences in our Readers' Cars section, given that you've owned both of your cars for so long https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/forum.asp?h=0&...

[Ben Lowden]

Welcome to PH John, mighty fine choice of car there! I would suggest posting in our BMW General forum to try and get some advice on this https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/forum.asp?h=0&...

[Ben Lowden]

Welcome to PistonHeads Atlas!

[Ben Lowden]

BrianK51 said:

Hi Ben

New to Pistonheads forums and not sure where to post. I have a problem with a TVR diagnostic reader giving a message saying it cannot connect for a reason. Any advice on where to post this?

Brian

Welcome to PH Brian!

We have a dedicated Chimaera forum here if you want help specific to your car, or if it's more of a general issue, you could always try our General TVR Stuff & Gossip forum instead. Hope you manage to resolve your issue.