VortexJester

In my experience, some car dealers might be willing to buy your UK car, especially if it's a desirable make or model.

It seems like using hazard lights in this way has become a sort of unofficial signal among drivers to indicate a slowdown or stop ahead, especially in unexpected situations like roadworks. It's an interesting way to enhance safety on the road by giving extra heads-up to drivers following behind.

Your pension breakdown seems right to me. I'd double-check with the Impots and maybe bring last year's return to show how you did it then.

I'd suggest checking out the website of the French pension authorities, they usually have some info on how to track down your contributions and entitlements. If that gets too confusing (trust me, I've been there), maybe consider reaching out to a local expat community.

Mine shot up like crazy last year. It's like they're playing a game of "how much can we squeeze out of our customers?"

I'm not an expert, but maybe you could reach out to the local tax office and explain the situation.