Mr Coeur de Lion Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 My battery is deaded on my car.I'm hoping to sell the car within the next couple of months (typical) and obviously don't want to spend much on a new battery.Any suggestions to buy a cheap battery from? Am in Indre, and don't know of any major places like Kwik Fit in the UK for example. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnOther Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 A scrappie ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f1steveuk Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Is it dead? I only ask as I had a motorbike with an alarm fitted, and the alarm would take very tiny bit out of the battery. I brought two new batteries then someone suggested an Optimate trickle charger. Not only does it keep my battery topped up, even though the bike sits for months on end, but it "brought back" the other two batteries.If you know someone with a trickle charger, it may be worth trying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Théière Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Indre is a big place but if your not too far I am travelling over next week if you need a cheap UK battery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Coeur de Lion Posted September 12, 2010 Author Share Posted September 12, 2010 Hi Théière, looks like we're about 60kms apart. I live near Valencay.Are batteries much cheaper in the UK then? I have no idea, but if there is a significant saving, I'd like to take you up on your offer svp :) Thank you very much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Théière Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Richard, there is a code number on the top of the battery (096) for example or the vehicle details. If you can get the code I will check the price and let you know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericd Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Try to locate a local scrap-yard (Casse Auto in Pages Jaunes) you can get one there for little money. The only importance in the baterry is the Ampere Hour ...Ah...(which indicates the strength of the battery as you don't want to fit a 45Ah to a diesel car that needs 60Ah or more to crank) the dimension in itself is not that important as long as the unit does not rattle when travelling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericd Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Here is the link for srcappies with telephone numbers etc...Are you ok asking for it over the phone??www.pagesjaunes.fr/trouverlesprofessionnels/rechercheClassique.do?portail=PJOtherwise the cheapest way to buy a battery in France is to visit your local Carrefour or Leclerc. Places such as Speedy, Feu Vert also sell new batteries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Théière Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Ericd, just off topic for a moment, Is it true the Pompiers take away voitures and camions for free to practice rescues with?Also the positions of the terminals is important otherwise the cables may not reach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Coeur de Lion Posted September 12, 2010 Author Share Posted September 12, 2010 I'll get the info tomorrow Théière. Thanks again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericd Posted September 13, 2010 Share Posted September 13, 2010 [quote user="Théière"]Ericd, just off topic for a moment, Is it true the Pompiers take away voitures and camions for free to practice rescues with?[/quote]Can’t remember having heard that one before and am a tad dubious about it as what would the Pompier then do when they are done with the cars/trucks??? IMO easier for them to drive to the local scrappy if practice is needed. [quote user="Théière"]Also the positions of the terminals is important otherwise the cables may not reach.[/quote]You have a point for the position of the terminal but 98% of the lead acid batteries are now manufactured following the same guidelines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulT Posted September 13, 2010 Share Posted September 13, 2010 Theiere asked for the battery code, i.e. 096 - all 096 batteries will have their terminals in the same position.And if buying batteries etc you will normally find purchasing from a motor factors is far cheaper than from the likes of Halfords.Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Théière Posted September 13, 2010 Share Posted September 13, 2010 Furry dice -HalfordsCarparts, motor factors, always [;-)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Coeur de Lion Posted September 13, 2010 Author Share Posted September 13, 2010 The numbers are L1 300 480A. I don't know if that makes sense or not.I'll take a photo of it shortly and post.If the price is good, if you pm me your address and I'll post a cheque to you asap.Thanks :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pachapapa Posted September 13, 2010 Share Posted September 13, 2010 [quote user="Mr Coeur de Lion"]The numbers are L1 300 480A. I don't know if that makes sense or not. I'll take a photo of it shortly and post. If the price is good, if you pm me your address and I'll post a cheque to you asap. Thanks :)[/quote]L1.....207 x 175 x 190 mm might be worth thinking of an L2 slightly longer at 242 mm. H&W the same. I always put in the biggest battery that will fit on the tray, evn if with the Citroen C15 I have to take out the headlight bulb to remove it; a minor inconvenience for the extra AH on board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Coeur de Lion Posted September 13, 2010 Author Share Posted September 13, 2010 [IMG]http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c369/blueblarg/_MG_2080.jpg[/IMG][IMG]http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c369/blueblarg/_MG_2079.jpg[/IMG]I'm happy to go for the cheapest option, as I say I'll be letting the car go within the next 3 months.Also, as a side note, the battery has been disconnected for the past couple of weeks and when we finally got the car going again, I'm getting a message saying that there is a problem with the anti pollution and a warning light is up. Perhaps this needs resetting due to the battery only being reconnected, or could there be a physical problem? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pachapapa Posted September 13, 2010 Share Posted September 13, 2010 [quote user="Mr Coeur de Lion"][IMG]http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c369/blueblarg/_MG_2080.jpg[/IMG][IMG]http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c369/blueblarg/_MG_2079.jpg[/IMG]I'm happy to go for the cheapest option, as I say I'll be letting the car go within the next 3 months.Also, as a side note, the battery has been disconnected for the past couple of weeks and when we finally got the car going again, I'm getting a message saying that there is a problem with the anti pollution and a warning light is up. Perhaps this needs resetting due to the battery only being reconnected, or could there be a physical problem?[/quote]On second thoughts might be difficult shoehorning a L2 into your cardboard box.[:)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericd Posted September 13, 2010 Share Posted September 13, 2010 As papa says, L1 is a standard battery dimension. If you replace it with a slightly larger battery size/power output such as L2, you will have to bin you battery protector case. FIAMM made in Montecchio Maggiore (Italy)....not the best manufacture but not the worse neither. Get yourself to the scrapyard for a like for like replacement.Your dashboard fault problem could be linked to the system having been disactivated for a while. What make of car is it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Coeur de Lion Posted September 13, 2010 Author Share Posted September 13, 2010 It's a Peugeot 206cc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nearly Retired (I am now) Posted September 13, 2010 Share Posted September 13, 2010 Not much immediate help to you, but I used this (http://performancebatteries.co.uk/) UK site last week to get a battery for our own Peugeot 306 diesel. They do next day UK delivery and taking a guess at what you may need the cost comes out at £38.95.This is not totally useless information as it gives you an idea of a good UK price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salty Sam Posted September 13, 2010 Share Posted September 13, 2010 Heading South towards Chateauroux, approximately 200 metres past the Deols roundabout on the right hand side of the road, you will find a scrapyard.Mate of mine used it regularly, and I know he has had a battery or two off them in the past.Best of luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Théière Posted September 13, 2010 Share Posted September 13, 2010 [quote user="Mr Coeur de Lion"]It's a Peugeot 206cc.[/quote]Hi Richard, been out researching for you. The online company is not bad but the quoted battery is smaller in capacity than yours 360 cold cranking amps but at £38.95 very cheap.The cheapest I found with slightly more power 540 cold cranking amps £47.00. Better quality battery £65.00So Performance batteries are very good and can order if needed.EDIT: May have move travelling day forward to Friday so let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Coeur de Lion Posted September 14, 2010 Author Share Posted September 14, 2010 Have pm'd you Théière.Bought a battery for €85 from Brico marché.Slightly more expensive than the UK, but after exchange rates and driving to you to pick it up etc, probably works out a similar amount. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Théière Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 No problem, but I was looking forward to a trip to Chateau Valencay so fuel wouldn't have been an issue.[:)]Happy motoring! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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