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Old Mar 20, 2006 | 10:53 AM
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I just need to know, because petrol is so expensive, I drive the Scooby on average about 2 days a week, normal the weekend.

Is it ok leaving the car sitting for say 4-5 days without starting / driving?
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Old Mar 20, 2006 | 11:07 AM
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Shouldn't be a problem...

But on my classic it struggles to start if i l don't drive it for a few days.. takes it's time to fire up.. but i think my coolant sensor just needs replacing..
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Old Mar 20, 2006 | 11:40 AM
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Mine's weird as it always starts much better after sitting for a few days (?)
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Old Mar 20, 2006 | 12:32 PM
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My '93 has been sitting for 6 months. Every 2 weeks I have re-connected the battery and fired her up. Has started first time every time.
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Old Mar 20, 2006 | 12:55 PM
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I leave mine standing till the weekend as well, starts up fine sat/sun. Sometimes if I leave it for 2 weeks or longer, it can sometimes struggle. It should be fine standing around for a bit, think about when cars are sat on a forecourt waiting to be sold.

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