The wheel thing
We have ordered, but have yet to take delivery a new KIA Picanto. I note it comes with a tyre inflation kit rather than a spare wheel. I'm a little concerned as we may do several long journeys. Do you have any experience with this type of spare? Interestingly the salesman offered to replace it with a proper spare wheel for an extra £150.
Asked on 4 October 2011 by AK, Bearsted, Kent.
Answered by
Honest John
Take up the dealer offer. Tyrefix kits cannot repair more than a nail hole and unless the stuff is water-based the tyre then has to be replaced.
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