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Wind noise at speed

Whistling/wind noise; seals, mirrors, trim, window alignment.

LOW RISK

Common symptoms

  • See page for quick checks

Cost expectations

Typical costs vary by car and region. Use this as a ballpark.

  • DIY / parts: £20–£80
  • Garage / labour: £80–£250

Most likely causes (ranked)

Start at the top. Rule out the common, cheap causes before expensive ones.

  1. Door seal gap
  2. Window alignment
  3. Loose trim
  4. Roof rack/antenna
  5. Mirror seal

Quick checks (fast, low-cost)

Fast checks you can do with basic tools before buying parts.

  • Masking tape test around suspect seal to find source.
  • Check trim clips and seals.
  • Adjust window if misaligned.
  • Inspect roof accessories.
  • Fix to reduce water ingress risk.

Recommended tools

These tools make diagnosis faster and stop you buying random parts.

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What to do next

  • Fix seals to prevent damp/electrical issues.