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Previously answered questions
What's wrong with our Peugeot 207?
Hi,
Our Peugeot 207 has a problem that the mechanics can't get right. When engage (D) Drive, it loses power even when you step on the accelerator. However, when you engage (R) Reverse, it has all the power.
What could be the problem?
Henry Buwembo (Kampala)
Jul 2017 Filed under: fault
Does an Opel Vectra have a timing belt?
Does a 2004 Opel Vectra Estate have a timing belt or chain?
Austin McCartney (Dublin)
Jul 2013 Filed under: servicing
When to change a Hyundai ix35's chain?
When does the timing chain on a Hyundai ix35 need changing?
Kevin McCarthy (Wexford )
Sep 2017 Filed under: servicing
What's the Mercedes E 200 like?
I have just purchased my first E 200 Mercedes and it is my first move to the brand. It is the Avantgarde model. Any advantages or disadvantages to this model please?
Leo Ganter (Dublin)
Jul 2013 Filed under: reliability
Can we look at petrol vs. diesel in detail?
Though diesel cars are more expensive to buy, the trade-in value will also be greater, a point that does not seem to be taken into consideration in the diesel vs. petrol debate. The first question a dealer asks is "is it petrol or diesel?", which is generally followed by a turning up of the nose when the answer is petrol.
Practically all motoring correspondents highlight the benefits of diesel without referring to the fact that diesel engines are designed to be driven on long journeys where the engine reaches its optimum temperature, which does not happen on short runs, thereby increasing the potential for engine damage. Thumbs up to you for your very informative question and answer section. How about a full article on diesel-v-petrol taking into account servicing costs and highlighting the potential of engine damage to diesel engines when used only on short journeys?
Michael Corduff (Dublin)
Jul 2013 Filed under: petrol vs. diesel
Is there a jack in a Citroen C4 Picasso?
Does a 2010 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso come with a jack?
Thank you.
Paula Briggs (Galway)
Jul 2013 Filed under: tyres
Car tax on a 2007 Audi A4 TDI?
What is the car tax on a 2007 Audi A4 diesel in Ireland?
Alan Mc Donnell
Jul 2013 Filed under: taxation
In a 2007 Volkswagen Passat a good buy?
Is an 07 Volkswagon Passat 1.9 with 160,000 mileage a good buy?
Thanks
Barbra Brennan (Drogheda)
Jul 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
What new car deals are coming for 181?
Any ideas of what kind of car deals will be coming for the 181 buying season? Expecting good deals due to poor sales or are we in for high PCP rates all around?
John O'Connor
Aug 2017 Filed under: finance
Which hybrid saloon for up to €60,000?
Hi, what hybrid saloon car would you recommend with a budget of €50 -60k? How are residuals with hybrids doing?
Many thanks,
Paul from Carlow
Paul Duffin (Carlow)
Sep 2017 Filed under: choosing new car
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