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Thinking of importing an American car...
Hi,
I am thinking about purchasing a US car that has just been registered in the UK. The car in question meets the UK IVA standards and passed all tests. The lights have also been adjusted to meet EU standards. I have two questions:
1. Is the IVA test good enough (the car hasn't really been driven much in the UK and looks to have all documents in check) or should I fork out for an independent test. Trying to minimize my spend as I will need it for VRT.
2. How much will VRT be on a 2014 5.7-litre?
Many thanks
Derek
Derek J (Dublin)
Nov 2016 Filed under: VRT
What's the noise in my Nissan Primera?
What's the whirring noise in my Nissan Primera 1.8 (2002)? It starts when the car is in motion not when stationary.
Leo Dunster (Oswestry)
Feb 2014 Filed under: fault
Thinking of replacing my Polo with a Fiesta...
Hi, I currently have a 2003 Volkswagen Polo, 1.2 65hp. I am thinking of trading it in and getting a Ford Fiesta. Is it as reliable as the Polo? Also, is the base 1.25 60hp engine enough for a car that is heavier and bigger than my Polo?
Tim Singleton (Banteer, Cork)
Nov 2016 Filed under: choosing new car
Have you pricing for the Skoda Kodiaq yet?
When will the prices and trim specifications be announced for the new Skoda Kodiaq?
Colin H (Kildare)
Nov 2016 Filed under: pricing
How to pay for importing a car from the UK?
Hey guys, I am thinking of importing a car from the UK. I was just wondering if you have any advice as to the cheapest way of paying for it, i.e. where to get the best conversion rate?
Aden Mc (Laois)
Nov 2016 Filed under: importing
How can I prevent stone chips on my new car?!
If you are buying a new "new" car, is there anything you can do from the start to protect the paintwork, especially the bonnet area where it seems to get hit with stones and gravel, etc, which cause marks, sometimes indents and eventually give rise to rust spots? It's happened with every car I've had.
Thanks,
Philip
Philip Donegan (Ballina)
Nov 2016 Filed under: paintwork
How much VRT on a Mercedes CLA import?
What VRT or tax in Ireland would I pay on a Mercedes Benz CLA 220 Sport auto diesel coming from England?
Fidelis Mannion
Nov 2016 Filed under: VRT
How do I fold my Skoda Octavia's seats?
How do the rear seats fold falt on a Skoda Octavia?
Catherine Williams (Brecon)
Nov 2016 Filed under: seating
When do I change my Mondeo's timing belt?
I have a 1.6 2012 Ford Mondeo. At how many miles do I get the timing belt done?
Gareth Mc Alester (Hartstown)
Nov 2016 Filed under: servicing
Peugeot 508 RXH, Mondeo or Superb estate?
I'm due to change my car in 2017. Options I'm considering are Peugeot 508 RXH, Ford Mondeo Vignale and Skoda Superb Sportline Estate. What would you recommend?
Regards
Troy
Troy Quaine (Cirk)
Nov 2016 Filed under: choosing new car
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