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Opel Astra CD/battery problem
Hi guys.
Do you know anything about a "known" problem with 2005 model Opel Astras whereby the motor in the console mounted CD player stays on when the ignition is off and eventually drains the battery? I know two family members suffering the same problem. Do you know if there is anything that can be done to fix it?
The only option Opel gave is to replace the whole console, but the problem will eventually happen again. Both cars are out of warranty so Opel dealers don't want to know and have only offered to replace the console at huge cost. Any ideas lads?
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Thomas Leonard (Laytown)
May 2011 Filed under: fault
Can I trade-in two cars?
I have a 2000 Nissan Almera and 2003 Skoda Octiava. I want to use both against a new car. What are my best options?
John
John Butler (Thurles)
May 2011 Filed under: choosing new car
How much is my Toyota Yaris worth?
How much can I expect to get for a 2004 1 litre Toyota Yaris with 30,000 miles on the clock and in perfect condition? Thanks
Colette Cronin
May 2011 Filed under: used car values
VW Passat or Ford Mondeo for taxi?
New Volkswagen Passat 1.6-litre diesel or new Ford Mondeo 1.6-litre diesel, cannot decide which is better for used as a taxi in Dublin.
Paul Mc Mahon (Dublin)
May 2011 Filed under: taxi
Toyota Camry engine management light woes
My Toyota Camry engine management light is going on/off depending on what brand of petrol I use. What is going on?
Philip Morrin (Navan)
May 2011 Filed under: fault
2011 Audi A6 TDI or BMW 520d?
Hello, could you tell me what you think of the Audi A6 2.0-litre TDI and the BMW 520d - both 2011 models please?
Sinead Dowling (Dublin)
May 2011 Filed under: choosing new car
How much for a Nissan Micra crankshaft sensor?
Hi, I have a 1999 Nissan Micra. The crankshaft sensor needs to be replaced. Mechanic told me the part alone will cost €70. Seems expensive? Can you confirm price please?
Ciaran O'Neill (Dublin)
May 2011 Filed under: servicing
How good is the Nissan Qashqai?
I am looking at the 2009 Nissan Qashqai diesel. Is it a good buy?
Maty Meehan (Donegal)
May 2011 Filed under: choosing used car
How much is my S-Max worth and should I keep it?
Hi guys,
I have a one-owner 2008 Ford S-Max 2.0 TDCi 140 Auto Titanium spec with 75,000km on the clock and wonder at approximate trade-in value? I see a wide variation in asking prices on the web. I am wondering if I should look to change it this year or next, or should hold on as it is a good car but don't want to be left with something worthless in a few years time.
Thanks,
Andrew
Andrew Kelly (Limerick)
May 2011 Filed under: choosing used car
Should I choose petrol or diesel?
Hi guys,
My question has two parts. Firstly I am changing car and always drove a diesel but am wondering about improved economy of modern petrol engines, e.g. VW Jetta 1.4 TSI vs. VW Jetta TDI. Maybe you can advise what criteria I should consider?
Also, as my mileage is difficult to predict, I am concerned that if I am not doing enough miles I will have problems with the particulate filter on a diesel. What do you think?
Peter Power
May 2011 Filed under: fuel economy and emissions
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