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How do I know if my car is due an NCT?
I have a 2007 Opel Corsa. I know I need to get the NCT done this year, but I don't know when it is due or anything. Friends of mine are saying that they write out to you and let you know; others are saying that you need to ring up. My question is, does the NCT company write to customers who are due an NCT?
David Phelan (Dublin 17)
Feb 2011 Filed under: NCT
When is the timing belt due to be changed on a Leon?
Hi
How often should the timing belt be changed on a Seat Leon 05. is it 40000 or 60000 miles? Thanks
Donal O'Brien (Dublin)
Feb 2011 Filed under: servicing
Which to buy - VW Passat or Ford Mondeo?
Which to buy, 09 Ford Mondeo 1.8 TDCi or Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDI?
Kevin Reilly (Dublin)
Feb 2011 Filed under: choosing used car
Why is there a difference in VW Group finance rates?
Why are SEAT and Skoda able to offer finance at 4.9%, but VW only does 5.9%? All three are provided by the Volkswagen Bank, right?
Paul Campbell (Irishtown)
Feb 2011 Filed under: finance
How much should changing the crank sensor cost?
I arrived at your site when I was looking for information on crankshaft sensors. I have to have the crankshaft sensor replaced on my SEAT Leon TDI FR. The dealer said the gearbox will have to be removed and that the cost will be around £300. Is this correct and a reasonable cost?
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Colin Harvey (Belfast)
Feb 2011 Filed under: fault
Is an Almera loan car acceptable for delayed Qashqai order?
Hi,
I ordered a Nissan Qashqai in December 2010 and was given a delivery date of early February. This was changed to mid/late March last week and the dealer offered a 2007 Almera until the Qashqai is ready. Is this a reasonable offer? Does it go on my insurance policy?
ERIC LEAHY (CORK)
Feb 2011 Filed under: new car ordering
Is a second-hand Audi A4 a good buy?
Hi, I've been looking at upgrading my car and have been looking at Audi A4 around 2005/2006. They are all quite high mileage but is this something I need to be concerned about? I have been looking at this one, which seems a good deal and has 79,000 miles on the clock - what do you think? I do roughly 5-7,000 miles per year so not too worried about fuel costs. Is there anything else I should watch out for or take into account?
Ciaran Reid (Mulhuddart)
Feb 2011 Filed under: choosing used car
Ford Mondeo or Ssangyong Kyron?
What car is a better buy: a 2005 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCI 115hp Zetec estate with 89,500 miles (English import) and a tiny rust patch on roof; or a 2007 Ssangyong Kyron 2.0 XDI 141hp with 147,000 kilometres (Irish car) in good condition? I'm basically looking for a diesel with a big boot and I can get my hands on both of the above.
Thanks,
Dave
Dave Clarke (Carrigaline, Co. Cork.)
Feb 2011 Filed under: choosing used car
How much for my 2010 Corolla?
How much should I expect to get for a 2010 Toyota Corolla Terra with 8,500 kilometres on the clock?
Shane Oneill (Kildare)
Feb 2011 Filed under: resale value
Which seven-seater will I buy and what will I trade in?
I am looking for a seven seater. Do I change my 2010 Toyota Corolla or my husband's 2005 Citroen Berlingo? I'm looking at a 2009 Opel Zafira.
Shane Oneill (Kildare)
Feb 2011 Filed under: choosing used car
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