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How economical is the diesel Volkswagen Golf?
How economical is a Golf 1.9 diesel? What miles to the gallon does it give? I'm looking at a 2005 diesel. Should I stick with a 1.4 petrol car?
Thanks,
Michael Conlon
Michael Conlon (Sligo)
Mar 2014 Filed under: fuel economy and emissions
Should I replace my Golf with a Hyundai ix20?
I have a Volkswagen Golf bought in 2002. Can you advise me re a new car, similar 1.4 petrol engine, but with elevated seating position? I looked at the Hyundai ix20 but it may not have same power as my Golf. Thanks,
Evelyn O' Meara
Evelyn O Meara
Mar 2014 Filed under: choosing used car
Which insurable starter car should I go for with €3,000?
Hi, I have about €3,000 to spend on a starter car. Most of my driving would be on the weekends sight-seeing. Insurance would be a factor with the engine size. The 1.4 petrol Golf seems to the most reasonable with insurance.
Thanks
Gary Fitz (Dublin)
Mar 2014 Filed under: insurance
Help me choose a small, reliable, economical car to run.
Help! I'm looking at buying a new car - I currently have a 1.0-litre petrol Nissan Micra and I have a 110km round trip commute to work five days a week. I am looking for a small, reliable, economical car to run.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Elaine Henry (Sligo)
Mar 2014 Filed under: choosing used car
Merc SLK: what should I look out for on inspection?
Mercedes-Benz SLK 230K convertible: can you tell me any problems to look for on inspection?
Thanks, Paul
Paul Bristow (Glengarriff)
Mar 2014 Filed under: reliability
Which is the best car for €6,000?
Which is the best car for €6,000?
Jason Doyle (Dublin)
Mar 2014 Filed under: choosing used car
How much does this Mercedes cost to tax?
How much is the road tax on Merc reg no 11 XX XXXX?
FRANK BARNETT (Dalkey)
Mar 2014 Filed under: taxation
Why does the Hyundai Tucson have two exhaust pipes?
I am interested in a Hyundai Tucson diesel , but was wondering why are there two exhausts at the back. Is it cosmetic or what?
L C (Corkscncun)
Mar 2014 Filed under: diesel
Is a high mileage Nissan Micra ok?
Is 80,000 miles and €3,400 high for a Nissan Micra? I need a new car and can't afford to be let down or pay for expensive repairs.
Nicola Riley (Colne)
Mar 2014 Filed under: reliability
Which diesel saloon to go for with €3,000?
Hi lads.. I'm looking for safety, diesel, reliability and spaciousness in a saloon car. Max to spend is €3,000. What do you recommend?
Thanks
Justin Patrick McElwee (Sligo)
Mar 2014 Filed under: choosing used car
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