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What seven-seater to go for with €10,000?
Guys, my brother is looking to buy a seven-seater to lug his (many) kids about. Could you advise on the best out there? Budget is only €10k though. If it could deliver on boot space too that'd be a plus, but seven seats may eat into that. Reliability a big thing too (no unexpected bills in a recession if possible!).
Thanks in advance.
Barry Delaney (Dublin)
Apr 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
Should I trade in my Impreza for a Mazda RX-8?
I have a 2003 Subaru Impreza 1.6 petrol saloon 4wd with approx 170,000 miles on the clock and an NCT until next March. I am looking around at the moment at other cars, and the Mazda RX-8 is taking my fancy. Just wondering would I be able to cut a deal with a dealer to sell my Impreza, whether it would be worth anything to me?
David Tuohy (Wexford)
Apr 2013 Filed under: used car values
Can you help me chose a small convertible?
Which small convertible should I go for? I have a budget of up to €13,000 and would like a stylish car for a change from my 2005 Toyota Yaris. I do little mileage and would hope to buy something I will love for a number of years. I have been looking out for a Volkswagen Eos 1.4 with leather interior but these are not that easy to find. I have also looked at the Peugeot 207 CC 1.6 but am open to all suggestions.
Thanking you.
Cathy Johnson (Dublin)
Apr 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
Which version of the Lancer is the Intense equivalent to?
I am currently in the market for a 2008 and up Mitsubishi Lancer 1.5 and have come across the Intense model. When trying to get an insurance quote for this model I am left stumped as the insurance companies only suggest the models DE, ES and GTS. Which model is the Intense relative to these?
Graham Kelly (Galway)
Mar 2013 Filed under: insurance
How much is a 2008 BMW 730d worth?
How much is a 2008 BMW 730d worth with 80,000 miles on the clock - and are they hard on fuel?
Pat O Connor (Tipp)
Mar 2013 Filed under: fuel economy and emissions
What is the value of my Nissan Almera?
What is the value of my vehicle? I have a 2007 Nissan Almera 1.5 SXE, gold metallic, alloy wheels, NCT 2015, tax Nov 2013, 155,000km, good condition. Any ideas?
Davina O'Dwyer (Clonskeagh, Dublin 14)
Apr 2013 Filed under: used car values
Which of these models is most efficient?
What car is more fuel efficent: 2005 BMW 5 Series 2.2 petrol, 2005 BMW 5 Series 2.5 diesel or a 2007 Lexus IS 250 petrol - all automatics
Thanks
Sean McGeown (Dublin)
Apr 2013 Filed under: fuel economy and emissions
What's wrong with my Renault Laguna?
Hi, I changed the battery in my 2008 1.5 dCi Renault Laguna and now I have no power at all. It won't switch on, doors not locking, windows, or lights nothing works. The only thing that is working is the power steering buzzing and you can turn the wheels. What would have happened?
Tom Corcoran (Bagenalstown)
Apr 2013 Filed under: electrics
How can I calculate VRT for a Dodge Challenger?
How can I find out how much a Dodge Challenger will cost in VRT? It's brand new and coming from an importer in Germany with a certificate of conformity for Europe.
Dave McCormack (Limerick)
Apr 2013 Filed under: importing
Which family car is a good replacement for my Vectra?
What would the best car be to buy when doing about 35,000km per year? I've a 2006 Opel Vectra to trade in with about €16,000 to spend. There's 114,500km on the clock. It has to carry one child and two adults. Thanks in advance.
Catherine Anne Fahey (Tipperary)
Apr 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
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