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Is a high mileage auto Audi A4 ok?

What should I look out for when buying a 2008 Audi A4 automatic? It has 170,000km on the clock.

Simon Doocey

Apr 2013 Filed under: automatic

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Any serious issues with 2007 BMW X5?

Any serious issues with 2007 BMW X5?

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Paddy Dillon (Borris Co Carlow)

Apr 2013 Filed under: reliability

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I need to replace my Focus and I need to carry logs

What to replace my 2000 Ford Focus 1.6 petrol saloon with? It's starting to rattle a bit and it's only doing 35mpg plus high tax for an old car. I recently purchased a stove and need a lot of timber to supply it. I have been loading up the boot of my Focus with timber logs, which is not ideal (I don't want to pay a few hundred Euro on getting a tow bar fitted as the car isn't worth it). A few bits starting to give trouble - steering linkage, engine missing sometimes, timing belt due, NCT due, four new tyres etc. I only do about 10,000km a year, live in the country (rough roads, potholes etc), two young kids. I was thinking about a 4x4 SUV or pick-up to cover both transporting kids around and for the timber work, or should I look for a more economical car with a towbar? I want to come up a few years (maybe stretch to 2008 for low tax).

Sorry it's a bit longwinded but any help would be greatly appreciated, thanks

K C (Cork)

Apr 2013 Filed under: towing

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What's my 2012 Merc E-Class worth?

How much should I get for my 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 220 Elegance? First reg August 2012 with 26,000 kilometres on the clock in perfect condition throughout.

Patrick Laffan (Croom, Co. Limerick)

Apr 2013 Filed under: used car values

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Can you help me to find a cheap to tax car for under €7,000?

What would be the best car to go for within a price range of €6,000 - €7,000 with a low tax rate?

Sandra Doran (Dublin)

Mar 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

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What's the new Skoda Superb like?

Any news on the Skoda Superb facelift due date? Which is better, Superb or new Octavia?

Paul Mc Mahon (Dublin)

Mar 2013 Filed under: choosing new car

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I need a small car to carry a bike please!

What is the best small-engined car for carrying a bike? I looking to buy my first car so am conscious of insurance costs.

Sue Murphy (Dublin)

Mar 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

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What roomy, economical car can I get for €5,500?

I have about €5,500 to spend on a secondhand car. I would like something roomy but economical - 1.6-litre max. What do you recommend?

Noel Grier (Dublin)

Apr 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

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New car decision: Hyundai ix35 or Kia Sportage?

Which new vehicle would you choose, the Hyundai ix35 or the Kia Sportage?

Patrick King (Shannon)

Apr 2013 Filed under: choosing new car

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How much is a petrol Mazda3 worth now?

How much would a 2006 Mazda3 petrol saloon with 110,000 kilometres on it be worth a) selling for cash and b) as a trade in?

Claire O'Malley (Ardee)

Apr 2013 Filed under: used car values

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