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Which new petrol estate should I go for?

Hi guys,

I currently drive a 2011 Volkswagen Passat saloon 1.4 TSI, but am looking to change to an estate. The obvious choice is the Passat Estate 1.4 TSI, but is there any other petrol estate I should consider? My mileage doesn't justify the change to diesel.

Thanks.

Brendan Cullen (Knocklyon)

Dec 2015 Filed under: choosing new car

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Value of 2007 BMW 1 Series?

What is the value of a 2007 BMW 1 Series with 40,000 miles on the clock?

Maureen Walsh (Galway)

Dec 2015 Filed under: used car values

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Any issues with the Mazda 323?

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Mazda 323 GLX? Is there anything I should look out for when buying one?

Levi Billings (Mayo)

Dec 2015 Filed under: reliability

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Is the Mitsubishi Outlander worth a look?

We are looking for a seven seater to replace our 2005 Land Rover Discovery. The tax needs to be less and I see the Outlander looks good in that respect. Are there any PCP deals available on cars of this type?

Louise Phillips (Dalkey)

Dec 2015 Filed under: choosing new car

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Are there 'DIY garages' in Dublin?

Are there any "DIY Garages" in Dublin that you can rent by the hour to service your own car ?

John Sullivan (Dublin)

Dec 2015 Filed under: servicing

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What taxes to pay on registering a classic?

Sirs, I have an opportunity to purchase a classic car that was acquired in the UK in 2006, but little used and never registered. What registration charges and/or penalties are likely to be due now?

Much obliged.

James Edwards. Tullow.

James Edwards

Nov 2015 Filed under: classic cars

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Which new Peugeot 5008 diesel to go for?

Hi,

I was hoping to buy either a 2016 Peugeot 5008 1.6 BlueHDi 120 or a 2.0 BlueHDi 150; both are very similar: which one would you recommend in terms of performance, economy and reliability?

Thanks, Gary

Garret Hearns (Laois)

Nov 2015 Filed under: choosing new car

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Kia Sorento vs. Hyundai Santa Fe please!

Do the new Kia Sorento and Hyundai Santa Fe drive exactly the same when driven on Irish twisty back roads, or has one better handling? I live in Killarney.

Tim O'Mahoney (Killarney)

Nov 2015 Filed under: choosing new car

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Where would I buy a Jaguar badge?

Where in Ireland can I buy car badges? I'm looking for a leaping Jaguar badge for my car. Any ideas?

Adrian Rafter (Portlaoise)

Nov 2015 Filed under: aftermarket

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What happens with PCP if I move abroad?

If one takes out a PCP plan and has to relocate to another country, what happens to the car and payments?

Felicity MacDonald (Ballydehob)

Nov 2015 Filed under: finance

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