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Do I need to replace old tyres that appear fine still?
Hi, just wondering what the story is with tyres that are six or more years old. Mine passed in August with pass advisory and my NCT is up in a couple of weeks, but the tread on the tyres isas good as new as it has only done 2,000 miles. Will I need new tyres or will they go by condition of the set I have?
Justin Corrigan (Trim)
Jan 2015 Filed under: tyres
Is there a scrappage deal with Ford at the moment?
Is there a scrappage deal with Ford at the moment?
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Mary C Sullivan (Killarney)
Jan 2015 Filed under: scrappage
Toyota Corolla or Ford Focus?
Hi, I am trying to decide between a 2006 Toyota Corolla Hatchback 1.4 diesel or a 2007 Ford Focus 1.6 diesel. I do approx 250 miles per week; would there be much difference in the running costs?
Kieran Madigan
Jan 2015 Filed under: running costs
Should I worry about buying a high-performance press car?
Am looking at buying a used performance car; the one thing though that is slightly bothering me is the fact that it was a press car for the launch of the car at the start of 2014. Should I be concerned that it was driven hard and also what would the story be with the warranty etc? Would I be the first owner on the car as well?
Simon MacMahon (Dublin)
Jan 2015 Filed under: choosing used car
Can you recommend a sturdy safe small car?
Can you recommend a sturdy safe small car? I'm driving a Nissan Micra and would like to upgrade to a stronger but not much bigger car.
Bridget Whelan (Wexford)
Jan 2015 Filed under: choosing used car
Why is my Avensis not as econimical as it used to be?
I've a problem with the fuel range on a 2008 Toyota Avensis D4-D 2.0 T2. Mileage is 100,000. Until recently when I filled up with diesel I got a range of 620 miles for a tank of fuel; now I'm only getting 590 miles. Can you please tell me what the problem is and how I can sort this please?
All information gratefully accepted.
Martina Lynn (Ballina)
Jan 2015 Filed under: fuel economy and emissions
Is this trade-in deal on a nearly new Octavia good?
Hi there.
I am thinking of purchasing a second hand (132) Skoda Octavia Elegance 1.2 petrol with 17k miles on it from a main dealer. I currently drive a 2001 Opel Astra (127k miles), which is due for taxing this month. The whole deal including trade-in comes to €16.6k net.
My annual mileage is circa 11,000 so I am wondering if the petrol version is the best option and if the price of the deal is reasonable in your opinion. I would welcome your advice as I have to make a decision in days.
Regards, John from Charleville.
John Rafferty (Charleville)
Jan 2015 Filed under: used car values
Is this Renault Clio worth €4,800?
Is a 2006 Renault Clio hatchback with 49,000km on the clock a good buy at €4,800?
John O'brien (Cork)
Jan 2015 Filed under: used car values
How much is my 2011 Skoda Superb worth?
How much is my 2011 Skoda Superb worth? It is a 1.6 diesel, with very low milage, well kept and full dealer service history.
Pat Walsh (Claremorris, Mayo)
Jan 2015 Filed under: used car values
Will a Skoda Superb suit my needs?
I want to buy a diesel car for a round trip daily commute of 160km, which is mainly motorway. As I have neck/back problems I want to pick up a comfortable and somewhat luxurious car. I was thinking the Skoda Superb Elegance Greenline 2 (2011), as I have a budget after haggling of about €16.5k. Do you think this is a good choice or do you have an alternative to this? And what is your opinion on private vs dealer sale of the type of car I'm going for?
Alice Gervin Dwyer (Dun Laoghaire)
Jan 2015 Filed under: choosing used car
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