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Looking for a large family car...
I'm looking for a family car and have two children under three.
I've had coupes (currently in an Audi A5) all my life so ideally I'd like to switch it up and get an SUV. I'm at a loss of what to get - I'd love the Volvo XC90 and can afford it, but the pragmatic side of me is telling me not waste a huge amount of money on a depreciating asset like that, no matter how great it is.
On the other end of the scale I think the Hyundai Santa Fe is a great looking car, but I can't stand the plasticky feeling of the interior and the ugly interior layout. Do you have any recommendations that would allow me to keep the luxury feel of my Audi, but not cost the earth like the Volvo?
Or... do I just compromise and get a 3-4-year-old Audi A6 Avant estate?
Rich K (Dublin)
Feb 2018 Filed under: choosing new car
Any idea of the VRT on a 2013 Lexus RX?
Hi,
I'm thinking of importing a 2013 Lexus RX 450h F Sport with 64,000 miles on the clock; any idea of the VRT on that?
Many thanks, Robert.
Robert Scott (Dublin)
Feb 2018 Filed under: VRT
How economical is the 2003 Grand Vitara?
How economical is the 1.6 4x4 petrol Suzuki Grand Vitara from 2003?
Joe Gallagher
Feb 2013 Filed under: fuel economy and emissions
Tell me more about the 2002 Audi TT...
I'm thinking of getting a 2002 Audi TT that has 120k miles on it. Two questions - is this mileage worrying for a car like an Audi TT? Also, is this car incredibly heavy on petrol?
Adam Newman (Limerick)
Feb 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
What is the best value 02/03 MPV?
What is the best value 02/03 MPV?
Olive Oisle (Dublin 22)
Feb 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
Looking at getting a diesel Ford Mondeo...
I'm looking at getting a diesel Ford Mondeo, 1.8 or 2.0... For my price range (up to €10-11k) there are plenty available, but should I worry about a car that has 90-110k miles on the clock? Also, what about importing from the UK? Seems you can get a good example there for £6k - with the VRT on top I think it would still work out to be pretty decent.
Greg Williams (Cork)
Feb 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
Which used MPVs are cheap to tax?
I am looking for a decently sized seven-seater that comes in the cheaper tax band; can you please suggest one (that isn't too expensive or new out as I am looking for second hand)?
Natash Murray (Dublin)
Feb 2013 Filed under: taxation
How economical is the 2004 Toyota Corolla?
What would a 2004 Toyota Corolla do to the gallon?
Jon O Connor (Cork Ireland)
Feb 2013 Filed under: fuel economy and emissions
Thoughts on second-hand Audi A4 1.6?
Hi,
I'm looking at buying a second hand Audi A4 1.6 102hp and was wondering is there anything I should be aware of? It's an 07 model with 50,000 miles on the clock. Is it worth €9,000?
Gareth MacHale (Dublin)
Feb 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
Which estate car for up to €6,000?
Hi,
I am looking to buy an estate car, driving mainly around Dublin, the odd long journey. Do not want to spend more than €6k. What would you recommend? Needs to be reliable, fuel efficient and have a big boot preferably with fold down flat rear seats.
Robert Munch (Dublin)
Feb 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
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