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Is the Mercedes-Benz a good taxi?

Is a Mercedes-Benz petrol or diesel E-Class a good car as a taxi?

Jay Nolan (Dublin)

Feb 2014 Filed under: taxi

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Would an automatic Hyundai Sante Fe suit my needs?

I'm thinking of buying a 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (100,000 miles). Is this a good buy? I have two teens and a toddler so want the option of seven seats. Is four-wheel drive more expensive to run than two-wheel drive? Also, any advantage in getting an automatic?

Thanks, Andrea

Andrea McLean (Leopardstown, D18)

Feb 2014 Filed under: choosing used car

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What is the most efficient diesel family car to buy?

What is the most efficient diesel family (non-MPV) car to buy? My budget is €20K and I do on average 60 miles a day.

Blaithin Keating (Cork)

Feb 2014 Filed under: choosing used car

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I've got an Australian car question...

Looking at buying a standard 100 series, just wondering if the GLX third row seats will fit one and does anyone know where I can get it fitted in Victoria?

Todd Knight (Healesville )

Feb 2014 Filed under: miscellaneous

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Where will I try to sell a classic Mercedes-Benz?

Hi, where is the best place or website to advertise to sell a classic car? It's a Mercedes-Benz 190e (1989 saloon) 2.0 petrol engine automatic in excellent condition. I have it on donedeal for six weeks now and not one phone call! My asking price is €1,350.

Regards Thomas Ryan

Thomas Ryan (Dublin 12)

Jan 2014 Filed under: used car values

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What's a crashed Nissan Sunny worth?

Hi, what value and what scrap company will give the best price for a damaged 1994 Nissan Sunny Pulsar model with a new clutch fitted six weeks ago? The damage is the driver's door hanging off, the dash ripped off and front supension damaged.

Regards Thomas Ryan

Thomas Ryan (Dublin 12)

Jan 2014 Filed under: crashed cars

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How much is a damaged Ford Fiesta worth?

How much would a 2006 Ford Fiesta with low mileage be worth? It drives very well; however there is slight cosmetic damage.

Alan Brady (Tallaght, Dublin)

Jan 2014 Filed under: used car values

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Is the 2007 MINI Clubman Cooper a good purchase?

Is the 2007 MINI Clubman Cooper a good purchase and what would I have to look out for?

Paul White (Cork City)

Jan 2014 Filed under: reliability

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Will an ex-insurance company car be ok?

I am looking at a car in Northern Ireland. Its previous owner was MIS Insurance and it was apparently given as relief car when accidents occur. Any experience on buying these cars subsequently? What problems arise if any?

JJ, Waterford

Jim Gran (Waterford)

Jan 2014 Filed under: insurance

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Do you agree the new Mazda3 is a good replacement for my BMW?

I am changing car; I have a BMW 318 at present but the new one is quite pricey! I have test driven the BMW 1 Series, an Audi A3, Volkswagen Golf Highline and a Mazda3. Whilst they are all fine cars I found the Mazda very good value and an excellent drive. Can you comnent?

Brendan from Dublin

Brendan Foley (Dublin)

Jan 2014 Filed under: choosing new car

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