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How can I estimate VRT on a new Kia Niro?
Regarding the Kia Niro hybrid: there are two Irish models and four UK model specifications (1, 2, 3 and First Edition). To date, only one of the UK specs have been imported, the Niro 2, which is why only one appears on the Revenue VRT calculator.
I would like to import the top-spec (First Edition) since this spec is not available in Ireland. The problem with this is that I have been told that I cannot get an estimate of this high-spec'd car until after I purchase it and then bring it to the VRT office for evaluation, after which they compile a report of the extras and then I sit back and wait.
This is too much of a risk for me to take. It is all to do with OMSP value. The difference between the highest Irish Niro spec to the highest UK spec is electric sunroof, front parking sensors and an eight-speaker high quality sound system. In your expert opinion, by how much could I expect the Rosslare Revenue office to increase the OMSP value by for my First- Edition model?
Currently, of the four UK models available, the Niro 2 has a VRT OMSP value of €27,535 (but try adding the previous three extras...).
Apologies for this rant.
Many thanks!
Michael Carey (Letterkenny)
Aug 2017 Filed under: VRT
What do you think of the 2008 Jaguar XF?
What do you think of the 2008 Jaguar XF? Is one with 79,000 miles on the clock a good buy or not?
Tim Gleeson
Jul 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
Which seven-seat crossover to go for?
Looking for a seven-seaters. Crossovers, maybe? Not Ford S-Max or Galaxy or MPVs. More Hyundai Sante Fe, Nissan Qashqai+2, Mitsubishi Outlander, etc. Any recommendations? Shame the 2008 crossover is compact and not seven seats like I need.
Roy Ferris (Killorglin)
Jul 2013 Filed under: choosing new car
Which hatch keeps its value best?
I have an 1.8 petrol 2007 Mercedes E-Class with low mileage, but my need for a big car has changed and I require something that will not depreciate as quick and will cost less to maintain and run. Thinking of a Volkswagen Golf or Opel Astra .
Michael O Neill (Arklow)
Aug 2013 Filed under: resale value
Pros and cons of the Kia cee'd estate?
I'm looking at a 2008 Kia cee'd diesel estate: any info on the pros and cons of this car please?
Darren Thompson (Leixlip)
Aug 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
What's the 2.0 TDIe Audi A6 like?
How does an Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDI S line compare to a 2.0 TDIe S line?
Cormac Power (Dublin)
Aug 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
Latest exhaust tech in Skoda's 1.6 TDI?
Hi,
Does the relatively new 1.6 110hp diesel engine in the Skoda Octavia have the new manifold in head technology that's meant to make real world emissions lower and make the EGR valve more durable or do you have to have the 1.6 diesel 120hp engine up, say in the Volkswagen Passat, to have this more modern technology?
I'm not really interested in the 2.0-litre diesels as I'm still a relatively young male driver and I believe you pay too much of an insurance penalty for this engine size.
Thanks
Kieran, Thomastown.
Kieran Hallligan (Thomastown)
Aug 2017 Filed under: diesel
Verdict on the new Hyundai i30?
What's your verdict on the new Hyundai i30?
Declan Otoole (Dublin)
Aug 2017 Filed under: choosing new car
Which of these two Toyota Prius to buy?
Which Prius should I buy? I got two Toyota Prius offers recently. First one is 2005 with 67k miles for €6,000. Second is 2008 with 120k miles for €7,500. The 05 Prius has been looked after better than the 08 one. I am thinking go for the 08 one, but worry about the high mileage.
Could you offer me some advice please?
David Zhao (Dublin)
Aug 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
Tell me more about the Octavia vRS...
What kind of car is the Skoda Octavia vRS?
Dan Burke (Bandon)
Aug 2013 Filed under: hatchback
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