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Audi A5 or BMW 3 Series Coupe?
Hello,
I am looking at buying a used car at the moment. Trying to decide between an Audi A5 and BMW 3 Series Coupe. The 2.0-litre diesels look like the sensible option. I would like low mileage, but don't want anything newer than 2008 really. I would get M Sport if I end up going for BMW, but S line not so important for the A5. Max budget is €25k.
I'm interested in your general opinion of both cars. Would you have a preference? Is there anything in particular that I need to watch out for? Better engine options keeping in mind the tax, resale etc? I only do about 10k miles per year...
Thanks in advance, John
John O'Connor (Celbridge)
Mar 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
Best used and affordable diesel car?
Which is the best used diesel car to buy within a reasonable budget?
Louanne Littley (Waterford)
Apr 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
Should we chop in our costly Volvo?
I own a 2009 Volvo V70 flexifuel. We love the car. We have two children and it is perfect for us. It is roomy, reliable and safe. We plan to buy a caravan so it will be suitable for towing. The only downsides are it costs €1,200 per year to tax, it is relatively heavy on fuel, it has a low service interval (10,000km) and the timing belt is due.
Should we cut our losses and trade it in for a diesel? We previously owned a diesel Mazda5 that gave us a lot of problems with the DPF, thus our aversion to diesel. We will be doing small mileage with long runs during the summer holidays (maybe towing a caravan). Am I being irrational in avoiding diesels because of the DPF issue? Currently I am spending €100 a month on road tax so I would be prepared to spend €200 a month on a vehicle if I was to change.
Your advice would be appreciated
Ray
Ray Mehigan (Limerick)
Nov 2017 Filed under: running costs
How much VRT to import this 2015 Mondeo?
2015 Ford Mondeo 2.0-litre 150 Titianium, registered in Feb 2015, now 98,000k miles on the clock and emissions rating of 115g/km: how much is VRT importing it from the UK?
Thanks
Hugh
Hugh Ohanlon (Sligo)
Nov 2017 Filed under: VRT
Can I get leather on a new Toyota C-HR?
I have asked my Toyota dealer if I can order the leather seats for my 2018 C-HR 1.2 Luna Sports and he said it doesn't come with them, ut another garage said yes I can order them no problem, for €1,000. Can l or can't I?
Mark O Shea (Cork)
Nov 2017 Filed under: seating
Looking for a 2008 Audi A3 Sportback.
I'm trying to source an 2008 Audi A3 five-door diesel and having real difficulty. A lot seem to be imported from the UK.
Any advice?
Hilary Creedon (Cork)
Apr 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
For €13,000, what car can I buy?
For €13,000, what car can I buy?
David OHora (Limerick)
Apr 2013 Filed under: choosing new car
Tell me about the Mazda3's diesel engine?
What type of engine is in the Mazda3 1.6 diesel?
Dino Deehan (Athlone)
Apr 2013 Filed under: diesel
Can I get Bluetooth etc. on my 2007 Audi?
I recently bought a 2007 Audi A4 Avant that has no Bluetooth fitted. Neither is there an iPod connection. Is there an all-in-one extra I can get?
Thanks
Frank Lannon (Newbridge)
Mar 2013 Filed under: Bluetooth
Can I convert a Hyundai Santa Fe CV back?
Hi, I have a 2007 commercial Hyundai Santa Fe. Do you know if it is possible to retrofit rear passenger seats to this make and model?
Thank you
Lisa Carroll (Kilkenny)
Apr 2013 Filed under: commercial vehicle
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