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What engine in the Ford Focus would suit me best?
I'm looking to buy a 2008 Ford Focus for my 100-mile round trip to work. Which would be the best engine taking road tax and fuel economy into account?
Myles Mckenna (Carrickmacross)
Sep 2013 Filed under: fuel economy and emissions
What causes suspension clunks in the Renault Laguna?
Our 2005 Renault Laguna recently passed the NCT (first time surpisingly enough for a Renault!). About a month after the NCT the suspension on the rear passenger side started making clunk/rattle noises going over potholes and bumpy roads - what is the main cause of rear suspension noise in Lagunas?
Don Farrell (Cork)
Sep 2013 Filed under: fault
Volkswagen Passat or Ford Mondeo?
Volkswagen Passat or Ford Mondeo? I am trying to decide whether to buy a 2011 Volkswagen Passat TDI 1.6 CL or a 2010 Ford Mondeo Titanium 2.0 TDCi. Both have similar mileage in the region of 35,000. I am looking for a familiy car with reliability, fuel efficency and good resale.
Martina Phelan (Kilkenny)
Sep 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
Can you advise me on buying a Toyota Corolla?
Hi, would you mind giving me some advice/warning re purchasing a 2007 Toyota Corolla 1.4 diesel saloon? It's a new model with 170,000km on the clock and it's advertised for sale at €8,000.
John O'connell (Corofin)
Sep 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
Can turbos give trouble in the Opel Insignia?
Can turbos give trouble in the Opel Insignia 2.0-litre?
Carmel Haverty (Ballinasloe)
Sep 2013 Filed under: fault
Does the BMW 2.0-litre diesel engine have a problem?
I read recently on a site that specialised in information on car engines, that the current 2.0-litre BMW diesel engine had a weakness in the timing chain area, and that getting this fixed was pricey. The site also said that BMW refuses to recognise that the problem exists. As I am considering purchasing a second hand 520d in the future, this piece of news is disquieting, as the engine seems to be good - powerful, frugal, and great when matched to the eight-speed auto. Have you heard of any problems with the timing chains of this engine?
Tony Mulhare (Dublin)
Sep 2013 Filed under: diesel
How economical is the petrol Volkswagen Passat?
Hi, could anyone tell me where to get the fuel consumption for the 1.4 TSI petrol engine as used in the 2008 Volkswagen Passat? I'm thinking of that car for low tax - doing about 19,000 miles per annum but that will fall to 6,000 per annum next year.
Thanks, Rtb, Galway.
Ronan Bray (Galway)
Sep 2013 Filed under: fuel economy and emissions
What is our Toyota Avensis Tourer worth?
Hi, due to the impending arrival of a new baby we are looking to sell our 2004 Toyota Avensis Estate (diesel) and change to a seven-seater. With mileage of about 94,000 miles it is in good condition. What do you think we could expect as a 'trade in value' as opposed to a private sale (which would appear to be in the region of €4 to €4.5k)? Also, the seats need a really thorough cleaning. Can you recommend a seriously heavy duty valet service?
Thanks
Helen
Helen O'Keeffe (Dublin)
Sep 2013 Filed under: used car values
Is the Audi A6 allroad quattro due an update?
When was the current model of the Audi A6 allroad quattro introduced and is there any update due?
Thanks
Philip Donegan (Ballina)
Aug 2013 Filed under: choosing new car
What precautions should I take when buying privately?
Hi, I have found a second hand car that I really like; however it is from a private individual, not a garage. What checks should I do to make sure this car is what the seller says it is? I'm concerned about buying a stolen car, or a car that still has finance on it, will a Cartell.ie check tell me if that is the case? Other than that, and having an idependent mechanic check the car, is there anything else I should do?
Thanks in advance for your help.
Dawn Higgins (Edenderry)
Aug 2013 Filed under: miscellaneous
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