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What's the Daewoo Lacetti like?

I am thinking of buying a 2004 Daewoo Lacetti 1.4. Anything in particular I should look out for in this type of vehicle?

Peter Cullen (Dublin 18)

May 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

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Am I mad changing 2012 Golf for older BMW?

I'm driving a 2012 MK6 Volkswagen Golf Edition R (1.2 TSI). While I like a lot of things about the car I am increasingly frustrated by the significant understeer, lack of steering feel in general and the poor seats. I am thinking of changing to a BMW 3 Series M Sport (318d or 320d) around the 2009 or 2010 mark, using this as a trade in. I do very low mileage but I don't mind spending a bit more. Am I mad? I have a bit of a mental block changing from a 12 reg downwards.

Eoin S (Dublin)

May 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

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What can I do about an airbag warning light in my Fiat?

I have a Fiat Stilo air bag problem; the warning beep comes on and it's displayed in the dash. It says 'airbag failer, stop' and it can also display 'engine failer, airbag, stop'. It's a 2003 model and has been like this for a while. I'm afraid in case the airbag will deploy. What should I do?

Angela Nevin (Nenagh)

Apr 2013 Filed under: electrics

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How much to tax the Volvo C70?

How much will road tax cost for a Volvo 2.0 C70? It is a convertible. Also, how solid is the hood?

Rosemary Gallet (Clonakilty)

Apr 2013 Filed under: road tax

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My Octavia's engine dies sometimes - why?

My engine on my Skoda Octavia 1.9 diesel sometimes just dies when slowing down (possibly under braking) but then will start again without any problem. What could it be?

Geoff Collins (Stockport)

Mar 2013 Filed under: fault

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What economical family car should I trade up to?

I am looking to trade in a 2008 Citroen C4 Coupé (three-door) for a more economical family car with at least four doors, low road tax and I have a tight budget. I need either a saloon or estate and have approx €6,000 to spend with my car - any recommendations?

Catherine Walsh

Apr 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

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Can you recommend a new automatic SUV?

Hi - in choosing a new automatic SUV to buy, what make / model would you recommend. Where possible, engine size to be less than 2 litres (1.9 fine) for insurance purposes. Indifferent as to petrol / diesel

John McCormack

Apr 2013 Filed under: choosing new car

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What's the best MPV for under €8,000?

What is the best MPV available for under €8,000? It can be either a five-seater (C-Max) or the full seven-seater. My priorities are reliability and fuel economy.

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James Behan (Dublin)

May 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

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Is the Nissan Almera reliable?

Is the Nissan Almera a good car? I have heard you could have a lot of problems with them.

Sean Brown

May 2013 Filed under: reliability

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Is Dacia launching a new MPV?

Will Dacia launch a seven-seater in Ireland?

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Peadar Cois (Dublin)

Apr 2013 Filed under: future cars

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