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Petrol or diesel for an imported Volvo V40?
I am looking at buying a Volvo V40 import from UK, but want to know should I go for petrol or diesel as I only do between 12,000- and 15,000 miles a year. I love the V40 D2 but probably not practical with the low mileage I do and I think the V40 petrol only comes in a 2.0-litre. would it be economical or would I be better just going for a Ford Focus EcoBoost instead? I know they are complete worlds apart but I don't want to get the V40 petrol if it will be costly to run either.
Mary Boyle (Belturbet)
Jul 2015 Filed under: choosing used car
What do you think of the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer?
Hi, I'm thinking of buying a 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. It's a 1.8 diesel with 150hp. Just wondering if there are any problems I should look out for with these? It has 67,000km on the clock and has a few extras such as rear spoiler, side skirts and front bumper corner extensions. Just wondering what should i expect to pay for this?
Mike Brennan (Wexford)
Jul 2015 Filed under: choosing used car
What site is best to find a nearly new car?
I am in the market of a nearly new car. Is there any one website where I can be guaranteed to find all of the stock available at any one time from all of the various dealers as there are several websites that seem to filling the same role and don't want to have to keep checking them all.
Mike in Dublin
Mike Osullivan (Dublin)
Jul 2015 Filed under: choosing used car
What is the Peugeot 207 CC like?
What is the Peugeot 207 CC 1.6 (cabriolet) like? I've seen a really nice one with very low mileage like new from 2007 and always liked it. I would like to buy it and the dealer is SIMI registered and offering guarantees so all seems good. How does this car average out / run in general? It would be just for myself (female) with a small child (primary school age).
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H. G. (Wexford)
Jun 2015 Filed under: choosing used car
What first car would you recommend with €10,000?
What would you recommend for a first car for a 25-year old with about €10k to spend. I like the Volkswagen Golf.
John Millane (Ennis)
Jun 2015 Filed under: choosing used car
What luxury SUV will I get with €55,000?
I am looking to buy a second hand luxury SUV that's good on mpg, tax and price. I have about €55,000 to spend. Can you please help?
Paul Sheehan (Waterford)
Jun 2015 Filed under: choosing used car
Can you recommend a car for €10,000 for me?
My 2001 Hyundai Accent has failed the NCT so I need to buy a new car. I'm a mum of two and my husband drives a 2003 Toyota Verso. I have a budget of €10,000. Can you recommend a car to me?
Sharon Drummond (Galway)
Jun 2015 Filed under: choosing used car
Peugeot 407 Estate vs. Ford Focus Estate?
How good is the Peugeot 407 estate compared with the Ford Focus Estate?
Andy Dugan (Letterkenny)
Jun 2015 Filed under: choosing used car
SEAT Leon, Skoda Octavia or Volkswagen Golf?
Which car is the best secondhand buy: SEAT Leon, Skoda Octavia or Volkswagen Golf? I just changed jobs and need a new car. I'll be doing 25-30,000km a year so I'm only really looking at diesels in the 2005-2008 bracket. Which of the cars is best value for money in fuel efficency, cheapest repairs, car longevity etc. Any tips on what I should look out for when buying or any other cars you would suggest?
Cormac Mc Cashin (Maynooth)
Jun 2015 Filed under: choosing used car
Are parts for Saabs becoming expensive?
I'm thinking of buying a 2007 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport, 1.9 diesel. It's in good condition and seems to be a very good price, but I'm told parts for Saabs are becoming ridiculously expensive and that's why you can purchase them so cheaply. Can you shed any light on this?
Jules Hickson (Dublin)
Jun 2015 Filed under: choosing used car
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