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BMW 320d, Audi A5 Sportback or Mercedes C-Class?
2013 BMW 320d M Sport, Audi A5 Sportback S ine or Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG Sport? Want something that's well built. Am hearing differing stories about the quality of the BMW, DPF issues on the Audi 2.0 TDI, the Mercedes more expensive that either.
S S (Meath)
Sep 2014 Filed under: choosing used car
Should I replace my Octavia with a Tucson 4x4?
I just crashed my 1.9 Octavia. I travel about 20,000 kilometres a year. I was thinking of getting a 07/08 Hyundai Tucson 4WD but am concerned about the difference in fuel economy. I live rurally (the Skoda slipped on mud) and on a steep hill. I also travel to scenic locations as I take landscape photos. I've read conflicting reports with regard to the economy. I've a loan of a 2007 Fiesta 1.25 and have put €70 into it in the last five days to do about 300 miles. Is the Tucson a realistic choice?
Mark Callanan (Templeglantine)
Sep 2014 Filed under: choosing used car
I need a commuting car with a budget of €7,000.
What would be the most suitable fuel-efficient car (diesel) to do circa 1,800km per month (five-door preferably with space for a buggy in the boot)? I have a budget of about €7,000.
Susan Dillon (Foxrock)
Sep 2014 Filed under: choosing used car
Is it ok to buy a BMW 3 Series with a reconditioned engine?
Any issues with buying a 2007 BMW 316i ES with a reconditioned engine?
Nick Leigh (Waterford)
Aug 2014 Filed under: choosing used car
Swapping my Passat for an Insignia - thoughts?
Hi what would I get for a Volkswagen Passat 2.0-litre FSI Comfortline with 109,000 kilometres on the clock in excellent condition and with a full service history - against an Opel insignia 2011/12 (is it a good car?). Any advice greatly appreciated.
Eddie
Eddie Conroy (Dublin)
Aug 2014 Filed under: choosing used car
Which compact SUV would suit my needs?
Can you recommend an affordable two- to three-year old SUV/4x4 that has relatively low road tax, is fuel efficient and would have cruse control also?
Thanks Sinead (Limerick)
Sinead Hope (Limerick)
Aug 2014 Filed under: choosing used car
What used SUV should I get for up to €8,000?
Hi, I have €7,000 to €8,000 budget to buy a used SUV. I only drive 3,000 miles per year and I have been told by friends to go for the Toyota RAV4 or Suzuki Grand Vitara. What do you suggest? It will not be used for work or off road etc.
Many thanks, William.
William Ellis (Limerick)
Aug 2014 Filed under: choosing used car
Is a 2005 Toyota Corolla 1.4 petrol a good car?
Is a 2005 Toyota Corolla 1.4 petrol a good car? It is a one owner car with 75,000km on the clock.
Bernard Moran (Blesslngton)
Aug 2014 Filed under: choosing used car
Trading in my Golf for a Hyundai ix35 - thoughts?
I want to get a 2011-2012 Hyundai ix35. I have a 2008 Volkswagen Golf GT Sport with 113,000km on clock. What should I be looking to pay with my Golf and are ix35 good and hold their value?
John Fitzgerald
Aug 2014 Filed under: choosing used car
Ford Focus or SEAT Leon diesel?
Hi there. I'm trading in a 1.6 petrol 2006 Mazda3 for a small diesel hatchback to commute in. Looking at a 2010 Ford Focus with 41,000 miles for €7,750 or a 2010 SEAT Leon with 47,000 miles for €7,950, both 1.6 diesel. I prefer the Ford's stats and Leon's looks - any advice?!
Claire O'Malley (Ardee)
Aug 2014 Filed under: choosing used car
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