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What will I upgrade to from a Mazda MX-5?
I'm currently driving a Mazda MX-5 and loving it. It makes me smile every time I drive it. But with the latest payrise I'm contemplating an upgrade. Is there anything that will give the same driving experience or at least very close to and also be faster? I'd be thinking of spending up to about €50,000, but can be less or slightly more if I feel it's worth it. And no, doesn't have to be brand new, but like the MX-5 I want that amazing driving feeling and something that's reliable (or bulletproof as the MX-5 is).
John Duggan (Stillorgan)
Feb 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
Diesel Mégane, Focus or Citroen C4?
I have €9,000 to spend on a used car. What's the best out of these three diesels to buy? A Renault Mégane, Ford Focus or Citroen C4. Some Méganes seem to be six-speed so which would be more economical and reliable?
Tommy Fallon (Leinster)
Jan 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
When did the current BMW 7 Series go on sale?
When did the new model BMW 7 Series go on sale in Ireland? Was it late 2008 or 2009?
Eamonn Curley (Naas)
Jan 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
Can you help me find a diesel family car for up to €11,000?
Looking to buy a diesel family car in the same category as the Ford Mondeo and Citroen C5. What would you suggest for a budget of about €11,000?
Tommy Fallon (Leinster)
Jan 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
What's the difference between BMW 525 and 530?
Hi, what is the difference between a 525 BMW and the 530 BMW as they are both advertised as 3.0-litre.
Eddie Hurley (Cork)
Jan 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
Is this SEAT Cordoba a good buy?
Is a 2010 SEAT Cordoba with 37,000 kilometres on the clock a good buy?
Breda Feicks (Co Kilkenny)
Nov 2012 Filed under: choosing used car
My budget is €6,000 - I'd like a reliable and efficient car!
I am looking for a reliable, efficient and economical car within a maximum budget of €6,000. Any ideas?
Not asking for much am I?! :D
Sean Neilon
Dec 2012 Filed under: choosing used car
Can you find me an economical SUV for under €12,000?
Hi there, I have €10,000 to €12,000 to spend on a used car. I drive twice a week from Kerry to Dublin for work. I dont NEED an SUV but would really really like one. I need the normal two things in a car: reliability and economy. Is there any SUV out there that won't murder my pocket in diesel costs?
Many thanks
Moss
Maurice Fitzgerald (Dublin)
Jan 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
What car will I replace my Volkswagen Scirocco with?
Having recently been a victim of a car theft (they took my Volkswagen Scirocco 2.0 TDI), I am in the market for a new car. I am completely confused as to what to buy though; fuel economy is a major factor in my decision - the Scirocco was quite economical when driven correctly. I have been looking at Honda, both Accord and Civic though I am worried about the 2.2-litre engine size. Style is also a major factor and I have also viewed a Volvo C30 R-Design and Ford Focus 'WRC'.
Have a love of stylish hatches but not opposed to a change! Please help.
The insurance company will only give me €15,000 so that's my budget for now. I do about 30,000 kilometres a year so need something pretty economical, though I am single so practicality is not really a consideration.
Daniel English (Navan)
Jan 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
Can you find me a fun, but smart buy for under €15,000?
I'm looking at buying a used car at the moment. I'm trying to be smart considering fuel prices etc, but still want to enjoy driving. I've beem looking at BMW X5s, Volkswagen Touaregs and Audi A8s. I'd like a car that is a good all rounder in terms of comfort, style and on the off chance it snows I wont be stuck!
Any advice welcome. (Feel free to advise me to get an M5... please!)
Thanks
Andrew Rhatigan (Dublin)
Nov 2012 Filed under: choosing used car
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