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What can I do to ensure a Volvo XC90 is mechanically sound?
Hi, I'm pondering a second-hand Volvo XC90 2.5T AWD from a dealer. It comes at a reasonable price, with a clean Cartell.ie report and a three-month warranty. However, it's at the top of my budget. I know as much about cars as the mice know about the moon - it's big and shiny. What can I do to check if the car will drive me for some time without major faults?
Piotr Berlowski (Dublin)
Mar 2012 Filed under: choosing used car
What do you think of the Ford S-MAX?
Hi, we just had our second kid so in the market for a seven-seater. The Ford S-MAX comes highly recommended from friends. We've been offered a 2.0-litre S-MAX Zetec TDCi with 140hp, registered in March 10, with 28k miles on the clock, privacy glass and rear parking sensors for €24,500 in a straight deal (i.e. no trade-in). It has dual-zone climate control and electric windows so is a decent spec and is a UK import. I'd like your opinion on the S-MAX as a family car and on the price?
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Brian Keane (Dublin 16)
Feb 2012 Filed under: choosing used car
Skoda Superb, Saab 9-5 or Volvo S80 - all diesel - which one?
Hi lads,
Question for you: 2009 Skoda Superb 1.9 TDI, 2008 Saab 9-5 1.9 Tid or 2008 Volvo S80 2.0 D: all similar price. Safety, reliability and economy are what's important and in that order!
Thanks
Justin Patrick McElwee (Sligo)
Dec 2011 Filed under: choosing used car
How much of a discount should I ask for on a Focus?
I'm thinking of buying a 2008 Ford Focus Zetec 1.6 and don't have a car to trade in. How much of a discount do you think I should ask for?
Kevin Reilly (Dublin)
Jan 2012 Filed under: choosing used car
Can you help me find an automatic car for my mother?
Guys,
Can you recommend a good used (1-2 year0old) small/medium car for my mother? Must be automatic transmission. Currently has an 08 Opel Corsa with an auto box so jerky it'd introduce your forehead to the steering wheel at every change-up. She's in the 60+ age group, but good competent driver. Low tax a priority, performance not an important criteria. Comfortable entry/exit a must and seating not too low due to arthritis - comfort a big factor too.
Any recommendations?
Barry Delaney (Dublin)
Jan 2012 Filed under: choosing used car
What car will I replace my Hyundai Tucson with?
I have a Hyundai Tucson diesel worth about €3,000. My daily commute is 130km, seven days a week, mostly away from the motorway. I have another €12,000 to add to the trade-in value.
I am a single person, but I need to pull a trailer for very small stuff and need to fit in the golf clubs. I typically hold onto a vehicle for five to seven years.
What is the right second-hand vehicle for me ?
Rory Donohue (Galway)
Feb 2012 Filed under: choosing used car
What do you think of the 2001 Honda Accord?
What's your opinion of a 2001 Honda Accord 1.8 SE? Mileage around 70,000.
James Mulcahy (Cork)
Jan 2012 Filed under: choosing used car
Is the Renault Laguna II 1.6 slow?
Is the 1.6-litre petrol version of the Renault Laguna II very sluggish?
John Walters (Cork)
Jan 2012 Filed under: choosing used car
I'm looking at nearly new Nissan Qashqais. Any other ideas?
Hi lads, I'm looking at a second-hand Nissan Qashqai. Couple of questions: are there any other options in similar price range? Diesel or petrol version? Is there any difference in 2010/2011 models vs. '08/'09?
Thanks
Damien Heary (Dublin)
Jan 2012 Filed under: choosing used car
What should I look out for when buying a Renault Laguna?
I am thinking of buying a 2004 Renault Laguna Estate 1.8 petrol, with 125,000 miles on the clock. What are the main things I should look for, considering the Laguna has such a bad reputation for reliability?
Dave Clarke (Carrigaline, Co. Cork.)
Jan 2012 Filed under: choosing used car
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