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How do the various VAG 4WD systems work?
Hi,
I am wondering what the difference is between the quattro four-wheel drive systems Audi use and the 4Motion system Volkswagen uses on its cars and SUVs. Also is there any difference between the four-wheel drive system used by Skoda and the two above? As they are manufactured by the Volkswagen Group I am interested to see if there are any differences other than marketing terminology.
Thanks, David (County Kildare)
David Carney (Moone)
May 2016 Filed under: gearbox
Is this garage SIMI registered?
Is M50 Motors in Tallaght registered with SIMI?
Matt Murphy (Dublin)
May 2016 Filed under: servicing
Toyota Avensis or Opel Insignia? Estates...
We're currently looking to buy a second hand diesel estate and are looking at the Toyota Avensis and Opel Insignia. Budget is €14k tops and we're looking at 2010 - 2012 options with varying levels of mileage on the clock. Himself is very excited by the interior and gadgets of the Insignia, but I'm wary of moving from Toyota.
Currently driving a 2005 Avensis Strata, which has never given trouble since I got it and before that had an 02 Corolla that never gave me any problems either. Too many electrical gadgets make me nervous as they seem to be very problematic, particularly in the Insignia from what I've read here. It'll be used as the main family car, which does 30-40,000km a year. Need roof rack for bikes and looking for more spacious boot. Economy and reliability are what I'm looking for.
Which would you recommend? Are there other estate models I should consider?
Karina Brennan (Galway)
May 2016 Filed under: choosing used car
Is the Giulia Quadrifoglio coming to Ireland?
Will the Alfa Giulia Quadrifoglio be coming to Ireland? Also, if it is, how much are we looking at?
Simon MacMahon (Dublin)
May 2016 Filed under: choosing new car
What do you think of the 2008 Lexus IS 250?
What do you think of the 2008 Lexus IS 250? I'm looking at one at the moment. Any issues with them?
Emma Sheridan (Dublin)
May 2016 Filed under: choosing used car
Does a 2011 Audi A4 have a timing belt?
2011 Audi A4 2.0 TDI: does this have a timing belt or a chain?
Sonia Olejarz (Belfast)
May 2016 Filed under: servicing
Petrol or diesel for a nearly new Nissan Pulsar?
I wish to trade in my 2010 Kia Rio, looking at a 151 Nissan Pulsar diesel priced at €15,000 with trade in, or 152 petrol at €12,800 with my trade in. Not sure is best to go petrol or diesel. Any other suggestion I should be looking at?
Laurie Healy (Dublin)
Apr 2016 Filed under: petrol vs. diesel
What's wrong with my Audi's clutch?
I have a 2010 A6 2.0 TDI. My clutch pedal is only coming out half way when I change gear. Does it need to be replaced? Or what else could be the problem?
Cheers,
Pat
Pat Power (Cork)
Feb 2016 Filed under: gearbox
What family car to buy?
Hi there.
I am looking for some advice regarding cars that fit three children's car seats in one row across the back. I would like to get a seven-seater, but for ease of use would like to be able to put all the children in one row. Isofix is preferable. I rather SUV-like cars, but obviously my budget might restrict me to a people carrier as I know these are more economical. Can you help? I love the look of the Kia Sorento, but don't know if this fits the three seats in the back.
Thank you!!!
Christine O'Mahony (Cork)
May 2016 Filed under: child or baby seats
Could you value my 151 Peugeot RCZ?
Hi, could you put a value on a 151 Peugeot RCZ HDi GT with 7,000km on the clock?
Thanks,
John
John O Brien (Clonmel)
May 2016 Filed under: used car values
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