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Kia Rio or Ford Focus?

How does the Kia Rio diesel compare against the diesel Ford Focus?

Tom Kav (Dublin)

Apr 2014 Filed under: choosing used car

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Is the Ford Focus Saloon a good car?

I'm thinking of buying a 2009 Ford Focus Saloon. Is it a good car?

Greg Mcgrath (Roscommon)

Apr 2014 Filed under: choosing used car

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What's the Mazda3 like?

Hello, I'm considering buying a 2008 Mazda3 1.6 diesel. Any drawbacks or are they a good car?

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Val.

Valerie Swan (Dublin)

Apr 2014 Filed under: choosing used car

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Is the Audi A5 economical?

I am thinking of buying 2010 Audi A5 basic model. I note the economy quoted is 55mpg. Do you know if this is achievable? Most of my driving will be on motorways.

Patrick Sullivan (Dublin)

Apr 2014 Filed under: fuel economy and emissions

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Is this Renault good value for money?

Hi, I have come across a 2006 Renault 1.5 Dynamique for sale for €6,745. The car has 45,000 miles on the clock. Do you think that this is a good buy and what would I need to look out for? I am looking for something spacious and reliable in this price range with three good size rear seats.

Thank you,

Mary, Mullingar

Mary Killian (Mullingar)

Apr 2014 Filed under: choosing used car

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Anything to particularly look out for when buying a Mercedes-Benz CLS?

Anything to particularly look out for when buying a 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 320 CDI?

Derek Bell (Dublin)

Apr 2014 Filed under: choosing used car

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Is a 2010 Toyota diesel car any good?

Is a 2010 Toyota diesel car any good?

Raska Lowe (Clare)

Apr 2014 Filed under: diesel

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Is there a problem with imported Nissan Micras?

I just want to buy a Nissan Micra, but some of my friends are saying don't buy an imported one. So what is the drawback of an imported car in Ireland?

Mech Orle (Dublin)

Apr 2014 Filed under: importing

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Do I need to replace the whole light in my BMW?

Do I need to replace the rear light on my 2007 BMW 325 Coupé if the LED bulb is gone?

Shay Quinn (Dublin)

Apr 2014 Filed under: servicing

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What would cause a Suzuki Grand Vitara diesel to be slow to start?

What would cause a Suzuki Grand Vitara diesel to be slow to start? All four heater plugs are good, and it starts quicker if you pump the accelerator when starting.

Mattie Canty (Birdhill)

Mar 2014 Filed under: fault

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