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Should I believe what I've been told about MINIs?

Hi, I am obsessed with getting a MINI (One or Cooper), but I have been told that they are bad for people with any back issues, they are terrible for fuel consumption and they are unreliable. Is any of that true?

Tara Woolridge (Dublin)

Dec 2013 Filed under: choosing new car

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Toyota RAV4 or Honda HR-V or Honda CR-V?

Toyota RAV4 vs. Honda HR-V vs. Honda CR-V: which is the better and most economical cruiser?

Deen Ade (Cork)

Dec 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

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How should I sort my paintwork after a car park 'rub'?

How to remove paint picked up accidentally from rubbing a pillar in a car park?

Shay Roche (Dublin)

Dec 2013 Filed under: paintwork

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Is the 2008 diesel Honda CR-V four-wheel drive?

Is the Honda CR-V 2008 model with 2.2 diesel engine four-wheel drive?

Brian Quaid (Cork)

Dec 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

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What does 'city steering' mean?

What does 'city steering' mean?

Victor Butler (Cork)

Dec 2013 Filed under: optional extras

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Kia Sportage or Mazda CX-5?

How would you rate Kia Sportage against the Mazda CX-5?

Nick Ryan (Feakle)

Dec 2013 Filed under: choosing new car

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Any known problems with the Suzuki Swift?

2008 Suzuki Swift: any known problems or issues?

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Tom Nelson (Maynooth)

Dec 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

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What is the most economical small family diesel car?

What is the most economical small family diesel car with a 1.6- to 2.0-litre engine?

Phil Blake (Cahir)

Dec 2013 Filed under: fuel economy and emissions

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Does my Yaris have a timing belt or chain?

Is there a timing belt or chain on the Toyota Yaris?

Albert Markey (Drogheda)

Dec 2013 Filed under: servicing

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Why is my Ford Focus using so much oil?

My Ford Focus is using oil at an alarming rate with no visible leaks and also no smoke from the exhaust. What could be the problem?

Michael F Carroll (Clonakilty)

Jun 2013 Filed under: fault

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