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Audi A4 or Skoda Superb as a company car?

Audi A4 SE 2.0 TDI or Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI Elegence? Considering BIK and two kids (12 and 8), which would you choose as a company car and why? Expecting annual usage in the 30-40,000km range per year.

Marc Sutton (Dublin)

Jul 2013 Filed under: choosing new car

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What puncture repair solution best suits my BMW 520d?

I have switched to non run flats on my BMW 520d where there is no well in the boot to take a spare. What is my best option for get me home repair etc?

Sean Higgins (Sligo)

Jul 2013 Filed under: tyres

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How reliable is the 2004 SEAT Ibiza?

How reliable is the 2004 SEAT Ibiza? I had a great 2000 model, though big issue with the radio draining battery when car turned off.

Ian Lambkin (Dublin)

Jul 2013 Filed under: reliability

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Is the Volvo S40 worth going for ahead of a BMW 320d?

I'm looking at a Volvo S40; basically just got permanent contract at work and want something to take me from my boy racer days to a more complete car with nice kit. It's the 2.0D version, and wanted to know what power the engine has. Secondly, is this a wise choice? I.e. in terms of a complete car has Volvo done at least a solid job on these? I don't want to go for a BMW 320d! Cheers guys!

Shane Conway (Cork)

Jul 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

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I'm thinking of buying a seven-seat MPV.

Hello, I’m thinking of buying an MPV, possibly Citroen Grand Picasso or Renault Grand Scenic. I have max €10,000 plus 2004 Renault Mégane 1.6 petrol Dynamic with low mileage to trade in. I’m reluctant to buy another Renault as I had many electrical problems with the Mégane. Also, petrol or diesel? Any advice? Thanks and regards, Carol

Carol Murphy (Kildare)

Jul 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

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What's the Nissan Figaro like?

Any problems with the Nissan Figaro that you know of?

David Long (Killarney)

Jul 2013 Filed under: reliability

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Is the Suzuki Grand Vitara reliable?

Is the Suzuki Grand Vitara reliable?

John Hewitt (Clonmel)

Jul 2013 Filed under: reliability

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Is the 2007 Kia Carnival a reliable car?

Is the 2007 Kia Carnival a reliable car?

Ciaran Murphy

Jul 2013 Filed under: reliability

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What's insurance going to be like on a Passat for a 20-year-old?

Would it be very expensive to get insured in a Volkswagen Passat 1.9 TDI 105hp with a provisional licence? I am just 20.

James Duffy (Limerick)

Jun 2013 Filed under: insurance

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Help me spend up to €50,000 on a new car!

I have €40,000 to €50,000 to spend on a car. What would you advise? I have a 1998 BMW 520i with 106k miles since new.

Patrick Rice (Greystones)

Jul 2013 Filed under: choosing new car

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