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How to get an insurance quote when I don't have a reg number?
I have an Irish driving licence for over 10 years and 6 years no claims bonus on a Hyundai i20 (1.2-litre engine) and I'm aged 35. Planning to buy a Tesla, but I'm not sure how much it is going to cost on insurance. I currently have comprehensive insurance with Zurich (€450 a year) and there is no company that can provide me a quote without a registration number, and I can't get the reg until I pay the deposit and place the order before. What do I do?
Rohit Sharma (Dublin)
Jun 2025 Filed under: insurance
We need a large new six-seater for our big family!
Looking to get a 6+ seater for my big family. We've been driving a SEAT Tarraco of some description for five years but it's on the small side for our needs. Trying to nail down the best value offering on the market at the moment is proving difficult.
We've looked at the Mazda CX-80, Hyundai Santa Fe and Toyota Highlander in person, but also have the Kia Sorento/EV9, Ford Tourneo, Multivan etc. on our list to check out.
We'd be going with a PCP most likely. We currently run an i30 as well, so with any more than six people going together we need the two cars. Option of having a six-seater or pushing to an 8/9 van.
Any thoughts would be amazing.
Harvey (Dublin)
Jun 2025 Filed under: choosing new car
Price of a 4x4 Dacia Duster?
What would the cost be of a Dacia Duster 4x4 Hybrid fitted with a towbar? What weight could the above tow?
Vincent Hennelly (Claremorris)
Jun 2025 Filed under: towing
Which stylish family car for about €20,000?
Hi,
We are looking to purchase a new car and we're not sure where to start. We have a 2019 Dacia Sandero and a 2004 Skoda Octavia and are thinking of trading both in for something decent if we can manage with one car (we both work from home frequently and use public transport if needed). Aiming for a budget of about €20,000.
We have older children now, so we need something spacious for family outings or journeys. Any advice would be great thanks.
Alex O'Halloran (Naas)
Jun 2025 Filed under: choosing used car
How much to VRT a Mitsubishi L200?
How much to VRT a Mitsubishi L200?
Ryan (Cavan)
Jun 2025 Filed under: VRT
How to get temporary insurance on my sister's car in Ireland?
My sister lived in Co Donegal for 40 years. She had a Skoda Citigo (2012 reg). I brought her back to the UK three years ago to a care home where she now lives. I have tried to insure the car in my name but cannot do so because I am not permanently resident in Ireland. Is there any way I can get it insured for me to drive when I visit every few months?
Michael Griffin (Cambridgeshire)
Jun 2025 Filed under: insurance
Have I been overcharged for a timing belt change?
Have just paid for a timing belt on a ford focus 1.6 Zetec TDCi manual and it has cost me €1,650. The mechanic said he had skimmed the head gaskets as well. Have I been over charged? Your answer would be much appreciated, thank you.
David
Jun 2025 Filed under: repair
What do do with my 2014 Peugeot 208?
I have a 2014 Peugeot 208. The AA man said he thinks the timing chain jumped. Will this have destroyed the engine completely, or is it worth having it inspected, and parts replaced or get another engine and have that taken apart and checked and made good any bad?
Not sure what to do.
Thank you.
David
Jun 2025 Filed under: fault
How much work is the timing belt in a 2011 Ford Focus?
I have a 2011 Ford Focus 1.6 diesel car and I would like to know how much it will cost and how long it would take to fit a new timing belt, thank you.
David
Jun 2025 Filed under: servicing
Has the Volvo XC90 T8 PHEV a rear-axle issue?
Hi,
I'm looking at Volvo XC90s. In the 2019/2020 T8 hybrid, should the known ERAD problem be a concern? Is there anything to mitigate the risk? Does Volvo cover replacement if the vehicle has a full Volvo service history? Or is it safer to stick with the D5/B5 variant?
Thanks
Donal Canney (Galway)
Jun 2025 Filed under: reliability
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