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What's up with my Insignia's gearbox?
I bought my Vauxhall Insignia Estate 1.6-litre diesel from Perrys Main Vauxhall Dealers in Huddersfield in July 2021 which was first registered in September 2016. To date, it has recorded 41,000 miles approximately on its odometer with two previous owners.
I had its annual service and MOT carried out a local garage with an excellent reputation in July 2023 in July 2024 which included supplying new front discs, pads and offside callipers which was completed and paid for on 8/7/24.
Shortly afterwards the clutch burnt out and had to be supplied and fitted along with a dual-mass flywheel completed and paid for on 19/7/24. The vehicle was returned to the garage for bleeding on 25/7/24 due to the poor-quality gear change.
The vehicle was returned to the garage on 23/10/24 with a problem in selecting reverse gear and subsequently first gear without switching the engine off. The manager confirmed this work and any further work relating to this problem would be on a free-of-charge basis under warranty.
Subsequently, the garage has fitted two more clutches to replace those burnt out and a master cylinder during November 2024. Unfortunately, the problem of selecting reverse and first gear still persists, and the vehicle is going back into the garage tomorrow for further investigation.
Have you any suggestion that could resolve this problem?
Cheers, Michael
MICHAEL LAWTON (Huddersfield)
Dec 2024 Filed under: gearbox
Dacia Duster hybrid or new Bigster?
Thinking of getting the new Dacia Duster or else waiting for the Bigster. Which would you recommend, and do you know when the Bigster will be available in Ireland?
Thank
Pat
Pat OBrien (Cork City)
Nov 2024 Filed under: choosing new car
Do I stick with my diesel Tiguan?
Hi,
I have a 2018 VW Tiguan with 210,000km on the clock. I keep up with maintenance and do approx. 160km round trip four days a week. How much more do you think I can get out of it? I’ve replaced a few parts in the summer. Also, would a diesel or hybrid suit me better when buying the next car when I’m doing those mileages?
Thank you.
Juliana Clarke (Roscommon)
Nov 2024 Filed under: diesel
Looking to buy a BYD as a commercial...
Hi,
I am interested in getting a BYD vehicle as a commercial vehicle. Can you tell me if the electric Seal Design saloon can be used as a commercial car? If not can its new BYD Seal U hybrid?
Thanks
Mike
Mike Breen (Limerick)
Nov 2024 Filed under: choosing new car
How long is the Hyundai Inster inside?
Hello,
Can you tell me the internal length from front dash to boot door (passenger side) on the upcoming Hyundai Inster EV please? I understand all the seats have a ‘fold flat’ option for cargo and I need to be able to carry a load approx 165cm x 40 x 40.
Thanks very much.
Jane Bryant (Cork)
Nov 2024 Filed under: choosing new car
Can I get a refund on my lemon of a Jaguar?
Am I due a refund from my garage?
I bought my car, a 2016 Jaguar XE, in July 2023. Unfortunately, it has not been fit for purpose and has spent more time in the garage than on the road. I am outlining all the times it’s been back in the garage in the last year:
31 August 2023: car went back to them for a week over NOX sensor issue.
5/6 of September 2023: car went in for oil issue got car back around 20th of Oct.
18th of Dec: went back to garage over engine and dying didn’t get back until 29th of April. A new six-month warranty was given to me.
Car went back to garage in August this year for air conditioning and EGR issue for about a month.
Car went back to garage on October 25 for DPF issue apparently and returned on 7th of November but not fixed.
Under the Consumer Act am I eligible for a refund or have I a good case legally?
Paul OConnor (Skerries)
Nov 2024 Filed under: warranty
My car's engine failed. What do I do?
Hi,
I bought a 2012 Peugeot 3008 automatic nine days ago from a mechanic who told me he was selling the car for his friend who I have never met. I paid the mechanic in cash and two days ago the engine broke and cannot be repaired. I need a whole new engine. The mechanic is saying it’s nothing to do with him. I am devastated.
Alisa Kavanagh (Enniscorthy Wexford)
Nov 2024 Filed under: fault
Renault Clio or Toyota Auris?
Hi,
I am looking at purchasing either a 2015 Renault Clio 1.5 diesel with 88,000km on the clock or a 2013 Toyota Auris diesel with 196,000km on the clock for €8,500. I used to drive a Peugeot 207 and currently renting a Clio until I buy a new car.
I drive a lot for work and need a good seat (neck issues) and something that is economical on fuel. I'd really appreciate your advice on which is the better car in the long run. My budget is €9,000, which I know is low for a decent car.
Ciara Conway (Galway)
Nov 2024 Filed under: choosing used car
When to do the belt on my Octavia TDI?
Hi,
I have a 2018 Octavia 1.6 TDI with 139,000km on it. Timing belt was done at 90,000km. When would the timing belt next need to be done?
James Reardon (Portarlington)
Nov 2024 Filed under: servicing
Which auto SUV for up to €35,000?
Hi,
Can I ask which vehicle you would choose from the following: Hyundai Kona 1.6 Hybrid Excellence or the new MG ZS Hybrid+. I want a reliable SUV with good power, automatic and all the mod cons with a budget of €35k for new.
Also, is it crazy to buy new or would I be better off buying from the following list even if it was 2-3 years old instead: Skoda Karoq Style or Sportline, SEAT Ateca, Cupra Formentor?
Thanks for the advice
Lorraine Rynne (Miltown Malbay)
Nov 2024 Filed under: choosing new car
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