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I need to replace my Focus and I need to carry logs
What to replace my 2000 Ford Focus 1.6 petrol saloon with? It's starting to rattle a bit and it's only doing 35mpg plus high tax for an old car. I recently purchased a stove and need a lot of timber to supply it. I have been loading up the boot of my Focus with timber logs, which is not ideal (I don't want to pay a few hundred Euro on getting a tow bar fitted as the car isn't worth it). A few bits starting to give trouble - steering linkage, engine missing sometimes, timing belt due, NCT due, four new tyres etc. I only do about 10,000km a year, live in the country (rough roads, potholes etc), two young kids. I was thinking about a 4x4 SUV or pick-up to cover both transporting kids around and for the timber work, or should I look for a more economical car with a towbar? I want to come up a few years (maybe stretch to 2008 for low tax).
Sorry it's a bit longwinded but any help would be greatly appreciated, thanks
K C (Cork)
Apr 2013 Filed under: towing
What's my 2012 Merc E-Class worth?
How much should I get for my 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 220 Elegance? First reg August 2012 with 26,000 kilometres on the clock in perfect condition throughout.
Patrick Laffan (Croom, Co. Limerick)
Apr 2013 Filed under: used car values
Can you help me to find a cheap to tax car for under €7,000?
What would be the best car to go for within a price range of €6,000 - €7,000 with a low tax rate?
Sandra Doran (Dublin)
Mar 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
What's the new Skoda Superb like?
Any news on the Skoda Superb facelift due date? Which is better, Superb or new Octavia?
Paul Mc Mahon (Dublin)
Mar 2013 Filed under: choosing new car
I need a small car to carry a bike please!
What is the best small-engined car for carrying a bike? I looking to buy my first car so am conscious of insurance costs.
Sue Murphy (Dublin)
Mar 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
What roomy, economical car can I get for €5,500?
I have about €5,500 to spend on a secondhand car. I would like something roomy but economical - 1.6-litre max. What do you recommend?
Noel Grier (Dublin)
Apr 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
New car decision: Hyundai ix35 or Kia Sportage?
Which new vehicle would you choose, the Hyundai ix35 or the Kia Sportage?
Patrick King (Shannon)
Apr 2013 Filed under: choosing new car
How much is a petrol Mazda3 worth now?
How much would a 2006 Mazda3 petrol saloon with 110,000 kilometres on it be worth a) selling for cash and b) as a trade in?
Claire O'Malley (Ardee)
Apr 2013 Filed under: used car values
Anything to look out for on a 2002 Mercedes C 180?
I'm thinking of buying a 2002 Mercedes-Benz C 180. Any major problems with this model?
Frank Lenehan (Lusk)
Apr 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
Should an Auris use oil between services?
I have a 2010 Toyota Auris. It used two litres of oil between services, Toyota rebuilt the engine and it's still using oil. Is this normal?
David Ruttledge (Sligo)
Apr 2013 Filed under: fault
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