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Which 2008-2009 estate to buy?
What is the estate car to buy around 2008-2009 low tax brands? I was leaning towards Volvo.
Thanks
Mike
Mike Doherty (Cappoquin)
Jul 2017 Filed under: choosing used car
Any advice on a BMW 7 Series?
Hi guys,
I've been looking at a 2007 BMW 730Ld for chauffeur work. One owner from new who is also a chauffeur, all timing chains replaced and gaskets and seals and full auto transmission service done. There's 160k miles on the clock.
Any advice on this model BMW please?
Cheers,
Kev
Kev Dillon (Dublin )
Jul 2017 Filed under: choosing used car
Which of these Toyota Avensis to go for?
Thinking of buying one of the two cars mentioned below:
2009 2.0-litre Toyota Avensis D-4D Luna four-door with 145,000km on the odometer or 2010 2.0-litre Toyota Avensis Strata with 87,000km on the odometer. The 2010 model is €995 dearer, but with a difference of 58,000km on the odometer it might be a better buy? Both are diesel. Other than a lower mileage, do you have an opinion which is better? Also what is the max mileage one can expect to get over the lifetime of this car
Many thanks. Marlen
Marlen Carvalho (Wicklow)
Jul 2017 Filed under: choosing used car
Is this 2014 Opel Astra too good to be true?
Thinking of buying a 2014 Opel Astra (1.4 petrol) for circa €7,000. NCT'd to 2019, but highish mileage at 177,000km. Too good to be true?
Patrick Trehy (Donaghmede)
Jul 2017 Filed under: choosing used car
Should I replace my Zafira with a Volvo V60?
Hi.,
Looking at a 2016 (162) Volvo V60 D6 Hybrid AWD, with less than 6K miles, (9.5k kilometres) on the clock. It is a demo model. Reviews tell me that I should avoid this car, primarily because of price. With a cash price tag of €36K on this car from a dealership I am inclined to think that the value is more acceptable. Does this price raise your two-star rating? With three children approaching teenage, they have outgrown the Opel Zafira and so other options I am considering include the XC60.
All advice appreciated.
Padraig Coffey (Killarney)
Jul 2017 Filed under: choosing used car
Looking for differences in Audi A5s.
Is there much difference between 177hp Audi A5 S line and 150hp Audi Sportback SE Technik? Also, some cars show a dial positioned just below the gear knob for controls while other models show no dial, but a display on the dash. Why is this considering they are the same year?
Gavin Reddy (Carlow)
Jul 2017 Filed under: choosing used car
What fun petrol hatch for €5,000?
I'm a newly full licenced driver at the ripe old age of 30, I haven't owned a car in 10 years so I'm looking at getting a used car for €4-5k, but due to insurance I'm limited to cars 1.6-litre or less. I want a petrol hatchback and would love something fun to drive yet affordable to run and good for motorways on the odd occasion so 1.0-litre shoeboxes would be a no no.
Any suggestions?
John Ward (Galway)
Jun 2017 Filed under: choosing used car
Which luxury car for my chauffeur business?
Hi guys,
I'm in the market for a used car for my chauffeur business. Budget is low as with any business starting out so I've narrowed my choice down to these cars: 2007/8 Mercedes-Benz E-Class CDI 220/270/280, 2007/8 Lexus GS 450h/300, 2008 Audi A8 3.0-litre TDI or 2008/9 Jaguar XF diesel. I have a feeling that the Lexus is the most reliable, but also the most costly fuel wise and the boot is quite small for luggage too. I've been told the facelifted E-Class is very good and reliable as all issues where rectifified with the W211. I don't know too much about the Audi A8 or the Jaguar XF.
Any advice please?
Kev Dillon (Dublin)
Jun 2017 Filed under: choosing used car
Looking at a 2010 Ford Focus today...
Hi, I am looking at a 2010 Ford Focus 1.6 diesel today; it's in excellent condition looking at pictures - obviously I'll know more when I see it. They are asking for €5,900 for the car. Full service and history check. New NCT just done. All stamps and book with car for service history. Is this a good buy do you reckon? I don't intend on paying the full asking price.
Paula Mangan (Meath)
Jun 2017 Filed under: choosing used car
Should we upgrade to a BMW 320d Touring?
Hi,
We currently have a 2001 Volkswagen Golf Estate 1.4 petrol and are looking to upgrade. A potential option is a 2007 BMW 3 Series 320d SE Touring. Do you think this is a good option? We are happy to commit to the extra tax and insurance as we feel this will balance out with savings on fuel.
Would you agree? Any advice you have would be greatly appreciated.
Many thanks.
Kay Clyne
Jun 2017 Filed under: choosing used car
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