choosing used car

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.

My daughter is getting her first car; she is 18. She wants an Audi, but I think they might be expensive and dearer parts etc. So, we are now thinking of a 2014 Ford Focus diesel for reliability and safety etc.

I have a 2016 Kia Rio hatchback with 32,000km on the clock. Should I keep it? I am looking for my last car as I am a senior and once I retire I won't be able to have a monthly payment going out.

Hi folks,

I've recently accepted a new job that requires me to drive from Galway to Shannon (motorway more or less the entire trip). I'm now wondering what is the most reliable motorway car I should be going for. I was stung in the past by a 2015 Mercedes C-Class and don't want to end up with a money pit again!

Budget would be around €15k. Any advice is greatly appreciated.

Thanks

I would like to buy a 2006 Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi estate. Is it a good car?

Thank you. 

Hi Shane,

Thank you for your swift reply. We have three kids: 7, 10 and 15. Mileage at least 20,000km per year.

Looking to buy a family car - budget €25,000 to €30,000 (so I assume a 2021/2022). Looking at the Tucson, Sportage, Audi Q3 or the equivalent Skoda. Looking for reliability. Which of the above would you recommend? Or is there another option I should be looking at?

Hi,

What you think about 2016 Volvo XC90 or 2019 S90 or V90? All diesel. I want to stick with Volvo for safety, comfort, space and reliability.

Is it worth buying a 2007 Audi A4 Sport 1.6 petrol for €3,200 with 113,360 miles on the clock?

What is ground clearance for the 2024 Opel Frontera mild hybrid?

Thank you