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Hi lads. I'm looking for a reliable motor. I've €3-€4,000 to spend and was thinking of the following: Mazda6, Toyota Avensis or perhaps Skoda Octavia. I do 12,000-15,000 miles per year. What's your advice?
Thanks
Is it better to buy a 2009 Ford Focus with 56,000km or a 2011 Ford Focus with 119,000km?
Which is better: 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 1.9 TDI or 2009 Opel Insignia 2.0?
Finally time to change my 2004 1.8 TDCi Ford Focus Estate. With 233,000 miles done, I think it has earned its keep. But what to replace it with? I only do about 20,000km now a year so dont really need the diesel though the torque is good for overtaking. I do need a decent boot as I fill it most weekends. Budget max €13,000. Interested in Skoda Octavia 1.2 TSI in hatch or estate. Is this a reliable engine and does it have enough power for overtaking? Generally only me in car and occasional towing of 500kg trailer also done.
Hi, I am thinking of buying a 2005 Audi A4 Avant 2.0-litre TDI. What are the pros and cons with these cars? It has 160k kilometres on the clock and a full service history.
Many thanks,
Aidan.
I am looking at a 2009 Hyundai i10 and a 2010 Kia Picanto. The Hyundai has 8,000 less mileage than the Picanto but then the Picanto is a year younger. Mileage on both is low. There is two years' warranty left on the Picanto, which is a plus. Is there anything that I should be aware of in connection with these two cars?
What do you think of the 2011 Opel Antara?
I have a 2007 Golf that needs replacement fuel injectors. Obviously that's expensive. Previously the car gave me no problems, however I'm wondering is this the start of issues. Is it time to replace or should I repair?
Are you aware of any issues with the Mazda6? I am thinking of getting a Platinum model , but am a little worried as there are a good number for sale (six- to nine-month old cars being disposed of so soon). Are the salesmen holding something back?
Many thanks
Sean in Limerick
2009-2011 Mazda3: reliable? Reasons to go for diesel over petrol model?