choosing used car

Hi, I'm looking for a second hand Toyota Yaris; am I better to stretch my budget to a 2006 mdoel or if I find an 04 or 05 with low mileage would it be just as good (saving me much needed cash)? Also, what kind of things should I be looking out for on inspection? Is there any maintenance needed with timing chain or the like that I should be asking about before I buy?

A load of questions I know, I would appreciate any advice you can give me.

Thanks!

I'm looking at a 2006 Fiat Punto with 110,000 miles on the clock. It has a small ding in the rear door and I'm told needs a new top mounting shocks on the left hand side. He will do the timing belt for me if I agree to buy, it's been regularly serviced. It's €1,900. Does this seem like a good buy or should I steer clear?

Hi there.

What your opinion of the Opel Insignia? What kind of common weaknesses does it have? And what parts need to be changed regularly? For example I have B5 Volkswagen Passat. From my experience I can say that suspension (independent) is not good for Irish roads therefore it's a weakness of this car. But engine is good - never had troubles (200,000 miles).

Thanks in advance

Living in a rural area with bad roads, which car would be most suited for lady driver: Ford Focus diesel (131 plate) or 2012 Honda Civic petrol?

I am looking at upgrading my car to a one or two-year-old Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI Highline or a Skoda Octavia 1.6 TDI Elegance. There is as you know a price difference, but which would be the better buy? Should I look at something else?

Which used E-Class Mercedes 2.0 or less is best? Which year?

Bill in Cobh, County Cork

I'm buying a 2008 Ford S-Max; are they a good car?

I'm considering a Renault Koleos, any thoughts?

Hi, I am considering buying a 2009/2010 Kia Sorento auto and have read some mixed reviews; may I have your thoughts please?

Thanking you in advance,

Tommy Nolan

What is the best engine size to go for in the 2014 Toyota Verso S:  1.6 D-4D or 2.0 D-4D

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