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Why am I losing power after changing the spark plugs?
Having changed my spark plugs and leads my car loses power after about 10 minutes of driving. What could be the problem?
Jason Valentin (Sprighill)
Aug 2011 Filed under: fault
How much should a dent cost to fix?
How much would it be to repair a dented boot door from a small rear end accident? No paint damage, just a boot door dent across the width of a car bonnet.
Mark White (Kildare)
Aug 2011 Filed under: paintwork
What car to replace my 5 Series?
Hi guys. Might be a tricky one as its really a matter of opinion but i'm trying to replace a money pit '01 BMW 5 Series with something a little cheaper to run.
I've about 8 to 9k to spend on something in the Mondeo/407/Passat region. Has to be Diesel. I'm not too pushed about mileage as age is more of a concern reliability wise. Obviously very little compares to my current motor for comfort and build quiality but any major flaws you know of with cars that class would make the decision a bit easier.
For instance i've heard the Passat has major issues with it's electronic handbrake, A/C, and electrics and the Rover 75 may be tricky for parts. Obviously any recomendations would be personal taste but i'm stumped so any help would be much appreciated. My only absolute no is the Vecta. Been there. No interest in going back. All suggestions greatly appreciated.
Gar O'Neill
Gareth O'Neill (Drogheda)
Aug 2011 Filed under: choosing used car
Can I change the county registration?
Hi, I heard from a mate recently that its now possible to change the county of the car reg eg Dublin to cork. Is this correct.
Jim O'Sullivan (Co.Cork.)
Jul 2011 Filed under: registration
How much is my VW Golf GTI worth?
How much is my 2007 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.0 DSG five-door worth?
David Mller (Cork)
Aug 2011 Filed under: used car values
Should I swap my Volvo S80 for a Mondeo or Citroen C5?
Howaya.
I have a 2007 Volvo S80 D5 and it's giving me 7 litres per 100km. I'm thinking of exchanging it for either a Ford Mondeo 1.8 TDCi or a Citroen C5 1.6 - both 2008. Which car is better from economy, reliability and safety point of view or should I change at all?
Thanks
Justin Patrick McElwee (Sligo)
Aug 2011 Filed under: choosing used car
Is Its4women car insurance ok?
Hello, I am looking around for quotes to renew my car insurance and I would like to know if Its4women is an ok company, as I was thinking of getting insurance from them as they have given the best quote. This includes my no claims bonus of six years fully protected. Thanks.
Pauline Murphy (Cork)
Aug 2011 Filed under: insurance
How do I know if my head gasket is gone?
Hi. I just wanted to know how would I find out if my car's head gasket is gone. When I start the car heaps of water comes out of the exhaust, but I'm not that sure if it is the gasket. Can you help me?
Thanks
Mohammed Sid (Palmerston North)
Aug 2011 Filed under: fault
What do I do about a leaking radiator?
My Toyota Camry suddenly started leaking coolant from the radiator and the engine stopped. Any ideas why?
Nilofar Majumdar (Yanboo)
Jul 2011 Filed under: fault
What's causing the whining noise in my Landcruiser?
I recently purchased a 3.0-litre Toyota Landcruiser in Northern Ireland and have noticed some rust in the chassis and exhaust, but more worrying is a whining noise it has developed in first, second and third gears at around 2,000rpm - the noise dissipates at about 2,300rpm. Have you any idea what the problem could be? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Neville Case (Wicklow)
Jul 2011 Filed under: fault
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