Newer BMW 520d or older with lower mileage?
Should I purchase a 2013 BMW 520d with the ‘N47’ engine with 115,000 miles on the clock or a 2014 520d with 147,000 miles but the newer ‘B47’ engine?
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Should I purchase a 2013 BMW 520d with the ‘N47’ engine with 115,000 miles on the clock or a 2014 520d with 147,000 miles but the newer ‘B47’ engine?
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I’m moving from the UK to Ireland, and I have a car and a van in my name. Can I bring both back and be exempt from any charges? I am finding it hard to find information on bringing back more than one vehicle. Will I only be exempt for one?
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I’m a taxi driver and wish to avail of the EV grant and can’t make up my mind whether to go for Kia EV6 or a Toyota bZ4X. Any thoughts on which is best around town etc?
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How much to tax a Volkswagen Transporter privately? Its engine capacity is 1,968cc.
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What would be the VRT on a 2013 crewcab Toyota Land Cruiser Amazon 4.5-litre diesel be? It’s coming from Northern Ireland.
Thanks for your replies to my earlier questions. I have read your review of your experience of the Mazda CX-80. You reference the suspension and use the words “crash and bang” - this is probably the most damning description of a car’s suspension I have ever read. If I test drive this car it will be in a short distance of the garage on good roads, but your review is no doubt more comprehensive and professional. Overall, your review is very positive I feel! Thanks for your replies and if you feel that I have got the wrong end of the stick please correct me.
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Can you give me an EV5 vs. EV3 comparison with considering towing a light caravan under 1,000kg. What is the cross over point when prices match?
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