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Should an Audi A6 clutch need replacement this soon?

Is it common for a 2010 Audi A6 TDI to require a clutch replacement at 42,000km?

Patrick Hickey (Limerick)

Nov 2012 Filed under: servicing

Expert answer

Hi Patrick,

Clutch wear will depend on the driver and also where the car is being used mostly. Without knowing much about either of those we can't make a full judgement, but our initial reaction is that it seems too soon for a car such as that to need a new clutch.

We'll be in touch with you via email, and Audi Ireland, to come to a more concrete conclusion.


Is the Nissan GT-R on sale here?

Is Nissan Ireland going to sell the GT-R in the South?

FINN BRADY (DUBLIN)

Nov 2012 Filed under: choosing new car

Expert answer

Hi Finn,

Though the GT-R is not priced on Nissan Ireland's website, we're assured that, if an Irish buyer wants one, Nissan will be happy to help.

If you're having difficulty come back to us and we'll put you in contact with the right person.


Is it possible to retro-fit a reversing camera to my Golf?

Can the rear view reversing camera be retrofitted to a MK6 Volkswagen Golf Edition-R? If so how much would it cost?

Eoin S (Dublin)

Nov 2012 Filed under: aftermarket

Expert answer

Hi Eoin,

We spoke to Volkswagen Ireland and unfortunately the aftermarket brochure does not have have that option. It may be possible to find a second-hand item and have a mechanic fit it, but it'd have to be someone very good.

Sorry to not have better news for you.


Any major issues with the Honda Civic Hybrid?

Is the Honda Civic Hybrid a good car?

James Li (Port Louis)

Nov 2012 Filed under: reliability

Expert answer

Hi James,

We're not fans of the Civic Hybrid in terms of how it drives, but that doesn't mean it's a bad car necessarily. The pool of cars in Ireland is quite small so we've not heard anything negative about them from a reliability perspective, but the American forums seem to be full of owners with issues so perhaps it's best to do some research there to ascertain if the problems are likely to affect Irish cars.

Come back to us if you want more detailed assistance.


Can I get a spare wheel for my Skoda Yeti?

I own a Skoda Yeti Greenline and it has no spare wheel. Where could I get one? I don't like the system supplied with the car.

John Connaughton (Port Louis)

Oct 2012 Filed under: tyres

Expert answer

Hi John,

We spoke to Skoda Ireland about this and here's the response:

"This is not a simple fix. All Greenline vehicles come without a spare wheel.  If it was a Superb or Octavia it would be straight forward.

The Yeti wheel well in the Greenline differs from other models. The Yeti Greenline has increased boot volume and different carpets and fittings (much deeper boot) as a result of not having the spare wheel. This makes the task of including a spare wheel a very difficult one as it won’t actually fit!

It could technically be altered but it would be costly."


Why do we still have VRT in Ireland?

Why is VRT still on vehicles in Ireland when the EU told Ireland to scrap it due to unfair price competition within the EU?

Eamon Morrissey (Meath)

Sep 2012 Filed under: VRT

Expert answer

Hi Eamon,

Why? Because the government can get away with it, that’s why. The EU has repeatedly told the Irish government that VRT is unfair, but then all the government has to do is wave in the general direction of Denmark, which also charges hefty taxes on cars. Basically speaking, at some point, the patience in Brussels will run out and VRT will have to be scrapped. But don’t get your hopes up — no government can afford to give up a €1 billion annual tax take, so VRT will simply be renamed and repackaged in some other form. It’s never going to go away.


What fuel consumption should I expect from my Renault Grand Scenic?

What fuel consumption should I be getting from a 2006 Renault Grand Scenic both 'urban' and on longer journeys? What factors affect the consumption?

Thanks

Rory Byrne (Bray)

Sep 2012 Filed under: fuel economy and emissions

Expert answer

Hi Rory,

First of all, there are a huge number of factors that affect your fuel consumption. Tyre pressures is a major one - ensure they're in spec. Next up is your use of the air conditioning and other energy-sapping devices like rear window demister. The weight you carry in the car and whether you have a roof box or roof bars fitted will also have an effect. Last, but certainly not least, is your driving style.

You've not told us which engine you have so we'll assume it's the 1.5 dCi 105hp, as that's one of the most common in Ireland. The official urban figure for that car was 6.4 litres/100km (44.1mpg) and the combined consumption figure is 5.4 litres/100km (52.3mpg).

Hope that's of some help


Should I buy a Tata Safari?

Is the Tata Safari a reliable motor?

LISA MORAN (GOREY)

Sep 2012 Filed under: reliability

Expert answer

Hi Lisa,

There isn't a lot of data for this car in Ireland as there aren't that many on the road, but reports from drivers around the world suggest that the Safari is plagued with issues. We'd recommend staying away from it.

Hope that helps


Can you get a four-wheel drive BMW 3 Series?

Does the BMW 3 Series have four-wheel drive?

Maria Jackson (Co Dublin)

Sep 2012 Filed under: choosing new car

Expert answer

Hi Maria,

The vast majority of the BMW 3 Series sold in Ireland are rear-wheel drive only. The current version is available only in 320i petrol guise with the company's 'xDrive' four-wheel drive system. That may change in time.

Hope that helps


Any sign of a new Golf Plus or Ford EcoSport?

When will the Volkswagen Golf mk7 Plus model and Ford EcoSport go on sale?

Ian Mckenzie (Grays/essex)

Jul 2012 Filed under: future cars

Expert answer

Hi Ian,

We spoke to Ford and Volkswagen representatives in Ireland and the UK to get some answers. Seems there's no firm information on either as yet. If the Golf Plus goes ahead it'll not be in right-hand drive markets until 2014, though there may well be a proper Golf-badged MPV instead.

Ford is pretty tight-lipped on the EcoSport pictured above. It's under consideration. We're at a Ford future event in September where further announcements may be made so keep an eye on the site for news.


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