Expert answer

Hi Tom,

Expert answer

Hi Liam,

We assume by 'outdoor' you mean an Audi allroad quattro type vehicle with raised ride height and protective cladding. Skoda markets that as 'Scout'. Unfortunately Skoda does not offer the Superb in such specification, but it does offer a 4x4 variant in both saloon and Combi (estate) guises with prices starting from €35,695.

If you can live without the Superb's expansive legroom there's always the Octavia Scout - a 4x4 Octavia Combi with 17mm extra ride height, bigger bumpers and moulded side protective strips, for €32,350.

We hope this helps. 

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."

Expert answer

Hi Pat,

You've not told us whether it's petrol or diesel. If diesel then definitely worth testing the glow plugs. That sounds like the most probable reason for this.

Tell us more about it if that doesn't help.

Expert answer

Hi Joe,

We don't know the inside of the door in detail, but it sounds like a lever from the interior door handle to the lock has been dislodged in reassembling the door. You'll have to take it all apart again to fix it I'm afraid!

Best of luck

Expert answer

Hi Brian,

Taking a look at Carzone.ie this is average mileage for this car. We'd recommend advertising it for €6,999, but be willing to accept €500 less for a cash deal. If you want it to go quickly advertise for a little less.

Let us know how you get on.

Expert answer

Hi Anna,

Sounds like either the coolant temperature sender unit or an issue with the air flow meter. These items may not be picked up by the diagnostics. In many cars you can just disconnect the air flow meter to test if it's working properly. Try that first. The coolant temperature sensor will be relatively cheap to replace.

Let us know how you get on.

Expert answer

Hi Noel,

There's a lot of choice out there within those restrictions and you've not given us your budget, so we'll give you a list of the cars we think are worth looking at to start with and you can come back to us if you'd like help narrowing the search:

1. Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi
2. Hyundai i30 1.6 diesel
3. Kia cee'd 1.6 diesel
4. Mazda3 1.6 diesel
5. Nissan Note 1.5 diesel
6. Nissan Qashqai 1.5 diesel
7. Peugeot 207 1.4 HDi
8. Peugeot 308 1.6 HDi
9. Toyota Auris 1.4 D4-D

The Volkswagen Polo and Golf and the Skoda Octavia are other considerations, though the 1.6 TDI engine was not introduced until 2010.

Let us know what you think

Expert answer

Hi Mick,

This sounds to be a problem with the air flow meter. Try disconnecting it completely to see if the problem goes away. If it does then get it looked at - it may just need a clean.

Let us know how you get on.

Expert answer

Hi John,

As discussed via email, you need to determine that a) the electric fuel pump in the tank is working and b) that fuel is getting to the engine. These are intricate jobs that only a qualified mechanic should attempt. Given that your car was rear-ended, it's highly likely that the issue is related to the fuel pump in the tank.

Failing all that get an auto-electrician to go through the relevant fuel pump relays and fuses.

Hope you get sorted.