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What is the market value of a 2007 Volkswagen Passat?

What is the market value of a 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 165,000km, 1.9 TDI. two years' NCT, full service history, four new tyres, new battery?

Niall O'keeffe (Nenagh)

Apr 2015 Filed under: used car values

Expert answer

Hi Niall,

Probably around €8k retail or €6,500 - €7,000 as a trade-in.


Opel Insignia or Volkswagen Jetta - both 2009?

Which is better: 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 1.9 TDI or 2009 Opel Insignia 2.0?

Sharon Joyce (Galway)

Apr 2015 Filed under: choosing used car

Expert answer

Hi Sharon,

Quite different cars - the Insignia is bigger and plusher and feels, as it should, a lot more sophisticated. That said, the Jetta is comfy and has a massive boot, and is ruggedly reliable too. That old 1.9 TDI is a rattly old thing though. If they're similar on price, spec, history and condition, I'd say the Insignia shades it.


Who are the top ten car finance providers in Ireland?

Who are the top ten car finance providers in Ireland?

Shane Murray (Galway)

Mar 2015 Filed under: finance

Expert answer

Hi Shane,

It's complicated because some of the providers are also providers to the providers - for instance Bank of Ireland provides the finance for many of the car companies themselves. 

Generally speaking though, it's a list of the usual suspects - AIB, Bank of Ireland, Permanent TSB, Ulster Bank and the Credit Unions followed by the big car company banks - Volkswagen Bank, Renault Bank, BMW Finance. There are some leasing companies too such as Lease Plan but they don't really work with individuals.


What commercial SUVs have rear seats?

Can you give me a list of commercial SUVs that have seats in the back?

Philip Stroughair (Dublin)

Mar 2015 Filed under: commercial vehicle

Expert answer

Hi Philip,

There are some very good options here actually. Both the Land Rover Discovery Business and the Mitsubishi Pajero Executive have full five-seat, leather-and-everything cabins, but their boots are big enough to qualify for commercial VRT and motor tax (assuming you can demonstrate that your business needs a commercial vehicle). The Land Rover Defender can be had in similar layout but if you want something really rugged then go for the Volkswagen Amarok pickup, which matches comfort with utility. There's also the Toyota Hilux crew-cab and Mitsubishi is about to launch a new L200 pickup later this summer.


Will a gearbox from a 1.6 Volkswagen Golf fit a 1.4?

Will a gearbox from a 2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 five-speed fit a 2001 Golf 1.4?

Michael Mc Crossan (Dublin)

Mar 2015 Filed under: gearbox

Expert answer

Hi Michael,

It may well be that the housing of those gearboxes is the same, and that they appear interchangeable, but there could be important differences internally that would make the swap less than ideal. Most mechanics won't necessarily know the answer either. We reckon you should should check with a well-established car dismantler, as they come across that sort of thing all the time.

Best of luck


Should I repair or replace my trusty Golf?

I have a 2007 Golf that needs replacement fuel injectors. Obviously that's expensive. Previously the car gave me no problems, however I'm wondering is this the start of issues. Is it time to replace or should I repair?

Colette McCann (Dublin)

Mar 2015 Filed under: choosing used car

Expert answer

Hi Colette,

It shouldn't be. The MkV Golf was really well made and in fact actually had to be redesigned so that it cost Volkswagen less to build. Generally speaking, cost of repair is always less than cost of change but if you're getting spooked that the car is about to start running up big bills, have a word with your local Volkswagen dealer and get them to give the car the once-over. They'll either be able to reassure you or give you a good deal on a trade-in.


How much to trade my Sharan in for a new Verso?

I have a 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. What trade in price will I receive against a new Verso?

Paul Heffernan (Dungarvan)

Mar 2015 Filed under: used car values

Expert answer

Hi Paul,

It depends on condition and service history of course. We've seen Sharans priced up around the €6,000 mark at that age, which would suggest a trade in of €4-4,500. However that's a very good price for one and I suspect you'd get less than that. 

The good news is that Toyota currently has an offer in place that gives a €3,000 trade-in on almost any car. So, strike fast and you should get a reasonable trade in. More details on that here.


What engine size for a first car?

What should be the maximum engine size for a 17-year-old buying a first car?

S D (Dublin)

Feb 2015 Filed under: learner

Expert answer

Hi Stephen,

Unless your surname happens to be Axa or Aviva, you need to stick to a 1.0-litre engine. Now, depending on your budget, that might not be the motoring purgatory that you think it is. If you can stretch to it, a Volkswagen up!, Skoda Citigo or SEAT Mii are all terrific to drive and funky to look at and all come with a rev-happy little 1.0-litre lump. Ditto recent versions of the Ford Fiesta with the non-turbo version of the three-cylinder Ecoboost engine.

Need to buy something older and cheaper? Track down an Opel Corsa 1.0. Not the most exciting car, but safe, solid and decent to drive. Older again? Consider a Nissan Micra from the '90s. Yes, it's slow but it's more enjoyable in the corners than you might think and they go forever on minimal maintenance.


Is the Skoda Octavia's 1.2 TSI engine ok?

Hi guys,

Getting rid of my Peugeot 407 HDi after non-stop problems wiith the engine. I do approx 12,000km of mixed driving per year so starting to look back at the petrols. Really looking for trouble free motoring as the 407 has turned me against diesels. Looking closely at Octavia 1.2 TSI and Avensis 2.0-litre diesel as I think the 1.6 petrol will be a bit thirsty in the Avensis. Have you heard of any issues with the 1.2 TSI engine?

Any advice greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Mick

Michael Mulvey (Ashbourne)

Feb 2015 Filed under: petrol vs. diesel

Expert answer

Hi Michael,

If you want to go petrol then there are few better options than Volkswagen's 1.2 TSI turbo, and when it's fitted to the Skoda Octavia, you've got a near-perfect combination. Drive it gently, and you'll probably get very little difference in the overall fuel consumption compared to your old 407. That engine hasn't really been in the market for all that long, so it's a little hard to get a handle on whether or not there are any reliability landmines out there, but in general we've heard nothing bad. 


Should I be worried about a sudden jerk in my Polo?

I bought a new Volkswagen Polo GT 1.2 TSI DSG and it has just hit 800km. Recently when acclerating, as soon as the car hit fourth I eased up from the gas and the car responded with a sudden jerk. Is this normal? I tried to do it again, but it didn't happen so I am a bit worried. Is this the normal behaviour of a new car?

Thank you

Anish Sharma (Jalandhar)

Feb 2015 Filed under: gearbox

Expert answer

Hi Anish,

It's very difficult to assess issues such as this without sitting in the car, but I would say that it doesn't sound like anything to worry about, certainly not if it was a once off. Try to repeat it and if you're still worried then bring the car back to the dealer and show them what's happening.

It sounds to me like you just caught out the electronics controlling the gearbox.


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