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Buying a used car in Ireland guide

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  • #1552
    L-M
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 23,694 ✭✭✭✭L-M


    Price a new one cost to change and price that one cost to change.

    Really depends on how much money you want to spend/save but I would expect there to be somewhere in the region of a 5k difference in the cost to change.


  • #1553
    nd
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,855 ✭✭✭nd


    what are peoples thoughts on a 1.9 diesel octavia, with 170k miles on it as a first car? It's 900 euro and has nct to 15. I'm over 25 so insurance isn't much more than a 1.3 litre ect.

    I havn't gone to see it yet but it is likely to be about to fall apart at the mileage?


  • #1554
    L-M
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 23,694 ✭✭✭✭L-M


    Depends on the car really. The most reliable car I've ever had was a 01 Tdi Golf, bought it with over 220k and sold it with 250k miles


  • #1555
    Cleveland Hot Pocket
    Registered Users Posts: 5,193 ✭✭✭Cleveland Hot Pocket


    nd wrote: »
    what are peoples thoughts on a 1.9 diesel octavia, with 170k miles on it as a first car? It's 900 euro and has nct to 15. I'm over 25 so insurance isn't much more than a 1.3 litre ect.

    I havn't gone to see it yet but it is likely to be about to fall apart at the mileage?

    Get someone to look at the front suspension , incl wishbones, bushings etc as VAG cars from that era suffered bad front suspension wear. (I know, I had a mk4 golf :P )
    Timing belt is every 60 k miles, so assuming it has been done at 60+120, it will be due in 10k miles - otherwise due initially. Its an approx €350-400 job to do.
    Otherwise great car imo, not much else to go wrong with them (apart from turbos of course but that should be easy to spot), and they run forever.


  • #1556
    Ri na hEireann
    Registered Users Posts: 287 ✭✭Ri na hEireann


    Hi all, just looking for cars in around the €1000 mark to use as a city run-around with the occasional trip of Cork-Dublin, maybe once a month or so.

    Any opinions on this Lanos? It will be my first time buying a car. 51k miles seems suspiciously low for a '00 car?

    http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/00-daewoo-lanos-1-3-mint-just-ncted/5780909


  • #1557
    Boooourns
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,619 ✭✭✭Boooourns


    Hi I'm just looking for your opinion on these cars please. 2 kids now so looking for a bigger car, its mostly for driving around the city with the odd long trip. Thanks!

    http://www.carzone.ie/search/KIA/Ceed/DIESEL-G/37613840909007760/advert?channel=CARS

    http://www.carzone.ie/search/Skoda/Octavia/DUAL-ZON/36513830510127040/advert?channel=CARS

    http://www.carzone.ie/search/Toyota/Avensis/1.6-STRA/37113764990131170/advert?channel=CARS

    http://www.carzone.ie/search/Opel/Zafira/CLUB-1.6/36613818536585180/advert?channel=CARS

    http://www.carzone.ie/search/Ford/Focus/1.6-TDCI/37313801904790000/advert?channel=CARS


  • #1558
    Bassjacker
    Closed Accounts Posts: 9 ✭Bassjacker


    MidlandsM wrote: »
    The milage is ok on it, nowt to worry about there.

    this is what I'd so....

    Tell the dealer you are serious about buying the car, only if he puts a better deal together ..make him work for your business/the sale ...
    tell him you'll do 9k with your car ......... and stay stum.....say nothing.....let him do all the work to get your money.....see where it goes.

    Ask to see the service history and ask him to highlight the frequency of the oil changes. As I said, you need to see at least 6 or 7 documented.

    Get your mechanic to check it over, and drive it. Check the tyres are good, and not cheap chineese shyte.

    The car is not due a T belt till 125k miles.

    Ask about the warranty - haggle for a longer one from them, not a third party for extra money..

    Get them to data check the car and provide you with a copy....

    Then, to seal the deal, tell them you want a set of mats, and a tank of fuel....:D

    good luck

    Thanks for all the advice, I went ahead an bought the 2010 Focus that was in the add. The mechanic that came with me found a few things wrong with it so the garage fixed what needed to be done.
    Its my first Diesel so I was under the impression that when I start it I need to wait for the glow plug light to go out before I start it. But when I start it the glow plug doesnt come on at all. It starts no problem, I was just wondering is this normal for this model of car, or maybe the glow plug fuse is broken?


  • #1559
    MidlandsM
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 5,737 ✭✭✭MidlandsM


    Bassjacker wrote: »
    Thanks for all the advice, I went ahead an bought the 2010 Focus that was in the add. The mechanic that came with me found a few things wrong with it so the garage fixed what needed to be done.
    Its my first Diesel so I was under the impression that when I start it I need to wait for the glow plug light to go out before I start it. But when I start it the glow plug doesnt come on at all. It starts no problem, I was just wondering is this normal for this model of car, or maybe the glow plug fuse is broken?


    no , some and many modern diesels are intelligent and only warm the plugs if required (under certain temps - cold start for instance)
    don't over run on oil services on the 1.6 diesel focus....get the oil changed bang on time, or even earlier.....every 8,000 miles would be my opinion,

    good luck and well wear.


  • #1560
    irishmanmick
    Registered Users Posts: 361 ✭✭irishmanmick


    Looking for a bit of advice ... We've had to change our car to the dreaded 7 seater. Was wondering what kind of discount could you get from a dealer when buying outright with cash? Looking at something like:

    http://carsireland.ie/detail.php?ad_id=1003066&r=s.php%3Fm%3D72%26o%3D1133%26r%3D2010%26g%3D0

    or

    http://carsireland.ie/detail.php?ad_id=1007084&r=s.php%3Fm%3D16%26o%3D2204%26e%3D15000%26yn%3D2008%26yx%3D2010%26g%3D0

    Not really great at this sort of thing but figured as we are buying with cash, no trade in we could probably get a discount from advertised price.


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  • #1561
    MidlandsM
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 5,737 ✭✭✭MidlandsM


    irishmanmick wrote: »
    Looking for a bit of advice ... We've had to change our car to the dreaded 7 seater. Was wondering what kind of discount could you get from a dealer when buying outright with cash? Looking at something like:

    http://carsireland.ie/detail.php?ad_id=1003066&r=s.php%3Fm%3D72%26o%3D1133%26r%3D2010%26g%3D0

    or

    http://carsireland.ie/detail.php?ad_id=1007084&r=s.php%3Fm%3D16%26o%3D2204%26e%3D15000%26yn%3D2008%26yx%3D2010%26g%3D0

    Not really great at this sort of thing but figured as we are buying with cash, no trade in we could probably get a discount from advertised price.


    you will definately get a straight cash price deal. There only one way of finding out......and its best to do this. Go see both cars...(ringing in and asking will not give you the credibility you need - if you want to be viewed as a serious punter, go in )...test drive them, try and deal with the Dealer principal (he makes the decisions), and let him/her hear you making all the right noises and let him/her qualify you....and tell them you are a CASH buyer, NO TRADE in, can buy TODAY - but only for a good substancial discount as you are seeing comparible and same vehicles elsewhere but will buy here if the deal is right - (best price,new nct,mats,diesel,maybe a free 1st service) push- push - push them, and then stay stum........let them come back and work for your money.


  • #1562
    john_doe.
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 643 ✭✭✭john_doe.


    Hi hope somone can help here.

    Looking at a Toyota Auris at main dealer in cork.
    Its 1.3 petrol with 13000 miles and cash @ 12500.

    I wondering is this a good price? Or what do they go for . also mileage seems low

    Given the list price in places like carzone with main dealers is it usually expected that you would get some form of money off?


  • #1563
    MidlandsM
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 5,737 ✭✭✭MidlandsM


    john_doe. wrote: »
    Hi hope somone can help here.

    Looking at a Toyota Auris at main dealer in cork.
    Its 1.3 petrol with 13000 miles and cash @ 12500.

    I wondering is this a good price? Or what do they go for . also mileage seems low

    Given the list price in places like carzone with main dealers is it usually expected that you would get some form of money off?

    why ohhh why do people always come on here looking for CRYSTAL BALL GAZING?

    how are we meant to know the margin a dealer has on a particular Auris and what he'll let it out the gate for?

    Of course you'll get it cheaper if you've not trade in, and paying cash.

    Go and ask!


  • #1564
    colm_mcm
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 73,477 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    The year and spec?

    1.33 and miles suggests its a uk model

    As for discounts, there's no set amount. Some dealers price to sell, some build in big margins. Best to compare like with like, figure out realistically what you'd be happy paying and aim for that.

    Also, drive as many different cars as you can for perspective.


  • #1565
    CUCINA
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 692 ✭✭✭CUCINA


    Currently considering changing our car. We have an 06 Ford Focus petrol, with just under 88k on the clock. (Lower than usual mileage because my wife uses it just a couple of days a week while up to now, at least, I drive another car).We have had the car for six years and it hasn't given us any trouble at all, but looking to change while the car still has a reasonable value. (NCT'd till May 14, taxed till end April 14)

    "Focussing" (!) on at an 11 year reg version, which from my initial survey only comes in 1.5 Diesel version. We've never had a diesel car (I know very little about cars generally).

    So two questions, really...Firstly, would it be better to sell privately, then buy from a dealer on a cash basis. Secondly, does anyone have an opinion on the merits or otherwise of a 2011 Focus?
    Any replies would be much appreciated.


  • #1566
    MidlandsM
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 5,737 ✭✭✭MidlandsM


    Yes, sell private (if possible) and buy straight. However, explore what the dealer will do on a cost to change?

    2011 1.6 tdci focus is the car you refer to? they don't come in 1.5 .....they come in 1.6 and 1.8 diesel, and rarely a 2.0 diesel.


    see this post i put up advising a chap buying a similar car. He has since bought it.

    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=88304028&postcount=1540


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  • #1567
    colm_mcm
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 73,477 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    Carzone will list 1.6 as 1.5. A glitch I pointed out to them in 2004 when all our cars had the wrong size listed...

    If you list them as between 1500 and 1599cc they show up as 1.5


  • #1568
    bazz26
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,289 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    Is it the new or old model Focus, both were sold in 2011?


  • #1569
    CUCINA
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 692 ✭✭✭CUCINA


    bazz26 wrote: »
    Is it the new or old model Focus, both were sold in 2011?

    Haven't picked any particular car yet...wasn't even aware that there were two different models for that year.
    Boards is my first port of call as I brace myself for the arduous task of changing cars, so looking forward to looking back when all is sorted and hopefully happy with the outcome.


  • #1570
    bazz26
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,289 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    The new model was launched in late 2011 but there were still a lot of old models registered in 2011, they will be very similar to your 2006 model. The new model also got a newer 1.6 TDCi engine with a six speed gearbox.


  • #1571
    john_doe.
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 643 ✭✭✭john_doe.


    colm_mcm wrote: »
    The year and spec?

    1.33 and miles suggests its a uk model

    As for discounts, there's no set amount. Some dealers price to sell, some build in big margins. Best to compare like with like, figure out realistically what you'd be happy paying and aim for that.

    Also, drive as many different cars as you can for perspective.

    thanks below are the specs, its only 13km, i dont know what these really go for. I went to see the car but didnt drive. Had a small scratch above the back wheel but looked okay

    MakeToyotaModelAurisPrice€12,500
    Engine 1.3 Petrol
    Body Type Hatchback
    Transmission Manual Year 2010 Colour Metallic Blue
    Mileage 7,988 M / 12,856 KM Owners 1 Doors 4 NCT ExpiryOctober, 2014
    Additional Info
    Side airbags, Remote central locking, Rear headrests, Radio/CD, Power assisted steering, Passenger airbag, Multi function steering wheel, Metallic paintwork, Isofix child seat anchor points, Immobiliser, Height adjustable drivers seat, Electric mirrors, Drivers airbag, Cloth upholstery, Cloth seat trim, Central locking, Bumper and mirror in color, Adjustable steering column/wheel, ABS, 3x3 point rear seat belts
    RRP €13,500 Cash Price €12,500


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  • #1572
    Boooourns
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,619 ✭✭✭Boooourns


    Hi can I get your thoughts on this car please?

    http://www.carzone.ie/search/KIA/Ceed/DIESEL-G/37613840909007760/advert?channel=CARS


  • #1573
    colm_mcm
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 73,477 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    Boooourns wrote: »
    Hi can I get your thoughts on this car please?

    http://www.carzone.ie/search/KIA/Ceed/DIESEL-G/37613840909007760/advert?channel=CARS

    Uk model obviously
    Not the best in terms of equipment.
    Later 09s got different grille lights etc and ecodynamics option (wouldn't bother with that option)
    Think they also got 6 speed box around then too.
    Warranty is 100,000 miles so plenty left. Needs proper service history.
    I'd aim for a 113hp 1.6d over an 89hp 1.6d

    Late 09 spec
    http://www.kiaownersclub.co.uk/models/ceed/ceed-models.asp

    Earlier spec
    http://www.kiaownersclub.co.uk/models/ceed/kia_cee_d_model_specification.asp


  • #1574
    Boooourns
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,619 ✭✭✭Boooourns


    colm_mcm wrote: »
    Uk model obviously
    Not the best in terms of equipment.
    Later 09s got different grille lights etc and ecodynamics option (wouldn't bother with that option)
    Think they also got 6 speed box around then too.
    Warranty is 100,000 miles so plenty left. Needs proper service history.
    I'd aim for a 113hp 1.6d over an 89hp 1.6d

    Late 09 spec
    http://www.kiaownersclub.co.uk/models/ceed/ceed-models.asp

    Earlier spec
    http://www.kiaownersclub.co.uk/models/ceed/kia_cee_d_model_specification.asp

    Cheers for that. I'm just looking to trade up to a bigger car as we have 2 kids now. Looking to buy in the Waterford, Kilkenny, Wexford Carlow area budget around 12500 so I'm a little restricted.
    Was looking at these 2 as well.….
    http://www.carzone.ie/search/Skoda/Octavia/DUAL-ZON/36513830510127040/advert?channel=CARS
    http://www.carzone.ie/search/Toyota/Avensis/1.6-STRA/37113764990131170/advert?channel=CARS

    Not a great selection out there for us.


  • #1575
    bazz26
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,289 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    The Octavia while roomy for it's class is still from the class below the likes of the Avensis, Octavia competes with the likes of the Focus, Golf, etc.


  • #1576
    Boooourns
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,619 ✭✭✭Boooourns


    bazz26 wrote: »
    The Octavia while roomy for it's class is still from the class below the likes of the Avensis, Octavia competes with the likes of the Focus, Golf, etc.

    Right cheers, what would you think of the avensis I linked?


  • #1577
    MidlandsM
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 5,737 ✭✭✭MidlandsM


    Boooourns wrote: »
    Right cheers, what would you think of the avensis I linked?

    last of the old model, looks dated now, and will only look worse/more dated soon, I'd try and get something fresher.....


  • #1578
    Boooourns
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,619 ✭✭✭Boooourns


    MidlandsM wrote: »
    last of the old model, looks dated now, and will only look worse/more dated soon, I'd try and get something fresher.....

    I'm not too pushed on the look tbh, once the car is reliable roomy and good value then I'm happy. Would be nice to have as many extras as possible though.


  • #1579
    bazz26
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,289 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    Motor tax on those 2009 Avensis 1.6 is over €500 a year, just something to note.


    Another alternative:
    media?xwm=y&id=a9e4157b-7490-4ea7-93ba-3cce965eaa70&width=400&height=300
    http://www.driving.ie/used-cars/Volkswagen/Passat/HIGH-1.4/36313857393816940/


  • #1580
    Boooourns
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,619 ✭✭✭Boooourns


    bazz26 wrote: »
    Motor tax on those 2009 Avensis 1.6 is over €500 a year, just something to note.


    Another alternative:
    media?xwm=y&id=a9e4157b-7490-4ea7-93ba-3cce965eaa70&width=400&height=300
    http://www.driving.ie/used-cars/Volkswagen/Passat/HIGH-1.4/36313857393816940/

    Ouch pricey tax alright.

    Just don't have the time to drive to Galway(living in Waterford) , nice car though.


  • #1581
    iMac_Hunt
    Registered Users Posts: 162 ✭✭iMac_Hunt


    http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/skoda-octavia-for-sale/6232326

    Hey lads, any thoughts on this car? Am considering buying it, thanks in advance.


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  • #1582
    YbFocus
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,480 ✭✭✭YbFocus


    iMac_Hunt wrote: »
    http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/skoda-octavia-for-sale/6232326

    Hey lads, any thoughts on this car? Am considering buying it, thanks in advance.

    Really does seem to tick all the boxes if that's what your after. Get a look, check the service history and if your happy do a motorcheck or equivalent :)


  • #1583
    iMac_Hunt
    Registered Users Posts: 162 ✭✭iMac_Hunt


    YbFocus wrote: »
    Really does seem to tick all the boxes if that's what your after. Get a look, check the service history and if your happy do a motorcheck or equivalent :)

    Price wise, is that a good price? Cheers, I'm fairly useless when it comes to cars!


  • #1584
    YbFocus
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,480 ✭✭✭YbFocus


    iMac_Hunt wrote: »
    Price wise, is that a good price? Cheers, I'm fairly useless when it comes to cars!

    Not bad at all in fairness, you'll always get a bit off though :)
    Great test and low enough mileage.
    Send a great car with good spec and not the normal boring Octavia.
    Definitely worth a view :)


  • #1585
    Boooourns
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,619 ✭✭✭Boooourns


    Okay I'm finding this tough, I ain't great at picking out cars as you can guess...how about a Honda Jazz, are they roomy?
    http://www.carzone.ie/search/Honda/Jazz/1.4-I-VT/37113890025694610/advert?channel=CARS


  • #1586
    GreeBo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 27,253 ✭✭✭✭GreeBo


    Any comments on this A6 lads?
    2009 A6


  • #1587
    iMac_Hunt
    Registered Users Posts: 162 ✭✭iMac_Hunt


    YbFocus wrote: »
    Not bad at all in fairness, you'll always get a bit off though :)
    Great test and low enough mileage.
    Send a great car with good spec and not the normal boring Octavia.
    Definitely worth a view :)

    Cheers, appreciate the replies.


  • #1588
    colm_mcm
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 73,477 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    Boooourns wrote: »
    Okay I'm finding this tough, I ain't great at picking out cars as you can guess...how about a Honda Jazz, are they roomy?
    http://www.carzone.ie/search/Honda/Jazz/1.4-I-VT/37113890025694610/advert?channel=CARS

    Here's a 2011 for the same money

    http://www.carzone.ie/search/Honda/Jazz/1.2-SE-S/38013896158623760/advert?channel=CARS

    And another
    http://www.carzone.ie/search/Honda/Jazz/1.2-SE-S/37213723491912640/advert?channel=CARS

    Its slightly lower spec and 1.2 but what harm, still has AC etc.
    That 2010 is dear enough IMO, and there won't be any noticeable discount built into that price either going on past attempted dealings there.

    Or better still, a 2012 with tiny mileage for €12,950
    http://www.carzone.ie/search/Honda/Jazz/Honda-Ja/38813898767447490/advert?channel=CARS

    Jazz is a great car.


  • #1589
    colm_mcm
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 73,477 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    Boooourns wrote: »
    Cheers for that. I'm just looking to trade up to a bigger car as we have 2 kids now. Looking to buy in the Waterford, Kilkenny, Wexford Carlow area budget around 12500 so I'm a little restricted.
    Was looking at these 2 as well.….
    http://www.carzone.ie/search/Skoda/Octavia/DUAL-ZON/36513830510127040/advert?channel=CARS
    http://www.carzone.ie/search/Toyota/Avensis/1.6-STRA/37113764990131170/advert?channel=CARS

    Not a great selection out there for us.

    Find a car you like the look of within budget. Drive one locally even if its bonkers money. Figure what you want.
    Then find the best one you can wherever it is. Ask all the right questions.
    Many dealers will meet you halfway from home if you're serious enough about the car.
    If the car is still under manufacturers warranty, it won't make any potential warranty work any more difficult.


  • #1590
    Boooourns
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,619 ✭✭✭Boooourns


    colm_mcm wrote: »
    Find a car you like the look of within budget. Drive one locally even if its bonkers money. Figure what you want.
    Then find the best one you can wherever it is. Ask all the right questions.
    Many dealers will meet you halfway from home if you're serious enough about the car.
    If the car is still under manufacturers warranty, it won't make any potential warranty work any more difficult.

    Thanks for all the advice.
    I'm planning on taking a trip to look at those Jazz's and also this one as its in the same area:

    http://www.carzone.ie/search/Ford/Mondeo/1.8TDCI-/37113793323809940/advert?channel=CARS

    I also saw this one today, seems a good deal, just wondering the size of these cars?...

    http://www.carzone.ie/search/Toyota/Corolla/1.4-TERR/37013890382954330/advert?channel=CARS

    Any thoughts on those 2 cars would be great, i'll leave you alone after that!! (i hope!)


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  • #1591
    colm_mcm
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 73,477 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    Corolla Terra's are for culchies and the interior is the best known cure for agoraphobia.


  • #1592
    Boooourns
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,619 ✭✭✭Boooourns


    colm_mcm wrote: »
    Corolla Terra's are for culchies and the interior is the best known cure for agoraphobia.

    Ha, right cheers.


  • #1593
    colm_mcm
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 73,477 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    What size of a car do you need, are you looking for 2 cars?


  • #1594
    Boooourns
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,619 ✭✭✭Boooourns


    colm_mcm wrote: »
    What size of a car do you need, are you looking for 2 cars?

    No just one. I have a Ford focus 06 LX and we're looking to get a new one. Big reason is because we now have 2 kids so we need more room in the car, looking for one with a big boot and enough room for 2 child carseats and a small adult in the back seat.
    It's headwrecking stuff trying to pick a car.


  • #1595
    kings9929
    Registered Users Posts: 1 ✭kings9929


    http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/audi-a4-2005-auto/6302184

    just came across here when I started looking for a car lots of great advice.

    Can anyone offer ideas on this one. Rang the seller re the gearbox he said that it prob needs changing and has a few other minor problems with it like the carpet mentioned and added it was due service and needed new tyres.

    I asked him how stuck on price he was but wouldn't budge on phone, suggested I come look at car and we can talk price then if I want to buy it. Any ideas?


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    colm_mcm
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 73,477 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    Boooourns wrote: »
    No just one. I have a Ford focus 06 LX and we're looking to get a new one. Big reason is because we now have 2 kids so we need more room in the car, looking for one with a big boot and enough room for 2 child carseats and a small adult in the back seat.
    It's headwrecking stuff trying to pick a car.

    Forget the jazz so. I reckon a skoda superb or a midi MPV like a verso is the way to go.
    For a small car with enough space, a honda frv would be a winner.
    2.2 diesel would be entertaining.


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  • #1597
    colm_mcm
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 73,477 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    kings9929 wrote: »
    http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/audi-a4-2005-auto/6302184

    just came across here when I started looking for a car lots of great advice.

    Can anyone offer ideas on this one. Rang the seller re the gearbox he said that it prob needs changing and has a few other minor problems with it like the carpet mentioned and added it was due service and needed new tyres.

    I asked him how stuck on price he was but wouldn't budge on phone, suggested I come look at car and we can talk price then if I want to buy it. Any ideas?
    If that's a multitronic I'd walk. In fact I'd walk either way.


  • #1598
    Boooourns
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,619 ✭✭✭Boooourns


    colm_mcm wrote: »
    Forget the jazz so. I reckon a skoda superb or a midi MPV like a verso is the way to go.
    For a small car with enough space, a honda frv would be a winner.
    2.2 diesel would be entertaining.

    Octavias! Was thinking of looking at this today....
    http://www.carzone.ie/search/Skoda/Octavia/DUAL-ZON/37713887679748900/advert?channel=CARS

    Had a look at this one yesterday, loved the size of the boot....
    http://www.carzone.ie/search/Skoda/Octavia/DUAL-ZON/36513830510127040/advert?channel=CARS


  • #1599
    colm_mcm
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 73,477 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    Back seat won't be wide enough for what you need.


  • #1600
    Boooourns
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,619 ✭✭✭Boooourns


    colm_mcm wrote: »
    Back seat won't be wide enough for what you need.

    We had a look at one and we were happy enough with the size. We'd only have a small adult in the back seat very occasionally and the boot is perfect...those double buggy's are big.
    Anything I should watch out for. They're going to NCT and service before I see it so I'm hoping its in good condition when I see it.


  • #1601
    colm_mcm
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 73,477 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    Have you actually fitted child seats in the back to see?

    The boot is bigger than your focus but its not any bigger in the cabin.


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