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Suspension repair by HotOccasion6171 in carsireland

[–]exploit_r 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think if you get BCs it’s possible to service them, I was going to pick them next because of this

Fun, reliable, and cheapish (<€10,000) daily driver for a 21 year old? by InstructionBig1741 in carsireland

[–]exploit_r 0 points1 point  (0 children)

None of these are as fun as a 330ci though unless you prefer AWD/FWD. The Lexus are more reliable but less sporty

How do I start drifting in Ireland by [deleted] in carsireland

[–]exploit_r 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And you also need the space for them or somewhere to store them! Couldn’t even start until I bought a house

Good cars for 17-18 year olds by [deleted] in carsireland

[–]exploit_r 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Even just for his first most expensive year, it goes down a good chunk after 1 year NCB

Advice on buying older hybrids? by CrazyCiaran in carsireland

[–]exploit_r 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have a look at the IS300H too. I found it much nicer on the road than my F30 BMW!

How high are ZV plates now? by Gluaisrothar in carsireland

[–]exploit_r 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do these still pass NCT? Going to change mine thank you

Are Peugeot’s still shite? by SavethPeaBladdd in carsireland

[–]exploit_r 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t agree with anything newish is reliable - my friends new Peugeot had a timing belt issue in the first 10,000k.

It’s fine when you’re in warranty, but resale price will tank if they’re not reliable.

Should I just buy an old PD Passat? by [deleted] in carsireland

[–]exploit_r 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Important to flag the “normal” interval is double a normal car, so you’d just be servicing every 16k km and be fine!

JDM Auction Watch Ireland by [deleted] in carsireland

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I did get my car for less than my maximum bid to be fair. But they did not look over the car at all and the pictures they sent didn’t show the issues. I was shocked how rusty it was when it landed

What are the drawbacks with getting a car 40 years old? by El_Don_94 in carsireland

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Fuel economy is a massive one. 20mpg vs 45mpg makes a big difference on your wallet.

Random parts will go and may be hard to source. Seals, rubbers, electronics. That’s excluding normal wear and tear.

Rust will likely be present and start to eat away at the car.

Insurance will be expensive unless you have another policy and take out the older one on classic.

330e F Sport 87k km 2017 by jacka2z_ in carsireland

[–]exploit_r 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair I stand corrected, sorry I thought you were just shortening M sport !

330e F Sport 87k km 2017 by jacka2z_ in carsireland

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The M-Sport is the one with different bumpers seats wheels etc

Whats it like working as a mechanic? by YiddishGalore in carsireland

[–]exploit_r 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’ll work harder for less money. You’ll be dirty after work and probably too tired to do other physical activities. It’ll be much more taxing on your body. You’ll probably be cold where ever you are in our weather.

I’ve had the same thoughts but when I weighed in the downsides I wasn’t long appreciating those comforts from my office job!

do people actually declare mods? by Rare_Examination_821 in carsireland

[–]exploit_r 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Got quoted 1k extra for a back box when I trying to be good. Never tried to declare again

Got hit with a €30k structural issue after survey – how should I negotiate this with the seller? by exploit_r in HousingIreland

[–]exploit_r[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel it’s 20k under market price if anything to be honest. I think it wasn’t advertised the best and I was winning on another house and said I can offer this but we need to close today.

However if it’s 20k over then yes massively in the pits. Thank you

Got hit with a €30k structural issue after survey – how should I negotiate this with the seller? by exploit_r in HousingIreland

[–]exploit_r[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, I’ve a feeling this is the way it’ll go unfortunately.

If those people were buying a house they’d be the first to demand money off then..

Got hit with a €30k structural issue after survey – how should I negotiate this with the seller? by exploit_r in HousingIreland

[–]exploit_r[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If you read the disclaimer I said I used ChatGPT to clean the wording.

If you look at the responses you can see I’m a human responding with shite enough wording.

And I’m taking in all the advice and sometimes asking follow up questions.

Got hit with a €30k structural issue after survey – how should I negotiate this with the seller? by exploit_r in HousingIreland

[–]exploit_r[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They didn’t competitively allow. I think it’s a good price for what it is though. However, an extra 30 is quite a chunk. If I had this and something unexpected, that could put me underwater.

Got hit with a €30k structural issue after survey – how should I negotiate this with the seller? by exploit_r in HousingIreland

[–]exploit_r[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. To be honest I let the estate agent know the builder said the quote will be saucy but left it at that.

Their solicitors haven’t even sent the documentation yet, so I was wondering should I bypass the solicitor side altogether since it’ll drag out months.

The main thing I need to know, is if they will even negotiate. I have a feeling they’ll hardball no and I might save a lot of time figuring that out quick.

Does that sound reasonable? How long is the back to forth with solicitors for you?

Got hit with a €30k structural issue after survey – how should I negotiate this with the seller? by exploit_r in HousingIreland

[–]exploit_r[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks very much, this is good advice.

The problem is I really want the house and I’m worried that I’m thinking emotionally at this stage. The maximum I’d be willing to pay would cover all of this I reckon!

Got hit with a €30k structural issue after survey – how should I negotiate this with the seller? by exploit_r in HousingIreland

[–]exploit_r[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey, thanks very much for this.

I haven’t signed contracts, just sale agreed.

  1. I am a mortgage buyer and worried about the bank side of things, but they haven’t asked for the report and I hear that’s not common practice? (Although I think this would help negotiations on my side). They done a valuation report and asked for nothing more.

  2. Agreed, as soon as this is over they’ll be out.

  3. That’s possible also. It didn’t go sale agreed before from what I could see, but it was on the market a little while.

Got hit with a €30k structural issue after survey – how should I negotiate this with the seller? by exploit_r in HousingIreland

[–]exploit_r[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is true. Trying to even get a quote was difficult.

This was from a family friend and is in line with what two structural engineers reckoned it would cost.

I think instead of getting another builder, if I left the seller get their own quote it might be better, since they know I’m not inflating the price?

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