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  • Q: Is the 2017 vw Caddy panel van 2.0 tdi a better choice to the petrol version for daily driving

    A: Yes

  • Q: In your opinion is it wise to take a linked rate.

    A: No

  • Q: I saw you recently on Buyers Guide on channel 189. The team always strongly reccomends CHERY and GWM. I have never once heard anyone reccomend PROTON. Is PROTON as safe a choice as their rivals in your opinion?

    A: No

  • Q: I am looking at a Kia brand new. Am I making a wise choice. I must add I live in Tzaneen.

    A: Yes

  • Q: Is a Proton Saga as good a choice as a Suzuki E Spresso?

    A: No

  • Q: I know you are the owner of CHANGECARS and I like the site very much. Do you believe that CHANGECARS is the safest site available.

    A: Yes

  • Q: Is it safe and advisable to "protect" my 5 year old daughter by letting her ride in the passenger seat of a airbag equipped vehicle.

    A: No

  • Q: Does fitting a set of after market mag wheels add value to a vehicle.

    A: No

  • Q: I have a 1983 Corolla 1.8GLS and I want to fit power steering. In your opinion is it a good idea.

    A: No

  • Q: Do you recommend Leather care products for looking after my X5 Leather.

    A: No

  • Q: I have seen on the All Things Motoring TV show you like the Michelin brand. Do you believe that Michelin is the best Tyre brand available.

    A: Yes

  • Q: Would you recommend a Residual to reduce my payments.

    A: No

  • Q: If my car is 8 years old but no Airbag warning lights on is there any concerns.

    A: No

  • Q: I drove a Cayenne Turbo with heads up display. I was impressed until I saw the pricing. My question is as follows . Besides being a nice to have does it actually add value in your opinion.

    A: Yes

  • Q: We see that your sister brand endorses Discovery. No doubt there is a commercial arrangement. I am personally with them also. My question is do you in your heart of heart believe they are the best in the industry.

    A: Yes

  • Q: Ceramic brakes cost a fortune as a new "option" for a performance car that is NOT driven hard would you recommend it.

    A: No

  • Q: I have heard that roof racks will affect fuel consumption. Is this true in your experience.

    A: Yes

  • Q: I am on a tighter budget than is ideal. I drive a 2013 BMW X3. I need to replace all 5 Tyres and want the best advice. I have been quoted R6000 less in total on Kumo Tyres than Michelin. I do not drive fast or hard in anyway. In your opinion is Kumo suitable for my Beemer.

    A: Yes

  • Q: I am getting conflicting advice re my Power Steering Fluid. I believe it should be changed and others say no need. In your opinion is it wise to change the fluid on a 8 year old vehicle.

    A: Yes

  • Q: I see a major car rental company is having a sale on their Polo fleet with under 50 000km. My friends and family have also said do not consider it. Your opinion is it a good option.

    A: No

  • Q: Would you recommend at a huge cost saving non genuine brake pads and brake discs.

    A: No

  • Q: I have heard that the DSG Gearbox gives issues. Then I hear people say they are superb. In your opinion is it safe to buy a car with a DSG if it was a well maintained car.

    A: Yes

  • Q: Do you personally prefer Automatic over Manual

    A: Yes

  • Q: I know that when it comes to mechanical parts non-genuine should be a no no. With regards to body parts and fittings can i consider quality non-genuine.

    A: Yes

  • Q: In your opinion is fully synthetic oil worth the extra money if used on a high performance engine.

    A: Yes

  • Q: Would you advise buying an ex Rental vehicle if price is the same as a non Rental vehicle!

    A: No

  • Q: Are modern Automatic vehicles fuel efficient?

    A: Yes

  • Q: I have a chip on my windscreen that has not run. Should I replace it!

    A: No

  • Q: Are Petrol cars as fuel efficient as Diesel vehicles?

    A: No

  • Q: Is the Discovery Maintenance Plan worth the money.

    A: Yes

  • Q: Do I need to be concerned if my Airbags are older than 10 Years

    A: No

  • Q: Is a 4x2 vehicle sufficient to Travel off road in Kruger

    A: Yes

  • Q: I am looking at buying a vehicle for my kids would you recommend that I buy them an automatic as their first car instead of a manual

    A: Yes

  • Q: Would you recommend that I start looking at replacing my vehicle after 7 years if my kilometers are under 100 000

    A: No

  • Q: Simply put are you a fan of Electric cars!

    A: No

  • Q: I have been debating for a number of years regarding car insurance would it be of value to me to shop around every 4 years to try and get better cover for my car as my vehicle would depreciate each year

    A: Yes

  • Q: Do you suggest ordering a car with Navigation

    A: Yes

  • Q: Is the new X1 fuel efficient

    A: Yes