My First Car…..
Do you remember your first Car? We would love to hear how your First car changed your life. Perhaps it was one incredible journey or that newfound freedom or maybe you even still have your first car? If you and your car would like to be featured then simply answer the questions below and email your answers to info@wheelsforwomen.ie. What was your first car and why did you buy it? How did you come by the vehicle? What do you remember...
Val Robus’s First Car
Photographer and blogger Val Robus recalls her first car What was your first car and why did you buy it? My first car was a Mini – think Mr. Bean’s car and you’ve got the idea. I was 17 when I bought it and learned how to drive in it. How did you come by the vehicle? My driving instructor recommended it to me. What do you remember about it? It was a heap! It was held together with fiberglass and...
Siobhán Cronin’s First Car
Siobhán Cronin, News Editor of the Southern Star tells us all about her first car What was your first car and why did you buy it? It was a little lime green Renault 5 which I bought in Ballyfarnon, Co Roscommon, in 1989, having just started my first job – as a ‘roving’ reporter with the Leitrim Observer. Would you describe yourself as a car enthusiast? Well, I have always loved cars. As a child I never had many dolls but I had a big...
Tips for buying a used car
Buying a used car? How can we make sure we’re getting a good deal and not a rust bucket? Suzanne Keane has some tips When buying a car it’s important to research what you need, what you can afford and also what the common problems with your chosen model are! The tips below will give you an idea of what to look out for when buying second hand – 1. Mileage Check this against the most recent NCT cert. Look at the...
Buying your first car
What you should think about when buying your first car; Suzanne Keane has some advice If you’ve never driven before choosing your first car can be a nightmare. Of course, it’s important to take driving lessons from a professional but if you want plenty of practice before your test it’s always useful to have your own set of wheels. 1 – Don’t Supersize it Unless you’re planning on travelling long...
