Dealer entry 'CR' is almost certainly a CR‑V from the 2017–2022 generation; many Irish examples are diesels or CVT automatics, so a petrol + manual combination is less common — confirm the exact engine code. The 1.5‑litre turbo petrol used in this generation performs well but benefits from regular oil changes and careful warm‑up/cool‑down; with a manual, clutch wear is the main wear item to watch on a 7‑year‑old example. Also verify it is not one of the hybrid variants that appeared in later years (those have different servicing and checks).

• Clutch engagement and slip — test for judder on take‑off and high‑rpm slipping under load (manual clutches are a common wear item).
• Engine oil level and signs of blue smoke or excessive consumption on start/drive — the 1.5 turbo rewards regular oil changes and can show oil‑related issues if neglected.
• Manual gearbox shift quality — check for crunching or worn synchros in lower gears during a proper road test.
• Underbody and suspension for corrosion or damage and signs of towing/off‑road use (look at tow bar mounts, rear spring condition and undertray).