Only ever owned VW's and have yet to have any problems at all.
Polo,Golfs and now Passat and all those cars have in a 20 year period been faultless.
Polo,Golfs and now Passat and all those cars have in a 20 year period been faultless.
Car suggestions?
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kinhell
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Mondeo Definitely. Definitely a nice car and has oomph. I searched everywhere and found the best deals at http://www.silverdalecc.com/. They pick up ex lease cars and can get you exactly what you want. Was very pleased with the price and service.
gripitripit
Tour Rookie
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...postcode/cb236bu/page/1/radius/1501?logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...page/2/radius/1501/postcode/cb236bu?logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...page/1/postcode/cb236bu/radius/1501?logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...ured-listing/dealer/8409/usedcars?logcode=flp
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...radius/1501/page/1/postcode/cb236bu?logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...postcode/cb236bu/page/1/radius/1501?logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...radius/1501/page/1/postcode/cb236bu?logcode=p
All of the above with the exception of the last one are more or less the same age and mileage. Big difference in the price. It makes the Superb fantastic value.
The last one is thrown in as it is unreal value for money....!!
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...page/2/radius/1501/postcode/cb236bu?logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...page/1/postcode/cb236bu/radius/1501?logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...ured-listing/dealer/8409/usedcars?logcode=flp
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...radius/1501/page/1/postcode/cb236bu?logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...postcode/cb236bu/page/1/radius/1501?logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...radius/1501/page/1/postcode/cb236bu?logcode=p
All of the above with the exception of the last one are more or less the same age and mileage. Big difference in the price. It makes the Superb fantastic value.
The last one is thrown in as it is unreal value for money....!!
Aztecs27
Money List Winner
Argh! That Phaeton is AWESOME!!!!!!!!!
going to see the
Honda Accord
VW Passatt
Kia Optima
Toyota avensis
RR sport has a shocking quality record, owned by Tata i believe
if the accord and passat had a better 'nose' it would be a bit of a no-brainer, still you dont see the outside when you're driving
Honda Accord
VW Passatt
Kia Optima
Toyota avensis
RR sport has a shocking quality record, owned by Tata i believe
if the accord and passat had a better 'nose' it would be a bit of a no-brainer, still you dont see the outside when you're driving
Aztecs27
Money List Winner
No Mondeo or Mazda, but seeing the Kia? Colour me confused.
Best of luck with the search though. I personally love the look of the Accord - Boot's not a great size though.
thanks gripit, some good looking cars for what seems good money, would need to get a warranty direct policy as well but still decent
No Mondeo or Mazda, but seeing the Kia? Colour me confused.
never been a Ford fan and the Mazda I just dont like the look of:mmm: just looked at the mondeo and I bet its great to drive and quite nice inside too.................hmmmmm
Aztecs27
Money List Winner
As I said, the Titanium Spec interiors are lovely. Decent sound system (DAB radio as standard too) - Convers+ dashboard screen is great for controlling everything on the steering wheel and still looking in front of you and as someone who's done 10k in 7 months in mine, it's very comfortable to drive (and I have 18" low profile wheel rims on mine which make the ride harder). You get pretty much everything with the Titanium and you get EVERYTHING with the TitaniumX and X Sport - iPod connectivity, heated seats, half alacantra seats, electric seats, parking sensors (I had them retro'd on mine, they're a god send!). they really are awesome cars.
I also used to hate Ford's and never thought I'd own one. I'm already looking forward to buying my next Mondeo. You get a lot of car for your money.
I agree with you on the Mazda front though. They're ok looking but looks is the main reason we chose the Mondeo (that and the boot space seemed bigger in the Mondeo (it's huge).
I would at least put it on your short list, if only to rule it out, you might be pleasantly surprised. There's a good reason there are so many sold.
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gripitripit
Tour Rookie
I would go for the Kia. More or less brand new and with 7 year warranty. Lovely looking car.
I dont find my wrx any more expensive over previous cars but I dont do big miles in it either.
If you want a decent car with a huge boot and plenty of standard kit and performance it is very very hard to look past the 08- Skoda Octavia VRS (Derv or Petrol, your choice). great cars for the money.
GreiginFife
Money List Winner
Vauxhall Insignia would be my choice. lots of bang for a fairly modest buck.
Darth, why not BMW 3, I have a E46 Coupe and it's a great car (better than my old 52 plate A4)?
Darth, why not BMW 3, I have a E46 Coupe and it's a great car (better than my old 52 plate A4)?
One Planer
Global Moderator
Toyota Avensis.
I have one at the mo. Takes a trolly, bag shoes, and still has space for more.
I have one at the mo. Takes a trolly, bag shoes, and still has space for more.
Philm
Challenge Tour Pro
Alfa 159. 2.4 jtdm diesel TI version
210hp lovely to drive (alittle laggy for some fuddys)
beautiful looking inside and out, 4yr old one in great nick will cost you 10k.
has an interior of sumptous leather and metal dash work that would shame an M3 RS4 etc.
the only hiccup would be alfa romeos patchy history of reliablity.
(though the 159 is very up to date and was designed by a german)
Phil
210hp lovely to drive (alittle laggy for some fuddys)
beautiful looking inside and out, 4yr old one in great nick will cost you 10k.
has an interior of sumptous leather and metal dash work that would shame an M3 RS4 etc.
the only hiccup would be alfa romeos patchy history of reliablity.
(though the 159 is very up to date and was designed by a german)
Phil
Aztecs27
Money List Winner
Beautiful cars. If it were bigger, I'd have bought one.
daymond
Tour Rookie
Mondeo
Accord
Skoda
Accord
Skoda
HotDogAssassin
Tour Rookie
That's the last lift you get then. :ears:
I can't believe that anyone would mark the Mazda down on looks, that was one of my highest scores when I made my choice. Added to the desire to not just buy the boring option that all others make. Maybe thinking about the first generation (upto 2008)?
Anyway, each to their own I guess. Try taking a look at the What Car website for reviews on all of the above mentioned models.
I had a Land Rover Discovery before the Mazda6, and although I'm a big Land Rover fan and I loved it, the second mortgage cost each month was getting ridiculous.
Aztecs27
Money List Winner
Of all the Mazda's the 6 with the sport body is the best looking but I still feel like it's trying to hard.
I was impressed with the interior though, very nice indeed.
I have to say though, I don't know if I could buy another car without DAB radio, I can no longer live without it!
Wolfman
Tour Rookie
Honda Accord, 2010, Saloon, Type S 2.2 diesel 180 bhp, all leather, sat nav, all electrics,45/50 mpg
Just so happens i may be forced to sell mine for a new company vehicle instead !!
tarmac
Club Champion
if you want something different and away from the mainstream,have a look at the renault laguna 2door coupe.i myself have just aquired one and its fab.room in the boot cumfy an plenty cuddys to whip!!!seriously have a look great value for money with all the toys you need
