The Rangie has gone ... what next?
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I have just sold my Range Rover today, and am smarting at the huge depeciation i have been hit with over the 3 1/2 years since buying it new. I have therefore decided to spend the spoils a little more frugally.
I have admired the way you have flocked to the assistance of other locals, keen for your input, so perhaps you can give me some pointers.
I plan to spend no more than £6k on a daily snotter, to be kept for 12 to 18 months, doing about 10k miles per year.
It needs to be:
A comfortable motorway cruiser, but
Good fun to drive on the twisties
"Respectable" when visiting clients
Reasonably reliable, with low servicing costs
Preferably a nice soundtrack (V8 / V6)
Preferably 4 doors (not essential)
I do not want an estate, nor anything that might be considered a little "chavvy" for my advancing years (Scooby, EVO etc)
Cars i am considering would fit the bill are
BMW 7 or 5 series, Audi A6 or A8. A Merc something or other?
What else should i look at?
All help graciously received, and will be rewarded with alcohol at a hostelry close by!
P.S. i have put some money aside for project "X" , a little something for the Chim once i have it back
I have admired the way you have flocked to the assistance of other locals, keen for your input, so perhaps you can give me some pointers.
I plan to spend no more than £6k on a daily snotter, to be kept for 12 to 18 months, doing about 10k miles per year.
It needs to be:
A comfortable motorway cruiser, but
Good fun to drive on the twisties
"Respectable" when visiting clients
Reasonably reliable, with low servicing costs
Preferably a nice soundtrack (V8 / V6)
Preferably 4 doors (not essential)
I do not want an estate, nor anything that might be considered a little "chavvy" for my advancing years (Scooby, EVO etc)
Cars i am considering would fit the bill are
BMW 7 or 5 series, Audi A6 or A8. A Merc something or other?
What else should i look at?
All help graciously received, and will be rewarded with alcohol at a hostelry close by!
P.S. i have put some money aside for project "X" , a little something for the Chim once i have it back
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/357091.htm
Not sure if it quite fits the non chavvy bit but a great car if you can get one at a decent price. The low volumes in the UK mean it could reasonably hold its value. Big gamble though as it is a Vauxhall at heart and they drop quicker than a turkey at Bernard Matthews.
Not sure if it quite fits the non chavvy bit but a great car if you can get one at a decent price. The low volumes in the UK mean it could reasonably hold its value. Big gamble though as it is a Vauxhall at heart and they drop quicker than a turkey at Bernard Matthews.
zhead77 said:
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/357091.htm
Not sure if it quite fits the non chavvy bit but a great car if you can get one at a decent price. The low volumes in the UK mean it could reasonably hold its value. Big gamble though as it is a Vauxhall at heart and they drop quicker than a turkey at Bernard Matthews.
You reckon he'll accept £6k?! Not sure if it quite fits the non chavvy bit but a great car if you can get one at a decent price. The low volumes in the UK mean it could reasonably hold its value. Big gamble though as it is a Vauxhall at heart and they drop quicker than a turkey at Bernard Matthews.
HTH
john_r said:
zhead77 said:
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/357091.htm
Not sure if it quite fits the non chavvy bit but a great car if you can get one at a decent price. The low volumes in the UK mean it could reasonably hold its value. Big gamble though as it is a Vauxhall at heart and they drop quicker than a turkey at Bernard Matthews.
You reckon he'll accept £6k?! Not sure if it quite fits the non chavvy bit but a great car if you can get one at a decent price. The low volumes in the UK mean it could reasonably hold its value. Big gamble though as it is a Vauxhall at heart and they drop quicker than a turkey at Bernard Matthews.
HTH
Thanks for the suggestions so far chaps, some stuff here i will definately look at, keep 'em coming
no way now Lee. The theft made my mind up for me, I've missed the Chim too much. I'm thinking it needs a little BJ, if you know what i mean Glad to hear you are back in the seat mate.
bmwdrivernigel said:
Now, why does this not surprise me Nigel?touching cloth said:
I agree TC, they do look lovely cars, but never driven one though. Definately added to the list.john_r said:
I reckon this is a steal and ticks all the boxes:
C43 AMG
(ETA: worth an HPI first though as it seems a little too cheap...)
Wow, that does seem a lot of car for the money. I'll look into that one, thanks JohnC43 AMG
(ETA: worth an HPI first though as it seems a little too cheap...)
The Tuscan Rat said:
E1DJH said:
P.S. i have put some money aside for project "X" , a little something for the Chim once i have it back
Are you going to sell it and buy a Tuscan at last ??zhead77 said:
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/357091.htm
Not sure if it quite fits the non chavvy bit but a great car if you can get one at a decent price. The low volumes in the UK mean it could reasonably hold its value. Big gamble though as it is a Vauxhall at heart and they drop quicker than a turkey at Bernard Matthews.
Too pricey for what i'm looking at Neil. BTW, will you be out on Sunday £££ Not sure if it quite fits the non chavvy bit but a great car if you can get one at a decent price. The low volumes in the UK mean it could reasonably hold its value. Big gamble though as it is a Vauxhall at heart and they drop quicker than a turkey at Bernard Matthews.
Robatr0n said:
How about the S6 in the disguise of an A6? They are pretty rare but the brakes/suspension/brakes/engine/horsepower are identical to that of the S6 except it has competition alloys and no 'in your face' wing mirrors or S badges.
that's also a possibility Rob. Young Ben was pointing me in the direction of a 4.2.http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/369935.htm
I think it would pretty much fit the bill!
Either that or as I said a 4.2 A6 / A8.
I think it would pretty much fit the bill!
Either that or as I said a 4.2 A6 / A8.
AngryS3Owner said:
Does it come with a box of cigars, a flat cap and a whippet? john_r said:
I reckon this is a steal and ticks all the boxes:
C43 AMG
(ETA: worth an HPI first though as it seems a little too cheap...)
I test drove one of these last year and it was all good until the HPI check and the service history was checked a great car, but check the historyC43 AMG
(ETA: worth an HPI first though as it seems a little too cheap...)
Edited by john_r on Wednesday 13th February 16:34
Dave
These are nice, drive the wrong wheels being the only real downside, but then you have the Chim for that
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/370514.htm
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/370514.htm
AngryS3Owner said:
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/369935.htm
I think it would pretty much fit the bill!
Either that or as I said a 4.2 A6 / A8.
Hmm, thanks Ben, but the Audi is a better fit!I think it would pretty much fit the bill!
Either that or as I said a 4.2 A6 / A8.
john_r said:
John - Genius!! looks poretty good to me. Two excellent calls mate, I'll be on the first thing in the morning.touching cloth said:
These are nice, drive the wrong wheels being the only real downside, but then you have the Chim for that
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/370514.htm
Tried one of these a couple of years ago Sinc. I wasn't too impressed with the feel of the thing. Perhaps i should give one another try?http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/370514.htm
Edited by E1DJH on Wednesday 13th February 20:42
I notice your first choice is a 7 series.....
Mines still available due to a timewaster over the weekend.....
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/369920.htm
...and change from your 6k....
Mines still available due to a timewaster over the weekend.....
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/369920.htm
...and change from your 6k....
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