What estate £1500-£2500?
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markwm said:
I'm in between cars and need a runabout for a few weeks/months, maybe longer. Looking for an estate between 1500-2500....what would you go for?
At that price, whatever's working.If I had a choice it'd be a mondeo like this: www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/ford/mon...
Although if it wasn't knackered, an old E class (prior to the quality degradation caused by sales/accounts taking control of the company in the late 90's/early 00's) is an interesting idea: www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/mercedes...
(I know because I am looking for one)This cost me £1,200 and I loved it. Was a 2006 Saab 9-3 1.9tdi (150bhp) with 140k on the clock. The only thing that gave away it's mileage was the gearbox as it felt a little tired (probably needed an oil change!), the rest of the car really didn't feel it's age though. Also, I think they look cool, have all the right features and have plenty of character.
Only reason I sold up was that I wanted an auto and fancied another Merc.
Only reason I sold up was that I wanted an auto and fancied another Merc.
IanCress said:
Volvo V70. Big comfy heated seats and a 5 Cylinder engine. There's no better way to transport a dog. Or a wardrobe.
Mate of mine just sold one of these (FiL passed away) for a grand, 2002, 120k, immaculate one owner. Was very tempted to make him an offer myself. Spend the rest of the budget on a holiday, no need to spend another grand on top, won't get you much more car.An E46 Touring any day.
Bought mine (2001) a couple of years ago for £1300 and it had every toy imaginable for its time. Leather (fairly uncommon in the 320D), PS2 and two televisions, parking sensors, CD changer, amp etc.
Unfortunately the engine went at 240,000 miles so no shame to it. I'd love to get a 330D Touring at some point.
Bought mine (2001) a couple of years ago for £1300 and it had every toy imaginable for its time. Leather (fairly uncommon in the 320D), PS2 and two televisions, parking sensors, CD changer, amp etc.
Unfortunately the engine went at 240,000 miles so no shame to it. I'd love to get a 330D Touring at some point.
lufbramatt said:
IanCress said:
Volvo V70. Big comfy heated seats and a 5 Cylinder engine. There's no better way to transport a dog. Or a wardrobe.
Mate of mine just sold one of these (FiL passed away) for a grand, 2002, 120k, immaculate one owner. Was very tempted to make him an offer myself. Spend the rest of the budget on a holiday, no need to spend another grand on top, won't get you much more car.Bill said:
BuzzBravado said:
As long as you are handy with a MIG welder.
At that price he'll get a later one which don't rust so much due to a sill redesign aiui.Gassing Station | Car Buying | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff