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 
Now, why does this not surprise me Nigel?
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.
that's also a possibility Rob. Young Ben was pointing me in the direction of a 4.2.
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 ?? 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.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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