marbleapple Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 Hi All. I presently drive a company car which I am returning in August. I am looking to buy a car either new or 2nd hand and am willing to spend around £10,000 (maybe higher if I want a particular car but would prefer less if poss). I have no idea what to get so I just thought I’d get ideas from you guys. Will be an everyday run around (did 9k miles last year) + needs to be able to take a 3rd passenger every so often. Planning to buy a house this year so would prefer to keep maintenance costs low Ability to ‘improve’/mod it once funds become available Would ideally like it to beat a R32 Golf I had thought of the following: Skyline (no idea which version) Impreza (no idea which version) Evo (no idea which version) VXR Astra VXR Corsa R32 Golf Supra (concerned about running costs + only 2 1/2 seats) If you guys had my budget what car would you get? It need not be one on my list... I welcome suggestions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustGav Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 BMW 330d? Not sure what they go for 2nd hand? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbleapple Posted February 6, 2008 Author Share Posted February 6, 2008 BMW 330d? Not sure what they go for 2nd hand? Well thats a new one - Worth a look thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guigsy Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 id take the r33. the evo and scooby probably need servicing every 500 miles. the vauxhauls will break the r32 golf looks a really uncomfortable drive for every day. And well a supra isnt hugely practicle although i drive mine every day and its fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Doom Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 'VXR Astra' - Don't think you can pick these up for 10k yet can you? i thought they were still quite pricey?... Personally, if it wasn't a supra, i'd spend a tiny bit more and get a tidy Skyline R33 GTR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbleapple Posted February 6, 2008 Author Share Posted February 6, 2008 'VXR Astra' - Don't think you can pick these up for 10k yet can you? i thought they were still quite pricey?... Personally, if it wasn't a supra, i'd spend a tiny bit more and get a tidy Skyline R33 GTR Well I'd go up to 14k for a very new 2nd hand car. Just don't want to pay that price for a 10 year old car (if that makes sense). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustGav Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 id take the r33. the evo and scooby probably need servicing every 500 miles. the vauxhauls will break the r32 golf looks a really uncomfortable drive for every day. And well a supra isnt hugely practicle although i drive mine every day and its fine Yeah, I almost got an Evo 8 as a company car till I saw the service schedule on it, 3000 odd I think it was, I worked out that it would be in the garage at least once a month.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbleapple Posted February 6, 2008 Author Share Posted February 6, 2008 Yeah, I almost got an Evo 8 as a company car till I saw the service schedule on it, 3000 odd I think it was, I worked out that it would be in the garage at least once a month.. 3 times a year is would be too much for me. Once a month would just be daft! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustGav Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 Another option... Jag Stype? It would be comfy... bit old schoolish though. (I'm not 100% sure what the service cost / reliability is like) Seem cheap as well, just a quick look on autotrader... 10k gets you around a 2003-2005 +-50000 mile car... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 R33 gtr... not sure on the servicing intervals and costs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Doom Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 Well I'd go up to 14k for a very new 2nd hand car. Just don't want to pay that price for a 10 year old car (if that makes sense). I get you What about this? there are lots to choose from but this one looks tidy & unmolested http://pistonheads.co.uk/sales/316125.htm You might even have a bit of money left over to add your own touch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris2o2 Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 Leon cupra thing ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbleapple Posted February 6, 2008 Author Share Posted February 6, 2008 I get you What about this? there are lots to choose from but this one looks tidy & unmolested http://pistonheads.co.uk/sales/316125.htm You might even have a bit of money left over to add your own touch I think the R33 must certainly up for consideration. Only problem with the one you show is that it is local to me (and all the companies local are dodgy individuals). Keighley motors etc are local too Another option... Jag Stype? It would be comfy... bit old schoolish though. (I'm not 100% sure what the service cost / reliability is like) Seem cheap as well, just a quick look on autotrader... 10k gets you around a 2003-2005 +-50000 mile car... Thanks for looking. Like the S Types but Clare’s dad has one of those and I’m maybe wanting something a bit more aggressive in appearance. BMW 330d? Not sure what they go for 2nd hand? Some really nice 330's... according to the new 330d 0-60 in 6.7 sec.. not bad! What would we be looking at 0-60 on a R33? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz6002 Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 R32 Golf is a good car (mk4 version). I'm a big fan and drive one very regularly. I don't see what would be hard to live with? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustGav Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 Lexus IS? When you get bored put a 2jz into it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creative Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 how about an A4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R Black Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 Audi S4, Alfa GT ( If your brave enough dunno how reliable they are.) Merc 430 CLK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbleapple Posted February 6, 2008 Author Share Posted February 6, 2008 Audi S4, Alfa GT ( If your brave enough dunno how reliable they are.) Merc 430 CLK A4's are nice but I think the 330D beats it (bits for money). I think the R33 appeals to me (although I'd have to get authorisation from the boss - Clare). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivan Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 You're on a Supra site and ask that question? And to make matters worse, nobody suggests the Supra! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbleapple Posted February 6, 2008 Author Share Posted February 6, 2008 You're on a Supra site and ask that question? And to make matters worse, nobody suggests the Supra! LOL I am thinking of a Supra but to be honest 18MPG and the inability to fit anyone in the back worries me. I will certainly consider a Supra though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R Black Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 I personally did'nt suggest it as it is a 2 seater, unless your like under 5'5' with pigmy's for friends/family and it IS v juicy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyT Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 People in the back of a Supe can work for distances of 20 miles. Not recommended for regular travelling though. How about a Cupra R, Honda DC5, or the Acura equivalent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 Leon cupra thing ? Cupra R or 330d have been the best suggestions so far. You can pick up 330d's for under 10k and they are a great car with handling and torque. Personally I like the Leon as I think they are a great looking car and they can be modded/chipped up to some silly horsepower for a FWD!! H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeordieSteve Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 A single turbo Supra http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=230220239341&ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT&ih=013 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/338086.htm http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/333078.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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