pistonbroke Posted July 9, 2009 Share Posted July 9, 2009 I have around the 2k mark for a new run about for the wife. So far, I have looked at the following 3 1.8 2001 Mondeo. 2.0 2000 Accord 1999 Lexus IS 200 The Mondeo and the Accord have around the 50 - 60 mile mark, full history and seem to be ni the average to good price bracket, whereas the Lexus varies wildly in price, you obviously pay more for a nicer one and at this budget, it's right at the bottom which is putting me off it. Does anyone have any thoughts on the above three, or suggest something else similar. cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl_S Posted July 9, 2009 Share Posted July 9, 2009 If you love your wife choose the lexus, it's like choosing less fine jewellery for her, just becuase you don't believe the price they are selling at, despite the hallmark staring you in the face. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted July 9, 2009 Share Posted July 9, 2009 SAAB 9-3? Good safe car and nice to drive, will go on forever. http://www.pistonheads.com/SALES/1036248.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pistonbroke Posted July 9, 2009 Author Share Posted July 9, 2009 The thing with the Lexus is, it's around the 2k mark, whereas most others are closer to 3. I suppose there is nothing wrong with going to have a look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pistonbroke Posted July 9, 2009 Author Share Posted July 9, 2009 didn't look at the Saabs TBH, are they really that good.? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted July 9, 2009 Share Posted July 9, 2009 didn't look at the Saabs TBH, are they really that good.? Ive had a few over the years as second cars/run arounds and always liked them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pistonbroke Posted July 9, 2009 Author Share Posted July 9, 2009 Just looking around the net very quickly, have you had any issues with the oil sludge causing engine failure, or turbo failure.? Carsurvey.org has quite mixed reviews Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted July 9, 2009 Share Posted July 9, 2009 Ive read about that before, mine have been fine, last 2 ive had was well over 150k aswell, i think Gaz1 still has one of my old ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevie_b Posted July 10, 2009 Share Posted July 10, 2009 Out of those choices I like the look of the IS200 best, but you probably can't beat the Honda if you want "buy-and-forget" reliability (assuming a £2k Lexus is at the bottom of the price bracket). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danny1987 Posted July 12, 2009 Share Posted July 12, 2009 I know it’s not on your list but have you considered a ford focus? I’ve got one for sale but it’s out of your price range, but you can get them cheaper. There nice cars to drive, mine is a 1.8 and it got a bit of poke to it, nothing compared to a supra but still good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaz1 Posted July 12, 2009 Share Posted July 12, 2009 Ive read about that before, mine have been fine, last 2 ive had was well over 150k aswell, i think Gaz1 still has one of my old ones. i have and its still running strong at 185000 miles:D great work car Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitz Posted July 12, 2009 Share Posted July 12, 2009 i have and its still running strong at 185000 miles:D great work car Now That's Reliable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Headroom Posted July 12, 2009 Share Posted July 12, 2009 I haven't seen a picture of your wife, but I have a Volvo T5 which is very reliable which I could swap. Only done 122K miles and chipped to about 320BHP, worth about a grand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris2o2 Posted July 12, 2009 Share Posted July 12, 2009 I had an Accord and it was a cracking big car , comfy , reliable and looked pretty cool in pirates black Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
formatzero Posted July 12, 2009 Share Posted July 12, 2009 If you can stretch to £2800 i have a 52plate accord 1.8vtech sport with 47k you could have,it's in my garage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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