jonathanc Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Let's say you have £7000 cash to spend and 30 days from now to make a decision. You can't exceed the budget not even for a pound. What car would you go for? Keep in mind that this car would be used for daily commute so it has to be practical and reliable and used throughout the year. (So unfortunately no Sups ) Gimme some ideas! GO! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian W Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Golf GTTDI, anniversary edition OR BMW 330D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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caseys Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 How long do you want to keep the car for? Couple of years or run it til it dies 10> years time? Also you don't mention economy so just reliability and practicality? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suprab1 Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Avensis T180 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanc Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 Audi I'm really interested in Audis since I've never owned one. Any particular recommendations? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanc Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 How long do you want to keep the car for? Couple of years or run it til it dies 10> years time? Also you don't mention economy so just reliability and practicality? Hehe, anything that manages 25+mpg on the motorway is considered! Couple of years mate, maybe around 5 till I save enough for the 535d! /dream Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanc Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 Avensis T180 I know they are reliable but I don't quite like the styling... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanc Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 Golf GTTDI, anniversary edition OR BMW 330D The E46 330d is tempting, I have a 330Ci now and to be honest I don't like the clutch delay valve on it. I don't know if 330d have them as well tho... Golf GTTDI? Any particular model/year? Oh, I am looking at this 2000 Aristo as well...tempting... http://www.japperformanceuk.co.uk/jpp/details.php?id=660 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian W Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 The E46 330d is tempting, I have a 330Ci now and to be honest I don't like the clutch delay valve on it. I don't know if 330d have them as well tho... Golf GTTDI? Any particular model/year? Dunno about the BM's mate, although they drive pretty well and the 330D has bags of torque and decent mpg to boot. The Golf I'd be looking for the latest mk4 you can find. The Anniversary Edition comes with a few extras as standard that make it that bit more special. The higher bhp model with a remap would be a cracking car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suprab1 Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 The E46 330d is tempting, I have a 330Ci now and to be honest I don't like the clutch delay valve on it. I don't know if 330d have them as well tho... Golf GTTDI? Any particular model/year? Oh, I am looking at this 2000 Aristo as well...tempting... http://www.japperformanceuk.co.uk/jpp/details.php?id=660 Golf GTTDI has VWs 6 speed box & it is prone to failure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian W Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Golf GTTDI has VWs 6 speed box & it is prone to failure. New one on me Surely it's the same box that's in the A3 / S3? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanc Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 Golf GTTDI has VWs 6 speed box & it is prone to failure. Interesting.... I am looking at a Passat W8 (half of Veyrons engine!!! lol) as well... any comments? http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1903345.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suprab1 Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 New one on me Surely it's the same box that's in the A3 / S3? Could be i don't really know. All i know is 2 of my friends had to get thier gear box changed 1 of them had a GTTDI & 1 a passat 5 speed. The mechanic said the 5 speed is soft but not near as bad as the 6 speed & he's seen a good few fail now. I asked my friend with the GTTDI & he said he heard the very same thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suprab1 Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Interesting.... I am looking at a Passat W8 (half of Veyrons engine!!! lol) as well... any comments? http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1903345.htm Sometimes i wish i still lived in scotland, the cars are so cheap. Maybe it's me nitpicking but for a 8 year old car with under 100k its had a few parts replaced (Aircon, Power steering ect) they just don't seem to build them to last anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1594183.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanc Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 530d? 175 kW (238 PS; 235 hp) and 500 N·m (370 ft·lbf) not bad! I am sure its easy to chip these engines too. http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201031365022510/sort/priceasc/usedcars/engine-size-cars/3l_to_3-9l/price-to/7000/fuel-type/diesel/maximum-age/up_to_7_years_old/model/5_series/make/bmw/page/1/radius/1501/postcode/dd12nl?logcode=p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Interesting.... I am looking at a Passat W8 (half of Veyrons engine!!! lol) as well... any comments? http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1903345.htm Not half of the Veyron's engine, your missing 2 turbo's (Remember the Veyron has 4!) Here is a review in the Passat W8. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanc Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 Sometimes i wish i still lived in scotland, the cars are so cheap. Maybe it's me nitpicking but for a 8 year old car with under 100k its had a few parts replaced (Aircon, Power steering ect) they just don't seem to build them to last anymore. Car is in Kent But yeah, I see your point... this is just one of the many examples though. This one's been modified - I would prefer something stock or close to stock. edit: I am a sucker for quad exhaust though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanc Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 Not half of the Veyron's engine, your missing 2 turbo's (Remember the Veyron has 4!) Here is a review in the Passat W8. Ah, forgot about the turbos Hmm, I can't click the link mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Audi S8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanc Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 Audi S8 Ah, good call! I heard that they are expensive to insure because of the all aluminium body or something tho... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 I'm really interested in Audis since I've never owned one. Any particular recommendations? I have two A4 S lines on my drive. 143 2.0 Tdi is not quick nut lovely to drive, especially on the motorway. The missus has got the 2.0T Petrol and that is a lot of fun and you get 30Mpg generally....... H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Sure its just because its an S model Audi Id love an S8, understated power, thrash to the ring and back reliabillity. If you could stretch to 9k how about this? Alot of car for your money http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/VW-Phaeton-Saloon-V6-5-Seat-Full-Leather-and-Sat-N-/170504050020?pt=Automobiles_UK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanc Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 I have two A4 S lines on my drive. 143 2.0 Tdi is not quick nut lovely to drive, especially on the motorway. The missus has got the 2.0T Petrol and that is a lot of fun and you get 30Mpg generally....... H. I've looked at Audis but don't really like the looks of the earlier models...really like the evil eye look and rear led lights of the newest models but I can't afford it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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