mistertwo Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 With the MR2 gone, and not planning on getting the Supra until the summer (unless Keron has some good news for me regarding a certain silver one..!), I think it's time I get a new daily/fun car that can bridge the gap. Here are the criteria: - Must be less than ten years old - Must be a saloon - Must not be a Merc or Audi - Fuel consumtion/economy doesn't really bother me, as long as it isn't above insurance group 20 - Would like to be able to get the car in black - Must be able to get it with leather seats Budget for all this is probably 6k, would prefer to spend closer to 5. I REALLY like the Chrysler 300C, but the price of a good one would stop me getting a Supra this year. Hmm.. I've seen this that is the sort of thing I like: http://pistonheads.co.uk/sales/2412873.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kopite Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 If you could stretch a grand Josh, and don't mind blue, have you seen Dnk's stunning BMW 330Ci convertible? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mistertwo Posted February 15, 2011 Author Share Posted February 15, 2011 If you could stretch a grand Josh, and don't mind blue, have you seen Dnk's stunning BMW 330Ci convertible? Hi Ro, Not a convertable man myself, prefer the hard tops. That Beemer is seriously tasty though...just one of those things I'd rather look at than drive! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kopite Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 Worth a shot Are you bothered about performance or petrol/diesel? If you're ruling out Audi, does it mean you're not keen on VWs either? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorin Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 Lada. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanc Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 http://pistonheads.co.uk/sales/2412873.htm Looks alright but I am not too sure about them wheels.... makes the brakes look small Why no Audi tho? The 4.2 V8s are pretty beefy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mistertwo Posted February 15, 2011 Author Share Posted February 15, 2011 Worth a shot Are you bothered about performance or petrol/diesel? If you're ruling out Audi, does it mean you're not keen on VWs either? I don't really like the styling of Audis more than how they are put together - I wouldn't say no to a VW if the right thing presented itself. Don't care if it's petrol or diesel, and aslong as it is nippy enough to do third lane motorway speeds and keep up with everything else, then I'm happy with that. Lada. Good call. Looks alright but I am not too sure about them wheels.... makes the brakes look small Why no Audi tho? The 4.2 V8s are pretty beefy As above, styling of them. Although now you mention V8... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozz Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 What about lexus? I think they do a 4ltr v6, probably cheap now with petrol costs! Shame you can't stretch to the 300c, a lot of car for the money. Or monaro? Might have to stretch the budget a bit again tho. Lots of choices with BMW as well, prob one of the more sensible options for a saloon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mistertwo Posted February 15, 2011 Author Share Posted February 15, 2011 What about lexus? I think they do a 4ltr v6, probably cheap now with petrol costs! Shame you can't stretch to the 300c, a lot of car for the money. Or monaro? Might have to stretch the budget a bit again tho. Lots of choices with BMW as well, prob one of the more sensible options for a saloon. I think the 300C is a magnificent car for the money. Very tempting indeed. Monaro I'm not so keen on. Lexus is something I'll have a look into - not too familiar with their range of cars. Can you recomend any in particular? BMW: the obvious choice for a saloon, the 5 series. Bit boring though, maybe. Unless I can find an M5 for that money... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobSheffield Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 Maybe if you go on Autotrader and have a look at all cars in your price range, by manufacturers you like, it would be a bit easier than randoms shouting out car brands for you to come up with obscure reasons why you wouldn't want one. Just saying Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 You could settle for a Golf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mistertwo Posted February 15, 2011 Author Share Posted February 15, 2011 You could settle for a Golf You got something in mind?? lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 You got something in mind?? lol I think someone's selling one on here. Me no no though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanc Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 As above, styling of them. Although now you mention V8... Well yeah I have to admit the earlier Audi stylings are tad boring but I've heard an 06 plate S4 rumble past whilst walking and I must say it sounds sweeeeeeeet. V8 burble.... Also you get Quattro as standard on those S4s... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellis Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 5 series Beemer - solid with good residuals http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/sales/2428904.htm http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/sales/2495246.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanc Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 5 series Beemer - solid with good residuals http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/sales/2428904.htm http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/sales/2495246.htm good residuals indeed! You can almost get the newer models at that price... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellis Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 good residuals indeed! You can almost get the newer models at that price... Almost - http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/sales/2349557.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozz Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 Maybe if you go on Autotrader and have a look at all cars in your price range, by manufacturers you like, it would be a bit easier than randoms shouting out car brands for you to come up with obscure reasons why you wouldn't want one. Just saying Where's the fun in that! I love looking at cars so will gladly help someone decide on models. I just bought a shower based on someone's recommendation from here. To OP, you'll get a 530d for your budget, but it will be around 2001-2003 and high mileage. Can be expensive to run but superb cars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanc Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 Almost - http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/sales/2349557.htm wow! High mileage though although no problems if the car's been well maintained... For that figure I would consider the M5 (old shape) lol... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozz Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 Almost - http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/sales/2349557.htm Wow, lots of car for the money - shame no service history, on a diesel and that model thats really not good. Might be worth contacting previous owners for heads up on history - I've done that with cars before whilst at dealers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mistertwo Posted February 15, 2011 Author Share Posted February 15, 2011 5 series Beemer - solid with good residuals http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/sales/2428904.htm http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/sales/2495246.htm That first one looks very very nice indeed. I think I'm going to go and test drive a few 5 series, see what they're all about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ripped_fear Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 The exact car you want is a nice 5speed na in silver and if you really want you can give me 10k for it so I can go get a nice TT6 a guy can try can't he! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mistertwo Posted February 15, 2011 Author Share Posted February 15, 2011 The exact car you want is a nice 5speed na in silver I actually do! What else will you throw in the for ten points? Two other Supe's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ripped_fear Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 sure why not! but all joking aside im thinking about getting rid of my old girl and buying a new one, but i may jus be having a funny five mins but feel free to try your luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wile e coyote Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 Lexus is 200/ toyota aristo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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