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Maybe new car - cpikey316_ - 28-10-2012
Saab may be going to the scrappys, so looking at new car options (not brand new, sort of 2k max)
I would like
Climate control (dual zone would be nice)
Heated leather seats
Got 180bhp now, economy not so much of an issue as I do about 300 miles a month.
Been looking at Jags and Beemers, but aint found anything which tickles my fancy. There are no 9-5s around here either
RE: Maybe new car - Niall - 28-10-2012
Hold out for a 95 mate. They are so much nicer than the 93 and even the 2.3 LPT is fairly quick!
You get alot for your money. Oh and if you can get one, get one with the Harmon Kardon audio upgrade. Its Fapping epic!
RE: Maybe new car - cpikey316_ - 28-10-2012
Not a case of holding out! 9-3 is dead, and im assuming a new fuel pump is gonna set me back half the value of the car
RE: Maybe new car - swampy - 28-10-2012
406 coupe
Plenty about with plenty of engine options and you will have a few quid left
RE: Maybe new car - Just Sean - 28-10-2012
Toyoto Celica?
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201241488507449/sort/pricedesc/usedcars/body-type/coupe/price-to/2000/price-from/1000/onesearchad/used/postcode/rg291qt/keywords/climate_control/page/1/radius/1501?logcode=p
Maybe new car - Jukie88 - 29-10-2012
The older 5 series 525/ 530 diesel smack an msport kit on :-)
RE: Maybe new car - Dave - 29-10-2012
when did peugeot make these?
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RE: Maybe new car - Poodle - 29-10-2012
Merc CLK..? Seem to remember Honda Preludes come with a few toys too. Doing my best to think like an old man who thinks he wants something "sporting", is it working?
Also, don't understand why you think a new fuel pump will be expensive, it's only a petty one, would think £100 tops no..?
RE: Maybe new car - cpikey316_ - 29-10-2012
(29-10-2012, 09:59 AM)Poodle Wrote: Doing my best to think like an old man who thinks he wants something "sporting", is it working?
No need for this really is there.
Tank needs to come off . I CBA and it could come to £3-400, more like £600 if they insist on a new pump and not a reconned one
Car is only worth £7-800 tops.
RE: Maybe new car - Poodle - 29-10-2012
Oh dear, have i touched a nerve? Just teasing, you're only as old as you feel.
I forget other people pay garages to do work like this, can see how that would cost a bit. :S Maybe worth getting a quote, could be cheaper than you think. Those were genuine suggestions tbf, based on what i think you're probably looking for in a car - comfort and a few toys, but also quality engineering and a good turn of speed, is that about right?
RE: Maybe new car - C.A.R. - 29-10-2012
A big question is whether you will still want to have the wind in your hair?
Cos a Saab is gonna be your best bet on your budget I think, similar cars I can think of around that price are all a bit more camp, like pug 206CCs, 306 Cabriolet (bit old now).
What about an Astra Bertone Cabriolet? They represent good value for money and they're a nice car, did they do one with the 2.0 Turbo? That would be sweet, otherwise a 2.2 would suffice. Dunno about the level of equipment though.
A curve ball for me would be something my friendly mechanic recently acquired as an MOT failure, a mint E36 328i Cab with BBS split-rims and gorgeous blue paintwork and a recent new roof. Fecking lovely, really was. I almost bought it and still regret not doing so, he only wanted 1800 for it and I foolishly bought a Celica instead.
They make a great car if you don't mind something a bit older, plus they look like they're worth much more than they actually are!!
RE: Maybe new car - cpikey316_ - 29-10-2012
New car will not be a cabriolet! Its nice but I dont really have the roof down enough to justify it.
Just after something large, cruisey and comfortable.
Still got a hankering for a 406 coupe, but there arent any round here.
Saab is going to a specialist for diagnosis tomorrow, so ill know whether I need a new car or not then.
RE: Maybe new car - C.A.R. - 29-10-2012
E36 Coupe instead then?! Lol