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jibjob

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Registered: 6th Apr 08
Location: Elworth, Cheshire
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10th Jul 12 at 17:41

I've been looking over my options for a new car for over a year and still can't set my heart on something.

Sometimes i think life is short buy something fun and quick, then i'll think about just getting cheap runarounds, then i'll think about getting something newer to save on repair bills, then wonder about getting a diesel, then comes up the question of hatchback/estate/saloon/4x4/van, etc...

There's arguments equally both for and against almost every option covering price, fuel economy, use of the vehicle, mileage, pay outright or finance, insurance, etc.

I just wanted to know how did you decide on your cars? More so your second or third cars as first is usually governed by insurance and price. Is it just a case of going with something that "tickles your fancy" or more sit down and look at the pros and cons more closely?

Nath

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10th Jul 12 at 17:45

Value for me. I got my Seat Ibiza Cupra after my Corsa because they were good vfm. Went well, looked good, good to insure, and all for a decent price. So the whole package was attractive at the time.

Baskey

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10th Jul 12 at 17:47

I always go for hot hatch's

Fun to drive which is important to me, Cheapish to run (vital as I'm renovating my house and money is a bit tight) and can fit dogs/mates in etc

[Edited on 10-07-2012 by Baskey]

John

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10th Jul 12 at 17:47

I make it up as I go along, quite literally.

When I do finally decide on the actual car I want I still make it up after that, whatever budget I have in mind is normally increased by the time I've got something.

Then I get bored and sell it 6 months later, so probably not the best tactic.

3CorsaMeal

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10th Jul 12 at 17:56

I dislike most cars, not because of the cars, but the owners and the reasons they have the car.

Cars aren't hard to fix, just bolting bits together really. People lack effort and guts these days.

Baskey

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10th Jul 12 at 17:59

Can't be that easy or you would have bolted that shitty Carrado back together by now.

Nath

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10th Jul 12 at 18:00

quote:
Originally posted by 3CorsaMeal
I dislike most cars, not because of the cars, but the owners and the reasons they have the car.

Same...

AndyKent

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10th Jul 12 at 18:02

Pick a model that looks good. Wish I could buy the most expensive/most powerful one.

Realise I've not got the money to either buy or run it and pick a cheaper option.

Basically.

taylorboosh

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10th Jul 12 at 18:04

I buy on a whim... Good and bad points, if its shit sell it on

3CorsaMeal

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10th Jul 12 at 18:05

quote:
Originally posted by Baskey
Can't be that easy or you would have bolted that shitty Carrado back together by now.

Its easy, im not in a rush to do.

Get so much more for your money doing it yourself, can spend all the money on new parts and mods

Mike

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10th Jul 12 at 18:06

My old Corsa, the best spec I could afford at the time.

Current Corsa, it was free

Primera, it was under £700 with 6 months tax and test and I needed something that day.

Next I want something comfy that can tow well, I've got my Corsa for fun so that's no longer a priority in a daily.

Baskey

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Registered: 31st May 06
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10th Jul 12 at 18:08

Banter mate, I spent all Sunday under a rusty golf . Used to love it but im getting old now and its abit tidious

Edit @3cm

[Edited on 10-07-2012 by Baskey]

[Edited on 10-07-2012 by Baskey]

Corsa_Sport21

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10th Jul 12 at 18:09

quote:
Originally posted by john-d
I buy on a whim... Good and bad points, if its shit sell it on

Same tbh.

Loads of realistic cars i still want to try, Clio RS, ERST etc, but the other half isn't that keen on most of the cars i like.

Always manage to talk her round, but the ERST option has never looked too good.

[Edited on 10-07-2012 by Corsa_Sport21]

Sunz

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Registered: 12th Jan 07
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10th Jul 12 at 18:23

I guess I go for looks, not in a pompous to say look at me but in the design process, something crazy, unique, sharp or has character.

Rover Mini, Alfa romeo 159, Nissan Juke, Fiat coupe etc.

jibjob

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10th Jul 12 at 18:33

All the points being made so far are why i'm struggling to decide!

I've got a works van for commuting so any car i choose would be evening and weekends BUT i go away a lot during summer so would be doing a few 100 mile trips whilst towing a trailer.

I could get a sensible car such as a diesel estate but then why not have something a bit more special or fun as i won't be doing that many miles? But then do i go for a van for practicality as i'd probably use it for quite a few things that you couldn't with a car? I could just keep going for cheap cars buts then they break more often once the mileage and age gets higher, so do i just pay more for a newer car and save on repairs and hassle?

I've looked at everything from Escort vans to an E90 325i Autovogue to Astra VXR's to Audi/VW estates.

There's a lot i like the look of but nothing more than others really as every category has something nice. I just can't seem to decide whether to go for a sensible all rounder and get a good car or get a great car and just compromise on somethings in the name of fun and only being young once!

JamesMc

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10th Jul 12 at 18:38

I like anything old, literally only thing stopping me from buying something stupid is insurance and money.

willay

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10th Jul 12 at 18:42

get a corsa mate, alot easier

jibjob

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10th Jul 12 at 18:45

You have no idea how tempted i was to get another one Willay

I know for a fact i'd just end up modifying it again though and i don't want to go too much down that route any more.

Jambo

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10th Jul 12 at 18:47

Jubjub your first post is exactly how my brain works so utterly frustrating

Nic Barnes

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10th Jul 12 at 18:48

Just drive various things that I think I'd like then buy the one I like the most.

jibjob

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10th Jul 12 at 18:49

It really is bad Jambo!

Everything makes sense but at the same time nothing does!

Is that through test drives Nic or just through work?

[Edited on 10-07-2012 by jibjob]

Nic Barnes

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10th Jul 12 at 18:53

Test drive similar stuff from garage. Saying that the 330d was more purchased as it was cheap for its year and had everything I was after. I actually wanted a Saab at the time.

Fro

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10th Jul 12 at 20:01

Whatever I fancied at the time

With the Audi I wanted something cheap and eco on the juice whilst respectable to look at and not dog slow. Fit's the bill perfectly aside from the dents but cba to fix it atm

[Edited on 10-07-2012 by Fro]

Iain M

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Registered: 18th Aug 05
Location: Wigan - Drives 272bhp corsa ZLET
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10th Jul 12 at 20:28

We have just purchased an 11 plate 2.0 tdci mondeo zetec with quite a few toys on it.
The way our decision was made was due to the fact the Astra estate we had clutch went and didnt seem worth spending the amount it was quoted on a car with 97K on it.
We also base our decision on that it has to be big enough for camping stuff and 2 dogs. The mondeo ticked all boxes and the fact that the vauxhall salesman was an utter cunt swayed us towards Ford.

[Edited on 10-07-2012 by Iain M]

baza31

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Registered: 19th Apr 03
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10th Jul 12 at 20:31

I buy whatever I can earn money on

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