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I'm looking for a new (used) car to buy or lease with the following factors:
  • Family car so lots of storage.
  • Decent power for overtaking.
  • Reliable - not a money pit.
  • Enjoyable to drive.
I'm a reputable chap in the local area so I can't be seen in an Audi, BMW or other wankermobile.

I don't know a huge amount about cars. I've been driving a battered old Mondeo for years. I really like it so I would consider a newer one or something that's a step or two up.

Not interested in a new car but something used that is good value. I do regular 4-hour round trips as my daughter spends a lot of time in hospital so I want something that I can rely on.

Buying or leasing are both options I would consider.

Thanks in advance for any tips.


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After a day of reading around, I've whittled it down to the following potential cars. i'd be interested in hearing your view on any of these. I need good boot space, and I like to be able to accelerate with confidence. I guess reliability is quite important, although I am likely to lease for three years so it's probably not a big factor. Cheers.

Skoda Karoq

Kia Sportage

Seat Ateca

Volvo XC40

Cupra Formentor

Ford Puma

Volkswagen T-Roc
 
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The Peugeot 4007

Its actually a Mitzubishi Outlander with a French Badge

I had the 2006 2.2 diesel turbo and it had some proper grunt and was surprisingly good out the blocks for a decent size car, 2 and 4 wheel drive selective gearbox unfortunately it died of a broken clutch (of my own doing). bit prone to rust underneath if parked on grass
 
All depends on budget. If your buying a shit box for £500 then just buy the best available car irrespective of make and model.

Ps cars seem to be incredibly expensive right now. I'm after getting a small one my son can learn in and there seems uo be nothing half decent for less than 2k and if you have anything close to nice it's 5k+. I'm nit a tight arse but odds are it's going to get pranged.
 
Stuuuuuu said:
I'm looking for a new (used) car to buy or lease with the following factors:
  • Family car so lots of storage.
  • Decent power for overtaking.
  • Reliable - not a money pit.
  • Enjoyable to drive.
I'm a reputable chap in the local area so I can't be seen in an Audi, BMW or other wankermobile.

I don't know a huge amount about cars. I've been driving a battered old Mondeo for years. I really like it so I would consider a newer one or something that's a step or two up.

Not interested in a new car but something used that is good value. I do regular 4-hour round trips as my daughter spends a lot of time in hospital so I want something that I can rely on.

Buying or leasing are both options I would consider.

Thanks in advance for any tips.
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buy mine - six grand
 
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