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southamptonblue said:
My Honda says....you're talking bollox! ;)
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I`ve had my Susuki Splash 10 years with 19,000 on the clock when i bought it . Currently has 143,000 . Main gearbox baring went at 100,000 which seems standard in these cars . apart from that , it had it`s second clutch and a new battery last week and that`s it really apart from tyres and bulbs .
 
Blue Boy 63 said:
I`ve had my Susuki Splash 10 years with 19,000 on the clock when i bought it . Currently has 143,000 . Main gearbox baring went at 100,000 which seems standard in these cars . apart from that , it had it`s second clutch and a new battery last week and that`s it really apart from tyres and bulbs .
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That's a good run
 
Soooooo.........

Fas the OP bought a car yet or not and what did you plump for Stuuuuuuu??

I've followed this thread closely as I'm in the same position and was looking at similar types of cars.

I can't quite afford the volvo and I was convinced I would go for a Sportage.

But, I've narrowed it down to a choice between a Qashqai and a Peugeot 3008




Two Gun Bob said:
A 3008 Peugeot diesel would be very much good to go. Great looks and interior and beautiful velour trim on the GT pre 71 plate. The Allure premium would still get nice looks and plaudits though and should be acheivable at around 16k on a 71 plate on average mileage. Give the 1.2 petrol a big swerve for wet belt reasons alone.

The GT model can still have that plush velour trim on a 71 plate on a 21 year. The bean counters waded in on january 22 year cars reducing the seating spec to that of an allure premium and below. Not a biggy but nevertheless similar in dimention to reducing the size of our chocolate bars, tubs of margerine, tins of roses and celebrations etc etc.
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@Two Gun Bob
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ctidcarl said:
Soooooo.........

Fas the OP bought a car yet or not and what did you plump for Stuuuuuuu??

I've followed this thread closely as I'm in the same position and was looking at similar types of cars.

I can't quite afford the volvo and I was convinced I would go for a Sportage.

But, I've narrowed it down to a choice between a Qashqai and a Peugeot 3008





@Two Gun Bob
Would you avoid this -

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Do your homework on the year of the puretech mate, I love the peugeot but they decided to put in a wet Cambelt and it caused some big problems.
 
ctidcarl said:
Soooooo.........

Fas the OP bought a car yet or not and what did you plump for Stuuuuuuu??

I've followed this thread closely as I'm in the same position and was looking at similar types of cars.

I can't quite afford the volvo and I was convinced I would go for a Sportage.

But, I've narrowed it down to a choice between a Qashqai and a Peugeot 3008





@Two Gun Bob
Would you avoid this -

www.thurlownunn.co.uk

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What's your budget?
Are you looking at buying or leasing and if leasing, what mileage are you anticipating?
 
ctidcarl said:
@Two Gun Bob
Would you avoid this -

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On the basis of the wet belt alone, then probably yes. If you really like the car then have the belt checked for wear, keep on top of servicing schedules, and absolutely use the correct PSA grade oil.

Quite a few cars use belt in oil such as the Grandland, Aygo, Fiesta 1.0, EcoSport and Focus Ecooosts. Ford changed the Focus to a chain on 19 plate and above, yet still allow the oil pump to be run by wet belt?

Quite a few recommendations online saying to drop the sump at belt change and have the oil pickup cleaned out.

I think it's fair to say that all vehicles have their fair share of problems and a case of seek and you shall find, with Renaults best selling Captur getting some stick off here recently for electrical issues, such as trip computer, display brightness, tyre pressure monitoring systems and air con etc. etc.

Whatever car you own simply type into google to see what it's known faults are. The thing with the wet belt issue is it's such a big deal to lose oil pressure and kill your engine.
 
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Also the car you mentioned is a little expensive. You could easily be in a new shape 71 plate for that kind of money, from an official Spoticar approved main dealer.

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ctidcarl said:
Soooooo.........

Fas the OP bought a car yet or not and what did you plump for Stuuuuuuu??

I've followed this thread closely as I'm in the same position and was looking at similar types of cars.

I can't quite afford the volvo and I was convinced I would go for a Sportage.

But, I've narrowed it down to a choice between a Qashqai and a Peugeot 3008





@Two Gun Bob
Would you avoid this -

www.thurlownunn.co.uk

Used Vehicles for sale | Thurlow Nunn

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www.thurlownunn.co.uk www.thurlownunn.co.uk
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I've decided that I am going to lease a Volve XC40 for three or four years then re-evaluate. I like the idea of an electric car or maybe a plug-in hybrid so that I can do my daily (shortish) journey to work on electric.

By the time the lease ends, I will look at where we are in terms of infrasctructure and range for electric cars and take it from there, probably going electric at that point.

I've been test driving quite a few cars and I was hugely impressed with the Volvo. Old blokes' car or not, it's an excellent drive. Also, the sound from the stereo system is excellent.

As regards the Kia Sportage, I'm baffled that it's spoken of so highly. I just didn't click with it at all, and the sound system was not just bad but truly appalling.
 
Two Gun Bob said:
A 3008 Peugeot diesel would be very much good to go. Great looks and interior and beautiful velour trim on the GT pre 71 plate. The Allure premium would still get nice looks and plaudits though and should be acheivable at around 16k on a 71 plate on average mileage. Give the 1.2 petrol a big swerve for wet belt reasons alone.

The GT model can still have that plush velour trim on a 71 plate on a 21 year. The bean counters waded in on january 22 year cars reducing the seating spec to that of an allure premium and below. Not a biggy but nevertheless similar in dimention to reducing the size of our chocolate bars, tubs of margerine, tins of roses and celebrations etc etc.
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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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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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So, what did you plump for ? I really don't want to read 20 odd pages to find out.. :)
 
IMPORTANT UPDATE

Well fans, today is the day you have been waiting for! I received my brand new Volvo XC40 this morning and it is a thing of luxurious beauty.

Great to drive, loads of room for the family, the kids love it and the electro-toys are all brilliant. The sound system is great too (this is important to me).

I'm very pleased with my choice!1000012900.jpg

Who cares about football?
 
SiMCFC said:
Good choice, we were torn between the XC40 and a Mazda CX5, I was in the motor trade and still have a lot of contacts at AA and both came much higher recommended than anything in the VW group surprisingly.
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I was considering the T-Roc which is a great drive. I might have ended up with one, only the boot space was on the small side.
 
Looking at getting a new car later in the year so just doing some research.

Options look to be:

Mercedes A class
Audi A3
BMW 1 series

Any ideas on which would be best?
 
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