S-Type R

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i noticed that the S-type R has dipped below 20K even at the dealers. how low can they go?

even seen some for 16K! anything worth looking out for on the older models?

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Thanks for the replies!

I'm thinking of getting the S-Type in the summer to replace my Focus TDCI.

I really like the S-type especially the driving position and seats. not sure about the lack of rear leg room and boot space but i'm sure i can cope.

my main concern is running costs and fuel consumption as i do 20-25K a year. i do mostly (80%) motorway driving at around the national limit what should I expect? will i get 25mpg? will i get close to 30mpg? serving costs i would guess to be at £300ish, with everything 3rd being £500ish? and the main issue is what are they like for at 100,000 - 150,000miles? any known issues at high mileage?

the other options are and i'm sure it isn't going to go like the R, i could get a newer 3.0 sport or a 4.2 V8 Sport (if i can find one) would the fuel consumption be signicantly better over the R? or is the difference just a few mpg?

a black S-type R on a 03/04 plate would be lovely.

Thanks

NST

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25/26mpg is what i was expecting which is fine and can cope with that. i don't think i would cope with sub 20mpg..

Guy10, how you do find your S-Type R? plus/negative points? is the performance what you expected? I have driven a M3 and 996 3.4 a number of times and i hope that the S-Type R is in a similar league with the added bonus of comfort!

cheers

NST

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cheers!