What car... Again... 6k available..
Discussion
Chicane-UK said:
I've previously always spent similar money to you on second hand cars but this time around decided to go the PCP route and put a deposit on a year old Fiesta ST.
Have to say it's been great for several reasons. Firstly the car is a gem, as just about every single review on the planet will confirm. Quick, great chassis, puts a smile on your face, not terrible fuel economy, but also good on a long run in terms of comfort and practicality, etc.
But also based on my previous experiences, you could plop down 7-8k on a used car and still run into expensive bills pretty quickly. At least this way you know what your outgoings are going to be each month and it makes it easier to plan, save, etc.
It does suck watching car finance come out of your account every month, no doubt about it but.. on balance I think it's not a bad way to go.
Thats exactly what i want to do, but so far havent been convinced, Have to say it's been great for several reasons. Firstly the car is a gem, as just about every single review on the planet will confirm. Quick, great chassis, puts a smile on your face, not terrible fuel economy, but also good on a long run in terms of comfort and practicality, etc.
But also based on my previous experiences, you could plop down 7-8k on a used car and still run into expensive bills pretty quickly. At least this way you know what your outgoings are going to be each month and it makes it easier to plan, save, etc.
It does suck watching car finance come out of your account every month, no doubt about it but.. on balance I think it's not a bad way to go.
are you going to buy the car at the end of it?
if you dont mind me asking how much do you pay each month with what deposit?
Blanchimont said:
Have you thought about something like an Abarth Grande Punto?
1.4 Turbo, 150hp or 180.
1100kgs
36mpg acheivable.
Left field.
Rare-ish.
fun to drive.
well equipped.
Should be able to pick up a good 155 for that, or even a higher mile EsseEsse with the 180hp.
I have, Ive looked at a few and spoken to a few who have owned them, Rare but struggles to compete with mainstream and always will have to think its not an abarth 500. 1.4 Turbo, 150hp or 180.
1100kgs
36mpg acheivable.
Left field.
Rare-ish.
fun to drive.
well equipped.
Should be able to pick up a good 155 for that, or even a higher mile EsseEsse with the 180hp.
lewisf182 said:
Extremely reasonable tbh, especially at specialist indy garages. The 1 series in general is very reliable and the engine even more so. It's one of the reasons I bought it after lots of research, the Z4 is generally the same reliability wise, which is to say solid.
Most services cost me around £300 so it's about that a year, but obviously a big bill could come if a lot needs doing at once. Touch wood it's been nothing but supremely reliable since Dec 2013 and it's 10 years old this year.
Options wise it's up to you really and what you want, can go ultra basic with just cloth seats or full leather and extended leather on 07+ models. Sat nav is obviously a bit old but I think makes the interior look a bit more modern and makes navigating through other things much easier like service intervals.
What I do miss is cruise control, bluetooth and the top sound system.
Cruise control is a must, ive always wanted it and will use it quite abit! Most services cost me around £300 so it's about that a year, but obviously a big bill could come if a lot needs doing at once. Touch wood it's been nothing but supremely reliable since Dec 2013 and it's 10 years old this year.
Options wise it's up to you really and what you want, can go ultra basic with just cloth seats or full leather and extended leather on 07+ models. Sat nav is obviously a bit old but I think makes the interior look a bit more modern and makes navigating through other things much easier like service intervals.
What I do miss is cruise control, bluetooth and the top sound system.
how do these compare to the blown smaller engines, theres alot of 120ds around,
stedaley said:
Cruise control is a must, ive always wanted it and will use it quite abit!
how do these compare to the blown smaller engines, theres alot of 120ds around,
The 130i is in a different league from the diesels, from the second you turn the key you will see (well, hear) why. A close friend had a 120d and whilst it went well and was good on fuel, the engine was fairly nasty, especially when cold or around town. I haven't driven a 130i, but am currently the proud owner of a 125i Coupe and it's a truly lovely thing. Same engine as the 130i, just detuned, but a bloke with a laptop can easily release the missing 50hp. how do these compare to the blown smaller engines, theres alot of 120ds around,
It may only be a 1 Series, but seriously, that engine makes every drive an event. From the typical straight 6 WHUMP when it fire up, the deep burble at low revs that turns into a demented howl at around 3k revs - it is unbelievably smooth, and 40 - 100 in 3rd is always amusing
As you can tell, I suggest you try a 130i. We really will never see its like again. Or if you still pursue the finance option, the 125i is worth a look too.
bodhi said:
The 130i is in a different league from the diesels, from the second you turn the key you will see (well, hear) why. A close friend had a 120d and whilst it went well and was good on fuel, the engine was fairly nasty, especially when cold or around town. I haven't driven a 130i, but am currently the proud owner of a 125i Coupe and it's a truly lovely thing. Same engine as the 130i, just detuned, but a bloke with a laptop can easily release the missing 50hp.
It may only be a 1 Series, but seriously, that engine makes every drive an event. From the typical straight 6 WHUMP when it fire up, the deep burble at low revs that turns into a demented howl at around 3k revs - it is unbelievably smooth, and 40 - 100 in 3rd is always amusing
As you can tell, I suggest you try a 130i. We really will never see its like again. Or if you still pursue the finance option, the 125i is worth a look too.
what about the 130d? mpg wiseIt may only be a 1 Series, but seriously, that engine makes every drive an event. From the typical straight 6 WHUMP when it fire up, the deep burble at low revs that turns into a demented howl at around 3k revs - it is unbelievably smooth, and 40 - 100 in 3rd is always amusing
As you can tell, I suggest you try a 130i. We really will never see its like again. Or if you still pursue the finance option, the 125i is worth a look too.
and do you prefer the coupes looks to the normal 1 series?
stedaley said:
what about the 130d? mpg wise
and do you prefer the coupes looks to the normal 1 series?
I'll assume you mean the 130i :-) Not driven one but I can tell you my 125i averages about 30-32 depending on use - I usually get around 300 miles to a 55 quid fill. It's very good on long trips, tails off a bit around the French speed limit, but will drop to 20-25 in town. I did manage 35 over a full tank, lowest I've seen is about 28. and do you prefer the coupes looks to the normal 1 series?
I do prefer the look of the Coupe, especially in M Sport trim, I also had to purchase post 2008 due to the Finance company I was using, and couldn't find a late 130i. No regrets at all about getting the slower less practical one, in fact after a year living with it I don't think I ever want to sell.
Only issue I've had with it is the aftermarket HID kit the previous owner fitted, which seems to eat Ballast Resistors but other than that it's been faultless in 16k miles. Tyres cost a bit, especially on the M Sport, but taking off the runflats can solve that. I've kept them on as I need the car for work and don't find them too uncomfortable at all. Others aren't so keen however...
stedaley said:
what about the 130d? mpg wise
and do you prefer the coupes looks to the normal 1 series?
I'm on 28.2 MPG in my 2008 130i, although I do quite a lot of short journeys; doing a 10 miles round trip most days. It would definitely rise were I using it for longer journeys. It will easily do 30-35mpg on long trips, if not more depending on driving style...and do you prefer the coupes looks to the normal 1 series?
As for looks, personally I quite like both the Coupe and the 3 door hatch, the 5 door hatch I am not particularly keen on.
Another recommendation for the 130i, they're very special little cars and surprisingly cheap to run. I've averaged over 32 mpg in 60k + miles/4.5 years, insurance is £200 this year, one claim on warranty in that time plus routine maintenance.
I love mine and despite being tempted by an M135i earlier this year I can't think of anything for less than £20k that could replace it.
I love mine and despite being tempted by an M135i earlier this year I can't think of anything for less than £20k that could replace it.
swanny71 said:
Another recommendation for the 130i, they're very special little cars and surprisingly cheap to run. I've averaged over 32 mpg in 60k + miles/4.5 years, insurance is £200 this year, one claim on warranty in that time plus routine maintenance.
I love mine and despite being tempted by an M135i earlier this year I can't think of anything for less than £20k that could replace it.
I too have a 130i and would echo this wholeheartedly.I love mine and despite being tempted by an M135i earlier this year I can't think of anything for less than £20k that could replace it.
bodhi said:
It may only be a 1 Series, but seriously, that engine makes every drive an event. From the typical straight 6 WHUMP when it fire up, the deep burble at low revs that turns into a demented howl at around 3k revs - it is unbelievably smooth, and 40 - 100 in 3rd is always amusing
Not trying to nit-pick but I assume your 125i doesn't quite reach 100 in 3rd? I think I am very close to the limiter at 90-95.swanny71 said:
Another recommendation for the 130i, they're very special little cars and surprisingly cheap to run. I've averaged over 32 mpg in 60k + miles/4.5 years, insurance is £200 this year, one claim on warranty in that time plus routine maintenance.
I love mine and despite being tempted by an M135i earlier this year I can't think of anything for less than £20k that could replace it.
V6 grunt that addictable? I love mine and despite being tempted by an M135i earlier this year I can't think of anything for less than £20k that could replace it.
Well i havent seen any 130i yet, only the 335d,
Guess everyone keeps it pretty stock?
For 6K here are some options:
130i
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
R26
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RENAULT-MEGANE-R-SPORT-R...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2007-07-RENAULT-MEGANE-2...
R32(surprised at how well these are holding their money)
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2006-VOLKSWAGEN-GOLF-R32...
ST 3
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
All cars have character.
Best Handling: Megane R26
Best Engine: Focus ST
Potential Classic: R32
All Rounder: 130i
130i
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
R26
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RENAULT-MEGANE-R-SPORT-R...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2007-07-RENAULT-MEGANE-2...
R32(surprised at how well these are holding their money)
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2006-VOLKSWAGEN-GOLF-R32...
ST 3
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
All cars have character.
Best Handling: Megane R26
Best Engine: Focus ST
Potential Classic: R32
All Rounder: 130i
ZX10R NIN said:
For 6K here are some options:
130i
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
R26
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RENAULT-MEGANE-R-SPORT-R...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2007-07-RENAULT-MEGANE-2...
R32(surprised at how well these are holding their money)
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2006-VOLKSWAGEN-GOLF-R32...
ST 3
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
All cars have character.
Best Handling: Megane R26
Best Engine: Focus ST
Potential Classic: R32
All Rounder: 130i
Some good cars, 130i
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
R26
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RENAULT-MEGANE-R-SPORT-R...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2007-07-RENAULT-MEGANE-2...
R32(surprised at how well these are holding their money)
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2006-VOLKSWAGEN-GOLF-R32...
ST 3
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
All cars have character.
Best Handling: Megane R26
Best Engine: Focus ST
Potential Classic: R32
All Rounder: 130i
Cant get insured on the ST round where i live
r26 a mate of mine has so probably would want something different,
r32 i havent really looked at!
130i looks good,
stedaley said:
Some good cars,
Cant get insured on the ST round where i live
r26 a mate of mine has so probably would want something different,
r32 i havent really looked at!
130i looks good,
How about a leftfield choice an Astra VXR not the sharpest but very quick.Cant get insured on the ST round where i live
r26 a mate of mine has so probably would want something different,
r32 i havent really looked at!
130i looks good,
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2008-VAUXHALL-ASTRA-VXR-...
ZX10R NIN said:
How about a leftfield choice an Astra VXR not the sharpest but very quick.
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2008-VAUXHALL-ASTRA-VXR-...
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2008-VAUXHALL-ASTRA-VXR-...
Never heard anything good about them
stedaley said:
ZX10R NIN said:
For 6K here are some options:
130i
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
R26
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RENAULT-MEGANE-R-SPORT-R...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2007-07-RENAULT-MEGANE-2...
R32(surprised at how well these are holding their money)
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2006-VOLKSWAGEN-GOLF-R32...
ST 3
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
All cars have character.
Best Handling: Megane R26
Best Engine: Focus ST
Potential Classic: R32
All Rounder: 130i
Some good cars, 130i
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
R26
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RENAULT-MEGANE-R-SPORT-R...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2007-07-RENAULT-MEGANE-2...
R32(surprised at how well these are holding their money)
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2006-VOLKSWAGEN-GOLF-R32...
ST 3
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
All cars have character.
Best Handling: Megane R26
Best Engine: Focus ST
Potential Classic: R32
All Rounder: 130i
Cant get insured on the ST round where i live
r26 a mate of mine has so probably would want something different,
r32 i havent really looked at!
130i looks good,
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