Quick, good handling estate - £3500
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Apologies for the ‘what car’ thread but, as above, I’m after a quick, good handling estate for around £3.5k. I initially was looking at Saab 95 aeros as they are certainly quick but I am concerned about the handling.
I do about 8000 miles a year so economy isn’t a massive problem though 80% of my driving is urban. Insurance isn’t too much of an issue as I’m 33 with 10 years plus NCB. I still get silly quotes of £1000 for a Subaru Imprezza sportwagon though.
I don’t mind going under budget and spending the rest on making the car handle so that’s an option.
I’m hoping to stimulate some debate here, brainstorm some alternatives and clarify my thinking – over to you!
I do about 8000 miles a year so economy isn’t a massive problem though 80% of my driving is urban. Insurance isn’t too much of an issue as I’m 33 with 10 years plus NCB. I still get silly quotes of £1000 for a Subaru Imprezza sportwagon though.
I don’t mind going under budget and spending the rest on making the car handle so that’s an option.
I’m hoping to stimulate some debate here, brainstorm some alternatives and clarify my thinking – over to you!
phil_cardiff said:
Apologies for the ‘what car’ thread but, as above, I’m after a quick, good handling estate for around £3.5k. I initially was looking at Saab 95 aeros as they are certainly quick but I am concerned about the handling.
I do about 8000 miles a year so economy isn’t a massive problem though 80% of my driving is urban. Insurance isn’t too much of an issue as I’m 33 with 10 years plus NCB. I still get silly quotes of £1000 for a Subaru Imprezza sportwagon though.
I don’t mind going under budget and spending the rest on making the car handle so that’s an option.
I’m hoping to stimulate some debate here, brainstorm some alternatives and clarify my thinking – over to you!
Check different variations/ages of Impreza. I'm paying less than £1k for a WRX saloon with another 23 year old as a named driver.I do about 8000 miles a year so economy isn’t a massive problem though 80% of my driving is urban. Insurance isn’t too much of an issue as I’m 33 with 10 years plus NCB. I still get silly quotes of £1000 for a Subaru Imprezza sportwagon though.
I don’t mind going under budget and spending the rest on making the car handle so that’s an option.
I’m hoping to stimulate some debate here, brainstorm some alternatives and clarify my thinking – over to you!
If handling is your main concern then
Mondeo ST220 Estate
BME E46 325i Touring
Can't really think of anyhting else in that price range TBH that handles well and wont have been to the moon and back. Would expect the insurance on these 2 to be significantly cheaper than the Impreza also.
Mondeo ST220 Estate
BME E46 325i Touring
Can't really think of anyhting else in that price range TBH that handles well and wont have been to the moon and back. Would expect the insurance on these 2 to be significantly cheaper than the Impreza also.
philmots said:
Is the V6 MG the one you have to be careful of the Cambelt? As it's a very complex/expensive job to do?
ST220 is on a chain which is appealing (provided it's had regular oil changes)
Yes it is an expensive job. The majority of them should have had them done by now.ST220 is on a chain which is appealing (provided it's had regular oil changes)
Appreciate the ST220 may be better. I like the rarity of the MG.
ADEuk said:
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te wheels for that shape but that gets my vote!!!!ADEuk said:
I agree, just buy this and cross your fingers 
Is it just me or does that C43 badge look like it's been stuck on by a 5 year old?
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