Bargain bin commuter

[MrAverage]

I'm after a: comfy, auto, reliable commuter (into London LEZ). Cheap as possible.

I do a minimum of 80 miles a day. Currently driving a 2l petrol focus. A similar size boot would be good, more mpg would be great.

I'm after recommendations. I have some ideas but always feel I'm overlooking some cars.

Edited by MrAverage on Thursday 19th April 07:36

[RSTurboPaul]

Lexus LS400/430?

[rsbmw]

doesnt tick the MPG box, or probably even the cheap as possible box!

[ZX10R NIN]

It depends on how much you want to spend?

[MrAverage]

we're going to sell her Honda CRV which should get 3-3.5k but ideally under 2k.

Reason for change (from focus) is purely to get an auto. i've been thinking about older diesels, as it looks like euro 3 is fine for LEZ

[ZX10R NIN]

Take a look at the CLK/C Class 220/270 they're great commuter cars, but check the LEZ requirements as it may be going up to Euro4 if certain people get their way.

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...

C220 Coupe SE

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...

[GiveItSomeWellie]

2.0 Focus Auto?

[Toed64]

How long will you keep the car? If you propose to keep it for a while, you should consider the ULEZ Ts&Cs.

If it's to serve more than 2 years, and if you want a diseasel, you should be looking for a DPF equipped car.

Personally, I think I'd be looking for a Mondeo, Focus, Accord or Avensis Euro 4 petrol because for £2000, the age of the car is not so important, the condition, reliability and likely cost of maintenance will be...maybe a Skoda Octavia or Superb?