Banger-nomincs. Cheapest car to own and run
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What's the cheapest motoring out there? 20 miles a day B road commute plus probably 400 motorway miles a month.
Taking tax. Insurance fuel and parts availability / home mechanics into consideration.
Must have 5 doors.
Diesel clio? Plenty around 4-700 quid, £30 road tax and 50 odd to gallon.
Any better suggestions.
I have other cars for fun so style and performance not critical.
Taking tax. Insurance fuel and parts availability / home mechanics into consideration.
Must have 5 doors.
Diesel clio? Plenty around 4-700 quid, £30 road tax and 50 odd to gallon.
Any better suggestions.
I have other cars for fun so style and performance not critical.
K11 Micra. Petrol is cheaper in the UK than diesel and you have a very short journey mitigating against diesel. Also assuming someone else has done a cam chain swap in the recent past you're unlikely to have any bills.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2001-Nissan-micra-s-1-0-...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2001-Nissan-micra-s-1-0-...
http://www.nationwidevehiclecontracts.co.uk/Fiat_5...
It's brand new, warrantee'd should anything go wrong and no need for MOT or much in the way of servicing.
Probably not quite as cheap as buying a cheap crappy hatchback that's 15 years old mind, but gains peace of mind and knowing exactly what it'll cost you.
It's brand new, warrantee'd should anything go wrong and no need for MOT or much in the way of servicing.
Probably not quite as cheap as buying a cheap crappy hatchback that's 15 years old mind, but gains peace of mind and knowing exactly what it'll cost you.
From reading around, it seems the best bangernomics cars are small, old and Japanese. So parts are cheap, cars are reliable (ie no need to spend your time or money fixing stuff) and they've got simple systems. Worst you can do is a modern French car. Dodgy electronics, dodgy build. Wouldn't touch a Clio with yours. German parts are expensive compared to some old Honda. What you won't get is cachet.
Motorrad said:
K11 Micra.
Exactly what popped into my head when I saw the title - they really do cost buttons to run - but don't think they did a five door version? If there's a five-door car with Toyota's 4EFE engine in it then that's probably the answer, or a turn-of the century Civic.Edit: ...or an Almera.
Edited by Roger Irrelevant on Sunday 29th March 17:03
k11 had crossed my mind, My mum had one when i passed my test and used it quite a bit, also has a double use as a decent autosolo car, They also still look relatively modern which is a bonus if we need to look presentable every now and then.
Those lease deals are rather cheap though, even over 2 years, were not usually people to keep cars a long while, i think i'm off to have a better look.
Those lease deals are rather cheap though, even over 2 years, were not usually people to keep cars a long while, i think i'm off to have a better look.
Roger Irrelevant said:
Exactly what popped into my head when I saw the title - they really do cost buttons to run - but don't think they did a five door version? If there's a five-door car with Toyota's 4EFE engine in it then that's probably the answer, or a turn-of the century Civic.
Edit: ...or an Almera.
Does the Suzuki Swift not have a Toyota engine?Edit: ...or an Almera.
Edited by Roger Irrelevant on Sunday 29th March 17:03
User33678888 said:
http://www.nationwidevehiclecontracts.co.uk/Fiat_5...
It's brand new, warrantee'd should anything go wrong and no need for MOT or much in the way of servicing.
Probably not quite as cheap as buying a cheap crappy hatchback that's 15 years old mind, but gains peace of mind and knowing exactly what it'll cost you.
We had one of these from new. Great car. Stylish, well-built, reliable, cheap RFL, a consistent 50mpg and quite fun in a flawed way. However, Fiat main dealer servicing is not cheap and surprisingly expensive for a small car. I was really surprised that in this day and age that spark plugs were a first service item too! It's brand new, warrantee'd should anything go wrong and no need for MOT or much in the way of servicing.
Probably not quite as cheap as buying a cheap crappy hatchback that's 15 years old mind, but gains peace of mind and knowing exactly what it'll cost you.
369racing said:
k11 had crossed my mind, My mum had one when i passed my test and used it quite a bit, also has a double use as a decent autosolo car, They also still look relatively modern which is a bonus if we need to look presentable every now and then.
Those lease deals are rather cheap though, even over 2 years, were not usually people to keep cars a long while, i think i'm off to have a better look.
I've just realised that the one I linked to, despite being a great deal isn't perfect as they only come as a 3 door. Someone mentioned a new shape Citroen 5door C1 deal the other day on the leasing thread. £1200 down and then £42 a month.Those lease deals are rather cheap though, even over 2 years, were not usually people to keep cars a long while, i think i'm off to have a better look.
eltax91 said:
A petrol accord or Avensis. Small cars are ok but more sought after so as such you'll get better/ newer in the classes above for your money.
Out of those two my preference would be Avensis as the Accord likes a drink. Avensis easily does 40mpg, pretty astounding for a large car.Gassing Station | General Gassing | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff