Best smoker barges 1-5 large [Vol 16]

[defblade]

Stedman said:

Biglips said:

Facelift
Heated and cooled seats
Distronic
Less than half thread
Great seller (thanks Rob if you are reading)
What’s not to like?

Clunk at front over speed bumps so prob needs ball joints but cannot find any other fault other than it drinks from the black pump but this will be ideal for trip to France though.

Will do first impressions tomorrow

Nice!

The car, or the destination?


Good place to cruise the miles away by the looks

[Macron]

legendracer said:

Sorry for misunderstanding. They don't want hatchbacks or big SUV or MPV.
They are looking for a sedan/saloon.
4 seats.
Yearly 10k miles.
Transmission automatic.
Petrol.
Max 100000 miles.
By lower spare part price I meant which brand or cars in option would be cheaper in service repairs. As said before I'm not speaking about regular maintenance as they all can be serviced at £300, for oil and filters. But if broken and it needs like fuel pump or gearbox work, etc. Which would be cheaper?

Edited by legendracer on Tuesday 30th June 22:05

Gotcha,

We do champagne style for lemonade money around here, but as has been pointed out the combo of age/ miles does not lend itself readily to a usual mainstream luxury brand.

On the past few pages we've had a "what looks most flash" discussion at thread max, and the W221 S class was repeated mentioned, and this linked. 14 though. Years old, not plate, at £5k

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2020...

A cheap dateless plate and the neighbours would think they'd had a good scratch card.

The X350 XJ is a firm favourite around here, again older, but aluminium body and looks very smart. The 3.0 is well regarded and there is no way to tell from the outside.

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2020...

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2020...

2007:
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2020...

Can't find an example which hits all, but the Volvo S80 is very plush. This is a 2010 but too many miles.

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2020...

This has more miles again, but more pics, at £3k. When you spend 5 you should be able to find one in the sweet spot. If they think Volvo is a prestige brand!

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2020...

[Macron]

While I'm looking at S80's, tiny diesel engine but only 5 years old and Euro 6 compliance is just over thread. Surprised tbh.

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2020...

While I'm at it, 6 year old Jag XF estate at only £6k! A few miles though.

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2020...

[LetsTryAgain]

Biglips said:

Clunk at front over speed bumps so prob needs ball joints but cannot find any other fault other than it drinks from the black pump.

Edited by Biglips on Tuesday 30th June 23:18

That is definitely a fault, yes.
Check top ball joints first.

And that XF - Why on earth has the seller put 'genuine mileage'? As if someones going to clock it forward.

Edited by LetsTryAgain on Wednesday 1st July 06:27

[tobinen]

Congratulations Biglips. Pity about the fuel type.

[21st Century Man]

That wonky XF number plate, screwed on too so it'll need a new plate.

[Crook]

Mr Micawber said:

Cloth, manual 3L and they smell great when wound up. Great buy.

[codenamecueball]

Mr Micawber said:

I have just verbally agreed to purchase this fresh looking E34 Spanish 530i. It has been bought unseen (admittedly I haven’t actually paid for it yet, but an agreement made) and I also have to confess I have never ever driven an E34, but have always liked the look of them. When I found out it had cloth heated seats I was pretty much sold.

I now have the tricky task of working out how to get it from Eastbourne to Edinburgh. I don’t suppose any of you southern coast sassenachs have made an equally rash decision lately and need a car brought down from Scotland for the cost of fuel and some motorway services food? Alternatively I could be bought for similar? Timing isn’t too big an issue as I have a month till collect, so plenty of time for someone to pull the trigger and purchase something special from the land of the deep fried mars bar.

Can't wait to see this floating around Edinburgh, however for people wanting something brought from Scotland (or in Scotland):

1998 728i with full cow, 6-cd and BBS alloys, plus a sensible mileage for 3k

Flatmate travelled on a train to England last week and said they were one of 3 people on the service, with everyone wearing a mask. Might be more safe than you think.

[legendracer]

Nicks90 said:

Don't quite understand your post above, but the Lexus linked above would essentially mean the job had been jobbed good and proper for your mate

That is a serious piece of machinery for the money.

And really, worrying about part prices? Get real, they are buying a £60+k car for less than a years PCP on a blandbox. If it needs gearbox work it's going to cost BIG. If it needs engine work, it's going to cost big. If it's need a full suspension overhaul it's going to cost big. If the electrics take a complete dump....yes, it will probably cost big.
If they want cheap parts, buy a bloody ford.

However I'd probably take a punt and say that Lexus could probably be a daily driver for the next 10yr and not miss a beat. And why less than 100k miles? Does something strange happen at 100k?

I also meant what you said. That Lexus packs a lot and being a Toyota should last more.
So I suppose, if the fault is big as mentioned, bill can be huge irrespective of brands like Lexus, jaguar, benz, bmw or audi and the difference in price for the repair shouldn't be much to consider.
I have no problem with the 100000 or more miles as far as all seems good and maintained. But some people in general public are paranoid of 6 digit odometer. I'm trying to put some sense to them.

[legendracer]

Macron said:

Gotcha,

We do champagne style for lemonade money around here, but as has been pointed out the combo of age/ miles does not lend itself readily to a usual mainstream luxury brand.

On the past few pages we've had a "what looks most flash" discussion at thread max, and the W221 S class was repeated mentioned, and this linked. 14 though. Years old, not plate, at £5k

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2020...

A cheap dateless plate and the neighbours would think they'd had a good scratch card.

The X350 XJ is a firm favourite around here, again older, but aluminium body and looks very smart. The 3.0 is well regarded and there is no way to tell from the outside.

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2020...

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2020...

2007:
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2020...

Can't find an example which hits all, but the Volvo S80 is very plush. This is a 2010 but too many miles.

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2020...

This has more miles again, but more pics, at £3k. When you spend 5 you should be able to find one in the sweet spot. If they think Volvo is a prestige brand!

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2020...

Sadly again, to them, VOLVO isn't in the prestige list. Once in a while such exercise lets me know the perspective of general public.

I'm bit attracted to benz w221. Have 3 in AT in that price. One s350 has 68000 miles and private seller.

One in eBay which was discussed here, 2008 benz e 500 5.5. remapped to 420 bhp.

Has the jaguar xj got heated seats?

Isnt the s350 a better bet? Or the previous page Lexus 450? Concerned about the Lexus battery at this age being a hybrid.

Edited by legendracer on Wednesday 1st July 08:45

[Krikkit]

The X350 XJ will be the most reliable outside a Lexus. The biggest problem is air suspension, but that's very fixable for reasonable money by most "premium"standards.

To be honest I'd just tell them it's impossible and walk away, unless they give up on the mileage/age thing or up the budget.

[SpeckledJim]

Krikkit said:

The X350 XJ will be the most reliable outside a Lexus. The biggest problem is air suspension, but that's very fixable for reasonable money by most "premium"standards.

To be honest I'd just tell them it's impossible and walk away, unless they give up on the mileage/age thing or up the budget.

This. You're on a hiding to nothing.

Inevitably whatever you find will soon have something wrong with it, and inevitably it will be entirely your fault. You're supposed to know what you're talking about!!!

[TyrannosauRoss Lex]

SpeckledJim said:

Krikkit said:

The X350 XJ will be the most reliable outside a Lexus. The biggest problem is air suspension, but that's very fixable for reasonable money by most "premium"standards.

To be honest I'd just tell them it's impossible and walk away, unless they give up on the mileage/age thing or up the budget.

This. You're on a hiding to nothing.

Inevitably whatever you find will soon have something wrong with it, and inevitably it will be entirely your fault. You're supposed to know what you're talking about!!!

Agreed. They want a premium car which isn't old and doesn't have high mileage for under £5k. Jog on!

[CharlesdeGaulle]

Crook said:

... and they smell great when wound up.

There are pretty regular forays into weirdness on this thread, but I think you might be in the lead with that one.

[tomble22]

I'd have that GS450h all day (If I had £5k spare to spend on a barge). Possibly nicer in a darker colour but still very nice.

[CharlesdeGaulle]

TyrannosauRoss Lex said:

SpeckledJim said:

Krikkit said:

The X350 XJ will be the most reliable outside a Lexus. The biggest problem is air suspension, but that's very fixable for reasonable money by most "premium"standards.

To be honest I'd just tell them it's impossible and walk away, unless they give up on the mileage/age thing or up the budget.

This. You're on a hiding to nothing.

Inevitably whatever you find will soon have something wrong with it, and inevitably it will be entirely your fault. You're supposed to know what you're talking about!!!

Agreed. They want a premium car which isn't old and doesn't have high mileage for under £5k. Jog on!

Legendracer - The expectations aren't entirely unreasonable if you can be flexible on 'premium'. I'm not sure what that means at the best of times really, but if age, mileage and cost are factors, then something has to give.

You only need to read a few pages of this thread to see that there are some fantastic cars out there, but when you're bottom-feeding you need to be flexible to get the gems.

[Weas]

Mr Micawber said:

I have just verbally agreed to purchase this fresh looking E34 Spanish 530i. It has been bought unseen (admittedly I haven’t actually paid for it yet, but an agreement made) and I also have to confess I have never ever driven an E34, but have always liked the look of them. When I found out it had cloth heated seats I was pretty much sold.

I now have the tricky task of working out how to get it from Eastbourne to Edinburgh. I don’t suppose any of you southern coast sassenachs have made an equally rash decision lately and need a car brought down from Scotland for the cost of fuel and some motorway services food? Alternatively I could be bought for similar? Timing isn’t too big an issue as I have a month till collect, so plenty of time for someone to pull the trigger and purchase something special from the land of the deep fried mars bar.

That looks lovely, I've driven 530i automatic, but I'd imagine it will really suit a manual.

[John Locke]

I am starting a casual hunt for a supercharged Range Rover to replace my XJR in order to improve my chances of retaining my driving licence. Hoping for something less than top budget, but will pay more for something really nice.

This one, maybe, chav tints and mediocre MOT history notwithstanding?
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/202...

All suggestions welcome, including alternatives.

[legendracer]

Don't kill me friends. Actually they wanted a shed under £1500. I said why ruin your life in a shed. You earn to live better. A car is nice place to live. Hehe.
And they upped their budget to £5000 which is a very good budget for workhorse non premium small cars which won't breakdown and cause any bills above £500.
But to my surprise with this budget they want something flashy and big and the filters came in. "Automatic petrol", 10 year/100000 miles.
I know it WILL be my fault if it needs breakdown repairs and costs more than £1000.

I can't walk away because of the relation and being a petrolhead you know...

The loophole that I have is they just want the brand logo (benz,bmw, audi, jaguar, Lexus) and shouldn't be a hatchback but a sedan/saloon with features like heated seats,sunroof, convertible, etc if possible.
So what if I could get them a c class or 3 series. Hopefully the repair costs (not regular maintenance costs) would be less in these starting models.
If nothing works I might go for the Lexus (toyota god blessing) today or tomorrow after the history check at £10. What say...

[Speed addicted]

John Locke said:

I am starting a casual hunt for a supercharged Range Rover to replace my XJR in order to improve my chances of retaining my driving licence. Hoping for something less than top budget, but will pay more for something really nice.

This one, maybe, chav tints and mediocre MOT history notwithstanding?
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/202...

All suggestions welcome, including alternatives.

I’d license preservation is key I’d suggest a diesel RangeRover!