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[alec.e]

0a said:

r129sl said:

0a said:

XMified said:

0a said:

What estate would you look at for £5-8k? A non driving enthusiast friend fancies a comfy “Premium” upgrade to his ancient mondeo.

You'd think that if driving (and therefore presumably handling) isn't important, the world is your (fridge-carrying) oyster.

Comfy, auto, and reliable are the criteria.

Skoda Superb.

Oh yes, I like that suggestion. He will probably like it as well!

What R129 said

[Biglips]

alec.e said:

0a said:

r129sl said:

0a said:

XMified said:

0a said:

What estate would you look at for £5-8k? A non driving enthusiast friend fancies a comfy “Premium” upgrade to his ancient mondeo.

You'd think that if driving (and therefore presumably handling) isn't important, the world is your (fridge-carrying) oyster.

Comfy, auto, and reliable are the criteria.

Skoda Superb.

Oh yes, I like that suggestion. He will probably like it as well!

What R129 said

Is there any budget creep allowed?




Sorry couldn’t post the link for some reason

[Macron]

^ That Merc has been for sale since time immemorial.

SB123 will love this. Naturally it doesn't tell the whole 3.2D story...

[TyrannosauRoss Lex]

Macron said:

^ That Merc has been for sale since time immemorial.

SB123 will love this. Naturally it doesn't tell the whole 3.2D story...

Badges writing cheques the engine can't cash.

[CharlesdeGaulle]

TyrannosauRoss Lex said:

Macron said:

^ That Merc has been for sale since time immemorial.

SB123 will love this. Naturally it doesn't tell the whole 3.2D story...

Badges writing cheques the engine can't cash.

Is there a link?

[ian316]

0a said:

What estate would you look at for £5-8k? A non driving enthusiast friend fancies a comfy “Premium” upgrade to his ancient mondeo.

Another mondeo great driving cars and more exclusive than any of the standard options with more kit

[TyrannosauRoss Lex]

CharlesdeGaulle said:

TyrannosauRoss Lex said:

Macron said:

^ That Merc has been for sale since time immemorial.

SB123 will love this. Naturally it doesn't tell the whole 3.2D story...

Badges writing cheques the engine can't cash.

Is there a link?

Not sure, I just checked the MOT history. It's a stinky diesel.

[CharlesdeGaulle]

ian316 said:

0a said:

What estate would you look at for £5-8k? A non driving enthusiast friend fancies a comfy “Premium” upgrade to his ancient mondeo.

Another mondeo great driving cars and more exclusive than any of the standard options with more kit

It's a pity the Mondeo is so sneered-at generally. If Ford had stuck a massive V8 in it it would be hard to beat. There's someone here with a Mondeo Vignale estate in metallic bronze. It looks fking brilliant.

[bolidemichael]

Macron said:

^ That Merc has been for sale since time immemorial.

I don't believe that it has. It's just been through a couple of owners since first offered for sale a couple of years ago. It's the 'Fisherman's Friend' vehicle.

[0a]

I can’t decide whether I like or really dislike the colour combination on this Lexus https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202107205...

[ian316]

I'm not commenting on the colour with the woke pandemic but I like it

[Macron]

bolidemichael said:

I don't believe that it has. It's just been through a couple of owners since first offered for sale a couple of years ago. It's the 'Fisherman's Friend' vehicle.

My bad then.

0a said:

I can’t decide whether I like or really dislike the colour combination on this Lexus https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202107205...

Is that condensation on the inside of the rear screen in that pic..? Or just deceptive and they're using photos from January....

[TyrannosauRoss Lex]

0a said:

I can’t decide whether I like or really dislike the colour combination on this Lexus https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202107205...

Interior yes, exterior no.

[TyrannosauRoss Lex]

Macron said:

bolidemichael said:

I don't believe that it has. It's just been through a couple of owners since first offered for sale a couple of years ago. It's the 'Fisherman's Friend' vehicle.

My bad then.

0a said:

I can’t decide whether I like or really dislike the colour combination on this Lexus https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202107205...

Is that condensation on the inside of the rear screen in that pic..? Or just deceptive and they're using photos from January....

Probably just dew on the outside, photos may have been taken very early AM, hence the angle of the sun.

[CharlesdeGaulle]

TyrannosauRoss Lex said:

0a said:

I can’t decide whether I like or really dislike the colour combination on this Lexus https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202107205...

Interior yes, exterior no.

Interior would be a yes in a dark car, but it's a no here.
The exterior is a definite no. No redeeming qualities at all.
The combo of the two is just about the least appealing mix one can think of.
0a, you should buy it...

[bolidemichael]

ian316 said:

I'm not commenting on the colour with the woke pandemic but I like it

I really like the colour combo, it's beguiling from the outside and oh so right and welcoming when the door is opened.

Apropos JRG, I think that this Roller from today's 'Classic Car' themed Goodwood Breakfast Club speaks for itself.

[ian316]

bolidemichael said:

I really like the colour combo, it's beguiling from the outside and oh so right and welcoming when the door is opened.

Apropos JRG, I think that this Roller from today's 'Classic Car' themed Goodwood Breakfast Club speaks for itself.

Nearly choked on my wethers at the mention of JRG lol

[Bear-n]

0a said:

I can’t decide whether I like or really dislike the colour combination on this Lexus https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202107205...

Putting it diplomatically; I was a choir boy and that was my teacher's car, I would not accept any lifts.

[0a]

CharlesdeGaulle said:

Interior would be a yes in a dark car, but it's a no here.
The exterior is a definite no. No redeeming qualities at all.
The combo of the two is just about the least appealing mix one can think of.
0a, you should buy it...

On the fence then CDG!

Ross what colour is your interior, and would you recommend a 460? What are the common issues (steering column?)?

[0a]

Also what’s a “lady of the realm”?

Not a lady of the night.