Mazda MPS - Advice on buying one - Or something else?

[anonymous-user]

rdb85 said:

That is true, I know I want a hot hatch. There is this: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VOLVO-C30-T5-2-5-T5-R-D...

But its likely to go I would imagine. If not then I will definitely look at an ASTRA VXR. It seems to most practical, its a lot newer, and should hold its value. I will also look at an ST3, Test drive both and see how I feel.

Vauxhall and hold it's value are words not in the same sentence.......

[rdb85]

BAM225 said:

Vauxhall and hold it's value are words not in the same sentence.......

Thats true to be honest. I would have hated to pay £30k for one.

[rdb85]

I think they are great looking cars. But I think if that Volvo sells then I will look at the VXR and ST3 Focus.

But if anyone else has any recommendations that would be great. As although the MPS looks good I think the issues have put me off.

[Toyoda]

It all comes down to personal choice. I think the newer Astra VXR looks like a big fat ugly potato and out of all the ones you list, the 1.75 Giulietta looks the best and ticks your slightly leftfield box.

When I mentioned the Focus ST, I meant the 2012 onwards model, which is within budget.

[zedx19]

I considered one of these, but they are expensive and a bit dull to drive, they also have issues as others have mentioned. I also looked at T5 C30's but they are not a hot hatch, tall gearing and Volvo handling make it more a GT car. In the end, I considered all options including the new ST but went for as late a 5 pot ST as you can get and it's a riot. Might be common but its great fun to chuck around, makes a great noise and are generally reliable. They are not without issue, but do your research and you can't go wrong. IMO, the newer ST with the Ecoboost engine doesn't have the same character, I had the same engine in a Mondeo, meh.

[Integroo]

What about a Championship White Civic Type R FN2? The best of the FN2 - rare, LSD, should hold value because of this, in budget, reliable?

[rdb85]

Integroo said:

What about a Championship White Civic Type R FN2? The best of the FN2 - rare, LSD, should hold value because of this, in budget, reliable?

That’s an option. I like them.

[rdb85]

Toyoda said:

It all comes down to personal choice. I think the newer Astra VXR looks like a big fat ugly potato and out of all the ones you list, the 1.75 Giulietta looks the best and ticks your slightly leftfield box.

When I mentioned the Focus ST, I meant the 2012 onwards model, which is within budget.

I like the Alfa and I think I will go and see one. Unusual and a great spec. I like the look of the VXR. I’m keen on the 2012 onwards shape. I like the MK2 shape.

[Beato]

Ran a 10 plate from almost new. Just before 3 years were up turbo blew. Fortunately just within warranty period. Sold as soon as warranty was up. Just didn’t trust it after that

Also eats front tyres. Major wear on inner edge of both fronts

In saying that enjoyed the car outwith these issues. Fast for what it is. Nice wee turbo whistle

Likes to tramline

[rdb85]

Beato said:

Ran a 10 plate from almost new. Just before 3 years were up turbo blew. Fortunately just within warranty period. Sold as soon as warranty was up. Just didn’t trust it after that

Also eats front tyres. Major wear on inner edge of both fronts

In saying that enjoyed the car outwith these issues. Fast for what it is. Nice wee turbo whistle

Likes to tramline

That’s good to know, I do like them despite the issues. I don’t think they are worth it though, only to get bill for a major fix. Such as the timing chain. I’m assuming it would be a few grand.

[Fastdruid]

rdb85 said:

That’s good to know, I do like them despite the issues. I don’t think they are worth it though, only to get bill for a major fix. Such as the timing chain. I’m assuming it would be a few grand.

It's about £6-700.

£3-400 for the parts plus fitment - eg parts here: http://www.tuningdevelopments.co.uk/product_info.p...

[rdb85]

So I’ve narrowed it down:

Volvo C30 T5 - I’ve always liked them for some strange reason.
Vauxhall Astra VXR - Nice car and one that’s affordable with regards to a hot hatch so I will test drive that and an ST3 Focus. Just to see what they are like.
Alfa Romeo - the Cloverleaf - Unusal Car, and one that I think could be the ONE.

[rdb85]

Fastdruid said:

It's about £6-700.

£3-400 for the parts plus fitment - eg parts here: http://www.tuningdevelopments.co.uk/product_info.p...

Not that bad. My clutch and flywheel for my Mini Cooper was £1500.