X3 depreciation - ready for a laugh?

[StuB]

I have to agree re the looks, the first mock ups I saw were very much mini-X5, which looked great, so I was a little disappointed with the final car, but with the body kit fitted it looks less tonka toy IMHO and I think it's good that it's different to the X5.

The idea of a 4x4 that can tow a horse trailer out of a muddy field and a also a twin axle van trailer (for karting) up & down the motorway at speed, safely (trailer stability control was a + to me) and still hustle down the country lanes like a large sports saloon (think E39 5 series) was ideal for me.

Also thought (and was advised) about 'rock solid residuals'

[kerfuffle]

Blimey, that's enough to put me off my dinner! Well, almost.

I've never really liked the X3, but am still lusting after an X5. I know it's not a PH type of car, but I think they're great. A hoot to drive as well, mainly because they can do things a car of that size and height shouldn't be able to.

[dcb]

StuB said:

Also thought (and was advised) about 'rock solid residuals'

I think you will find that almost all car salesmen say things like that, along with speccing up the car with every possible extra.

Spend less on cars - lose less when you trade it in.

Mate of mine lost 16% every year for three years on a bottom of the range Jag X type he bought - turned a 20K new motor into 12 K in three years.

Buying a new car is an expensive hobby. Try buying at 3-4 years old and let someone else worry about depreciation.

[nastywej]

You loons you should talk to me...

Couldn't possibly advise you about my website though @ www.prestige-car-leasing.co.uk

Ahh Track demon where are my V MAX 9 pics ?