Yep another what diesel car...

[rb5er]

So recently had my car smashed into, want to get a diesel, saloon or estate £2k-£3kish max, preferably under 100k miles.

Mondeo tdci 2.2 155
Accord 2.2
Volvo D5 SE

These are my top runners, boring i know but having an economical car almost pays for me to have my fun car.

I know the Volvo quite well and think i can trust a good one but not had much experience of the diesel versions of the other 2.

Any experience or other suggestions? Most bmw`s seem to be a bit high mileage. Thanks

[rb5er]

The 407 hdi seems very cheap too, any good?

[66comanche]

Have a look at the Avensis T180, 2.2l with 177bhp - looks very boring in some colours but decent in red with rear privacy glass IMO.

Vectra 1.9CDTi 150 - very reasonably priced.

Saab 9-5?

[rb5er]

I cant do a Vauxhall and the avensis is nasty imo. Thanks though

[ben5732]

Go with the D5, just about the only decent sounding diesel and nice to drive!

[rb5er]

I also like the looks of the mg zt but not sure if they are reliable.

[Codswallop]

MG ZT comes with a BMW diesel so should be as reliable as an equivalent x20d. Build quality was better on the pre facelift cars (the ones with the circular headlights rather than rectangular).

[Jasandjules]

Get a Passat.

[jack01825]

D5 are very good cars,

however you can get a very tidy rover 75 conessueir(executive edition) for 3k umder 100k miles and the facelift model.

if your lucky you can get the 131bhp one aswell.

i have one and has it since 60k on the clock now has 110k and has NOT once let me down, also comes with the bmw engine so its averaging 45mpg.

here you go, just had a look on autotrader and was very surprised to see this, http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2012...

[rb5er]

Sorry passats are horrible and the Rover for 3k sounds massively overpriced, I have seen an mg zt td for 2k with 77k on the clock.

[jack01825]

rb5er said:

Sorry passats are horrible and the Rover for 3k sounds massively overpriced, I have seen an mg zt td for 2k with 77k on the clock.

i know its only because its the top quality one, leather seats, 131bhp, facelift model etc

[edo]

Tidy.

2003 Volvo S60 2.4 D5 SE 4dr [Geartronic] Diesel Saloon
Overview Vehicle Summary Performance & Economy Dimensions Interior/Exterior Safety

Superb condition inside and out, 2003 ( 53 plate) low mileage, just serviced plus full service history and cam belt change with 1 previous owner (Volvo). Sapphire black metallic, black leather interior, Volvo carpet mats, split folding rear seats, alloys with very good Goodyears (space-saver spare unused!), D5 diesel 40+ MPG, geartronic auto, Dolby surround multi CD, PAS, ABS, cruise control, airbags, electric adjustable drivers seat windows and door mirrors, climate control, heated door mirrors. Never bumped and never failed an MOT! Very reluctant sale! £3300 ONO - if you see it you'll buy it!. £3,300




http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2012...

[y2blade]

ben5732 said:

Go with the D5, just about the only decent sounding diesel and nice to drive!

This^^^^...I love mine

[jack01825]

yer still like the d5 but what about this, cant complain at the price

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2012...

[y2blade]

jack01825 said:

yer still like the d5 but what about this, cant complain at the price

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2012...

Are you joking?

[jack01825]

y2blade said:

Are you joking?

what do you mean? i know there not top notch but i have driven one and for that price i really cant see the problem?

[chrisispringles]

jack01825 said:

yer still like the d5 but what about this, cant complain at the price

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2012...

Did you miss the bit where it says the car is a non-starter?

[VR46]

The honda accord is your best bet imo

[y2blade]

jack01825 said:

y2blade said:

Are you joking?

what do you mean? i know there not top notch but i have driven one and for that price i really cant see the problem?

They have massive electrical problems due to water getting in everywhere!
Ideal in the UK eh?


Ask yourself why they are so cheap?
they are unreliable and plagued with issues.

[jack01825]

chrisispringles said:

Did you miss the bit where it says the car is a non-starter?

yer i did haha