Money burning a hole and not a clue

[macp]

Dear PH I am at a loss after spending hours staring at the computer sreen I have no idea what to buy ??

There are clues in the form of what I need it for but it doesnt help.Can you help me ?

Budget up to 2.5k
Prefer manual gearbox
Car is used for commuting to work and days out.I would guess at 6 - 7000mls per year
We have two small dogs but the wifes polo can carry them if need be
Any body shape considered except coupe or 2 seater
I love waftiness and luxury,comfort but I also like sportiness
I like good in car stereo but not a must
High mileage cars not a problem as long as condition good

Over to you what do you think.

[smckenna92]

ls400

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/used-cars/lexus/ls/use...

[macp]

smckenna92 said:

ls400

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/used-cars/lexus/ls/use...

Its a nice thing sure enough.Seems a high price or am I A.a tight git or B.not able to spot a bargain if it hit me in the face.

[macp]

D you think im describing a Saab or Volvo or maybe a BM 5 series

[MissChief]

I was going to suggest a BMW E46 330i but you'd likely need to look long and hard for a decent one at your budget.

[TheJimi]

Saab 95 Aero?

Your budget would get you a nice one as well

[towser44]

macp said:

smckenna92 said:

ls400

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/used-cars/lexus/ls/use...

Its a nice thing sure enough.Seems a high price or am I A.a tight git or B.not able to spot a bargain if it hit me in the face.

Expensive, there is one on Car and Classics with 29,000 miles for only £2250

[macp]

TheJimi said:

Saab 95 Aero?

Your budget would get you a nice one as well

I used to have a 9-5 Aero and I remember saying to the wife I would not be selling this if it was manual.

What about an S80 manual ?

[surveyor]

macp said:

TheJimi said:

Saab 95 Aero?

Your budget would get you a nice one as well

I used to have a 9-5 Aero and I remember saying to the wife I would not be selling this if it was manual.

What about an S80 manual ?

Fit's everything other than Sporty - of which it's the opposite. S60 T5?

[macp]

surveyor said:

macp said:

TheJimi said:

Saab 95 Aero?

Your budget would get you a nice one as well

I used to have a 9-5 Aero and I remember saying to the wife I would not be selling this if it was manual.

What about an S80 manual ?

Fit's everything other than Sporty - of which it's the opposite. S60 T5?

I like the S60 and I am prepared to compromise on sporty

[feef]

Alfa GT. Plenty around for that money, and with back seats you've got somewhere for the mutts.

[surveyor]

macp said:

surveyor said:

macp said:

TheJimi said:

Saab 95 Aero?

Your budget would get you a nice one as well

I used to have a 9-5 Aero and I remember saying to the wife I would not be selling this if it was manual.

What about an S80 manual ?

Fit's everything other than Sporty - of which it's the opposite. S60 T5?

I like the S60 and I am prepared to compromise on sporty

In that case I had a S80 2.4 manual.. Not fast, but reasonably quick, and very comfortable. Fantastic sound system, and engine sounded good too.

Economical on a run. Mid 30's, and even saw into the 40's on one lazy journey.

[macp]

Thanks all so the list should be in no particular order:

Saab 9-5 Aero
Volvo S60
Volvo S80

[thelawnet]

I was very happy with my s80 2.5t.

[TheHound]

Lexus IS200.

[5charlie46]

some sort of XJ