What auto £17k 20k mile car?

[GTstar]

Hi guys - should there be a 'what car' sub forum in GG?

Anyways - my g/f has always wanted an audi TT. But she only has a automatic licence so the new car HAS to be an auto.

I thought the only auto TT's were the big V6 ones which are too expensive to run. Between us we'll do doing roughly 20-25k per year mileage so need a low mileage car to start with.

Found this (didn't know they did auto 1.8T):
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2010...

but then I've said this should be considered (classier?):
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2010...

and before you ask - MX5 might be worth stretching for:
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1540587.htm

BTW this is upgrading from the Honda Jazz she has now so anything's an improvement!

So I'm looking for advice and suggestions!

[snoopstah]

Z4?

[Hairspray]

I was thinking a later CLK- nice looking cars, and pretty much all are Autos

[DavidY]

Saab 9-3 ragtop???

[GTstar]

snoopstah said:

Z4?

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2010...

MPG a bit low for the mileage we're doing - mid 30's would be good

as for the CLK - we're 25. i know she's got a jazz now but that's why she wants a change!

[GTstar]

eek - just checked the mpg of the TT! 30 mpg from a 1.8? are they 2wd?

maybe the z4 ain't too bad!

[Hairspray]

SLK then maybe?

[GTstar]

Hairspray said:

SLK then maybe?

like this? quite nice but me thinks I might look a bit 'funny' in one

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2010...

but then this showed up (wrong colour though):

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2010...

This is the first time we're in the position to get something relatively nice and now there's too much choice ah!!

Edited by GTstar on Friday 2nd April 19:32

[snoopstah]

GTstar said:

eek - just checked the mpg of the TT! 30 mpg from a 1.8? are they 2wd?

On the 180bhp model 4WD was optional (look for the 'quattro' badge on the front grille, although the seller should generally specify whether it is or not).

I think 4WD was standard on the 225bhp model.

I assume you know that the engine in them is a turbo. It's not horrifically thirsty, but not exactly renowned for being frugal either.

[GTstar]

snoopstah said:

GTstar said:

eek - just checked the mpg of the TT! 30 mpg from a 1.8? are they 2wd?

On the 180bhp model 4WD was optional (look for the 'quattro' badge on the front grille, although the seller should generally specify whether it is or not).

I think 4WD was standard on the 225bhp model.

I assume you know that the engine in them is a turbo. It's not horrifically thirsty, but not exactly renowned for being frugal either.

Yup - think I'm just spoiled by my 50mpg 3 series...

The other alternative is a 4x4 'barge' she quite likes the Honda CRV (35mpg btw) and freelander. now I'm totally confused.

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2010...

bit more of a stretch:

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2010...

[wackojacko]

snoopstah said:

Z4?

That would be my choice 2.5 keep running costs lowish

[spanna123]

BMW 123d
Vital stats - 2.0l twin turbo diesel, 206 bhp, 0-60 6.9, 50mpg, insurance group 16, RWD

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1507668.htm

It does not specify in the ad whether it is auto or manual, but from the pictures I'd have thought it is a manual.

[GTstar]

ok - SWMBO update

looks like we're down to 2 options:

Audi TT 1.8t Auto vs. Z4 2.5 Auto (Z4 on table thanks to PH)

Now the hunt is on! But what is the PH opinion on the TT 'tiptronic'? A lot of snow this winter is pushing her to the FF/4WD of the TT and is it really that bad a steer?

And what about that auto MX5 Mk3 - anyone own one?

[GTstar]

spanna123 said:

BMW 123d
Vital stats - 2.0l twin turbo diesel, 206 bhp, 0-60 6.9, 50mpg, insurance group 16, RWD

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1507668.htm

It does not specify in the ad whether it is auto or manual, but from the pictures I'd have thought it is a manual.

ahhh thanks to you I found this which looks v.cheap esp. considering nice wheels, 08 plate and 60mpg!:

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2010...

eta to fix link

Edited by GTstar on Friday 2nd April 20:22

[spanna123]

GTstar said:

spanna123 said:

BMW 123d
Vital stats - 2.0l twin turbo diesel, 206 bhp, 0-60 6.9, 50mpg, insurance group 16, RWD

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1507668.htm

It does not specify in the ad whether it is auto or manual, but from the pictures I'd have thought it is a manual.

ahhh thanks to you I found this which looks v.cheap esp. considering nice wheels, 08 plate and 60mpg!:

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2010...

The link shows a 2.2d Freelander, which I think is about 35mpg?

[GTstar]

spanna123 said:

GTstar said:

spanna123 said:

BMW 123d
Vital stats - 2.0l twin turbo diesel, 206 bhp, 0-60 6.9, 50mpg, insurance group 16, RWD

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1507668.htm

It does not specify in the ad whether it is auto or manual, but from the pictures I'd have thought it is a manual.

ahhh thanks to you I found this which looks v.cheap esp. considering nice wheels, 08 plate and 60mpg!:

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2010...

The link shows a 2.2d Freelander, which I think is about 35mpg?

try again - fixed link!

[nsmith1180]

spanna123 said:

BMW 123d
Vital stats - 2.0l twin turbo diesel, 206 bhp, 0-60 6.9, 50mpg, insurance group 16, RWD

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1507668.htm

It does not specify in the ad whether it is auto or manual, but from the pictures I'd have thought it is a manual.

the ad said:

Black Hatchback

1995cc Diesel Manual

[GTstar]

ok update time. it's down to these 2 - Audi TT 1.8t tip vs. CooperD

as we'll be doing between 20-25k per year the running costs (tax, mpg, insurance) of the Mini is pushing me towards that but g/f is desperate for the Audi.

So what's the better steer - I've driven my parents MCS and had a Mini 1 before so I know they're good fun but whats the Mk2 diesel like? (and slightly miffed that the mpg of the Mini goes from 70mpg down to 56mpg just because of the auto box)

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2010...

vs.

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2010...

where would your money go?

[GTstar]

UPDATE: we've just bought an 2007 audi TT 2.0t fsi with the very nice DSG box.

Thanks for suggestions but managed to get a v.good deal on it - pics to follow!

P.s like the recent RS vs. D3 thread and this one shouldn't it be manditory to finish what car threads with pics?!