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So, I've more or less decided that this is going to be the car in which replaces the Stilo.
So, does anyone have any experience in one? Any decent alternatives?
I know a car like this is probably going to associate me more with the Mcdonalds crowd rather than Pistonheads (even standard) but I want one.
So, does anyone have any experience in one? Any decent alternatives?
I know a car like this is probably going to associate me more with the Mcdonalds crowd rather than Pistonheads (even standard) but I want one.
Marf said:
Starlet Turbo?
Insurance is about a grand or two more expensive - although these are internet quotes.Amazed you didn't recommend a Nissan Silva or something
Flanders. said:
My Brother had one. Low miles too. It went wrong alot, however it was quick. The insurance will rape you.
Yup, I know it will, but it's not as bad as I first thought it would be.Skylinecrazy said:
Marf said:
Starlet Turbo?
Insurance is about a grand or two more expensive - although these are internet quotes.Amazed you didn't recommend a Nissan Silva or something
Flanders. said:
My Brother had one. Low miles too. It went wrong alot, however it was quick. The insurance will rape you.
Yup, I know it will, but it's not as bad as I first thought it would be.How much is it Dan if you don't mind me asking? I've always thought about getting one.
Skylinecrazy said:
Amazed you didn't recommend a Nissan Silva or something
Nah you couldn't handle the awesomeness! 
Skylinecrazy said:
Marf said:
Starlet Turbo?
Insurance is about a grand or two more expensive - although these are internet quotes.
Skylinecrazy said:
So, I've more or less decided that this is going to be the car in which replaces the Stilo.
So, does anyone have any experience in one? Any decent alternatives?
I know a car like this is probably going to associate me more with the Mcdonalds crowd rather than Pistonheads (even standard) but I want one.
I'd guess you are aware the Saxo VTS is much the same car if you see a decent one come up for sale.So, does anyone have any experience in one? Any decent alternatives?
I know a car like this is probably going to associate me more with the Mcdonalds crowd rather than Pistonheads (even standard) but I want one.
Personally, all sorts of cars go in Mcdonalds round here so wouldn't worry about other people's perceived image of the car
Great fun, epic little beasts and something i would strongly consider if i was allowed to buy another car.
Oh, and the insurance will leave you sobbing quietly in the corner of the room staring lifelessly at the phone and feeling violated. I'm 28 and when I was looking at getting one last year to run as my daily with th OH (25) on the policy it was coming out at £650, my Impreza was £850.
ETA, that was using no NCB though.
Oh, and the insurance will leave you sobbing quietly in the corner of the room staring lifelessly at the phone and feeling violated. I'm 28 and when I was looking at getting one last year to run as my daily with th OH (25) on the policy it was coming out at £650, my Impreza was £850.
ETA, that was using no NCB though.
Edited by omgus on Sunday 18th April 13:06
Skylinecrazy said:
gj88 said:
Why not hang onto the Stilo for longer? Have you not recently passed your test?
Coming up to a year now!I know it would be the sensible thing to do but...
It was incredible fun keeping up with much faster metal on the right roads and being safe while I was at it. I got plenty of thumb ups from other drivers with that car.
I had that car for three years and despite hankering for something with more punch for two of those years, I stuck with it and I'm glad I did!
Marf said:
Skylinecrazy said:
Amazed you didn't recommend a Nissan Silva or something
Nah you couldn't handle the awesomeness! Skylinecrazy said:
Marf said:
Starlet Turbo?
Insurance is about a grand or two more expensive - although these are internet quotes.I'm getting quotes of near enough 2 grand, about 1800 quid minimum.
Which isn't bad considering how much I'm currently paying on the Stilo! May be different for others mind.
Skylinecrazy said:
Marf said:
Skylinecrazy said:
Amazed you didn't recommend a Nissan Silva or something
Nah you couldn't handle the awesomeness! Skylinecrazy said:
Marf said:
Starlet Turbo?
Insurance is about a grand or two more expensive - although these are internet quotes.I'm getting quotes of near enough 2 grand, about 1800 quid minimum.
Which isn't bad considering how much I'm currently paying on the Stilo! May be different for others mind.
I'd recommend trying A-Plan, Chris Knott and Sky.
gj88 said:
Skylinecrazy said:
gj88 said:
Why not hang onto the Stilo for longer? Have you not recently passed your test?
Coming up to a year now!I know it would be the sensible thing to do but...
It was incredible fun keeping up with much faster metal on the right roads and being safe while I was at it. I got plenty of thumb ups from other drivers with that car.
I had that car for three years and despite hankering for something with more punch for two of those years, I stuck with it and I'm glad I did!
Ho-hum, we shall see.
I do appreciate the advice though, cheers
Simps said:
Be a man. Get a 205 GTI.
True. 106 GTi is great little car, but less direct than 205, which had faster build up of tail slide, but was more honest and intuitive. Heavier steering, more masculine feel etc. in 205 too.Anyway take driving lessons with 106, it is great fun and comfortable, but twitchy handling.
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