What to buy to replace Focus? £10k max
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I started a thread in General Gassing about when to get rid of a 12 year old car, and am considering something new. However, I'm a bit unsure of what to go for.
Current car is Mk2 Ford Focus Titanium, with a 2.0l petrol engine. I've had it for 9 years with no major problems, but now it seems each MOT is bringing up something that needs repairing or replacing, with an associated bill of a few hundred pounds.
So I'm considering replacing it - here's my criteria.
-At least as big as my current car. I've got a nearly 2 year old, plus sometimes use the car for work so reasonable luggage capacity is required. I quite like BMW 1 Series', but they're maybe a bit small.
-Decent interior / stereo etc. My current car has half leather seats and the best stereo at the time. So similar would be good.
-Reasonable power but also economy! I only do about 6,000 miles a year as we have a pool car at work, but even so I would like similar or beter to what I currently have (about 36 mpg)
So that's a bit a bit vague, but any suggestions are appreciated. I've look at various BMWs (1 and 3 Series), Alfa Romeo 159s, and more sensible options like a new shape Focus!
Current car is Mk2 Ford Focus Titanium, with a 2.0l petrol engine. I've had it for 9 years with no major problems, but now it seems each MOT is bringing up something that needs repairing or replacing, with an associated bill of a few hundred pounds.
So I'm considering replacing it - here's my criteria.
-At least as big as my current car. I've got a nearly 2 year old, plus sometimes use the car for work so reasonable luggage capacity is required. I quite like BMW 1 Series', but they're maybe a bit small.
-Decent interior / stereo etc. My current car has half leather seats and the best stereo at the time. So similar would be good.
-Reasonable power but also economy! I only do about 6,000 miles a year as we have a pool car at work, but even so I would like similar or beter to what I currently have (about 36 mpg)
So that's a bit a bit vague, but any suggestions are appreciated. I've look at various BMWs (1 and 3 Series), Alfa Romeo 159s, and more sensible options like a new shape Focus!
Probably another Focus to be honest!
I had a sit in a Scirocco the other day, it was nice but small in the back. Occasionally I will have to transport my daughter in her child seat. The Civic has never really done it for me. The Kia looks great, a friend has one so it is possible worth considering!
I imagine head will win over heart though and I will go for the "boring, sensible" option!
I had a sit in a Scirocco the other day, it was nice but small in the back. Occasionally I will have to transport my daughter in her child seat. The Civic has never really done it for me. The Kia looks great, a friend has one so it is possible worth considering!
I imagine head will win over heart though and I will go for the "boring, sensible" option!
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