New car time, need some suggestions
New car time, need some suggestions
18-05-2018, 03:52 AM
Stoney If you want 4WD, I would again suggest Audi Quattro! lol
I believe the Imprezza to have the same engine/gearbox/4WD system as a Legacy, so I wouldn't expect any better. Possibly higher insurance too.
I think you're probably right that the Germans are the option that cover all bases - but within that budget wouldn't you be looking at something really old or with quite high mileage?
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Stoney If you want 4WD, I would again suggest Audi Quattro! lol
I believe the Imprezza to have the same engine/gearbox/4WD system as a Legacy, so I wouldn't expect any better. Possibly higher insurance too.
I think you're probably right that the Germans are the option that cover all bases - but within that budget wouldn't you be looking at something really old or with quite high mileage?
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18-05-2018, 04:42 AM
Stoney You are correct. I forget! The older Legacys were 2.0 though, and the newer Imprezas are 2.5!
Looks like we are both right - now this will get confusing.
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FirebirdPhil
18-05-2018, 04:42 AM #13Stoney You are correct. I forget! The older Legacys were 2.0 though, and the newer Imprezas are 2.5!
Looks like we are both right - now this will get confusing.
"Life's goal is not to arrive safely at the grave in a well preserved body. But, rather to skid in sideways........
totally worn out and broken, shouting 'Holy ****, WHAT A RIDE!'"
18-05-2018, 06:29 AM
I think my only option is to increase my budget and I think the Accord Estate is the best option ATM. The 2.2L diesel is 140bhp as standard but after a remap it'll be 185bhp. That is alot more than the non turbo'd Subaru's but I'm not sure how that compares in the real world with one being FWD and the other RWD.
Been looking at Accords like these. I think for now I'm gonna have to buy with my head and not my heart!
Rolex Corrolla D4D
Just had a proper look at these, they have less bhp than my mondeo and weigh more so that is going to be slow! Definitely won't be wanting one of those.
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E55EX_RACER
18-05-2018, 06:29 AM #14Just been looking at all of the 2L and 2.5L Subaru's including the turbos and they're more or less all the same mpg. So as you guys have said it must be down to them having AWD, same engines and gearbox etc. There are so many of these cars for under £2k, it's a shame the insurance and fuel prices are decreasing their value.
I think my only option is to increase my budget and I think the Accord Estate is the best option ATM. The 2.2L diesel is 140bhp as standard but after a remap it'll be 185bhp. That is alot more than the non turbo'd Subaru's but I'm not sure how that compares in the real world with one being FWD and the other RWD.
Been looking at Accords like these. I think for now I'm gonna have to buy with my head and not my heart!
Rolex Corrolla D4D
Just had a proper look at these, they have less bhp than my mondeo and weigh more so that is going to be slow! Definitely won't be wanting one of those.
18-05-2018, 07:15 AM
E55EX_RACER
18-05-2018, 07:15 AM #15I seem to have overlooked one, the Mazda 6. I really like the look of this one as well, anyone know anything about them?
18-05-2018, 07:30 AM
30-35mpg plus about 260bhp...MPS might be a bit above budget though...
IS200 Sport - Sold
Mazda 6 MPS - Zoom Zoom!
Modifications
Completed:
Currently 280bhp/295lbft; 3" Meercat custom exhaust; KW Suspension; FMIC; SSP; HPFP; Custom Stainless Steel Dials - for the moment, the only set in the world!! (Till the group buy for MPSOC anyway :lol: )
In Progress:
E-Tuning remap ongoing via Cobb Accessport; Braided brake lines; Stubby aerial; Tinted repeaters and sidelights; 3 Port Boost Control Solenoid; 3" HTP Intake
Dunno Phil, the Mazda 6 MPS is a pretty nice beastie 30-35mpg plus about 260bhp...
MPS might be a bit above budget though...
IS200 Sport - Sold
Mazda 6 MPS - Zoom Zoom!
Modifications
Completed:
Currently 280bhp/295lbft; 3" Meercat custom exhaust; KW Suspension; FMIC; SSP; HPFP; Custom Stainless Steel Dials - for the moment, the only set in the world!! (Till the group buy for MPSOC anyway :lol: )
In Progress:
E-Tuning remap ongoing via Cobb Accessport; Braided brake lines; Stubby aerial; Tinted repeaters and sidelights; 3 Port Boost Control Solenoid; 3" HTP Intake
18-05-2018, 08:08 AM
Phil01 mazda 6 is a rebadged for mondeo
What about a corolla t sport, 3 or 5dr hatchback, 35+mpg with 190bhp and you could pick one up around the 2k mark
Doesn't surprise me, the early fiesta was the same as the 121 wasn't it. I guess parts would be fairly cheap then?
Just had a look at those Corollas, not a bad shout, certainly look the part. Insurance is similar to that of the Accord Tourer and Mazda 6 Estate. There's 2 things putting me off, the boot is probably too small, there's less space than a focus/mondeo. The tax (VED) is alot as well, I was hoping for something that's under £200 a year. One to think about though, don't you have one?
DaveEdin Dunno Phil, the Mazda 6 MPS is a pretty nice beastie
MPS might be a bit above budget though...
I wasn't looking at the MPS as it's a saloon so no good for me
E55EX_RACER
18-05-2018, 08:08 AM #18Phil01 mazda 6 is a rebadged for mondeo
What about a corolla t sport, 3 or 5dr hatchback, 35+mpg with 190bhp and you could pick one up around the 2k mark
Doesn't surprise me, the early fiesta was the same as the 121 wasn't it. I guess parts would be fairly cheap then?
Just had a look at those Corollas, not a bad shout, certainly look the part. Insurance is similar to that of the Accord Tourer and Mazda 6 Estate. There's 2 things putting me off, the boot is probably too small, there's less space than a focus/mondeo. The tax (VED) is alot as well, I was hoping for something that's under £200 a year. One to think about though, don't you have one?
DaveEdin Dunno Phil, the Mazda 6 MPS is a pretty nice beastie
MPS might be a bit above budget though...
I wasn't looking at the MPS as it's a saloon so no good for me
18-05-2018, 08:13 AM
Kev (dandydons) has one of them, so ask him what it's like
IS200 Sport - Sold
Mazda 6 MPS - Zoom Zoom!
Modifications
Completed:
Currently 280bhp/295lbft; 3" Meercat custom exhaust; KW Suspension; FMIC; SSP; HPFP; Custom Stainless Steel Dials - for the moment, the only set in the world!! (Till the group buy for MPSOC anyway :lol: )
In Progress:
E-Tuning remap ongoing via Cobb Accessport; Braided brake lines; Stubby aerial; Tinted repeaters and sidelights; 3 Port Boost Control Solenoid; 3" HTP Intake
Mazda 3 MPS is a hatchback though :thumbup1:
Kev (dandydons) has one of them, so ask him what it's like
IS200 Sport - Sold
Mazda 6 MPS - Zoom Zoom!
Modifications
Completed:
Currently 280bhp/295lbft; 3" Meercat custom exhaust; KW Suspension; FMIC; SSP; HPFP; Custom Stainless Steel Dials - for the moment, the only set in the world!! (Till the group buy for MPSOC anyway :lol: )
In Progress:
E-Tuning remap ongoing via Cobb Accessport; Braided brake lines; Stubby aerial; Tinted repeaters and sidelights; 3 Port Boost Control Solenoid; 3" HTP Intake
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