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Post by DentySCFC on Mar 18, 2008 20:48:00 GMT
I'm looking to buy my first car and I was wondering what model is best, e.g. mpg, engine size, looks, etc. I want preferably, a Peugeot 206 or a Renault Clio, would anyone on here recommend either? Cheers  |
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Post by Timmy on Mar 18, 2008 20:54:28 GMT
Hey tom, as you probs know my first car was a 1.25 Ford Fiesta in white (1996 version). Id recommend going for something cheap but reliable for starters, save up your cash for a good car after a year / two of no claims. Scout around all the car dealers in the area, get valuations and haggle  . Also check autotrader.co.uk. Be aware of rust on older cars too. Whats your budget like? |
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Post by DentySCFC on Mar 18, 2008 21:02:09 GMT
orite stokeh , Definetly don't want to spend over £1000 but don't really want to buy sommat that will blow out on me as soon as I buy it. Checked AutoTrader.co.uk, nout on there atm. But, I'll keep looking  . Are you playing tomorrow? Have some exalt. |
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Post by Timmy on Mar 18, 2008 21:06:03 GMT
Yeah i'm playing tomorrow . Take your time when trying get a car anyway, one lesson i learned was don't rush into buying a car you like due to appearance there are hidden abnormalities such as rust . Oh yeah what time does the cup start? |
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Post by DentySCFC on Mar 18, 2008 21:11:55 GMT
Think the cup starts at 7 so be there probably at about 6:30ish.
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Post by Scanner on Mar 18, 2008 21:14:09 GMT
get yersen a plastic pig! It was good enough for Delboy and Rodders |
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Post by Timmy on Mar 18, 2008 21:25:12 GMT
Heres a good "runner" for you here:  |
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Post by DentySCFC on Mar 18, 2008 21:33:10 GMT
Why oh why do I bother I've got one of them somewhere actually ^^^^ |
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Post by KevinWhimper on Mar 18, 2008 21:41:57 GMT
You wont get a 206 or a clio until you at least double that price, it might be worth you buying a corsa, there are plenty cheap ones available with good mileage etc.
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Post by stokeylad on Mar 18, 2008 21:43:33 GMT
you wont get a 206 for £1000 unless there is osmeting wrong with it (cheapest i found was £1,450)
and with the clio you could get the older type model (box sort of shape)
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Post by frasier37 on Mar 18, 2008 21:59:28 GMT
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Post by Thank you from Moorlander1 on Mar 18, 2008 23:31:13 GMT
Start properly buy a NEW Ford Ka for under 5k,a smart and reliable little car.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 18, 2008 23:33:52 GMT
iv got an old corsa, may seem like a chav car but they're in a cheap insurance group which is ideal for new drivers n there a good little 1st car
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Post by mumf14 on Mar 18, 2008 23:40:43 GMT
Insurance premiums are the biggest factor...1.0 L are obviously the most attractive.
Secondly, buy what's reliable and cheap to repair.
Don't spend more than £1500 on your first car as you are more than likely to prang it.
Citroen Peugeot Nissan and Ford are all quite dependable.
Last but not least...NEVER buy from a garage...ALWAYS buy from an auction and take someone who knows a bit about cars.
I bought a 52 plate diesel Berlingo tonight for £1950 with 62,000 miles on the clock.
I could sell it tomorrow for £2950.
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Post by chrispk76 on Mar 19, 2008 0:30:03 GMT
seriously,
stay away from clios.
never owned one myself but that is down to the fact i've had a few family members and friends that have had endless problems with them.
central locking being one of the biggest pain in the arse.
hav eto agree that you can't go wrong with a corsa or fiesta.
i know they're boring but worry bout having a nice car when you have the first 2or3 years out the way.
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Post by trend....... on Mar 19, 2008 0:32:05 GMT
these lovely things will do the trick...  |
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Post by mumf14 on Mar 19, 2008 0:35:08 GMT
F.....IX
I......IT
A......AGAIN
T......TOMORROW.!!
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Post by chrispk76 on Mar 19, 2008 0:35:29 GMT
they sell well in spain but fuck me they are the paul merson of the car world ;D thats gota earn me karma |
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Post by samstoke on Mar 19, 2008 2:13:29 GMT
Denty, few questions for you mate:
1. How old are you?
2. Whats your total budget INCLUDING insurance?
3. Do you have a full time regular income or are you a student etc?
If you are under 21 and a student then I'd strongly advise getting a small engined car, certainly no higher than 1.4 petrol. Insurance in your first year is insane, usually £1,200 at the very least if you're under 21 and thats on a 1 litre car.
And the reason I bring income into it is because if you have a full time income you can choose to pay your insurance monthly which could mean you can afford to spend more of your budget on the car itself. If you're a student though you won't have a regular income so this wouldn't be a good idea, you're best just paying your insurance all in one go and get a cheaper car.
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Post by Thank you from Moorlander1 on Mar 19, 2008 8:59:37 GMT
Insurance premiums are the biggest factor...1.0 L are obviously the most attractive. Secondly, buy what's reliable and cheap to repair. Don't spend more than £1500 on your first car as you are more than likely to prang it. Citroen Peugeot Nissan and Ford are all quite dependable. Last but not least...NEVER buy from a garage...ALWAYS buy from an auction and take someone who knows a bit about cars. I bought a 52 plate diesel Berlingo tonight for £1950 with 62,000 miles on the clock. I could sell it tomorrow for £2950. It appears our friend MUMPS not only knows sweet FA about football it appears he knows as little about cars. |
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Post by SegaMegaDave on Mar 19, 2008 9:55:20 GMT
Get yourself an old mazda 323. I've got one it's my first car it cost me £500 and it just keeps going.
No point in spending big on cars (imo) if i had ten grand to spend i'd probably buy a fleet of bangers then tax and insure em with the change. ;D
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Post by Widget123 on Mar 19, 2008 10:15:22 GMT
i've been told in the past by several pretty infulencial people that toyotas are painless cars to run as first vehicles. (never break down, sensible componant costs, no need really to annually service just fix stuff as its found in the annual mot). take a look at one of the lower 1.0 - 1.4 vehicles and make sure you do a comparision online for the insurance otherwise you'll be paying over the odds. good luck mate.
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Post by seergreenpotter on Mar 19, 2008 12:17:54 GMT
You may be able to get yourself into a Nissan Micra or perhaps a high mileage Toyota Yaris - both solid and reliable
May not do much for your street cred but you'll get over it
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Post by troj on Mar 19, 2008 12:49:45 GMT
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. Are you playing tomorrow? Have some exalt.
