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€35,000 to spend on what?

  • 06-07-2007 1:14pm
    #1
    Closed Accounts Posts: 177 ✭✭


    Hey folks,

    Really quick one for you, currently drive a 1.9TDi Golf Diesel DSG and want to change. Not sure what to get other than it should be an automatic diesel. Ideas anyone?


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  • Closed Accounts Posts: 177 ✭✭Wing Walker


    Hey folks,

    Really quick one for you, currently drive a 1.9TDi Golf Diesel DSG and want to change. Not sure what to get other than it should be an automatic diesel. Ideas anyone?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,815 ✭✭✭✭Anan1


    Start by driving them all, see what you like. When you've done that, then start looking at the relative merits of your particular favourites.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 34,809 ✭✭✭✭smash




  • Closed Accounts Posts: 4 VWGolf1.8


    hi,
    i am looking at buying a second hand car for about 30k.
    how much should i expect to get off the asking price, if i am
    a)willing to pay cash
    b)no trade-in
    etc.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,815 ✭✭✭✭Anan1


    steve06 wrote:
    Touaregs are useless enough at the best of times, that one's a commercial.


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  • Closed Accounts Posts: 432 ✭✭Linford


    X5


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,815 ✭✭✭✭Anan1


    VWGolf1.8 wrote:
    hi,
    i am looking at buying a second hand car for about 30k.
    how much should i expect to get off the asking price, if i am

    a)willing to pay cash.
    Makes absolutely no difference. In fact, i'm not sure that the law permits the garage to take €30k in cash in payment. Also, be aware that the tern 'cash deal' has nothing to do with actual cash, it simply means buying a car without a trade-in.
    VWGolf1.8 wrote:
    b)no trade-in
    etc.
    Depends on the car, how well it is priced, and how keen the garage is to shift it quickly.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,815 ✭✭✭✭Anan1


    Linford wrote:
    X5
    May be easier just to paint 'I'm an insecure tosser' on the side of the Golf.;) Seriously though, the OP is driving a Golf. I'd imagine he's looking for a car, not an SUV.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,110 ✭✭✭Donie75


    I bought a Passat Highline 2.0 Tdi 140BHP with the Monte Carlo Sports pack and I'm very happy with it. You could look at a similar car with a DSG gearbox but you'll have to come down to a 06 or else pay a bit extra.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 432 ✭✭Linford


    Anan1 wrote:
    May be easier just to paint 'I'm an insecure tosser' on the side of the Golf.;) Seriously though, the OP is driving a Golf. I'd imagine he's looking for a car, not an SUV.

    lol... X5 is a good SUV and if the OP has €35k to spend he could do worse.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,475 ✭✭✭✭Blazer


    Buy in NI or the UK and pay the VRT if you're thinking 2nd hand.
    Think of the car that you would get for 35k.
    If not how about the Audi A4 or are they gone up in price as well?
    Superb car and extremely comfortable..as for BMWs every scumbag seems to have one these days.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 906 ✭✭✭FuzzyWuzzyWazza


    Linford wrote:
    lol... X5 is a good SUV and if the OP has €35k to spend he could do worse.
    No it's not!!! it's a good looking soccer mom car, but is most not a good SUV. They don't even come equipped with off-road tyres!!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,509 ✭✭✭Gerry


    you could do worse alright, you could set fire to the 35k instead. Heres a 330D:
    http://www.carzone.ie/usedcars/index.cfm?fuseaction=car&carID=368524

    I know thats 8k under budget, you could use that money to upgrade the number plate to 04.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 741 ✭✭✭michaelanthony


    That's a lot of money. What about an audi allroad?

    http://www.carzone.ie/usedcars/index.cfm?fuseaction=car&carID=580665


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,704 ✭✭✭✭Cyrus


    Hey folks,

    Really quick one for you, currently drive a 1.9TDi Golf Diesel DSG and want to change. Not sure what to get other than it should be an automatic diesel. Ideas anyone?

    what are your requirements?

    id go with the bmw 330/530d personally

    anyone know if the alfa gt comes with an auto


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,863 ✭✭✭RobAMerc


    You'd get a 330cd for that I would imagine.
    Also get a C220 Cdi kitted out a bit - not as good as the beemer but a nice motor. - plus folk looking for Mercs normally like autos - not so sure about the auto beemer.

    Maybe a new A3 ?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,815 ✭✭✭✭Anan1


    That's a lot of money. What about an audi allroad?

    http://www.carzone.ie/usedcars/index.cfm?fuseaction=car&carID=580665
    It's far more expensive than an A6, and worse at everything except crossing fields.


  • Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 15,822 Mod ✭✭✭✭Tabnabs




  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,815 ✭✭✭✭Anan1


    Dyflin wrote:
    That looks like a nice car. Bit dear, but then again I can see how the owner would think it's worth it.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 741 ✭✭✭michaelanthony


    There are a lot of relatively new diesel passat 4motions going for 6-7,000 pounds on the autotrader.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 66,402 ✭✭✭✭unkel


    Threads merged...

    Lotus Elan turbo for sale:

    https://www.adverts.ie/vehicles/lotus-elan-turbo/35456469

    My ads on adverts.ie:

    https://www.adverts.ie/member/5856/ads



  • Moderators, Business & Finance Moderators Posts: 17,895 Mod ✭✭✭✭Henry Ford III


    Dyflin wrote:

    Very foggy in that pic! :mad:

    What about 2 Octavias? ;) Huge boots.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 73,545 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    2 Octavia TDI's may be just the thing, 200bhp, 4 wheel drive (combined..)


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 702 ✭✭✭rowanh


    I seriously doubt there is a better car for 35K for sale in Ireland at the moment (imo)

    http://www.carzone.ie/usedcars/index.cfm?fuseaction=car&carID=506763



    edit:who wants a diesel automatic


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,815 ✭✭✭✭Anan1


    VWGolf1.8 wrote:
    I seriously doubt there is a better car for 35K for sale in Ireland at the moment (imo)

    http://www.carzone.ie/usedcars/index.cfm?fuseaction=car&carID=506763
    For you? For you? For the OP? For everyone?


    VWGolf1.8 wrote:
    edit:who wants a diesel automatic
    The OP.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,009 ✭✭✭PeteK*


    Cyrus wrote:
    what are your requirements?

    id go with the bmw 330/530d personally

    anyone know if the alfa gt comes with an auto
    Why a 530 and not a 520? When they're cheaper...


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 209 ✭✭MAYPOP


    Balls to all this diesel auto talk, get a 350Z and live a little!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,704 ✭✭✭✭Cyrus


    Chatmaster wrote:
    Why a 530 and not a 520? When they're cheaper...

    think about that and get back to me


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,009 ✭✭✭PeteK*


    Cyrus wrote:
    think about that and get back to me

    Lol I actually have no idea. I was thinking of getting a 520D .... not think that there is a difference in the 530D etc except for the price and a few specifications... :confused:


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,704 ✭✭✭✭Cyrus


    well if you are into cars and want a fast car the 530 is much faster than the 520, its also a 6cyl engine vs 4cyl, therefore it sounds better (for a diesel)


  • Moderators, Business & Finance Moderators Posts: 17,895 Mod ✭✭✭✭Henry Ford III


    530d has a lovely engine.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,009 ✭✭✭PeteK*


    Oooh, I see.
    But to be fair I was after the looks and not power.. the 520 would be fast enough anyway.

    What is the MPG for them? And the 530? In Petrol ...


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 177 ✭✭Wing Walker


    Hey folks,

    thanks for all the replies.

    In truth, I just want something that has a bit of grunt and a bit more space than the Golf. Don't get me wrong, it's a good car and the combined DSG/diesel engine is a real winner.

    A 2nd hand 520d or 330cd would be nice but the next car I want will have to be new as I'll be keeping it for about 5 years. I've had a look at the new C Class and, although it's a nice looking car, there's really no big increase in size (internally) over the Golf and it's €50,000 for a auto/diesel. Hence why I'm looking at the Passat. It's got plenty of room and the 2.0 diesel seems to be a fantastic engine.

    Can anyone explain the Monte Carlo pack for the Passat?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,560 ✭✭✭optiplexgx270




  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,730 ✭✭✭✭R.O.R


    Can anyone explain the Monte Carlo pack for the Passat?

    Monte Carlo Alloy Wheels, Front Fog Lights, Lowered Sports Chassis and privacy glass (rear) from what I remember (did one last month for a driver).

    I have driver the Passat 2.0Tdi DSG and that is pretty good - doesn't come close to a 530d Auto with the new fully electric auto gearbox ;)


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,934 ✭✭✭egan007


    35,000 would buy you some creativity classes :)


  • Moderators, Business & Finance Moderators Posts: 17,895 Mod ✭✭✭✭Henry Ford III



    Imported. You know what to do ;)


  • Moderators, Business & Finance Moderators Posts: 17,895 Mod ✭✭✭✭Henry Ford III


    Mondeo 2.0 TDCI. Way superior to a Passat.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,730 ✭✭✭✭R.O.R


    Mondeo 2.0 TDCI. Way superior to a Passat.

    Fords Auto box is superior to the DSG in the Passat is it?


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 429 ✭✭gbh


    Does it have to be new?

    If so a Ford Focus ST...(not a diesel).

    If not maybe this:

    http://www.carzone.ie/usedcars/index.cfm?fuseaction=car&carID=699673


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,273 ✭✭✭racso1975




  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,095 ✭✭✭zing



    If VRT isn't included in that price then that car is so not worth it. You'd bring an '04 in from England including VRT for that kind of money.


  • Moderators, Business & Finance Moderators Posts: 17,895 Mod ✭✭✭✭Henry Ford III


    R.O.R wrote:
    Fords Auto box is superior to the DSG in the Passat is it?

    Actually is probably isn't. Every other part of the car is however ;)


  • Moderators, Business & Finance Moderators Posts: 17,895 Mod ✭✭✭✭Henry Ford III


    zing wrote:
    If VRT isn't included in that price then that car is so not worth it. You'd bring an '04 in from England including VRT for that kind of money.

    Ad. says "Summary: CAN BE VIEWED IN LOUTH PRICE INCLUDES VRT PAID" :D


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,095 ✭✭✭zing


    Ad. says "Summary: CAN BE VIEWED IN LOUTH PRICE INCLUDES VRT PAID" :D

    Didn't see the mention of VRT. Still a bit steep for an '03 import imo but I guess you're paying a premium for someone else doing the donkey work for you.


  • Moderators, Business & Finance Moderators Posts: 17,895 Mod ✭✭✭✭Henry Ford III


    Yes indeed. I'd always verify mileage on any import too. HPI jobbie.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,704 ✭✭✭✭Cyrus




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