7 Seater for 8k

dinorebel

What's my best option? anything that doesn't look like a transit would be a bonus as would 4wd(live at the top of a hill in Donegal) Will consider any make as(unfortunately) am more interested in practicality than aesthetics.

ltdslipdiff

Kia Carens jumps to mind. Diesel, reliable and loads of goodies. should get a 2006/7 for that money.

author

The seat alhambra 1.9tdi are a great driving 7 seater and dont look to bad!iv had the 04 model now for 4 years nd never gave me any trouble.the 130bhp has alot more power,most models re 90/115bhp.

colm_mcm

How much you spending?

MugMugs

colm_mcm wrote: »

How much you spending?

8k

colm_mcm

Oops
must learn to read



The 4wd thing would really limit choice.

K.Flyer

dinorebel wrote: »

What's my best option? anything that doesn't look like a transit would be a bonus as would 4wd(live at the top of a hill in Donegal) Will consider any make as(unfortunately) am more interested in practicality than aesthetics.

Might be worth considering,
http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/3762026

pete4130

They are quite rare here but the Mitsubish Delica can be got for good money. There aren't that many going.
They come in 7 or 8 seater configuration. The 8 seaters are fantastic with the seating arrangements. the rear row fold up sideways to make a spacious 5 seater with massive boot. Even with the 8 seats its got a good boot.
The front row can be turned to face backwards too pushed backwards against the front seats. really versatile. It's basically a Pajero Chassis with a Van type body. It's a bit van like but really comfortable and spacious.
They are usually all 2.8 diesel Auto's (some 2.5 diesel Autos but not as good) and will be Jap imports.
They get about 24mpg, tax will be slightly higher than some other models but it really is a go anywhere, do anything vehicle.

I almost got one over here in Aus where they are a lot more common and very popular.

bazz26

The Delica is a good suggestion but the only thing is that it is based on the L300 panel van, might not be that good to drive.

Chriscl1

the previa can come in awd, might be an option. not sure if these are 4wd but someone told me they are very spacious, plenty of change too http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/3667358

previa, its old but very cheap http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/3663823

colm_mcm

I'd have a previa over a delica every time.