help me pick another car thread.

Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime

don't want to clog up the other thread with this so here we go.

the main requirement is automatic and seen its very hard to go diesel with one I can give diesel a miss. devil fuel and all that

and so with that I'm thinking of something like this 2001 Honda CR-V
Hi, I thought you might be interested in this advert http://www.carzone.ie/search/Honda/CR-V/2.0-AUTO/5413316554686920/advert?channel=CARS

I don't really mind fuel consumption and the 4wd I would prefer as it would be more handy if things ever got bad etc. (not saying it will but would be nice to have)

and a jeep Id be happy with.

so any thoughts on the above car ? what to look out for etc. ? timing chain ?

and other recommendations welcome.

thank ya'll

TestTransmission

Why are you so set on a automatic?

Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime

TestTransmission wrote: »

Why are you so set on a automatic?

medical stuff.........

honestly I do love the 6 speed gear box on the civic. it's really great having it for what I do and everything but it's getting too much for knees

MuppetCheck

GS300 is what you need, and the prices are dropping rapidly.

Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime

MuppetCheck wrote: »

GS300 is what you need, and the prices are dropping rapidly.

cracking car.

but only 3 liter petrol ?

3 liter petrol is massive man. still a great car all the same

MugMugs

MuppetCheck wrote: »

GS300 is what you need, and the prices are dropping rapidly.

+1

Considered the Q7?

MuppetCheck

Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime wrote: »

cracking car.

but only 3 liter petrol ?

3 liter petrol is massive man. still a great car all the same

But when you buy them so cheaply it takes the pain off slightly.

Supergurrier

GS300 does perfectly fit the bill tbh, cracking car too

Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime

I do agree it fits the bill and is a cracking car definitely

but 3L petrol is too big for both tax and insurance. if I was a few years older I would get something like that definitely !

MugMugs

http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/damagedcars/4141344

dgt

NCT till October, 6500

A bit over budget I'm guessing but automatic, looks clean and probably in Blanchardstown

Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime

MugMugs wrote: »

http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/damagedcars/4141344

luxurious car no doubt !

I do like that merc but a tad too much over budget there.... I was thinking the cheaper the better but like 3.5K max I suppose

nobody likes the crv then ? any faults or are they solid enough

Gary ITR

The CRV has the usual.Honda reliability but they are ugly as ****

166man

Gary ITR wrote: »

The CRV has the usual.Honda reliability but they are ugly as ****

And it would feckin' drain petrol as well. Tenner bets Robbie is back on here with a ''my car eats petrol thread''...:D

Seriously an automatic CRV petrol will me mid 20's mpg, and that's going to hurt.

Chuck Stone

Skoda Octavia
2004
68,000 Miles
Automatic
Petrol 1.6
2 years nct
timing belt done at 33000
four brand new tyres
fully serviced

€2450

http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/4096862

Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime

I like reliability and I like the looks of the crv

and they are vtec so I expect a lot of petrol to be used no problem..... really considering it.

I like and I don't like the Octavia at the same time.

I like it because it's a great car all round.

I dont like it because it's way too common car. you literally can't walk to far out the door without seeing it on the road etc.

I know I'm worse than a woman choosing a dress !

MetzgerMeister

What about a Chrysler 300C?

Ronnie Beck

A saab 9-5 or a honda accord would be more interesting than an octavia maybe.

166man

Actually a Volvo S60 would be perfect for you Robbie...

Alanstrainor

OP, what are your requirements exactly?

You've gone from big e classes, to the CRV, to having an interest in the GS300.

Just seems like a wide selection of cars you're considering.

Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime

Alanstrainor wrote: »

OP, what are your requirements exactly?

You've gone from big e classes, to the CRV, to having an interest in the GS300.

Just seems like a wide selection of cars you're considering.

am considering all the above cars.

my requirements are easy.

nice car, automatic, less than 2.5 for both tax and insurance and a slightly more unusual car e.g. not an avensis or Octavia.

other options that I would like but are not necessary at all are 4x4, leather interior etc. basically any possible extra you can get for the cash and car. 4x4 being a big plus for if I ever found myself in a field or a load of snow.

can be a saloon, estate or SUV but definitely not hatchback or coupe two door crap.

budget less than 3.5 max

MetzgerMeister

Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime wrote: »

4x4 being a big plus for if I ever found myself in a field

Do you get many pizza orders from cows??

Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime

MetzgerMeister wrote: »

Do you get many pizza orders from cows??

we do..... but they live in houses.

Alanstrainor

Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime wrote: »

4x4 being a big plus for if I ever found myself in a field or a load of snow.

Lets be honest though...that's just not going to happen any time soon.

If you want a taste of luxury in a large petrol then the world is your oyster.

Saab comes to mind for me too, and obviously me being a BMW fanboi 3 series 325 or 320 whether saloon or coupe should come under budget.

Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime

Alanstrainor wrote: »

Lets be honest though...that's just not going to happen any time soon.

If you want a taste of luxury in a large petrol then the world is your oyster.

Saab comes to mind for me too, and obviously me being a BMW fanboi 3 series 325 or 320 whether saloon or coupe should come under budget.

I do agree... but always handy of needs be


and agree again.there is loads to choose from.
.
hence it's great to buy now.... just a case of finding the one....

Gary ITR

Nissan Stagea of you can find one

h3000

Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime wrote: »

am considering all the above cars.

my requirements are easy.

nice car, automatic, less than 2.5 for both tax and insurance and a slightly more unusual car e.g. not an avensis or Octavia.

other options that I would like but are not necessary at all are 4x4, leather interior etc. basically any possible extra you can get for the cash and car. 4x4 being a big plus for if I ever found myself in a field or a load of snow.

can be a saloon, estate or SUV but definitely not hatchback or coupe two door crap.

budget less than 3.5 max

How about a Subaru Legacy

http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/3897564

Nice ✔
Auto ✔
AWD ✔
Different ✔
Leather ✔

166man

http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/3865662

Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime

h3000 wrote: »

How about a Subaru Legacy

http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/3897564

Nice ✔
Auto ✔
AWD ✔
Different ✔
Leather ✔

Love it. 100% ticks all the boxes, absolutely perfect. bravo sir, thank you.




insurance .... "Sorry, we are unable to quote you" :(:(
mother fu..........

thats perfect like. perfect for what i want and its such a rare car too, and man its soo good.

i think i'll give a broker a call in the morning and try get a quote on that !

Volvo also like very much , will check.

MuppetCheck

Ok, no leather but it is cheaper to tax and is taxed until March. Bit of a spit and a polish could see it looking well.

http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/4136699

You did say 4x4 afterall...

Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime

MuppetCheck wrote: »

Ok, no leather but it is cheaper to tax and is taxed until March. Bit of a spit and a polish could see it looking well.

http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/4136699

You did say 4x4 afterall...

I like it. lol


funny that I can get a quick quote on that. very good so far

definitely considering these things !

h3000

Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime wrote: »

Love it. 100% ticks all the boxes, absolutely perfect. bravo sir, thank you.




insurance .... "Sorry, we are unable to quote you" :(:(
mother fu..........

thats perfect like. perfect for what i want and its such a rare car too, and man its soo good.

i think i'll give a broker a call in the morning and try get a quote on that !

Volvo also like very much , will check.

I had a loan of a Legacy 3.0R SPEC B for a few days about two years back. It's one of the nicest cars I've ever driven.

For the insurance give Brittons Insurance a call, I thinking of purchasing a WRX myself and the have been the best quote so far.

Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime

h3000 wrote: »

I had a loan of a Legacy 3.0R SPEC B for a few days about two years back. It's one of the nicest cars I've ever driven.

For the insurance give Brittons Insurance a call, I thinking of purchasing a WRX myself and the have been the best quote so far.

I'm insured with the Brit guys already second year running now. no problems. great prices.

I might ask when they are not looking after the rental

Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime

just a quick question lads.

what's companies do multicar policies or will mirror no claims bonus ?

basically the best way to having to cars insurance wise

cheers lads