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Bangernomics car of the week/day part III
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Lads what would I need to look out for if considering purchasing a 1.6 Vvti corolla 2002/3/4?
http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/toyota-corolla-1-6/5172676
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Cathal Cloch wrote: »Lads what would I need to look out for if considering purchasing a 1.6 Vvti corolla 2002/3/4?
Probably a pacemaker because the car is so boring and you'd be so bored driving it that you'd need a pacemaker to bump your heart back into life after a few weeks...
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Not a whole lot to look out for in these as they are one of the most reliable cars out there. Just do all the usual checks really, Look for signs of accident damage, service history etc also make sure there is plenty of oil in the engine and that it's a golden colour.Cathal Cloch wrote: »Lads what would I need to look out for if considering purchasing a 1.6 Vvti corolla 2002/3/4?
http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/toyota-corolla-1-6/5172676
Chances are though it probably doesn't have a service history at that age but look for service stickers in the door jams, in the engine bay, and on the windscreen etc. Edit: I just noticed that that car is a uk import so a service history is a must really and a history check would be a good idea also.
Bear in mind also that the Nct is nearly up. Id be pushing the seller to get it nct'd as part of the deal as it's now within the three month time frame so there is no excuse for them not to have it done.0 -
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Ded_Zebra, where are you?
NCT till Christmas, 320
Also people, see this ad? I got suspicious at the one pic and blank plate....
The only picture
Oh look, it's now a 1.6!
But.... What else did I find while digging?
Real car is a 1.8 auto.
Sad bastard stealing pics. F*ck you, you c*nt of a scammer0 -
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Not even I would want a 1.4 vento but stick in a n/a Diesel I'll be all over it :pac:
I really will have to buy one at some point, Maybe I'll trade the Lancia for one.....0 -
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I knew that would wind you up :P I'm going to keep that car until I'm rich enough to drive it daily or it disolves back into the earth from where it came:o
I see the sig2big police got me
I think the Russian steel issue was long solved by then, albeit too late for Fiat's image....0 -
I think the Russian steel issue was long solved by then, albeit too late for Fiat's image....
The brown dust on the floor in my shed would tell you different:p:(
But realistically speaking it's not too bad at all. No worse than any other car of the same age that put up with the salty UK roads. Probably better than most because it was Waxoiled when it was new
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The brown dust on the floor in my shed would tell you different:p:(
But realistically speaking it's not too bad at all. No worse than any other car of the same age that put up with the salty UK roads. Probably better than most because it was Waxoiled when it was new
As long as it's not the body all's grand more than likely either doors or suspension components.... That reminds me, must waxoyl some of the cars here while I have the time....! 0 -
I'm half thinking of making a thread out of this but we'll see where it goes, I think it's an interesting topic, what is it that makes those Corolla's reliable anyway?
Well here's another car that you don't like
lots of test, belt done plus full service history, one owner. Sure it's not exciting but it'll get you where you need to go.
http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/toyota-avensis/5477664
As long as it's not the body all's grand more than likely either doors or suspension components.... That reminds me, must waxoyl some of the cars here while I have the time....!
Waxoil is super stuff alright although I have seen some posters saying that there is some other more modern rust protection that is much better. Might be worth looking into.0 -
Speaking of that shape Avensis, my dad lovingly tells me the story now and again ( happened about 12 years ago) of when a Garda Avensis in that shape shot by him past Navan Ford, only for him to get to the Silver Tankard and see the same Garda car stopped, bonnet up and smoke gushing from the bay..... :pac:
NCT till June, 16500 -
Well here's another car that you don't like
lots of test, belt done plus full service history, one owner. Sure it's not exciting but it'll get you where you need to go.
http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/toyota-avensis/5477664
Don't actually mind the petrol one's even though Dad's 2001 2.0 VVTi was sh1te and was an awful car tbh, but I just don't see why the Corollas are so great, they're hideously boring!
Don't get me wrong, I like Toyota's but only the Levin's and the more upper end ones, can't really say much for the mainstream stuff. You get me?Aye the last generation of the reliable Nissans. Primera included!
Can't see how you think the Almera was more reliable or could be run for less money than the Micra. Base Micra has nothing electric, no frills, nothing can break.
If I only had less than a grand to spend buying a car (which would keep its value), €170 for tax and the least possible on insurance, zero budget for maintenance, apart from the yearly €55 NCT and needed 40MPG, the only car I would consider is the Micra 1l
The car I'd have is a Fiat Seicento, does everything your Micra does but has character and, I'd gather is a much better drive.0 -
'04 Hyundai Trajet
Low miles, very long NCT and taxed for 3 months. Serviced and 4 good tyres. Asking €1,500
I tend to agree with people calling them "Hyundai Tragic" as they are a pretty spartan yoke. Driving it would be pretty depressing if you like your cars. I've 3 kids myself and never even considered buying an MPV. Rather put my genitals in a blender
But if you do need 7 seats and have little money, it would do the trick...My ads on adverts.ie:
Victron stuff for sale, Multiplus-II, Quattro, other inverters and batteries and usually some watches!
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The car I'd have is a Fiat Seicento, does everything your Micra does but has character and, I'd gather is a much better drive.
I love the Seicento! Great little car! If I were on above very tight budget and had a family member who could bail me out if things went wrong, I'd have it over a Micra in a heartbeat
Did I mention I've never driven a modern car that could do a zero point turn on a narrow road (as in a just do a 180 degrees turn) like a Seicento can My ads on adverts.ie:
Victron stuff for sale, Multiplus-II, Quattro, other inverters and batteries and usually some watches!
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Tragedy, Tramps Jet etc.... That's if it'd drive, known for gearbox issues! Bleuch.....
Mind you, don't know if this is any better!
NCT till Feb, 1250
2.4 Petril
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