performance petrol

Kevin!

Hi,

I've managed to sell my diesel, so now I'm looking at a performance petrol. Insurance isn't an issue as I'm on a trade policy its just trying to pick a car,

I'd prefer for the engine size to be sub 2L as the tax is a joke in this country, STs are nice I just can't justify the premium on tax - I've been looking at an opc astra as they seem to be a lot of car for the money despite the torque steer (I'm not a rally driver) - any other suggestions in this kind of bracket? Sub 8k and reasonable tax,

Cheers

colm_mcm

How small a car would you go?

Atlantic Dawn

The difference between the 2 litre and 2.5 litre is €370 a year, that's just a shade over a €1 a day, if you find an ST in good condition you shouldn't rule it out, they usually go alot cheaper than a similar aged GTI.

smcgiff

You're probably looking at a pre motor tax change turbo.

http://www.cbg.ie/Audi_TTS_1.8_2005_Galway

or the like.

bazz26

Audi S3, 1.8 litre 225bhp from the factory.

markoire

Honda S2000 or integra dc5?

Kevin!

colm_mcm wrote: »

How small a car would you go?

I like hatchbacks and 2 seaters so size isn't really an issue, only thing is I'm 6ft 2 so roof needs to be reasonable

Atlantic Dawn wrote: »

The difference between the 2 litre and 2.5 litre is €370 a year, that's just a shade over a €1 a day, if you find an ST in good condition you shouldn't rule it out, they usually go alot cheaper than a similar aged GTI.

I know, but I've already stretched to 720 a year and that's where I'd like it to stay if I'm honest for something like tax that provides no return or benefit apart from being road legal

smcgiff wrote: »

You're probably looking at a pre motor tax change turbo.

http://www.cbg.ie/Audi_TTS_1.8_2005_Galway

or the like.

Bang on with criteria, but not mad on the tt s

bazz26 wrote: »

Audi S3, 1.8 litre 225bhp from the factory.

Not mad about A3s, car specs seem very attractive though

markoire wrote: »

Honda S2000 or integra dc5?

I have considered an S2000 before, it's definitely a contender alright - dc5 is a little bit too racer looking for my cup of tea,

Thanks for the suggestions everyone, any other ideas

pablo128

Going from a diesel to a performance petrol, I would be more concerned with the fuel bills rather than tax bills TBH. But I'd still like to be in your position!:D

I'm definitely not into french cars but RenaultSport models offer a lot of bang per buck. Good luck with whatever you buy.

Kevin!

pablo128 wrote: »

Going from a diesel to a performance petrol, I would be more concerned with the fuel bills rather than tax bills TBH. But I'd still like to be in your position!:D

I'm definitely not into french cars but RenaultSport models offer a lot of bang per buck. Good luck with whatever you buy.

It's more of a hang up about spending extortionate money on a piece of paper with the tax I suppose! At least with fuel you get to enjoy the benefits of it
Also I don't do a lot of driving mainly to luas stop and back every day so won't be reeking the full benefits of the diesel premium

Renaultsport clios are very nice, but I don't see too many of the newer ones in the republic - not mad about the megane RS though think the back looks a bit funny

Cheers

Ferris

I was in a similar fortunate situation a few years back and bought an RX8. If you can stomach 17-20mpg they're a great car.

Idbatterim

merc and audi sub 8k will have turbo and superchargers, so that will make up for the smaller cc...

Dartz

Ferris wrote: »

I was in a similar fortunate situation a few years back and bought an RX8. If you can stomach 17-20mpg they're a great car.

Seconding the RX. Take the time to find a good one and look after it, it's a great car. And a unique driving experience that's only getting rarer.

For your budget, you could find a good one, and pay for a fresh engine to boot.

Moneymaker

Clio 197? Megane 225?

Audi S3 is a good shout.

fletch

http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/seat-leon-cupra/7404028
http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/seat-leon-for-sale/7437656