BANGERNOMICS (sub2k) of the week/day Part 6

tommyombomb wrote: »

Only thing is the age and the insurance would be huge

2005? practically new!

jimmythedivil wrote: »

Might view this Saab 9-3...anyone know much about them?

https://www.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/2009-saab-93-diesel-nct-01-21/23420269

Been driving a 9-3x the last 18 months and love it. If Diesel is a must keep your eyes open for a twin turbo TTiD as opposed to the TiD, the TTiD is an animal!

Edit: Things to look for
check all electrics work, windows, door locks, heated seats etc. Outside door handles can stop working (easy enough fix). Wiring loom to the boot can cause issues, so check the boot lock, number plate lights etc.
Check footwell carpets for any signs of damp, drainage holes under the scuttle panel can get blocked (again easy fix, but if they have been blocked those carpets can hold a lot of water!

Engine wise, anecdotally i have heard of swirl flap issues, but I'm no mechanic.
Failed DPF re-gens can cause fuel in the oil, so be sure the dipstick is not above the full mark or has a strong whiff of diesel to it.
At that mileage, the DPF might be quite full too, if its even still there....

RINO87 wrote: »

Been driving a 9-3x the last 18 months and love it. If Diesel is a must keep your eyes open for a twin turbo TTiD as opposed to the TiD, the TTiD is an animal!

Edit: Things to look for
check all electrics work, windows, door locks, heated seats etc. Outside door handles can stop working (easy enough fix). Wiring loom to the boot can cause issues, so check the boot lock, number plate lights etc.
Check footwell carpets for any signs of damp, drainage holes under the scuttle panel can get blocked (again easy fix, but if they have been blocked those carpets can hold a lot of water!

Engine wise, anecdotally i have heard of swirl flap issues, but I'm no mechanic.
Failed DPF re-gens can cause fuel in the oil, so be sure the dipstick is not above the full mark or has a strong whiff of diesel to it.
At that mileage, the DPF might be quite full too, if its even still there....

I just looked at an 07 one, auto, with 150K miles, and he was willing to take a grand without much hassle. I've an 08 with similar miles lined up to look at tomorrow, and I'd bet I'd walk away with it for not much more than 1200.

An 09 with big miles for 2K is a bit strong.

That leather makes the cabin a nice place to sit.

This Merc B150 doesn't look too bad. Rear passenger door has a bit of damage.


https://www.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/2007-b-150-5dr-service-history/22907977

https://www.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/07-honda-accord-exec-nct-5-20-tax-4-20-f-s-h/23549519



Long term owner, alleged full history, nice spec, NCT till May 2020 and tax till April 2020, €1675

Bit pricey, but this looks very nice. Spec is good too, leather, sunroof, nav etc. Would be a nice buy at 1500

Hunky Monster wrote: »

That vel satis is a serious spot! I mean I wouldn’t drive it! I’d leave it in a shed for 20 years.

A shed in a shed.

Mad_Mike wrote: »

I owned one for 18 months or so, back in 2007-2008, and while I loved the car, it just wasn't practical and was too small and cramped for constant use. It was the same 2 litre engine as the one above, and while it wasn't particularly exciting to drive, it was enjoyable, but it ended up sitting outside the house not being used and so we sold it on.

Like most GTV owners, I've regretted it ever since, but then again, I have gone through most of them at this stage, 146, 147, 2x 156's, 166 and a GTV. They're certainly a car that will be getting very thin on the ground now, and starting to climb in values, and as a second "fun" car, would be a nice car to have!

Had a loan of one for a month about ten years ago .Have driven lots and didn’t rate this despite being an Italian fan .Very awkward driving position , neither foot comfortable ! Sound is glorious of course but nothing else particularly appealed to me .( Just ‘average coupe ‘ in every respect ...) Even the looks can provide mixed responses depending on angle / mood etc although it’s aging well .
While I’m here ,I’m running a diesel 2003 mini with 171k miles up over a year now .Engine going like a Swiss watch and NCTd to next August but needs oil and fuel filter changes , front tyres , €150 fan belt and tensioner job , maybe a battery , with front discs a few months down the road too .Anyway could spend €500 on it .And clutch is a €1k job in these and could be needed in next couple of years .I love the mpg and handling and it’s a far quieter and plush place to be on two hours daily commute than cheap petrol like Panda or Aygo .Can’t decide if I should pay the extra for a monthly fuel costs for a low miles 2006 petrol Cooper ( S would be lovely but fuel costs could ache hard !) ,keep running mine or get a new Suzuki 1.4 Swift ,Fiat 500 etc .I like small cars so now luxobarges .Would love to hear recommendations .( Had a 100hp Panda and hated it ...)

Duke O Smiley wrote: »

https://www.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/renault-vel-satis-89k-nct-05-20/22974076



1 previous owner, 89k miles, NCT till May 2020, €690

This is a cool old yoke for about 600 quid

Ha! I know that car. Owner is very mechanically minded. You can be sure that car was well looked after.

Yeah, I guess about a year or so. Was a pleasant surprise seeing you posting up that car within a minute of me dipping in here again

Mad_Mike wrote: »

Only spotted now that the Vel Satis is actually here in Mullingar!
Must keep my eyes peeled

T’would be rude not to go and make a cheeky offer if you’re in the locality!

I won't be starting any mad wars about what bangernomics cars are supposed to be, but for me that car is right up there. A good bit of NCT left, loads of comfort and luxury, a simple old skool setup with a petrol engine and no dodgy bits that go wrong like in modern diesels and the tax is not too crippling with it being just a 2l engine (€710 per year)

Anyone care to guess the red car in picture 4 of the vel satis add....