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  • Mazda 6

    12 44.44%

  • Ford Mondeo

    4 14.81%

  • Holden Vectra

    1 3.70%

  • Toyota Camry

    2 7.41%

  • Saab 9-5

    2 7.41%

  • Volvo S60/S70 (or similar eg S80)

    3 11.11%

  • Nissan Primera

    0 0%

  • Other

    3 11.11%
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  1. 02-20-2009, 04:41 PM #1
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    new car for mum

    So the Toyota is approaching 300,000km and a replacement finally seems to be on the way!

    requirements are:
    at the very oldest 2002
    around $10-12000NZ (5100-6100 US or 4000-4700 euro)
    Under 3.0l (under 2.5l would be best)
    reliable
    sedan/wagon

    Quite a few options open really, Toyota Camry, Ford Mondeo, Mazda 6, Nissan Primera, Holden Vectra can be found for around 10-12000 for a 2005-2006 example. mums also keen on the Saabs and Volvo's which can be had for that price if you go to 2003 or so.

    so any input would be appreciated thanks!
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  2. 02-20-2009, 04:49 PM #2
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    go for the Volvo, no matter which (apart from the S80), definitely a family car.
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  3. 02-20-2009, 04:51 PM #3
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    Of the ones you mention I like the 9-5, especially the pre-facelift one. It's different and the Aero has to be a blast (altough I doubt you can find one for under 5000€).
    Lack of charisma can be fatal.
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  4. 02-20-2009, 04:58 PM #4
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    The one that seems to be most common for that price is the 2.0l linear low pressure turbo model. which I'm sure wouldn't be too bad on the performance stakes. An aero would be a real find but I wouldn't hold my breath!
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  5. 02-20-2009, 05:03 PM #5
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    Even if it's not the Aero go for it. It's the more individual of the bunch, gives you turbocharged acceleration but still is reasonably sensible and reliable.
    Lack of charisma can be fatal.
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  6. 02-20-2009, 05:06 PM #6
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    Lotus Capri?
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    Quote Originally Posted by NicFromLA View Post
    Lotus Capri?
    Lotus Cortina. Sorry about the confusion.
    "The Metric System is the tool of the Devil! My car gets 40 Rods to the Hogshead and that's the ways I likes it!" -Grandpa Simpson
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    Bugatti Veyron?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Soloracer View Post
    Bugatti Veyron?
    Family car you can take shopping. Seriously dude, keep up.

    That's why the Lotus works.
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    Quote Originally Posted by NicFromLA View Post
    Family car you can take shopping. Seriously dude, keep up.

    That's why the Lotus works.
    My fault
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    What are Alfa 156's like in the reliability stakes?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Spastik_Roach View Post
    What are Alfa 156's like in the reliability stakes?
    210.000 km, only the clutch replaced at 190.000 km. the 1,9 diesel.
    an excellent car, no doubts.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Spastik_Roach View Post
    What are Alfa 156's like in the reliability stakes?
    I was going to suggest you that, but would mum be happy with an italian car that rusts and breaks down?
    Lack of charisma can be fatal.
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    Ever think about Hondas?
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  15. 02-20-2009, 06:57 PM #15
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    The 2005ish Accords are more expensive than the others mentioned, and if we were looking at earlier model ones well I think a Saab or Volvo would be a better option.

    Found a 2001 BMW 728i in the price range too...another thing to consider!
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