Looking for car options

Markpounder · Jul 11th, 2022, 12:39

Hi ,
New member, looking for a replacement car for my commute, 70 mile each way mix of roads.

Looking for comfort budget upto 4000, thinking of S40,60,80 might suit. Any advice welcome

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Ulrikas PA · Jul 11th, 2022, 16:57

Fabia diesel if on a budget.

Moomoo · Jul 11th, 2022, 17:19

V70 1.6 d Drive .Had one for 6 years, no trouble until I retired, mileage dropped , then it gave the problems that come with low use diesels.
Don’t listen to dissenters , they are good , 60 mpg, properly maintained.

I’ll wait for the avalanche!

The Thong · Jul 13th, 2022, 19:28

S40/V50 pre-DPF models. The 1.6d is supposed to be 60mpg motor and the 2ltr engines are still bringing back favourable economy. I had an 06 2ltr V50 diesel and low to mid 50’s were obtainable on a run no problem

TT

Tannaton · Jul 14th, 2022, 08:34

If you can find one, a pre-2006 MY S60 D5 with sub 150k miles would be a good option, 50+ MPG in sublime comfort and simple pre-DPF engine which is ultra reliable. You'd have plenty left over for some fettling and repairs, try and find a low number of owners car with good history.

Jul 11th, 2022, 12:39	#1
Markpounder New Member Last Online: Jul 11th, 2022 13:44 Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: Spalding	Looking for car options Hi , New member, looking for a replacement car for my commute, 70 mile each way mix of roads. Looking for comfort budget upto 4000, thinking of S40,60,80 might suit. Any advice welcome Edit title spelling Last edited by Markpounder; Jul 11th, 2022 at 13:35.

Jul 11th, 2022, 17:19	#3
Moomoo VOC Member Last Online: Today 09:23 Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Ashbourne	V70 1.6 d Drive .Had one for 6 years, no trouble until I retired, mileage dropped , then it gave the problems that come with low use diesels. Don’t listen to dissenters , they are good , 60 mpg, properly maintained. I’ll wait for the avalanche! __________________ It’s pointless having a battle of wits with unarmed people!

Jul 13th, 2022, 19:28	#4
The Thong VOC Member Last Online: Today 06:37 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: The Independent Republic of Leamington Spa	S40/V50 pre-DPF models. The 1.6d is supposed to be 60mpg motor and the 2ltr engines are still bringing back favourable economy. I had an 06 2ltr V50 diesel and low to mid 50’s were obtainable on a run no problem TT __________________ Never underestimate the power of stupid. It’ can’t be reasoned or negotiated with and you’ll never never beat it…. Cut your losses, smile and walk away Currently Volvoless but Thong will be back

Jul 14th, 2022, 08:34	#5
Tannaton Bungling Amateur Last Online: Yesterday 21:09 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Beverley, East Yorks	If you can find one, a pre-2006 MY S60 D5 with sub 150k miles would be a good option, 50+ MPG in sublime comfort and simple pre-DPF engine which is ultra reliable. You'd have plenty left over for some fettling and repairs, try and find a low number of owners car with good history. __________________ 2011 XC90 D5 Executive 2003 C70 T5 GT 2012 Ford Ranger XL SC 1977 Triumph Spitfire 1500 1976 Massey Ferguson 135

Jul 11th, 2022, 16:57	#2
Ulrikas PA Master Member Last Online: Jan 7th, 2024 21:44 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Ex-owner: V60 D6 Polestar	Fabia diesel if on a budget.

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