Best fun, practical, economical small car ?

[Stu]

Actually, I think I am 'gonna buy that.

[andys]

Which one Stu ?
Were you already looking, or is it a spur of the moment thing !

[mdb_75]

It's in Astor Grey too which was regarded as the nicest, most exclusive colour to have a '6' in over at 306gti6.com when I used to own a Diablo red one! They've come down in value too...

Oh and they are fun!

[Col]

Originally Posted by Richard Lowe

It's still a diesel though, the turbo diesel engines are fine for grunt - but the way they deliver it is 'orrible.

My Dad's got an Octavia with a 2L 140hp diesel which is fine for go, but it's no fun. You get what feels like nothing until the turbo kicks in, then a second or so of power then nothing again, maybe I've been spoilt by my NA V6

I don't think mileage is that much of an issue on modern cars so long as they've been well looked after (within reason obviously).

Anyway if you stopped buying random 8th kits and engines you'd be able to afford to fuel/tax an R32

You're driving the wrong diesels, Rich!
Take mine for a spin if you're at York this sat...



edit: Gti-6's are awesome value for money at £1400. Only better 306 is a rallye and they're less spec for more money... buy it now and never regret it!

[SlowOne]

Originally Posted by Richard Lowe

Fun to drive + Diesel = Mutually exclusive

Try a 306 D Turbo and change your mind!

I am with the others on here who recommend the 306. Almost anything on that chassis is a hoot to drive, with proper steering feel and a great ride. Since there is no gain without pain, and as they are French, the electrics seem to have a Gallic shrug about them when it comes to working reliably! If you are looking at one, check twice that all the electrics work as they should.

On the plus side, the engines are good for 200k if the oil is changed regularly, and the parts are readily available as they are usually common to both Citroen and Peugeot. If I were to buy a classic, a 306 GTi-6 would be top of my list. HTH

[daz]

Originally Posted by Col

You're driving the wrong diesels, Rich!
Take mine for a spin if you're at York this sat...
I dont think Rich would get very excited driving a astra van



edit: Gti-6's are awesome value for money at £1400. Only better 306 is a rallye and they're less spec for more money... buy it now and never regret it!

Should change that to 'Buy it now, always regret it'

[Hog]

Fabia VRS - mine's a 54 plate with 105K on the clock. Still feels solid, and pulls like a steam train thanks to 130bhp as standard and a six speed box.

Not to mention 60mpg on the motorway