i wanted a 205 GTI but my mate said a lot of things go wrong with em (they are 20 years old). what can i get instead? its gotta be under a grand.
2006-09-13 02:08:17 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
I'm sorry to hear that Mr wolf, i sincerely hope i also didn't put you off. I cant imagine your going to get a really good car for that price. If your still after the 205 gti buzz i would go for the 106 xsi they are about the same money. circa "92" on. for reliability and performance,a Honda civic esi v-tech is worth a look. Keep away from turbo cars for that money, they will cost you 3 times that to repair. also if you view a vaux or ford watch for rust this will certainly cost a lot at mot time. Good luck with your search for your ideal car. : )
2006-09-13 08:36:46 · answer #1 · answered by craigs @ peugeot 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a 205 GTi as my second car and it never had any problems. It was much better than my 306 and I regret selling it.
Golf's are supposed to be very reliable. And my boyfriend's Honda Prelude was fast and reliable but the insurance can be costly.
I just bought a Renault Megane Coupe which is good fun, it was just over £4000 but you might be able to pick up an older on for cheaper.
If you're buying an older car, get it checked out by a professional, they should be able to give you some advice on what might cost you in the future.
2006-09-13 02:25:03 · answer #2 · answered by Emily 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're really lucky you might find a half decent motor for under a grand.. my advice would be to scrimp those savings up another £500 and a much improved world of used cars will be available to you: VW's,Audis, Saabs etc.. go on you know it makes senses - put the extra £500 on a 0% credit card and start looking at cars for £1750 with a view to offering 1500 'ish
2006-09-13 04:28:29 · answer #3 · answered by norbert clitfinger 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I was after another car I went on the internet and did a bit of research into used cars. Can't remember the site but the best used cars you can buy are: Volvo S60, BMW and Audi.
I went for an Audi W reg and it is the best car I have ever owned!
The site might have been part of Top Gear. Try that, it tells you everything you need to know!
2006-09-13 02:24:16 · answer #4 · answered by sarah k 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A lot of things can go wrong, with a lot of used cars.
It is hard to buy a used car,it seems you are buying someone else`s problems.I was afraid to get mine,BUT has been the best car I ever owned.Its a 93 Mits. eclipse. I still love it.A few people have asked when I am getting a new one,I ask why as long as it runs..I will stick with it.Why do I want car payments if I don't absolutely need them? Good Luck..(did get the type I liked..sporty)
2006-09-13 02:20:03 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dont buy an old ford what ever you do!!!!
peugeot arre very good as they have galvanised bodys which makes it not be able to rust!! the diesel engine is very very reliable even the old engines and there not bad cars atall for the money your going 2 pay get a 106 gti if you can for that money or a 406 there excellant cars!!!
2006-09-13 08:47:46 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
U can buy a car for under a grand? I wont trust a second hand car for under a grand, i would wait and try safe more money. Then I'll go for a Volkswagen.
2006-09-13 02:24:37 · answer #7 · answered by colarstar77 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
golf gti must better than a pug mark 2 or a cheap mark 3 if possible
2006-09-13 02:20:24 · answer #8 · answered by Kim 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
TRUST ME!NOT A FIAT CAR. the saying goes if u buy a fiat you,ll be on your feet!there a disaster. try maybe a Honda civic an Opel corsa or Peugeot! good luck
2006-09-13 04:14:19 · answer #9 · answered by bunny 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about a lovely Mitsubishi Fto 2.0 V6 Mivec with Tiptronic gearbox, 50,000 miles 1997 registered. chipped to 240bhp !
What a co-incidence...I happen to be selling mine as well !
you could buy my car !!!
2006-09-13 02:21:37 · answer #10 · answered by stdaveuk 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋