car recomended for a woman of 84?

Answer 1

Depending on the lady in question, and assuming that she is still physically and mentally capable of driving safely, most likely a small to mid size vehicle would be the best choice.

Without more information about the area where she lives, and the type of driving she will be doing, it is hard to make specific recommendations. Is there a price range that you want to be in? Is she driving alone, or will she be traveling with friends or family members? Is she going to be transporting large items?

She should have a reliable vehicle and also should have a charged cell phone to call for assistance should she have problems.

Age is not the limiting factor in someone driving! If she can drive safely at 84 years old, I think that is great!!

Answer 2

You are getting such awful answers! I sorely recommend the Renault Modus. Mainly because of its 5/5 safety rating, automatic door locks (the doors lock when you drive off so you cant't be hijacked), and if you go for a high spec model (such as a Privilège or Initiale) you will get automatic headlights, incase the the old memory goes and you start to forget little things like this! Some models also have a Boot Chute, which enables you to open a little section of the boot without having to lug the whole thing open.

My friends mum, who is 78 drives one and she says its the best car she's ever owned, very user friendly. The engines are also very capable, especially the 1.5 dCi diesel engine. This will return in excess of 50 MPG, so it wont rob the pension! Their raised height enables the minimum amount of bending to fit behind the wheel, without it looking like a 4x4.

The Modus is a great car, give it a look. Good luck.

Answer 3

I would suggest checking the "Which Car" magazines for something in the "reliable" category - the Japanese cars usually fall into this group - Honda, Nissan.
At 70 I am driving a 100 NX Nissan - fun little car, easy to park, take the lid off when it gets hot. Had her from new in June 1995 and never had a call out although the rear wiper is now defunct - garage blames "burn out".
Yep! Us wrinklies are a little more cautious - we slow down to 30 in a restricted area, particularly if we know that there is likely to be a speed trap just around the corner! We do tend to keep to the 70 mph speed limit on Motorways, we are considerate to other road users because we have probably been in more frustrating situations than most of the other drivers - frustration causes an accident up the road. We do have an awful lot of experience.
I reckon I'll probably get a thumbs down for this!

Answer 4

My suggestion would be something small and light, with power steering. You've given us very little info here, so without knowledge of price, my suggestions would be if you're buying new, the Toyota Aygo/Citroen C1/Peugeot 107 for the economy, compact size and ease of driving, Peugeot 1007 if access is an issue, as they are taller and very easy to sit in, or the Perodua Myvi, Chevrolet Matiz, Vauxhall Agila or especially the Kia Picanto, Proton Savvy or Fiat Panda if price is an issue. Used, the previous generation Toyota Yaris is compact but tall, again easy for access, or the Ford Fiesta, as they're painless to own and a cinch to repair. Look around, there are plenty about.

Answer 5

A taxi or the bus. Sorry but a person aged 84 is nothing but a hazard on the road due to delayed reactions to stimuli etc.

Answer 6

Best grandma cars are buicks and 1991 Lincoln Towncars. If not, then I would suggest a bus or a taxi with someone else driving.

Answer 7

Sorry but at the age of 84 I think you need a driver not a car. Im not being sarcy, my experience of the 'older generation' on the road is that they are too cautious and cause more danger by being so.

Answer 8

Toyota Yaris or Honda Jazz. Both relatively small, easy to drive - and importantly, easy to get in / out of.

Answer 9

my friend was still driving her jag but it failed mot she now has a saxo my other friend 82 has got a micra another one has a Suzuki as long as you have power steering anything really my friends are quite small and these cars are perfect for them

Answer 10

hi, as others have said,if she is in a good condition to drive without endangering herself or others then go for a fiesta! suits all ages & is very easy to drive. a good man to ask is ,email [e-mail].