Cavcraft Posted April 27, 2018 Share Posted April 27, 2018 Apparently we need* a family car, for holidays and not climbing over spades, rakes, broom handles and paint pots in a Ford Puma. Thus Mrs Craft (who's paying) has told me to get something. I'd like a Galaxy/Alhambra/Sharan* diesel, ideally. But obvs. like a Vectra hatchback or estate would also do.Needs to be reliable with a long MOT, and not smell of anything my missus doesn't like (such as me, for example) and be capable of going to that there Scotland and back. There's talk of crazy amounts of money being available, maybe up to £1,000. Too lazy to travel too far, but you never know. *Can always take the badges off and put Ford ones on. Wingz123 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaseracer Posted April 27, 2018 Share Posted April 27, 2018 ...and be capable of going to that there Scotland and back... You need a Volvo, chief. The Moog and Cavcraft 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcr Posted April 27, 2018 Share Posted April 27, 2018 got one that's newly converted to short wheelbase Jerzy Woking and SiC 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave_Q Posted April 27, 2018 Share Posted April 27, 2018 I R8 my C8 M8, so my suggestion is to look for a 806/synergie/ulysse (stronger engines with XUD veg option) or a 807/C8/ulysse (nicer inside, more to go wrong) They really are worth buttons so a bag should get a relatively tidy one with decent test. https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F263498292563 UltraWomble, garethj and Cavcraft 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcr Posted April 27, 2018 Share Posted April 27, 2018 I R8 my C8 M8, so my suggestion is to look for a 806/synergie/ulysse (stronger engines with XUD veg option) or a 807/C8/ulysse (nicer inside, more to go wrong) They really are worth buttons so a bag should get a relatively tidy one with decent test. https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F263498292563Some guy had one of those near me on an M plate I think, it was dented to hell but never seemed to stop ... not seen it about in a bit though :s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lacquer Peel Posted April 27, 2018 Share Posted April 27, 2018 *Can always take the badges off and put Ford ones on. It'd still be based on a VAG platform with mostly VAG engines. Cavcraft 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRW Posted April 27, 2018 Share Posted April 27, 2018 Montego Countryman.Thank* me later MorrisItalSLX, garethj, Lacquer Peel and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted April 27, 2018 Share Posted April 27, 2018 What you need is a VM-powered Chrysler Grand Voyager surely? aldo135 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timewaster Posted April 27, 2018 Share Posted April 27, 2018 Friday ads bargain. https://www.friday-ad.co.uk/colchester/cars/vauxhall-sintra-1998-14419948/ Cavcraft 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pillock Posted April 27, 2018 Share Posted April 27, 2018 Rev BlueJ was selling (or knew of) a Touran, they're pretty good for holidays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cleon-Fonte Posted April 27, 2018 Share Posted April 27, 2018 DW8-powered Berlingo at your service. https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201804175625365?radius=1500&make=CITROEN&sort=price-asc&advertising-location=at_cars&model=BERLINGO%20MULTISPACE&onesearchad=Used&onesearchad=Nearly%20New&onesearchad=New&postcode=sk138nn&fuel-type=Diesel&page=1 robinmasters, The Moog, Dave_Q and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinmasters Posted April 27, 2018 Share Posted April 27, 2018 You need a Volvo, chief. He said '...and back'. Cavcraft 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stripped fred Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 I think my Sharan is great. It feels strong and made to last. Laugh if you like but ehat's the impression it gives. I can see why there are high mileage ones around. With 5 seats in you get a huge boot. The auto is nice. Not hugely fast but can be hustled along. I like the view out and it's a comfy rude. So useful to have a van sized car. Cavcraft 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cavcraft Posted April 28, 2018 Author Share Posted April 28, 2018 It'd still be based on a VAG platform with mostly VAG engines. To be fair, that 412,000 mile Sharan I had a few years back was very good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete-M Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 Yes. A 1.8T Sharan 'Sport' on an X. Drives well, just over 100k on the clock, body has a few scrapes but is solid and apparently rot free. I was gonna put 12m MOT on it and flog it to musicians for £750. Cavcraft 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod/b Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 I’ve got a Kia Grand Carnival over here and it’s fuggin ACE. Not the most dynamic thing on the road but it’s practcality on wheels. Find a decent low mileage cersiin of the old Carnival / whatever they call it in the UK and it should do you proud. Cavcraft 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cavcraft Posted April 28, 2018 Author Share Posted April 28, 2018 Yes. A 1.8T Sharan 'Sport' on an X. Drives well, just over 100k on the clock, body has a few scrapes but is solid and apparently rot free. I was gonna put 12m MOT on it and flog it to musicians for £750.Can you send me a few pictures etc please? I’m off to seea diesel one later, and possibly another one again in Liverpool somewhere. Cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talbot Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 DW8-powered Berlingo at your service.He might want to get back at some point before christmas 2022, so that might be a tad slow for the job. Cavcraft, Cleon-Fonte and Lacquer Peel 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lacquer Peel Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 I’ve got a Kia Grand Carnival over here and it’s fuggin ACE. Not the most dynamic thing on the road but it’s practcality on wheels. Find a decent low mileage cersiin of the old Carnival / whatever they call it in the UK and it should do you proud. A £1000 Sedona? Good luck with that. The most common diesels are supposed to be awful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purplebargeken Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 My pez powered Galaxy is an ace thing to drive. Dizzle might be better for family laden holidays though. Galaxy and Alhambra versions are a bit cheaper than the Sharans due to VAG tax in certain cases I think. Cavcraft 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete-M Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 Can you send me a few pictures etc please? I’m off to seea diesel one later, and possibly another one again in Liverpool somewhere. Cheers.Will do. I'm just waiting for the lad to send 'em to me. I saw it a couple of nights ago, it's not bad. Cavcraft 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete-M Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 It could do with a valet, but it drives well enough. The Moog, Cavcraft and purplebargeken 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete-M Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 Apologies for shockingly bad photos. BorniteIdentity 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod/b Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 A £1000 Sedona? Good luck with that. The most common diesels are supposed to be awful.That goes without saying. All diesels are awful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cavcraft Posted April 28, 2018 Author Share Posted April 28, 2018 Apologies for shockingly bad photos. DW8-powered Berlingo at your service. media.jpg https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201804175625365?radius=1500&make=CITROEN&sort=price-asc&advertising-location=at_cars&model=BERLINGO%20MULTISPACE&onesearchad=Used&onesearchad=Nearly%20New&onesearchad=New&postcode=sk138nn&fuel-type=Diesel&page=1 One of them would be brilliant, but honestly couldn't own or constantly drive something that colour, it's absolutely gopping. Apologies for shockingly bad photos. No worries, cheers Pete will have a better look at pictures tomorrow. Got your message too thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cleon-Fonte Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 He might want to get back at some point before christmas 2022, so that might be a tad slow for the job. Pah, power* is overrated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UltraWomble Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 Billy.The garage over the road from me has a galaxy dizzle for sale for £750.Am up at the van at the moment. Will be tomoz when I can forward pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hairnet Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 You need a Volvo, chief.or a big fat hyundai van thing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hairnet Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 DW8-powered Berlingo at your service. media.jpg https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201804175625365?radius=1500&make=CITROEN&sort=price-asc&advertising-location=at_cars&model=BERLINGO%20MULTISPACE&onesearchad=Used&onesearchad=Nearly%20New&onesearchad=New&postcode=sk138nn&fuel-type=Diesel&page=1 One of them would be brilliant, but honestly couldn't own or constantly drive something that colour, it's absolutely gopping. No worries, cheers Pete will have a better look at pictures tomorrow. Got your message too thanks.but if the boss is paying surely that isnt your problem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuvvum Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 Galaxy schmalaxy. Billy, I've found the answer to all your prayers: Timewaster, Ghosty, Cavcraft and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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