As petrolheads, I'm sure you guys go surfing about on Autotrader like me. I thought that I'd start a thread where we could post some bargains or just generally interesting used cars that we've found on Autotrader. I'll try and start us off, but I've kind of put myself on the spot, so don't expect too much from me!
How about this for under five grand? It's the V8 one, so pulls away quickly and sounds great. And being a Y-reg, you can avoid the mega-high tax rate. With a combined fuel consumption figure of 20.3mpg, it probably makes more sense as a car used to cover a low mileage. Still, a heck of a lot of car for the money. It's got a long MOT, too.
I didn't know you could get one of these for under four grand. It does have a high mileage, but these things tend to be well sewn together, so I'm sure it still feels as tight as a drum. Being the petrol V6, it does have quite a thirst, but that only makes it more suitable as a weekend car for some wind-in-your-hair cruising or popping down to Waitrose. The downside is that it is in the high tax band, but then again, it is still a lot of car for the money. And it has a long MOT. It can shift, too.
£895 for an S-Type? Surely not! Especially the V6 one that does 0-62mph in just 6.9 seconds. Well, this one does have a short MOT and nearly 300,000 miles on the clock. But still, your neighbours will never know!
This is exactly why I wouldn't pay nearly six times as much for a brand new one. It may have quite a high mileage, but it's MOT'd until January 2013 and has only had one owner from new. If my mate bought one of these, I'd assume that he'd paid quite a bit more than five grand.
This just goes to show that you are better off buying a cabriolet in the winter. I was amazed when I saw you could get one of these for under two grand! Slightly above average mileage, yes, but in fair condition with an MOT until January 2013. And it's just shy of 200bhp! I particularly like the red leather upholstery and the fact that the personalised number plate is probably worth a fair chunk of the asking price! And the electric roof. What a bargain!
Last week, I found a mint Z4 with a straight six and a manual 'box for under five grand and a 260bhp CX-7 for just under seven grand. They have been sold now, so it shows that if you see a bargain, then you have to act fast!
So, has anyone else found some interesting motors in the classifieds that they'd like to share, or is it just me with this unhealthy obsession?
5 September 2011
How much do you suppose an '04 Mazda RX-8 would cost if it had full Mazda service history from new, one owner from new, just 35,000 miles on the clock, was in great condition and had an MOT until February 2013? You may be pleasantly surprised...
http://www2.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201217467446925/
Being a 2004 model, it doesn't incur the mega road tax rate, although it's still quite thirsty! It's only the 192PS model instead of the preferable 231PS model, but it's plenty quick enough once you rev the nuts off it! It should also handle beautifully!
5 September 2011
How much do you suppose an '04 Mazda RX-8 would cost if it had full Mazda service history from new, one owner from new, just 35,000 miles on the clock, was in great condition and had an MOT until February 2013? You may be pleasantly surprised...
http://www2.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201217467446925/
5 September 2011
http://www2.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201217466020283/
This is good for under four grand. It's not the cheapest car to run, but it has got a fair bit of power. It also looks great, is sure to be reliable and great for the summer. It's in great condition and looks like it ought to cost a lot more than the asking price, especially since it's a one owner vehicle. And it comes with an MOT that lasts until February 2013. It's got a decent spec, too.
Oh dear! If you look at the controls for the driver's electric seat, you'll notice that the bit for the backrest isn't there. So much for Audi's build quality...
5 September 2011
You'd think they would have cleaned the carpets and removed the plastic bottle before they took the interior pic!
Ha! You'd be surprised! A lot of dealerships actually photograph their cars prior to washing them - it seems ridiculous! I make sure a car's looking spick and span before I photograph it if I'm selling it!
Love this thread
Thanks, Lesia!
I'm always on Autotrader, and there's no one else I can share my finds with apart from the 'senile creeps' on here!
I'd love to see what some of you guys could come up with!
28 July 2008
You'd think they would have cleaned the carpets and removed the plastic bottle before they took the interior pic!
Love this thread.
You know, I do believe that is a 'pec'...
5 September 2011
http://www2.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201217466020283/
This is good for under four grand. It's not the cheapest car to run, but it has got a fair bit of power. It also looks great, is sure to be reliable and great for the summer. It's in great condition and looks like it ought to cost a lot more than the asking price, especially since it's a one owner vehicle. And it comes with an MOT that lasts until February 2013. It's got a decent spec, too.
5 September 2011
I've always liked them actually. Not sure about reliability or anything but it's a design I've always thought was underated.
I agree. I liked the way Chrysler clearly tried to be different. The lines on the bonnet were a nice feature.
The drop top was a bit rank tho
I actually prefer the cabrio! The back of the coupe is a bit dodgy in my opinion, but that aside, it's a nice looking car.
17 July 2009
I've always liked them actually. Not sure about reliability or anything but it's a design I've always thought was underated. The drop top was a bit rank tho.
5 September 2011
How about this for a bargain? It's got a full year's MOT, just 63k miles on the clock, it's in excellent condition and it's a leftfield choice for someone looking for a very tidy sportscar with a budget of four grand. The convertible's prettier, but this looks good in black (apart from the rear). It's unbelievable value and has a decent turn of speed. Oh, and it's just eight years old.
http://www2.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201216465143364/
I'd hardly call it a sports car but I like it as a swift nice looking 2seater. I really like it, nice choice for the money.
Being a two seater coupe with RWD and a V6 engine, it's a shame it doesn't handle as well as it could, but it is American, so there's no surprise there! A non-petrolhead would call it a sportscar, but for us, I think it's debatable. Still, there's no questioning that it's an unique, head-turning car with presence, and if I saw this particular one on my neighbour's drive, I'd expect it to have set him back a lot more than £4,000, especially because of its condition, low(ish) mileage and full year's MOT.
17 July 2009
How about this for a bargain? It's got a full year's MOT, just 63k miles on the clock, it's in excellent condition and it's a leftfield choice for someone looking for a very tidy sportscar with a budget of four grand. The convertible's prettier, but this looks good in black (apart from the rear). It's unbelievable value and has a decent turn of speed. Oh, and it's just eight years old.
http://www2.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201216465143364/
I'd hardly call it a sports car but I like it as a swift nice looking 2seater. I really like it, nice choice for the money.