Car Thread II

PostRe: Car Thread II by **Dual** » Thu Aug 13, 2020 5:35 pm

I've only had company cars for the last 5 years so it's been a long time since I've been in a dealership. Will probably end up paying for the test drive lol what am I like.

It's OK to ask to see paper work isn't it? Like service book and receipts etc

PostRe: Car Thread II by **OnlyShallow** » Thu Aug 13, 2020 5:50 pm

Dual wrote:I've only had company cars for the last 5 years so it's been a long time since I've been in a dealership. Will probably end up paying for the test drive lol what am I like.

It's OK to ask to see paper work isn't it? Like service book and receipts etc

That is fine. Also kick the tyres and ask if you can pop the bonnet.

PostRe: Car Thread II by **Victor Mildew** » Thu Aug 13, 2020 8:18 pm

Sniff the crotch area of the passenger seat too.

PostRe: Car Thread II by **BOR** » Sat Aug 15, 2020 5:31 pm

I'm hoping to get a new car by the next weekend.

PostRe: Car Thread II by **BOR** » Fri Aug 28, 2020 10:36 pm

BOR wrote:I'm hoping to get a new car by the next weekend.

Picked up today. :datass:

So far it's bloody brilliant and it's got more gadgets than my old car. I am learning how to use the new gadgets and my drive style with my new car. :wub:

PostRe: Car Thread II by **andretmzt** » Fri Aug 28, 2020 10:58 pm

BOR wrote:
BOR wrote:I'm hoping to get a new car by the next weekend.

Picked up today.

So far it's bloody brilliant and it's got more gadgets than my old car. I am learning how to use the new gadgets and my drive style with my new car.

What car did you get?

Gadgets are one thing I wish my car had more of. I really miss having the phone connectivity I get when using hire cars.

PostRe: Car Thread II by **BOR** » Fri Aug 28, 2020 11:13 pm

andretmzt wrote:
BOR wrote:
BOR wrote:I'm hoping to get a new car by the next weekend.

Picked up today.

So far it's bloody brilliant and it's got more gadgets than my old car. I am learning how to use the new gadgets and my drive style with my new car.

What car did you get?

Gadgets are one thing I wish my car had more of. I really miss having the phone connectivity I get when using hire cars.

Volvo V60 D4 R Design Nav. Gotta love these Thor led lights. :datass:

PostRe: Car Thread II by **andretmzt** » Sun Aug 30, 2020 1:09 pm

Oooof, nice purchase. I really like the styling of modern Volvos. The blue colour as well. :datass:

PostRe: Car Thread II by **BOR** » Sun Aug 30, 2020 1:38 pm

andretmzt wrote:Oooof, nice purchase. I really like the styling of modern Volvos. The blue colour as well.

Yeah it is.

Mine is a pine grey with all matte black roof rails, front grill and black mirrors.

PostRe: Car Thread II by **Dual** » Sun Aug 30, 2020 5:47 pm

I too took delivery of a brand new car this week. After months of deliberation I opted for a 3 year lease on a Audi A4 Avant S Line.

It's very swanky and comfortable but the 19" wheels feel every bump in the road. Overall I'm very pleased with it.

PostRe: Car Thread II by **Lagamorph** » Fri Sep 04, 2020 8:06 pm

So I need to swap my TT, as my PCP deal is up in December.

Currently the two I'm looking at are either a Jaguar XE or a Mercedes C-Class Convertable.

The Jaguar is cheaper, but the Mercedes just has more to it, plus is a convertable which I really miss having since I had to get rid of my SLK.

Looking at the diesel version of both, since right now when things start to settle I need to expect to be doing a 150 mile round trip commute 3 times a week as I was before, so Petrol would still be just that bit too expensive to run.
Which really annoys me because the car I really want to get is a BMW Z4, but the petrol costs would just be too high.

PostRe: Car Thread II by **Tomous** » Thu Sep 10, 2020 11:39 am

We've just bought a Toyota Rav4 (Excel model) after months of indecision.

Arriving around October 8th. Pretty excited to actually drive a decent car for a change. :toot:

PostRe: Car Thread II by **Victor Mildew** » Mon Sep 14, 2020 11:10 am

Just drove the van and the engine light came on, which happens from time to time but nothing major seems to come from it (replace a glow plug and so on). This time the engine was really down on power, not making any noises but defimitrly down. The steep bit to home which is normally 4th was foot to the floor in 2nd to keep going.

There goes the hope of a cheap MOT and service this month then.

PostRe: Car Thread II by **Poser** » Mon Sep 14, 2020 11:11 am

Victor Mildew wrote:Just drove the van and the engine light came on, which happens from time to time but nothing major seems to come from it (replace a glow plug and so on). This time the engine was really down on power, not making any noises but defimitrly down. The steep bit to home which is normally 4th was foot to the floor in 2nd to keep going.

There goes the hope of a cheap MOT and service this month then.

Maybe release some of the kids in the back?

PostRe: Car Thread II by **Victor Mildew** » Mon Sep 14, 2020 11:14 am

Never

PostRe: Car Thread II by **Poser** » Mon Sep 14, 2020 12:15 pm

Fine, but the mechanic will probably tell you the same thing.

PostRe: Car Thread II by **Roonmastor** » Mon Sep 14, 2020 8:10 pm

Just ticked over 5k in my e208. Other half now wants to replace her Mini with an electric car now (and steal mine in the meantime). Had to go to a petrol station today in her car which is an odd experience now!

PostRe: Car Thread II by **Lagamorph** » Sat Sep 19, 2020 3:18 pm

Just ordered a Mercedes C class 300d convertible to replace my TT

PostRe: Car Thread II by **Lagamorph** » Wed Sep 23, 2020 7:02 pm

Had a call that I should get my new car on Monday or Tuesday :toot:

PostRe: Car Thread II by **rinks** » Wed Sep 23, 2020 8:18 pm

Just in time for Lockdown 2.

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