What car should I get? - Page 6

Flibster · 27-07-2006, 20:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matblack

It was a 231

Very snug inside and would be a squeeze behind me for a passenger due to leg room but feels great, raised a big smile, its not that much faster than the 172 but it feels much smoother and would be more fun around corners (if thats possible) and in the motorway (which is definately possible), I'm in the same boat as you my mileage is minimal but the trips to Wales would cost me a packet.

MB

The layout of everything feels right to me. It's all within reach.

The space behind the seats is the same to me, I have my seat all the way down and back making it a bit of a squeeze in the back, but I'm sure that a small person could get in there. Still more space than my Megane.

The handling is still the best thing though.

Simon/~Flibster

Matblack · 27-07-2006, 20:45

I'm begining to talk myself out of it a little, mostly because of the S3 but until I drive it I won't know, roll on Saturday 9.30am.

I was quite shocked at Rilots revelations about the actual 0-60 time and the power output, its pretty consistant for the Audi so it will be interesting to see how fast it actually feels in comparison. I'm not a finesse driver and although I love the cornering in the Clio I long for the explosive acceleration the Revo'd S3 might give

MB

William · 28-07-2006, 10:35

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Originally Posted by Flibster

The only other expense is the oil topups *once run in - 1l every 2000 miles* and the fuel.

That's not too bad, I would say I use about that.

Matblack · 29-07-2006, 18:03

Hmmmmm

Well I've driven the S3, and I was impressed, impressed but the acceleration and impressed by the build quality

However I didn't find it very engaging to drive, a little lacking in character and with quite a high agression factor, I have a feel I would either have to drive it very very hard or just feel numb all the time.

On the way back from there I thought, lets go and have a nose around some other dealerships, H was game so we looked in Toyota (don't like the new Celica) and Nissan (350Z is too expensive) however the Nissan dealer is opposite the BMW dealer and we thought we'd take a wander over and have a look at what they had. Whilst we were there I found a car I really really liked, they were busy but took my details and gave a call 30 minutes later asking if I could go back for a test drive this afternoon. I was there for two hours in which I saw some brilliant customer service and drove a car which made me smile like a 3 year old given a lollypop, not a fast car but an exhilerating drive, 6 gears which is something I wanted for the long trips to meets and to see mum and dad and massively fun around town with a ltd slip dif and tons of character

So I am now seriously thinking about buying brand new, the car comes with 3 year warentee and all servicing is included in the price for 5 years!

£19k for the spec I want and it has one of the best residuals of any car currently on the market so I feel that I'm just investing rather than throwing my cash away.

I must be mental! But I can't help but smile

MB

Dr. Z · 29-07-2006, 18:09

You drove a Mini? Cooper S Works or nowt but you will still look like an idiot

Matblack · 29-07-2006, 18:16

Quote:

Originally Posted by DRZ

You drove a Mini? Cooper S Works or nowt but you will still look like an idiot

Cooper S and I don't care

I really really really don't care, its the most fun car, I smile when I think of mmy test drive and its just got such a nature to it I know I'll drive it and love it, what should I car what I look like when I'm one inside having fun.

And its a slightly macho colour scheme

Mini Love

MB

Dr. Z · 29-07-2006, 18:19

How much more is it for the Works?

If you dont care about the perception etc and you love the car then go for it

I was just yanking your chain

Matblack · 29-07-2006, 18:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by DRZ

How much more is it for the Works?

Lots!

About £3.5k

They have one coming in but its light blue :/

MB

Flibster · 29-07-2006, 18:54

My opinion of the new Mini *in all of it's guises* is well known....

http://www.boat-drinks.co.uk/showthread.php?t=329 - contained in there.

Horrid car.

Not surprised that the S3 didn't float your boat as it were...
Great car - but seriously dull.

Simon/~Flibster

Will · 29-07-2006, 19:13

OMG I agree with Simon!

Seriously though Matt, if you enjoyed it, go for it. It's for you and if it brings a smile to your face then it's all good.

27-07-2006, 20:45	#52
Matblack Baby Bore Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Svalbard Posts: 9,770	I'm begining to talk myself out of it a little, mostly because of the S3 but until I drive it I won't know, roll on Saturday 9.30am. I was quite shocked at Rilots revelations about the actual 0-60 time and the power output, its pretty consistant for the Audi so it will be interesting to see how fast it actually feels in comparison. I'm not a finesse driver and although I love the cornering in the Clio I long for the explosive acceleration the Revo'd S3 might give MB __________________ "we had roots that grew towards each other underground, and when all the pretty blossom had fallen from our branches we found that we were one tree and not two"

29-07-2006, 18:03	#54
Matblack Baby Bore Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Svalbard Posts: 9,770	Hmmmmm Well I've driven the S3, and I was impressed, impressed but the acceleration and impressed by the build quality However I didn't find it very engaging to drive, a little lacking in character and with quite a high agression factor, I have a feel I would either have to drive it very very hard or just feel numb all the time. On the way back from there I thought, lets go and have a nose around some other dealerships, H was game so we looked in Toyota (don't like the new Celica) and Nissan (350Z is too expensive) however the Nissan dealer is opposite the BMW dealer and we thought we'd take a wander over and have a look at what they had. Whilst we were there I found a car I really really liked, they were busy but took my details and gave a call 30 minutes later asking if I could go back for a test drive this afternoon. I was there for two hours in which I saw some brilliant customer service and drove a car which made me smile like a 3 year old given a lollypop, not a fast car but an exhilerating drive, 6 gears which is something I wanted for the long trips to meets and to see mum and dad and massively fun around town with a ltd slip dif and tons of character So I am now seriously thinking about buying brand new, the car comes with 3 year warentee and all servicing is included in the price for 5 years! £19k for the spec I want and it has one of the best residuals of any car currently on the market so I feel that I'm just investing rather than throwing my cash away. I must be mental! But I can't help but smile MB __________________ "we had roots that grew towards each other underground, and when all the pretty blossom had fallen from our branches we found that we were one tree and not two"

29-07-2006, 18:09	#55
Dr. Z I'm going for a scuttle... Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,021	You drove a Mini? Cooper S Works or nowt but you will still look like an idiot __________________

29-07-2006, 18:19	#57
Dr. Z I'm going for a scuttle... Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,021	How much more is it for the Works? If you dont care about the perception etc and you love the car then go for it I was just yanking your chain __________________

29-07-2006, 18:54	#59
Flibster Moonshine Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 3,388	My opinion of the new Mini in all of it's guises is well known.... http://www.boat-drinks.co.uk/showthread.php?t=329 - contained in there. Horrid car. Not surprised that the S3 didn't float your boat as it were... Great car - but seriously dull. Simon/~Flibster __________________

29-07-2006, 19:13	#60
Will BBx woz 'ere :P Join Date: Jan 1970 Posts: 2,147,487,208	OMG I agree with Simon! Seriously though Matt, if you enjoyed it, go for it. It's for you and if it brings a smile to your face then it's all good. __________________ *No No!*