edgy Posted 19December, 2014 Report Share Posted 19December, 2014 Recently my daily grind W124 Estate started getting ill (read, misfire) I didn't feel like spending any money or time on it, bought it cheap now it looks like I've sold it cheap. However, now I am looking at what else is on the market and I am fast coming to the realisation that its almost impossible to replace that car for that kind of money (read a few grand) I thought I would throw this to the good people of PFA for some recommendations, as I'm sure we'd be unanimous in thinking we have the most discerning automotive tastes (I could be wrong) There is two scenarios I was looking at: a) keep it cheap n cheerful (read few grand) or up the budget and buy something nice. Now, I must point out that I am that idiot who you see leaving his car wide open, windows down at the shops and bunnings etc, hell I even leave the keys in it at work. On the lower end I am struggling to see anything as good as another W124! On the higher end (lets say up to 20-30k) well I am confused I'm fond of Cayennes (must be the capitalist pig in me?) and you can get nice 9PA S for reasonable money, but I am kind of against driving anything too flashy or expensive every day, I don't really like the message it sends to customers and employees, but I hate boring cars too! I'd really like a wagon again, so what is not boring but fun, well built and modest at the same time? Preferably German built.... Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveF Posted 19December, 2014 Report Share Posted 19December, 2014 Maybe a silly question, but what about another W124 estate? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GC9911 Posted 19December, 2014 Report Share Posted 19December, 2014 W204, not as much money as you might think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1q2w3e4r Posted 19December, 2014 Report Share Posted 19December, 2014 You'd be surprised on the Cayenne pricing, I've got a Black/Black 04 turbo with carbon interior, tow pack and roof racks with 114k on the clock, Porsche FSH and the local dealer would only give me $32k for it on a trade for a new Porka. You'd should be able to grab a pretty good turbo for mid-late 30s which would have everything on it but appreciate you mightn't want to spend that much and note your concerns around employees etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgy Posted 19December, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 19December, 2014 Maybe a silly question, but what about another W124 estate? Not silly at all... Im struggling to think of a better low cost option! W204, not as much money as you might think. Didn't think of it...just looked, some can be had very reasonably! Thanks for the tip Greg! And they make a C63 estate.... /can of worms Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion03 Posted 19December, 2014 Report Share Posted 19December, 2014 How about a 2nd hand electric iMev for $15k? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazzieman Posted 19December, 2014 Report Share Posted 19December, 2014 Volvos aren't flashy , they are safe and Sweden isn't too far from Germany Not that I've ever owned one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smule Posted 19December, 2014 Report Share Posted 19December, 2014 My grind is a 07 Mercedes B200, never missed a beat all the safety features plus nice to haves like Bluetooth phone compability and awesome fuel economy. Low teens will get you a good one.. Surprisingly spacious inside and big boot capacity especially when you fold the rear seats down.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pauly Posted 19December, 2014 Report Share Posted 19December, 2014 W126? they have good room in the back!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tit Posted 19December, 2014 Report Share Posted 19December, 2014 My mech works on German cars. I asked him once what he thought were the least hassle, most reliable german cars. Merc all the way he said... Hard to argue with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion03 Posted 19December, 2014 Report Share Posted 19December, 2014 New Subaru Outback? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pauly Posted 20December, 2014 Report Share Posted 20December, 2014 http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Nissan-Bluebird-1994/SSE-AD-2136950/?Cr=3&sdmvc=1 Yes it's a nissan blue bird. but it's the SSS version. Which means it has a SR20DET in it with AWD It looks like your grandfathers car... but with that punch.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pauly Posted 20December, 2014 Report Share Posted 20December, 2014 Or how about this datsun 180B SSS http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Datsun-180B-1976/SSE-AD-2921054/?Cr=1&sdmvc=1 Niko calm down Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgy Posted 20December, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 20December, 2014 Thanks guys ^^ I'm a while away from EV, mum has a B200 it's quite good in terms of practicality.. But I'd feel weird having the same car as her My mech works on German cars. I asked him once what he thought were the least hassle, most reliable german cars. Merc all the way he said... Hard to argue with that. You are right.... I keep doing this too Was speaking with the mrs last night, she said just find a nice w124 estate, I tend to Agree Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveF Posted 20December, 2014 Report Share Posted 20December, 2014 What about this one.. http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Mercedes-Benz-320TE-1993/SSE-AD-3019473/?Cr=0&sdmvc=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgy Posted 20December, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 20December, 2014 What about this one..http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Mercedes-Benz-320TE-1993/SSE-AD-3019473/?Cr=0&sdmvc=1 I've got that one bookmarked in my carpoint acc, he had it listed at $5000~ and now put the price up.. Not sure what gives there? But I'm rather keen on that, it's a face lift model with all the bells and whistles and being a 320TE I think it's an import?.. We only got 230 & 300TE as Aussie delivery I think. Not really a problem for me, it gets a better high output motor and 5 speed auto. I think the other similar priced ones are a bit optimistic on their prices. I tell you, once you've had one of these w124s it's hard to keep away from them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgy Posted 27December, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 27December, 2014 I've been living without the Benz for a week.. Part of me misses it, part of me enjoys cycling to work! Doing more research, Touareg seems good value, anyone here owned one? Looking at 05-06+ petrol V6 Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Harold Posted 27December, 2014 Report Share Posted 27December, 2014 I have had 3 MB cars and I have never had a problem of any kind (unless you count the C63 tyre usage as a problem). Great cars. My DD is a CRV. I am also conscious of what employees and customers think and have experienced an issue first hand with a client. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reax Posted 28December, 2014 Report Share Posted 28December, 2014 http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=10L-WFsVaw0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgy Posted 29December, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 29December, 2014 I have had 3 MB cars and I have never had a problem of any kind (unless you count the C63 tyre usage as a problem). Great cars. My DD is a CRV. I am also conscious of what employees and customers think and have experienced an issue first hand with a client. A CRV, that is super modest Harold! I like it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgy Posted 10January, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 10January, 2015 http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Alfa-Romeo-Alfasud-1983/SSE-AD-3186216 I have been tempted.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazzieman Posted 10January, 2015 Report Share Posted 10January, 2015 http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Alfa-Romeo-Alfasud-1983/SSE-AD-3186216 I have been tempted.... You'd want run a magnet over the whole body, even if it is a later one. Very few of these left; i wonder if they make replacement pattern parts from good steel? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airhead Posted 10January, 2015 Report Share Posted 10January, 2015 I like the Volvo wagen on page 1. Throw a few bucks at it and...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgy Posted 20January, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 20January, 2015 One month has gone and I am still without a daily grinder! I'm becoming a nuisance to my mates who have to come pick my ass up and drop me home, it also means I can drink more when we go out... I'm faced with the fact I refuse to buy boring cars so its gonna take me some time, I'm currently onto a lead for W460 G Wagen.... so if you know of a W460 LWB, please do tell I want to get back to doing more of this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Posted 20January, 2015 Report Share Posted 20January, 2015 Maybe a Stagea? Even if they're getting a bit long in the tooth finding one that someone has modified already would be fun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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