adi
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Jul 30, 2012 21:02:41 GMT
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I'm very much considering replacing my reliable daily V reg laguna DTI with a retro MPV, however I know next to nothing about them.
I've seen a few cool Toyota townaces and mitsubishi delicas but good ones seem to command a bit above budget. It would have to be around the same value of my laguna with a full MOT so around 5-600squids, captains chairs front and back are a MUST, comfy plush velour is a MUST, as is a diesel engine, not too fussed about auto/manual as long as its not going to be appalling on fuel, and the ability to run on WVO is a bonus as I do with the laguna (gotta love that burnt chip fat smell).
So whats my options? Anything I should know when looking for one?
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Jul 30, 2012 21:07:24 GMT
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adi
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Jul 30, 2012 21:16:52 GMT
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ewwwww, most retro mpv's are ugly, but thats on another level!
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Jul 30, 2012 21:34:15 GMT
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Maybe a nice sustainable eco look...  |
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Jul 30, 2012 21:34:17 GMT
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Renault Espace Mk1 is pretty funky if you can find one, they did come with a 2.1TD so not too slow.
Other option is a Chrysler Voyager with the VM diesel.
And I might be mad, but how about a VW T4 in a Caravelle dress?
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adi
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Jul 30, 2012 21:38:44 GMT
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You would be my best friend if you could find a T4 within budget, but I very very much doubt it. I wouldn't touch a voyager, parts prices and mainly the fact I've driven a V6 one and hated it see to that. mk1 espace is an option but finding one thats not got serious electrical (or other) problems within budget won't happen. I wouldn't mind a nice lucida but they're holding their value well. I've seen a few "average" condition early delicas go cheap, but tbh I'm a bit scared of them, repairs wouldn't be cheap I imagine.
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Hi everyone :)
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Jul 30, 2012 21:39:47 GMT
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"Back off man, I'm a Scientist" - Dr. Peter Venkman
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adi
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Jul 30, 2012 21:43:03 GMT
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eww thats gonna give me nightmares. they might look wrong but I think mpv's should have kept the wheels with a short wheelbase and big overhangs haha
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Jul 30, 2012 21:54:06 GMT
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Jul 30, 2012 22:10:21 GMT
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Last Edit: Jul 30, 2012 22:47:16 GMT by joem83
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Jul 30, 2012 22:50:58 GMT
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Jul 30, 2012 23:08:40 GMT
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Here's a Nissan Serena within your budget, but still with 4 days left to run on the auction, or another with nearly two days left to run. They are glacially slow, 0-60 in slightly less than 28 seconds, and all of the rest on eBay for around your budget are spares or repair. This is the kind of quality of diesel MPV you're going to find within budget. It's basically a case of looking through your local free ads and finding whatever you can. |
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1989 Peugeot 205. You know, the one that was parked in a ditch on the campsite at RRG'17... the glass is always full. but the ratio of air to water may vary. |
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Jul 30, 2012 23:30:25 GMT
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adi
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May just have to stick with the boring barge for now then  |
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Fiat Ulysse, Citroen Synergie & Peugeot 806 - all the same vehicle.
Paul h
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Fiat multipla
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Last Edit: Jul 31, 2012 6:36:44 GMT by cairyhunt
Remember the days when sex was safe and motorsport was dangerous. Vintage bling always attracts pussy.  |
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Doesnt get any better than one  of these.......... |
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1977 datsun 810 180b estate |
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