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Title: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 05 February 2025, 20:30:54
I believe Albs swears by them. My astra is very tatty, and I'm bored with it. Cheap Kadjar might be the way to go, it's only for transporting muttley.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 05 February 2025, 20:31:55
Oh......diesel, of course  :)
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Rangie on 05 February 2025, 20:35:19
Treat yourself Steve , some bargains to be had 👍
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 05 February 2025, 20:47:11
Treat yourself Steve , some bargains to be had 👍
Cheap as chips and will do nicely as mobile dog kennel. I'll even get my back seats back

https://www.perrys.co.uk/used/renault/kadjar/16-dci-dynamique-nav-5dr-hatchback/barnsley/south-yorkshire/21535851#
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Rangie on 05 February 2025, 21:04:52
That really does look good for the money!
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: ronnyd on 05 February 2025, 21:11:33
Treat yourself Steve , some bargains to be had 👍
Cheap as chips and will do nicely as mobile dog kennel. I'll even get my back seats back

https://www.perrys.co.uk/used/renault/kadjar/16-dci-dynamique-nav-5dr-hatchback/barnsley/south-yorkshire/21535851#
I see it's got a 7 day money back guarantee. That'll be good for when it breaks down.  :D. Joking aside, that looks a very good price. How much is the VED?
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 05 February 2025, 21:16:15
Treat yourself Steve , some bargains to be had 👍
Cheap as chips and will do nicely as mobile dog kennel. I'll even get my back seats back

https://www.perrys.co.uk/used/renault/kadjar/16-dci-dynamique-nav-5dr-hatchback/barnsley/south-yorkshire/21535851#
I see it's got a 7 day money back guarantee. That'll be good for when it breaks down.  :D. Joking aside, that looks a very good price. How much is the VED?
£35 Ron
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: ronnyd on 05 February 2025, 21:20:14
Think i will buy a devils juice car next.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 05 February 2025, 21:26:22
Think i will buy a devils juice car next.
I wouldn't bother, Ron, your vectra will outlast you  ;D
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Varche on 05 February 2025, 22:13:11
A word of warning. Spain has been told to put up duty on the devils fuel ( or not get the next tranche of recovery money).

Could the UK follow suit to please whoever?
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Sir Tigger KC on 05 February 2025, 22:36:56
You could at least buy one in a nasty colour so that we can take the piss!  :P

Although a 1.6 diesel won't be able to pull the skin off a rice pudding.  ;D
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 05 February 2025, 22:38:23
You could at least buy one in a nasty colour so that we can take the piss!  :P

Although a 1.6 diesel won't be able to pull the skin off a rice pudding.  ;D
I have never, ever tried to pull the skin off a rice pudding in any of my cars. So I shouldn't have a problem.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Migv6 le Frog Fan on 05 February 2025, 23:01:28
Dont do it !  :o
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 05 February 2025, 23:02:55
Dont do it !  :o
I fickin will, Pierre.  ;D
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: ronnyd on 05 February 2025, 23:33:30
Think i will buy a devils juice car next.
I wouldn't bother, Ron, your vectra will outlast you  ;D
I hope so, i hate searching for cars to buy.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 05 February 2025, 23:39:08
A word of warning. Spain has been told to put up duty on the devils fuel ( or not get the next tranche of recovery money).

Could the UK follow suit to please whoever?
In theory no because we're not, currently, in the EU.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Sir Tigger KC on 05 February 2025, 23:41:09
You could at least buy one in a nasty colour so that we can take the piss!  :P

Although a 1.6 diesel won't be able to pull the skin off a rice pudding.  ;D
I have never, ever tried to pull the skin off a rice pudding in any of my cars. So I shouldn't have a problem.

I guess at your age driving a gutless car isn't a problem either?  ::)   :)
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Marks DTM Calib on 06 February 2025, 07:43:34
If you go for it, insist they make sure its got the latest software on the infotainment system, they are a bit temperamental at best, and need to be on the absolute latest release.

Check everything works, usual French electrics stuff
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 06 February 2025, 11:29:43
Remember to haggle....

£6250 with a full tank of derv and an extended warranty sounds about right. :y

Colour is good even though it is an 'ugly f*ucker' much like it's new owner.

What is happening to the Astra?
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 06 February 2025, 12:19:40
Remember to haggle....

£6250 with a full tank of derv and an extended warranty sounds about right. :y

Colour is good even though it is an 'ugly f*ucker' much like it's new owner.

What is happening to the Astra?
The astra will be chopped in. He'll probably try to get me to go to WBAC with it, it's certainly destined for the block. But I'll convince him he really wants it  ;D
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 06 February 2025, 12:30:39
If you go for it, insist they make sure its got the latest software on the infotainment system, they are a bit temperamental at best, and need to be on the absolute latest release.

Check everything works, usual French electrics stuff
Thanks, Mark. Does it update OTA?
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Rangie on 06 February 2025, 13:40:14
I believe Albs swears by them. My astra is very tatty, and I'm bored with it. Cheap Kadjar might be the way to go, it's only for transporting muttley.
.

Our daughters father in law had one from new had no problems at all he always had Renault's, retired 2 years ago & treated himself to a new BMW & regrets it especially all the messages that keep popping up.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Rangie on 06 February 2025, 13:41:43
Remember to haggle....

£6250 with a full tank of derv and an extended warranty sounds about right. :y

Colour is good even though it is an 'ugly f*ucker' much like it's new owner.

What is happening to the Astra?
The astra will be chopped in. He'll probably try to get me to go to WBAC with it, it's certainly destined for the block. But I'll convince him he really wants it  ;D
.

Spend £30 on a valet it will look the dogs danglies.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 06 February 2025, 14:59:28
Remember to haggle....

£6250 with a full tank of derv and an extended warranty sounds about right. :y

Colour is good even though it is an 'ugly f*ucker' much like it's new owner.

What is happening to the Astra?
The astra will be chopped in. He'll probably try to get me to go to WBAC with it, it's certainly destined for the block. But I'll convince him he really wants it  ;D
.

Spend £30 on a valet it will look the dogs danglies.

What year is the mighty Astra?
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 06 February 2025, 15:19:36
Remember to haggle....

£6250 with a full tank of derv and an extended warranty sounds about right. :y

Colour is good even though it is an 'ugly f*ucker' much like it's new owner.

What is happening to the Astra?
The astra will be chopped in. He'll probably try to get me to go to WBAC with it, it's certainly destined for the block. But I'll convince him he really wants it  ;D
.

Spend £30 on a valet it will look the dogs danglies.

What year is the mighty Astra?
66 plate, registered on 31/12, so one day off a 66 2017.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 06 February 2025, 15:32:56
Remember to haggle....

£6250 with a full tank of derv and an extended warranty sounds about right. :y

Colour is good even though it is an 'ugly f*ucker' much like it's new owner.

What is happening to the Astra?
The astra will be chopped in. He'll probably try to get me to go to WBAC with it, it's certainly destined for the block. But I'll convince him he really wants it  ;D
.

Spend £30 on a valet it will look the dogs danglies.

What year is the mighty Astra?
66 plate, registered on 31/12, so one day off a 66 2017.

Ah. I see.

So, in effect, you will be exchanging  a 2016 Vauxhall for a broadly comparable 2016 frenchie.

Unless WBAC or the dealer will offer you around £5500 for your Astra (which they won't) I would struggle with the economic disparity.

Perhaps do as Rangie suggests......spend  £30-£100 on a proper valet to remove the pong of muttley and then enjoy the Astra for a few more years.

How much are you likely to get for the Astra?

Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 06 February 2025, 15:35:03
Remember to haggle....

£6250 with a full tank of derv and an extended warranty sounds about right. :y

Colour is good even though it is an 'ugly f*ucker' much like it's new owner.

What is happening to the Astra?
The astra will be chopped in. He'll probably try to get me to go to WBAC with it, it's certainly destined for the block. But I'll convince him he really wants it  ;D
.

Spend £30 on a valet it will look the dogs danglies.

What year is the mighty Astra?
66 plate, registered on 31/12, so one day off a 66 2017.

Ah. I see.

So, in effect, you will be exchanging  a 2016 Vauxhall for a broadly comparable 2016 frenchie.

Unless WBAC or the dealer will offer you around £5500 for your Astra (which they won't) I would struggle with the economic disparity.

Perhaps do as Rangie suggests......spend  £30-£100 on a proper valet to remove the pong of muttley and then enjoy the Astra for a few more years.

How much are you likely to get for the Astra?
£2.50
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 06 February 2025, 15:38:05
Both front doors have faded to Vauxhall pink. One rear door has had a flirtation with a yellow bollard. The infotainment screen is dead. The timing chain rattles on start up. It's doing a regen every 100 miles. Need I go on?
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 06 February 2025, 15:42:46
Both front doors have faded to Vauxhall pink. One rear door has had a flirtation with a yellow bollard. The infotainment screen is dead. The timing chain rattles on start up. It's doing a regen every 100 miles. Need I go on?

....but being a plate 66 plate car it has seen less revolutions of mother earth than the 16 plate French invader. 8)

How much do you want for it?

 
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: ronnyd on 06 February 2025, 16:00:21
Both front doors have faded to Vauxhall pink. One rear door has had a flirtation with a yellow bollard. The infotainment screen is dead. The timing chain rattles on start up. It's doing a regen every 100 miles. Need I go on?

....but being a plate 66 plate car it has seen less revolutions of mother earth than the 16 plate French invader. 8)

How much do you want for it?

 
Whatever it is, it's too much. ;)
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 06 February 2025, 16:52:19
Both front doors have faded to Vauxhall pink. One rear door has had a flirtation with a yellow bollard. The infotainment screen is dead. The timing chain rattles on start up. It's doing a regen every 100 miles. Need I go on?

....but being a plate 66 plate car it has seen less revolutions of mother earth than the 16 plate French invader. 8)

How much do you want for it?
I've no idea, I'll see what they offer. It's trade in value on auto trader is around £3K, I'll be lucky to see half of that.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 06 February 2025, 17:02:44
Having said that, look at the price of this  :o The nearest equivalent I can find

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202412107163736
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 06 February 2025, 17:23:14
And autotrader reckon this is a fair price. I reckon it's well too expensive

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202501178125358
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 06 February 2025, 19:06:21
And autotrader reckon this is a fair price. I reckon it's well too expensive

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202501178125358

See...it's become an appreciating classic during this conversation. :y
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Sir Tigger KC on 06 February 2025, 19:12:11
And autotrader reckon this is a fair price. I reckon it's well too expensive

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202501178125358

Save that on your phone, and show it to him when he offers you £2.50!  :)
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 06 February 2025, 19:31:15
Sigh.......why is nothing simple..... :-\
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: ronnyd on 06 February 2025, 19:44:36
If it's running ok, just keep the bloody thing and get the little niggles sorted.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Marks DTM Calib on 07 February 2025, 07:20:23
If you go for it, insist they make sure its got the latest software on the infotainment system, they are a bit temperamental at best, and need to be on the absolute latest release.

Check everything works, usual French electrics stuff
Thanks, Mark. Does it update OTA?

No, hence why you want it doing as part of the sales agreement  :y
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 08 February 2025, 11:21:20
Have you bought it?

It's officially the weekend. :)
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 08 February 2025, 12:35:17
Have you bought it?

It's officially the weekend. :)
No.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Rangie on 08 February 2025, 13:14:55
Have you bought it?

It's officially the weekend. :)
No.
.

Change of heart Steve  or non helpful salesperson ?
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 08 February 2025, 13:26:43
Have you bought it?

It's officially the weekend. :)
No.
.

Change of heart Steve  or non helpful salesperson ?
Change of heart, Mick. I'd probably be creating more problems than I already have. Plenty of time to decide, despite Opti saying my time is limited.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Rangie on 08 February 2025, 13:30:20
Have you bought it?

It's officially the weekend. :)
No.
.

Change of heart Steve  or non helpful salesperson ?
Change of heart, Mick. I'd probably be creating more problems than I already have. Plenty of time to decide, despite Opti saying my time is limited.
.

Yes I know that feeling .
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 08 February 2025, 13:31:30
Have you bought it?

It's officially the weekend. :)
No.
.

Change of heart Steve  or non helpful salesperson ?
Change of heart, Mick. I'd probably be creating more problems than I already have. Plenty of time to decide, despite Opti saying my time is limited.

I think it's wise to let this pass. :y

I'm guessing the money in column (Astra) and the money out column ( several months older Frenchie) are too far apart.

Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Sir Tigger KC on 09 February 2025, 11:42:36
When they first brought the Kadjar out I thought it was a nice looking car, but thought it was the size of a VW Touareg or Audi Q7, so when I saw one in the flesh I thought  "Is that it?"    :-\

I think you've done the right thing giving this a swerve Uncle STEMO. You're never to old to need that little smile when you plant your right foot down and you weren't going get that with a 1.6 diesel.  ::)   :)
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 09 February 2025, 12:09:38
When they first brought the Kadjar out I thought it was a nice looking car, but thought it was the size of a VW Touareg or Audi Q7, so when I saw one in the flesh I thought  "Is that it?"    :-\

I think you've done the right thing giving this a swerve Uncle STEMO. You're never to old to need that little smile when you plant your right foot down and you weren't going get that with a 1.6 diesel.  ::)   :)

Your uncle is a derv till I die man.... ;)

Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 09 February 2025, 12:17:55
When they first brought the Kadjar out I thought it was a nice looking car, but thought it was the size of a VW Touareg or Audi Q7, so when I saw one in the flesh I thought  "Is that it?"    :-\

I think you've done the right thing giving this a swerve Uncle STEMO. You're never to old to need that little smile when you plant your right foot down and you weren't going get that with a 1.6 diesel.  ::)   :)
I have a 1.6 diesel  :)
135bhp is enough to propel an astra quite nicely. It's as quick/slow as my 2.0 diesel astra J, which had 165bhp. But the K is much lighter.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Sir Tigger KC on 09 February 2025, 12:38:53
When they first brought the Kadjar out I thought it was a nice looking car, but thought it was the size of a VW Touareg or Audi Q7, so when I saw one in the flesh I thought  "Is that it?"    :-\

I think you've done the right thing giving this a swerve Uncle STEMO. You're never to old to need that little smile when you plant your right foot down and you weren't going get that with a 1.6 diesel.  ::)   :)

Your uncle is a derv till I die man.... ;)

Nothing wrong with DERV, but in my humble opinion, I wouldn't look at anything under 2ltr.  ::)

Maybe Uncle STEMO is right though and a 1.6 is fine in little car.  :-\
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 09 February 2025, 12:59:01
When they first brought the Kadjar out I thought it was a nice looking car, but thought it was the size of a VW Touareg or Audi Q7, so when I saw one in the flesh I thought  "Is that it?"    :-\

I think you've done the right thing giving this a swerve Uncle STEMO. You're never to old to need that little smile when you plant your right foot down and you weren't going get that with a 1.6 diesel.  ::)   :)
I have a 1.6 diesel  :)
135bhp is enough to propel an astra quite nicely. It's as quick/slow as my 2.0 diesel astra J, which had 165bhp. But the K is much lighter.

Broadly speaking about the same as a 3 litre Capri from the seventies....and that was considered something of a hotrod. :)
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 09 February 2025, 15:32:18
When they first brought the Kadjar out I thought it was a nice looking car, but thought it was the size of a VW Touareg or Audi Q7, so when I saw one in the flesh I thought  "Is that it?"    :-\

I think you've done the right thing giving this a swerve Uncle STEMO. You're never to old to need that little smile when you plant your right foot down and you weren't going get that with a 1.6 diesel.  ::)   :)
I have a 1.6 diesel  :)
135bhp is enough to propel an astra quite nicely. It's as quick/slow as my 2.0 diesel astra J, which had 165bhp. But the K is much lighter.

Broadly speaking about the same as a 3 litre Capri from the seventies....and that was considered something of a hotrod. :)
The capri didn't have the low down grunt of a diesel, either.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: countrywoman on 09 February 2025, 15:49:28
Especially with a fast road cam (how do I know) ::)
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 09 February 2025, 15:50:28
When they first brought the Kadjar out I thought it was a nice looking car, but thought it was the size of a VW Touareg or Audi Q7, so when I saw one in the flesh I thought  "Is that it?"    :-\

I think you've done the right thing giving this a swerve Uncle STEMO. You're never to old to need that little smile when you plant your right foot down and you weren't going get that with a 1.6 diesel.  ::)   :)
I have a 1.6 diesel  :)
135bhp is enough to propel an astra quite nicely. It's as quick/slow as my 2.0 diesel astra J, which had 165bhp. But the K is much lighter.

Broadly speaking about the same as a 3 litre Capri from the seventies....and that was considered something of a hotrod. :)
The capri didn't have the low down grunt of a diesel, either.
It did well to avoid the Pug turd that the Granada got.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 09 February 2025, 16:23:47
When they first brought the Kadjar out I thought it was a nice looking car, but thought it was the size of a VW Touareg or Audi Q7, so when I saw one in the flesh I thought  "Is that it?"    :-\

I think you've done the right thing giving this a swerve Uncle STEMO. You're never to old to need that little smile when you plant your right foot down and you weren't going get that with a 1.6 diesel.  ::)   :)
I have a 1.6 diesel  :)
135bhp is enough to propel an astra quite nicely. It's as quick/slow as my 2.0 diesel astra J, which had 165bhp. But the K is much lighter.

Broadly speaking about the same as a 3 litre Capri from the seventies....and that was considered something of a hotrod. :)
The capri didn't have the low down grunt of a diesel, either.

The 3 litre V6 Essex lump did most of it's best work at low revs. By 4500RPM it was starting to become breathless. Pretty much like  a diesel in that respect. :)

My M240i has maximum torque at a derv like 1900 RPM, where it kicks out 475 lb ft according to the Viezu dyno. Yet it revs to 7000 RPM.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: TheBoy on 09 February 2025, 16:34:37
Probably a wise choice to pass on it. At least as far as your head is concerned. The Astra might be a bit dull and boring, but is reliable and cheap to run.

Obviously, your heart says you want something different though!
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Migv6 le Frog Fan on 09 February 2025, 16:37:13
When they first brought the Kadjar out I thought it was a nice looking car, but thought it was the size of a VW Touareg or Audi Q7, so when I saw one in the flesh I thought  "Is that it?"    :-\

I think you've done the right thing giving this a swerve Uncle STEMO. You're never to old to need that little smile when you plant your right foot down and you weren't going get that with a 1.6 diesel.  ::)   :)
I have a 1.6 diesel  :)
135bhp is enough to propel an astra quite nicely. It's as quick/slow as my 2.0 diesel astra J, which had 165bhp. But the K is much lighter.

Broadly speaking about the same as a 3 litre Capri from the seventies....and that was considered something of a hotrod. :)
The capri didn't have the low down grunt of a diesel, either.

They didnt have much grunt, full stop.  ;D
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 09 February 2025, 16:39:42
I really need to delete the Autotrader app.....for a while anyway.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Sir Tigger KC on 09 February 2025, 17:00:07
I really need to delete the Autotrader app.....for a while anyway.

Nah keep looking. Something will tickle your fancy eventually.  :)
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 09 February 2025, 18:20:34
Probably a wise choice to pass on it. At least as far as your head is concerned. The Astra might be a bit dull and boring, but is reliable and cheap to run.

Obviously, your heart says you want something different though!

I initially thought the Renault was much newer than the 'dog-snotter' Astra, but it wasn't.

Plenty of one year old cars can be bought for around 50% of list price if you shop around.

Probably a better bet than a 9 year frenchie that is due for an electrical meltdown before  bursting into flames. :y
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 09 February 2025, 18:52:54
I'll probably end up with something like this

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202502088879265
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Sir Tigger KC on 09 February 2025, 19:21:57
I've been pondering getting something like this.  :-\

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202412217467761?sort=price-asc&searchId=8424ab46-c3d3-4427-90d3-b15a7ffc480d&advertising-location=at_cars&body-type=Estate&fuel-type=Diesel&make=BMW&maximum-mileage=125000&minimum-badge-engine-size=2.6&model=5%20Series&postcode=DT7%203NB&price-to=12000&year-from=2010&fromsra

Prefer one with a black interior though...
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 09 February 2025, 19:37:24
I've been pondering getting something like this.  :-\

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202412217467761?sort=price-asc&searchId=8424ab46-c3d3-4427-90d3-b15a7ffc480d&advertising-location=at_cars&body-type=Estate&fuel-type=Diesel&make=BMW&maximum-mileage=125000&minimum-badge-engine-size=2.6&model=5%20Series&postcode=DT7%203NB&price-to=12000&year-from=2010&fromsra

Prefer one with a black interior though...
The insurance on that would kill me  ;D
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: ronnyd on 09 February 2025, 19:47:48
I've been pondering getting something like this.  :-\

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202412217467761?sort=price-asc&searchId=8424ab46-c3d3-4427-90d3-b15a7ffc480d&advertising-location=at_cars&body-type=Estate&fuel-type=Diesel&make=BMW&maximum-mileage=125000&minimum-badge-engine-size=2.6&model=5%20Series&postcode=DT7%203NB&price-to=12000&year-from=2010&fromsra

Prefer one with a black interior though...
Could be worse, some look like a bad case of diarrhoea.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Sir Tigger KC on 09 February 2025, 20:11:03
I've been pondering getting something like this.  :-\

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202412217467761?sort=price-asc&searchId=8424ab46-c3d3-4427-90d3-b15a7ffc480d&advertising-location=at_cars&body-type=Estate&fuel-type=Diesel&make=BMW&maximum-mileage=125000&minimum-badge-engine-size=2.6&model=5%20Series&postcode=DT7%203NB&price-to=12000&year-from=2010&fromsra

Prefer one with a black interior though...
The insurance on that would kill me  ;D

Haven't got that far yet.  :-\   ;D

Although my old E39 530d was OK.  :)
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Viral_Jim on 10 February 2025, 05:19:31
My FIL has a 520d of this era and it's a really lovely thing to ride round in. His is (obviously) a 2L and a manual, neither of which really suits the car, but I can imagine a six pot auto would be a pretty perfect thing to knock about in  :y
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Sir Tigger KC on 10 February 2025, 11:04:08
My FIL has a 520d of this era and it's a really lovely thing to ride round in. His is (obviously) a 2L and a manual, neither of which really suits the car, but I can imagine a six pot auto would be a pretty perfect thing to knock about in  :y

I really liked my 1999 T reg E39 530d Touring. It was a great car, it pulled and sounded like a Deltic locomotive, and was reasonably economical as well.  :y

My theory is that the later versions should be even better?  ???  :-\  I need to test one though.  :)
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 10 February 2025, 11:16:08
EGR cooler and split turbo oil pipes are the two big items.

The first is a recall fix. The second is a reason not to buy an ex plod one. Another plod issue is cracking rear subframe mounts from overloading. Reinforcement was an option  :o

A nice privately owned one should be a safe bet. If you need a towbar and intend using it, then get the 535d. Same engine turned up to 11.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 10 February 2025, 12:33:09
I'll probably end up with something like this

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202502088879265

I thought you already have one.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: ronnyd on 10 February 2025, 12:37:05
I'll probably end up with something like this

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202502088879265

I thought you already have one.
Doubt Mrs Stemo will let him drive hers. :)
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 10 February 2025, 12:39:46
I'll probably end up with something like this

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202502088879265

I thought you already have one.
Doubt Mrs Stemo will let him drive hers. :)

I thought British law stated that everything owned by a woman still belongs to her husband. >:D
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Sir Tigger KC on 10 February 2025, 14:07:13
I'll probably end up with something like this

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202502088879265

I thought you already have one.
Doubt Mrs Stemo will let him drive hers. :)

I thought British law stated that everything owned by a woman still belongs to her husband. >:D

Yes that's very inclusive and equitable.  :y
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 10 February 2025, 15:17:20
I'll probably end up with something like this

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202502088879265

She lets me drive it to the fuel station every couple of weeks  ;D
I thought you already have one.
Doubt Mrs Stemo will let him drive hers. :)
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: STEMO on 10 February 2025, 15:35:14
I'll probably end up with something like this

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202502088879265

I thought you already have one.
Doubt Mrs Stemo will let him drive hers. :)
She lets me drive it to the fuel station every couple of weeks  ;D
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 10 February 2025, 15:44:01
I'll probably end up with something like this

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202502088879265

I thought you already have one.
Doubt Mrs Stemo will let him drive hers. :)

I thought British law stated that everything owned by a woman still belongs to her husband. >:D
Including the woman.

There is a catch.

It only applies if you follow Sharia Law, which is not dissimilar as a concept to living your life by the rules to dungeons and dragons or Warhammer.

The woman doesn't have to be in the same country, let alone room to get married. A representative of her or her guardian, who could be someone that has 'known' both people qualifies and a couple of witnesses, also 'known' to the couple are all that's required. Any dowry gets paid to the Guardian.

I flew with a woman in such a 'marriage' who really hates her 'husband'. I suggested that if she really wanted to piss him off that we could go to Vegas and tie the knot and there wouldn't be a single thing he could do about it.

There's a reason Sharia marriage isn't recognised legally in most countries but for these men it's about power and control. They're so arrogant they don't even consider legalising the marriage in their country of residence.
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Sir Tigger KC on 10 February 2025, 15:49:19
I'll probably end up with something like this

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202502088879265

I thought you already have one.
Doubt Mrs Stemo will let him drive hers. :)

I thought British law stated that everything owned by a woman still belongs to her husband. >:D
Including the woman.

There is a catch.

It only applies if you follow Sharia Law, which is not dissimilar as a concept to living your life by the rules to dungeons and dragons or Warhammer.

The woman doesn't have to be in the same country, let alone room to get married. A representative of her or her guardian, who could be someone that has 'known' both people qualifies and a couple of witnesses, also 'known' to the couple are all that's required. Any dowry gets paid to the Guardian.

I flew with a woman in such a 'marriage' who really hates her 'husband'. I suggested that if she really wanted to piss him off that we could go to Vegas and tie the knot and there wouldn't be a single thing he could do about it.

There's a reason Sharia marriage isn't recognised legally in most countries but for these men it's about power and control. They're so arrogant they don't even consider legalising the marriage in their country of residence.

Did she accept your generous and romantic proposal?  ???   ;D
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Raeturbo on 10 February 2025, 21:29:20
I'll probably end up with something like this

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202502088879265

I thought you already have one.
Doubt Mrs Stemo will let him drive hers. :)
She lets me drive it to the fuel station every couple of weeks  ;D

                 What a kind gesture❤️. Valentine’s Day is the 14th this year mind😀🤣
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 11 February 2025, 12:21:07
I'll probably end up with something like this

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202502088879265

I thought you already have one.
Doubt Mrs Stemo will let him drive hers. :)

I thought British law stated that everything owned by a woman still belongs to her husband. >:D
Including the woman.

There is a catch.

It only applies if you follow Sharia Law, which is not dissimilar as a concept to living your life by the rules to dungeons and dragons or Warhammer.

The woman doesn't have to be in the same country, let alone room to get married. A representative of her or her guardian, who could be someone that has 'known' both people qualifies and a couple of witnesses, also 'known' to the couple are all that's required. Any dowry gets paid to the Guardian.

I flew with a woman in such a 'marriage' who really hates her 'husband'. I suggested that if she really wanted to piss him off that we could go to Vegas and tie the knot and there wouldn't be a single thing he could do about it.

There's a reason Sharia marriage isn't recognised legally in most countries but for these men it's about power and control. They're so arrogant they don't even consider legalising the marriage in their country of residence.


Apparently we have around 70 Sharia courts in the UK.......and growing. :-X
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: ronnyd on 11 February 2025, 15:50:51
I'll probably end up with something like this

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202502088879265

I thought you already have one.
Doubt Mrs Stemo will let him drive hers. :)
She lets me drive it to the fuel station every couple of weeks  ;D

                 What a kind gesture❤️. Valentine’s Day is the 14th this year mind😀🤣
Isn't Valentines Day on the 14th every year Rae?  ;)
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Raeturbo on 11 February 2025, 15:52:42
Good God Ronnie, can’t I get away with any sarcasm at all mate?🤣🤣🤣
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 11 February 2025, 17:44:18
I'll probably end up with something like this

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202502088879265

I thought you already have one.
Doubt Mrs Stemo will let him drive hers. :)

I thought British law stated that everything owned by a woman still belongs to her husband. >:D
Including the woman.

There is a catch.

It only applies if you follow Sharia Law, which is not dissimilar as a concept to living your life by the rules to dungeons and dragons or Warhammer.

The woman doesn't have to be in the same country, let alone room to get married. A representative of her or her guardian, who could be someone that has 'known' both people qualifies and a couple of witnesses, also 'known' to the couple are all that's required. Any dowry gets paid to the Guardian.

I flew with a woman in such a 'marriage' who really hates her 'husband'. I suggested that if she really wanted to piss him off that we could go to Vegas and tie the knot and there wouldn't be a single thing he could do about it.

There's a reason Sharia marriage isn't recognised legally in most countries but for these men it's about power and control. They're so arrogant they don't even consider legalising the marriage in their country of residence.

Did she accept your generous and romantic proposal?  ???   ;D
Oddly enough, no. ;D
Title: Re: Think I might buy an actual French Renault at the weekend
Post by: ronnyd on 11 February 2025, 22:10:26
Good God Ronnie, can’t I get away with any sarcasm at all mate?🤣🤣🤣
Sorry Rae.  ;D