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Re: So, back to the age old question
« Reply #15 on: 14 July 2020, 19:48:44 »
Lexus IS250?
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Re: So, back to the age old question
« Reply #16 on: 14 July 2020, 19:50:56 »
Quote from: VXL V6 on 14 July 2020, 19:48:44
Lexus IS250?
Too small.  Like most medium Jap cars, they are narrow inside.
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Re: So, back to the age old question
« Reply #17 on: 14 July 2020, 19:53:20 »
XJ 2.7d?

X-type (not sure if they did an awd diesel  :-\)
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Re: So, back to the age old question
« Reply #18 on: 14 July 2020, 19:59:18 »
Zafira 2.0DTi (No cost option!)  :D
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Re: So, back to the age old question
« Reply #19 on: 14 July 2020, 20:27:53 »
Quote from: VXL V6 on 14 July 2020, 19:59:18
Zafira 2.0DTi (No cost option!)  :D
That suggestion was made earlier. I am still holding a bag of frozen peas to stop the swelling.
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Re: So, back to the age old question
« Reply #20 on: 14 July 2020, 20:34:31 »
The most economical & reliable vehicle that I've ever owned was a Mazda6 2 litre turbo diesel 46mpg on a normal run & 62mpg on a long run  had it from new & kept it 8 years never missed a beat, and extremely comfortable.
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Re: So, back to the age old question
« Reply #21 on: 14 July 2020, 20:55:50 »
The XJ 2.7d would be the tempter for me,although I have read[on here?] that the 2.7d has a habit of snapping crankshafts for fun with no warning,how true this is I can't say.
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Re: So, back to the age old question
« Reply #22 on: 14 July 2020, 21:00:43 »
Quote from: BazaJT on 14 July 2020, 20:55:50
The XJ 2.7d would be the tempter for me,although I have read[on here?] that the 2.7d has a habit of snapping crankshafts for fun with no warning,how true this is I can't say.
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If that is the same engine that's used in the Range Rover it's very true the forum is full of horror stories & advice to avoid it.
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Re: So, back to the age old question
« Reply #23 on: 14 July 2020, 21:04:40 »
Quote from: Rangie on 14 July 2020, 21:00:43
Quote from: BazaJT on 14 July 2020, 20:55:50
The XJ 2.7d would be the tempter for me,although I have read[on here?] that the 2.7d has a habit of snapping crankshafts for fun with no warning,how true this is I can't say.
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If that is the same engine that's used in the Range Rover it's very true the forum is full of horror stories & advice to avoid it.
It doesn't like that application, possibly the demands on the driveline of shifting the weight. Lasts much better in traditional cars, especially the XJ as it weighs almost nothing compared to the RR platforms. Also happy enough in PSA chassis  ;)
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Re: So, back to the age old question
« Reply #24 on: 14 July 2020, 21:10:38 »
I recall Jeremy Clarkson was pretty impressed with the one he used in a Top Gear challenge from the continent to Blackpool.
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Re: So, back to the age old question
« Reply #25 on: 14 July 2020, 21:40:04 »
Audi A6 ??
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Re: So, back to the age old question
« Reply #26 on: 14 July 2020, 21:55:00 »
Quote from: Entwood on 14 July 2020, 21:40:04
Audi A6 ??
DSG?

Timing gear on the V6 is engine out to fix.
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Re: So, back to the age old question
« Reply #27 on: 14 July 2020, 22:49:08 »
Or you could have a CVT, which is so much better  ;D

In the interests of suggesting stuff you've never heard of...

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/202006240486975?atmobcid=soc3
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Re: So, back to the age old question
« Reply #28 on: 14 July 2020, 23:21:38 »
BMW 520d F10

Volvo S80 D5 or D4, I’ve had my ‘12’ S80 for 3 years, you did drive an S60 I had, don’t think you’ve driven my S80...I think it’s great. The ‘63’ onwards will have BT audio streaming, phone, and lots of other things you’d want, and they’re very cheap!

Mercedes C, E or ML?

Discovery 3/4

Subaru Outback

I’ve got a ‘15’ 520d touring you can take, and a 440i coupe. The 440i clearly no good, but a fun drive. The 520d no good as it’s an estate, I’m not a BMW fan, but it’s an ok car to drive.
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Re: So, back to the age old question
« Reply #29 on: 15 July 2020, 08:53:40 »
I would avoid anything with the BMW 2.0 diesel engine, its a chain eater.  :y
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