Conference terri::cars_uk

102.0. "Ideas for the next car !" by CHEFS::LAWSONM (Jesus is Lord over all the Earth) Fri Mar 11 1988 16:24

Hi all !

I have a serious question to ask. 
    
I know from the notes posted in this file that there are a lot of wise and 
learned people about.

My lease car will be due for changing in the next 3-4 months and I thought 
I should turn my mind to it's replacement.

I currently drive a BMW 325i two door. I have enjoyed it greatly. It is 
fast and reasonably stable ( for a 3xx BMW). The headroom and space in the 
back seats are somewhat limited.

I don't want to spend more than 4700 unless I *really **HAVE** to* 100% max 
is 5000.

what would you suggest ?

My ideals are

1.  Reasonably fast less than 10 sec 0 - 60mph.
2.  Reasonable top speed minimum 100mph .
3.  4/5 doors.
4.  Electric windows and sunroof.
5   PAS.
6.  reasonable space for 5 adults.
7.  Should be able to pull a medium sized caravan without dying.
8.  Automatic would be nice.

I realise that no car will be as quick as the BMW I have now but I guess I 
am now looking for something  little different.

Any one care to propose some cars or best method of selecting one ???

Mark
    

    Go for the "cheap car on lease" + "wife in real car during the week"
    option. My old manager did this with a 190 Merc' as his 'company car'
    and a Rolls Silver Shadow as his 'wifes' car.
    

    MAY I PUT ONE QUICK SUGGESTION FORWARD THE SAAB 900 TURBO