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Old 27 February 2004, 09:44 PM
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I have owned my Scooby Wagon (MY00) since new and its been great, no trouble at all except the usual alarm problem (fixed under warranty).

I am now considering the possibilty of changing cars - trouble is, I don't have a clue what to look at? What are the contenders?

Requirements:- needs to house a dog - so wagon or coupe with large hatch area (like the old Calibra)

Needs to be able to pull a Folding Camper of about 900kgs

Needs to show a turn of speed (but not necessarily in the Impreza class!)

Needs to be economical on fuel (like the Calibra was! 45mpg all the time)

Needs to look good

Needs to be reliable (so that rules out VW and Audi!)

Oh, yes, I don't desire to modify it in any way and have no urge to do trackdays either!

Any ideas anyone? before I drive myself crazy!

Pete

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Old 27 February 2004, 09:56 PM
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Volvo V70 diesel? Or if you can put up with the Impreza style fuel consumption a turbo petrol.


I wouldn't but I reckon it meets most of your criteria.
Old 27 February 2004, 09:57 PM
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Pete me old mucker

What's a gog?

Howsabout a Legacy estate?!
Old 27 February 2004, 10:16 PM
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Legacy - nice motor and I do like Subaru, BUT, residuals are terrible on them aren't they? ... maybe a 1 year old? agog is what the ladies do when I drop me troosers!

Volvo? interesting! didn't even give them a thought - but will now, thanks!

Anymore for anymore?

Pete

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Old 27 February 2004, 10:21 PM
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Skoda Octavia
BMW 3 Series Tourer
Saab?
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Since you say you get so much money,why not just get what you fancy,you can't take it with you!




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