zs_phil

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Stupid question really

Been looking as you do on the interweb at cars and i wouldnt mind having a look at focus st's and a astra vxr or even a corsa vxr or clio 197.
Currently drive a civic type r (ep3)
But was just wanting to have a nosey and a drive as i dont know if id regret a move to one of these
Every car ive testdrove i pretty much buy but want to itch my curiousity really after a drive do you just say i dont like so i dont get harrased by phonecalls blah blah blah

Strange question really but got a week off work and weathers crap

Herbie.

You will probably like the Astra VXR, good looking and not bad to drive. Will feel quicker than your CTR.

mervil

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Just say you'll have a think about it as you've got a few others to try I never get hounded with phonecalls etc as I never give them my number just go into the dealership!

justin_watson

Focus ST's are nice! watch out for really bad torque steer in the VXR range!

zs_phil

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Used to that from my mk1 focus rs

steviefastbikes

I test drove a few cars recently before settling on my spec d
Just be honest with them and tell them you want a proper drive to get a feel for the car before you make your decision.
Ask the youngest salesmen they are more likely to let you have a spirited drive

daz1968

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Before I bought my first scoob I was thinking if a fiesta st I know no real comparison I couldn't get a test drive by being honest and stating that I was interested in the fiesta but needed to drive it before making my mind up, they wanted me to say I wanted it subject to a test drive and wanted a deposit, went to Subaru dealer they just gave me the keys, ten minutes later after driving it I knew the fiesta was a no brainer. So I would say depends on the dealer.

Littleted

i had an Astra VXR before my scoob nice car.

Only issue i had was

No good for Kids too small in back and 3 door
When you popped it in reverse your hand/gearstick scuffs passeger seat

But nice car, fast too, BUT id say not much better on fuel than my new STI Saloon,

I didnt like the Focus ST lad at work had one didnt feel that fast but was nice n big inside

I do like Clios they are always quick as fack

zs_phil

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Ah well i have two girls aged 4 and 9 so might be a problem i have also noticed most newish cars are 4 seaters which my type r is and i hate not having 5 seatbelts

Littleted

I had the type R civic 03 plate loved it, loads room in back also, but yes 4 seats.

Thing is, test drive them and test em out, your call in the end, I just know from how i feel 3 doors are nicer looking, and your kids are a wee bit older than my youngist, so easy for them to get in and out, But youll know getting a child seat in a 3 door and faffin about is a ballache,

And my eldist is 17 dropping her off and not having to get out the car is great LOL

im unsure what ya budget is but if u want some little hot hatch for a family id probably look at a SKODA ( gulp ) VRS or most possibly a GOLF Gti

mervil

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Mazda 3 MPS?

mervil

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zs_phil

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Do like the mps and i think they look like the hatchback sti too,
Nearly went all sensible and bought a bmw e92 3 series 320i but realised when i was just about to sign for it i was making a mistake salesman wasnt too happy and the week after was followed by 5 calls aday from him and his manager