Still tempted, right at the bangernomics end I could maybe just keep it as a second bike wagon and keep the polo for my wife's commuting duties and save myself her wrath when it doesn't start at 8am 20 miles from home at the end of a night shift...
Currently a few that are peeking my interest. An old guy selling up due to needing an auto and looking for £1500 for an 08 with 50k miles. Panels have taken a bit of a beating but the MOT history ain't too bad. Looks like he's used it as a general load lugger. I guess this will be one of the earliest HDI engines so maybe cause for concern?
Then 2 others, which aren't in the bangernomics realm at all, but could be okay. A 2011 XTR with 118k miles and a full MOT that sounds pretty well looked after with timing belt and water pump done at 93k and 2 front springs, nearside side top mount, 2 wishbone bushes, new front disc and pads, rear pads and a nearside ball joint all done for the recent MOTin Feb. So sounds a fairly well maintained motor as long as that can all be backed up with receipts.Pictures make it look in good condition too. There is one more at nearly an identical age/mileage/price but the history isn't as compelling... Hmm.
Comfy driving position
Not if you’re nearly 6’, with an arthritic left knee, in which case they’re the most uncomfortable cars it’s possible to find, and I’ve driven hundreds - just the thought of getting into one and driving it a couple of hundred yards makes me feel nauseous, having to drive one a couple of hundred miles would almost have me in tears; thankfully I no longer have to do that.
However, the latest version, which isn’t van-based, or if it is, is a completely different platform, is vastly improved and a much nicer place to be.
New one is PSA’s EMP2 platform which they use for everything from 308 to SUV/crossovers to the midsize vans (Dispatch/Expert).
Previous gen was PF2 and shared with 308, C4 and the like of that era. Pre 2008 was a proper, specific van.
Your right I should have been clearer
Its Comfy to drive unless your countzero.
I'm 6 ft 3 and both gen 1 ( van and car) and gen 2 are dandy.
i've got a 'classic' 2005 Multispace Desire with the modutop. Love it but I'm thinking of changing it. I now spend about £500 per year on maintenance/repairs which is not too bad considering age. Most of the repairs are wear and tear related.
Those of you with 08-18 models, what sort of real world mpg do you achieve?
45mpg 2015 outdoor(slightly higher and heavier than standard model) - With the addition of thule racks-non aero - Bike trailer for jnr takes up too much room for bikes inside safely) 1.6HDI 92bhp.
thanks to the wonder of aerodynamics itll do 50-55 on a run on country roads at 55.
but on the dualer at 70 on cruise its more or less always 45 unless a strong headwind.
Those of you with 08-18 models, what sort of real world mpg do you achieve?
Dash says 46mpg on mine. Mix of local and longer journeys but no daily commute. Same engine as Trail rat above.
I think I'm getting about 42mpg, but journeys are short mainly. If I go for longer drives (not been for a while) then I get about 50mpg.
Partner Tepee Outdoor 115bhp 1.6 HDi engine
