Another surprised voice for "why the hell hasn't Renton's Mondeo sold?"
Without wanting to hijack the thread Im suprised it hasnt sold either, its got to be the cheapest 2.2 tdci 200bhp mondeo on the internet with this spec.
As an aside I had a 2010 S max ecoboost with the powershift gearbox and to start with I loved it however after living with it for a while I become more and more frustrated with the hesitation when pulling out from junctions or roundabouts etc.
It also made the car less economical.
320d things that's just huge
You need to re-asses your ability to judge size...
Matt I had to re read that, I think he's talking about a Mercedes E class 320? Not the cramped BMW 320d
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^ Yup, thats the bug eyed 320d I was on about.
Problem is if you type 320d most people will think BMW
If you type E320 they will think Merc, its a minefield I tell you 😉
Renton, I'd [i]imagine[/i] it's just because not many people would be interested in committing to buying a s/h car (privately also), 3 months before it's available.
I'd stop lowering the price and just list when it's nearing availability. It is a nice motor and you'll kick yourself if you let it go for buttons.
I had a new company car delivered yesterday Skoda Superb 2.0 TDi DSG SE Business. It's very large, has a bigger boot than the Mondeo it replaced, very nice to drive and all the bells and whistles. If the older model is anywhere near as good then a second hand one should be a right bargain.
The Superb was on our list - and was quickly knocked off due to the awful middle seat. It is a huuge car, with basically four seats for a long journey, especially if your kids are tween/teenage or more. It was more uncomfortable than the Mondeo or any people carrier.
I don't get it - the superb (and others) is as wide as the Galaxy, yet has this, the middle being hard, flat and little leg room:
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Yes, the Superb is great for four over long distances, but only OK for five adults for shorter ones. Not a problem for me but I can fully understand why it is off your list.
The reason for this is partly because it is narrower than you think- the body of Galaxy Is actually nearly four inches wider than a Mk2 Superb and some of that has to be translated to the interior. (galaxy 1884 mm, Superb 1780mm)
The Transmission tunnel is for the 4wd versions but the body in white is the same for all models
Id go a6 myself. Infact I did. I went for the 6 speed though over auto. Personal preference. Boot space is great for me. I bought the saloon too. No issue with bikes and shopping. Leg room is amazing even with ling drivers legs. Comfy as you like and my 3.0 tdi quattro still returns me 40mpg on the motorway. With my lead foot..
Another vote for the E class Estate ...
I have a 2006 E320 cdi - 3 litre diesel - had it from new. Do 20k per year in it - now at 180k. Had a recon turbo at 165k apart from that 2 ball joints and a brake pipe. Have serviced at an Indepedant rather than main dealer.
Regularly do 600 miles in a day in it. Takes my XL 29er in the back with the seats down and both wheels on. 35mpg all day long will do 40 odd if you go easy. It’s quick and handles and stops well.
With a full length roof box and tow bar mounted bike carrier its a massive load lugging family holiday road trip mobile.
If this one ever dies and its showing no signs of at the moment I’d get another. I reckon it should be good for about 400K miles before it becomes a tad worn feeling.
