m_power 0 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 So im looking into getting a more "practical" daily driver once my 318 is sold and 318is is finished. So im really looking at buying next year. But i always plan for the future its just the way i am, i always want the best bang for my buck and want to make sure the car i buy is the best one for my circumstances. So iv given a possible list of cars im interested in, one non BMW included. I want a car that can take some gear and be capable of traveling long distances easily and comfortably. I also dont want something that is going to be a pain driving around Auckland traffic. So there are the choices vote if you wish, but please tell me what you voted for as i need other opinions in this matter. At the moment i am leaning towards the E34 TOURING, its safe, big, comfortable and looks good. Iv basicly ruled out the e30 sedan as that doesnt fit the criteria but put it in there anyway. Would love the E30 TOURING but i think it would be too small as i need to use this car for work which involves picking stuff up etc etc... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M3 Cab 0 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 where's the Holden option? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
B*Emz 0 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 How much will you have to spend? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
m_power 0 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 where's the Holden option?LOL...too much on gas... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
m_power 0 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 How much will you have to spend?It really depends on how much i get for my 318 and how much i have spare for a car...but im guessing around about the $6500 mark...keep in mind that next year cars will depreciate in value too. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nobimmer 694 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 Buy a Honda? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
m_power 0 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 Buy a Honda?Not an option. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OLLIE 26 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 E36 touring too ugly? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew 30 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 its safe, big, comfortable and looks good. Ya don't want big and safe when your 16! any E34 worth getting is hard to get insurance on at your age. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
m_power 0 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 Ya don't want big and safe when your 16! any E34 worth getting is hard to get insurance on at your age. Insurance is no problem... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
m_power 0 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 E36 touring too ugly?Oh yeh forgotn about them, should have put that were e30 sedan was...one of them could be a good choice and the prices seem to be coming down laterly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bravo 35 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 There are other jap wagons that are alot better reliability wise than a legacy. There are low-capacity holden Acclaim wagons. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nobimmer 694 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 And Toyota Carib wagons have treated me and others in my family good Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
m_power 0 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 I know there are varous japanses wagons that are great and fit the braket...i just put the lagacy in there as it is just one of the many that poped to my mind. But would prefer to stay euro and even better BMW. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ThreeOneEight 0 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 Peugeot 405 Turbo diesel wagon. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
allan 295 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 For give me but do you want it to be reliable, cheeppppp!!! to run and have plenty of space for around $6500.00. Sorry to rain on your parade then I wouldn't buy a BMW, their are untold better vehicles out their that will suit your needs far better than BMW. Best of luck in your search. Allan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
m_power 0 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 For give me but do you want it to be reliable, cheeppppp!!! to run and have plenty of space for around $6500.00. Sorry to rain on your parade then I wouldn't buy a BMW, their are untold better vehicles out their that will suit your needs far better than BMW. Best of luck in your search. Allan Yes i know i am asking alot and am being a typical customer who wants everything for nothing. But i do understand that it porbably cant be a BMW at that price. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
m_power 0 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 Iv got it!!! Diesel Corolla touring ftw! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nobimmer 694 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 cheap and safe to run is always good when you're young. E30 owed me $3k,which was essentially every dollar I had saved since buying it. Lil jappa made me $1k in profit. But BMW's are the win either way Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
B*Emz 0 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 Being loyal is ftl in these situations! Buy a honda! Who care's if your not particularly in love with your work/daily car (I know you love the word daily, don't lie!) Like you say, you need something practical that is easy to get around auckland with. Buy something asian and auto. You'll technically get more for your buck with the criteria you've got, and go home and drive your iS when your missing the euro buzz! My 'daily' is a good old e36 316, this year alone it owes me a pretty nasty amount, sure half of that is my fault for say hitting birds... launching it off bridges.. whatever. But I must say my old toyota corona coped with all that a heck of a lot better than the BMW! My 2c. Honnnnnnnndaaaaaaaa Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
m_power 0 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 Being loyal is ftl in these situations! Buy a honda! Who care's if your not particularly in love with your work/daily car (I know you love the word daily, don't lie!) Like you say, you need something practical that is easy to get around auckland with. Buy something asian and auto. You'll technically get more for your buck with the criteria you've got, and go home and drive your iS when your missing the euro buzz! My 'daily' is a good old e36 316, this year alone it owes me a pretty nasty amount, sure half of that is my fault for say hitting birds... launching it off bridges.. whatever. But I must say my old toyota corona coped with all that a heck of a lot better than the BMW! My 2c. Honnnnnnnndaaaaaaaa Wise words...iv always noticed that you call your 316 a "daily" in your personal profile section so i thought i would copy the wise one Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Silver Fox 43 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 FYI Toyota don't make a touring, they make station wagons. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gus 5 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 just get a jappa, some POS that you dont care about. pay as little as possible else, an e30 touring is cool, but not that many around to choose from Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
m_power 0 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 FYI Toyota don't make a touring, they make station wagons. I know...i wanted to make it sound more BMW... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BMW POWER 2 Report post Posted July 19, 2007 Subaru Wagon for a 15 year old male in Auckland? Try it! Hmmm i would say keep your E30 don't get a 5 series touring. I think you're forgetting how young you are no offense aye. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
