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Mr Fugley wishes to change his car (currently an S reg Renault Clio).
I've got it down to two that I like, the Focus or the Astra. Please do not confuse the issue for me by suggesting a different option but your opinions on the above are invited and will be appreciated.
Thanks!
Which particular models are you thinking about, you boring bar steward.
You alright Fugs??? :blink:Quote:
Originally posted by fugley@3 August 2003 - 15:30
Mr Fugley wishes to change his car (currently an S reg Renault Clio).
I've got it down to two that I like, the Focus or the Astra. Please do not confuse the issue for me by suggesting a different option but your opinions on the above are invited and will be appreciated.
Thanks!
Bit tame for you ain't it?? :lol: :lol:
Go for the Ford dude.........good cars :)
Jonno B)
Actually there's one other to comment on.....Quote:
Originally posted by JPaul@3 August 2003 - 15:33
Which particular models are you thinking about, you boring bar steward.
The Toyota Clamydia!
Actually there's one other to comment on.....Quote:
Originally posted by fugley+3 August 2003 - 16:36--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (fugley @ 3 August 2003 - 16:36)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-JPaul@3 August 2003 - 15:33
Which particular models are you thinking about, you boring bar steward.
The Toyota Clamydia! [/b][/quote]
You can get some cream for that.
Actually, it's like asking which colour of sh*t do you prefer.
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Gnorf! Gnorf!Quote:
Originally posted by lynx@3 August 2003 - 15:47
Actually, it's like asking which colour of sh*t do you prefer.
http://www.ebaumsworld.com/forumfun/misc12.jpg
astra, i hate focuses
At one time, I would have said Astra every time, but I had the oportunity to test drive both about 2 years ago. The Astra has got so overweight it can't hack it against the Focus.
Don't know about the Toyota thingy, but you know what they say- the car in front is a Toyota - why doesn't the twat pull over and let people pass ?
Anyway, they are all crap, get a Seat.
my mam drives a seat ibiza, it's quite a nice little car
Come on now, don't exclude the Ladies in the discussion.
What colour do you want it to be.
:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:Quote:
Originally posted by JPaul@3 August 2003 - 17:11
Come on now, don't exclude the Ladies in the discussion.
What colour do you want it to be.
Get the Focus, Vauxhalls are dead easy to nick!
Keep em commin me is readin. By the way JP I want somat Aquatic Metalic.Quote:
Originally posted by gecko1001@3 August 2003 - 16:46
Get the Focus, Vauxhalls are dead easy to nick!
:)
Keep em commin me is readin. By the way JP I want somat Aquatic Metalic.Quote:
Originally posted by fugley+3 August 2003 - 16:55--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (fugley @ 3 August 2003 - 16:55)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-gecko1001@3 August 2003 - 16:46
Get the Focus, Vauxhalls are dead easy to nick!
:) [/b][/quote]
With a fluffy kitten hangin from the rear-view mirror.
With a fluffy kitten hangin from the rear-view mirror. [/b][/quote]Quote:
Originally posted by fugley+3 August 2003 - 16:58--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (fugley @ 3 August 2003 - 16:58)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'>Quote:
Originally posted by fugley@3 August 2003 - 16:55
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@3 August 2003 - 16:46
Get the Focus, Vauxhalls are dead easy to nick!
Keep em commin me is readin. By the way JP I want somat Aquatic Metalic.
:)
And a Quim-Mingus air freshner! :ph34r:
Me is worrying, with me mentalist mind now about the names of the cars me is contemplatin!!!!
The Focus (Sounds like fuck arse!)
and
The Astra (Arstra!)
Maybe me has tendencies which is commin out!
:blink:
http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_153.jpg
http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_145.jpg
http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_163.jpg
http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_158.jpg
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I used to like the Astra, however having driven a modern Focus I think it is a nice (if seriously bland) car. You would also have no problem getting parts for it if required.
If I had to get one or t'other (which I wouldn't thro' choice) I would get a Focus.
Hope you is not some Ford Sales guy playin mind games with me JP!Quote:
Originally posted by JPaul@3 August 2003 - 17:07
http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_153.jpg
http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_145.jpg
http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_163.jpg
http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_158.jpg
http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_47.jpg
I used to like the Astra, however having driven a modern Focus I think it is a nice (if seriously bland) car. You would also have no problem getting parts for it if required.
If I had to get one or t'other (which I wouldn't thro' choice) I would get a Focus.
Have to admit they does look a little more swish than the Astra!
Nice pics JP thanks - but did they air brush the pimples?
See I don't even know what that means.
go for the focus
I think I'll go for the four door hatch (called a five door).Quote:
Originally posted by JPaul@3 August 2003 - 17:07
http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_153.jpg
http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_145.jpg
http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_163.jpg
http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_158.jpg
http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_47.jpg
I used to like the Astra, however having driven a modern Focus I think it is a nice (if seriously bland) car. You would also have no problem getting parts for it if required.
If I had to get one or t'other (which I wouldn't thro' choice) I would get a Focus.
Anythin off for cash Mr JP???
What he said.Quote:
Originally posted by 3rd gen noob@3 August 2003 - 18:28
go for the focus
New thread for model at all.
What he said.Quote:
Originally posted by JPaul+3 August 2003 - 17:30--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (JPaul @ 3 August 2003 - 17:30)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-3rd gen noob@3 August 2003 - 18:28
go for the focus
New thread for model at all. [/b][/quote]
As long as its Aquatic Frost me is content.....
you want the ST170 or Focus RS if you can afford :P
if you have quite a bit of spare cash, you could get the WRC car
however, back to the real world, the 5 door hatch is probably the best...
Thanks Mr Noob.Quote:
Originally posted by 3rd gen noob@3 August 2003 - 17:53
you want the ST170 or Focus RS if you can afford :P
if you have quite a bit of spare cash, you could get the WRC car
however, back to the real world, the 5 door hatch is probably the best...
you could also try Fords newest release, the "Pubic"
It's made out of old corsairs!
:P
Think about it........
gnorf! gnorf!Quote:
Originally posted by zacspeed@3 August 2003 - 18:08
you could also try Fords newest release, the "Pubic"
It's made out of old corsairs!
:P
Think about it........
Get an Astra coupe 2.0 turbo limited/bertone edtion. Looks gr8 and goes like poo poo off a shiny shovel!
Or a Seat Leon Cupra R (same reason as above) but 210bhp out a 1.8!!!
Of course I'm biased, I work for 'em!
focus rs would kill a leon :PQuote:
Originally posted by namzuf9@3 August 2003 - 20:19
Get an Astra coupe 2.0 turbo limited/bertone edtion. Looks gr8 and goes like poo poo off a shiny shovel!
Or a Seat Leon Cupra R (same reason as above) but 210bhp out a 1.8!!!
Of course I'm biased, I work for 'em!
focus rs would kill a leon :P [/b][/quote]Quote:
Originally posted by 3rd gen noob+3 August 2003 - 19:21--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (3rd gen noob @ 3 August 2003 - 19:21)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-namzuf9@3 August 2003 - 20:19
Get an Astra coupe 2.0 turbo limited/bertone edtion. Looks gr8 and goes like poo poo off a shiny shovel!
Or a Seat Leon Cupra R (same reason as above) but 210bhp out a 1.8!!!
Of course I'm biased, I work for 'em!
Probaly true but I dont get to drive a RS Focus :P
:lol:Quote:
Originally posted by namzuf9@3 August 2003 - 20:24
Probaly true but I dont get to drive a RS Focus :P
you ever heard of the german leon with 490bhp?
there's a video of it doing 190 mph on the autobahn, which is pretty impressive
however, it was 5 up at the time... :o
:lol:Quote:
Originally posted by 3rd gen noob+3 August 2003 - 19:26--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (3rd gen noob @ 3 August 2003 - 19:26)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-namzuf9@3 August 2003 - 20:24
Probaly true but I dont get to drive a RS Focus :P
you ever heard of the german leon with 490bhp?
there's a video of it doing 190 mph on the autobahn, which is pretty impressive
however, it was 5 up at the time... :o [/b][/quote]
'kin hell :w00t:
Anyway back on topic......
With cars nowdays it's always best to look a bit further down the line in terms of costs-servicing being a big one.
For example an Astra 16 valve will need it's cambelt changed about every 40,000 miles, so if you do high mileage it may cost ya.
Best way to find out about the servicing intervals on a car is to go to a main dealer and speak to their sevice department (sales will fob you off with bs to try and sell you a motor.)