or similar for a daily run around. Only want to spend around £2k. Looks like i'll be able to get one with about 85K+ on the clock.

Does anyone have one and what should I look out for?

Can anyone recommend anything similar?

Paul.

 

solid but oh so boring to drive.

 

As per Ricks comments

Great cars all the mid range size VAG cars are awesomely reliable

But my god they are dull to drive

I have an A6 that i have done 40k miles in 12 months and its only had 2 tyres and 3 services thats it

also always gives 48+ Mpg


Nige

 

Actually may go for a focus diesel as the insurance is nearly £100 cheaper. I can then put some slicks on and join Marco's Focus estate WRC team

 

 

the passat is not just a boring drive - it's much worse than that

the mass of the engine is forwards of the front wheels. kinda like a 911 in reverse. the understeer is terrible.

 

I have a 2003 Passat TDi , good relaible cars but go round corners like a brick.

Nice and comfi to drive ,if your looking for one make sure you get a comfort line one (has nice seats,armrest & Elec windows)

They also have a habit of eating front and back bushings & tyres and
chech the central locking this gives trouble on all them, big money to fix

 

The Focus WRC is soon to be joined by the Mondeo Diesel Touring car

 

I got a 52 plate one. Awsome car, nice comfy to drive and quite in the cabin etc. Though they are not fun to drive, but hey who buys a big derv saloon thats fun to drive.

I just waft along in it, loverly car

 

Me

But mine does have the sports suspention ect