Is 100k really that important now?
05-10-2013, 06:06 PM
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Is 100k really that important now?
For years and years that 100k mark has had a mass effect on the sales of vehicles but with new technology and cars being built so much better is 100k no longer a problem?
I am currently looking at purchasing something like a Disco 3, 7 seater and loads of them are knocking up the 100k mark!
Your thoughts?
I am currently looking at purchasing something like a Disco 3, 7 seater and loads of them are knocking up the 100k mark!
Your thoughts?
05-10-2013, 06:10 PM
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I wouldn't want a JB Fletch 100kr Lee 
On a serious note, on i don't think it is tbh as long has it's serviced correctly etc etc, probably better than some of these 15-20 k milers that just get used occasionally
On a serious note, on i don't think it is tbh as long has it's serviced correctly etc etc, probably better than some of these 15-20 k milers that just get used occasionally
05-10-2013, 06:18 PM
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Depends on the car, the age and the history IMO
Too hard to generalise
Ie a 4 year old 3 series with 100k motorway miles and full history would be fine, but a privately owned 7 year old focus st with patchy history then bollocks to that.
You get the idea
Too hard to generalise
Ie a 4 year old 3 series with 100k motorway miles and full history would be fine, but a privately owned 7 year old focus st with patchy history then bollocks to that.
You get the idea
05-10-2013, 06:20 PM
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My dad has a e46 320d that has just hit 280k Its going in for its first clutch next week 
100k is small these days, we have a few 1.7cdti combo vans all 150k+ apart from a couple of alternators they have been good too!
100k is small these days, we have a few 1.7cdti combo vans all 150k+ apart from a couple of alternators they have been good too!
05-10-2013, 06:20 PM
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100k, depends on the engine and car.
100k on a diesel not that old is motorway miles cruising, not an issue at all, even 150k wouldn't concern me too much.
150k on an m3 would stop me in my tracks, even question 100k on one, dependant on condition though.
100k on a diesel not that old is motorway miles cruising, not an issue at all, even 150k wouldn't concern me too much.
150k on an m3 would stop me in my tracks, even question 100k on one, dependant on condition though.
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05-10-2013, 06:20 PM
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I have always bought on condition over mileage, but mileage has counted when thinking of the future sale of the car! It just seems a little old hat now, the 100k! We were using 100k as a rule of thumb on 60s and 70s cars! You would think 200k would be more realistic now!
05-10-2013, 06:22 PM
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100k is nothing to the engines nowadays ,however on our roads its a long tired life for suspension and bushes etc making a less quality car (dare i say ford or vauxhall) feel old and start costing money bmw's etc seem to age a bit better 
05-10-2013, 06:28 PM
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05-10-2013, 07:05 PM
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No, I don't think 100k is an issue now really Lee.
With the old cars by 100k both the engines and body would be showing signs of wear, but they're so much better made now. The only issue I have now is that when they do go wrong they are ridiculously expensive to fix and half the time need a main dealer rather than you being able to repair them yourself. That's progress for you.
With the old cars by 100k both the engines and body would be showing signs of wear, but they're so much better made now. The only issue I have now is that when they do go wrong they are ridiculously expensive to fix and half the time need a main dealer rather than you being able to repair them yourself. That's progress for you.
05-10-2013, 07:23 PM
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For years and years that 100k mark has had a mass effect on the sales of vehicles but with new technology and cars being built so much better is 100k no longer a problem?
I am currently looking at purchasing something like a Disco 3, 7 seater and loads of them are knocking up the 100k mark!
Your thoughts?
I am currently looking at purchasing something like a Disco 3, 7 seater and loads of them are knocking up the 100k mark!
Your thoughts?
Get a big socket set if your gonna do the work on one yourself...
Big jack etc...
Most jobs on these are a c*** to do, ie front lower arms, front wheel bearings...
Make sure you do your homework on one before you buy...
My old chaps got a 05 plate, paid Ł14k for it a couple of years ago...
We made sure it had belts done before we handed any cash over...
In his ownership so far, it's had front wheel bearings plus new bolts, front arms plus bolts, general service items, 4 tires ŁŁŁ!!!
Rear drop links, rear pads, parking sensor loom, height sensor...
Doing all the jobs ourselves has still cost Ł2-Ł3k easy...
There not cheap to work on, his is a tdv6s and its a thirsty thing...
Every job I've done on it I've had to fight it, nothing comes undone...
A later disco 3 will cost more to tax and then you'll get stung on London congestion charge if your ever down that way...
Lovely car but you'll need deep pockets to maintain it to a high standard IMO...
05-10-2013, 07:34 PM
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Wont be working on it myself I only work on my toys! Wont be driving through London either lol
Its just one of the options but theres not many nice 7 seat 4x4s!
Its just one of the options but theres not many nice 7 seat 4x4s!
05-10-2013, 07:37 PM
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There a belting motor, expect big bills if your not doing the work...
If it were my money I'd consider a disco 2 Td5...
Not as nice but a bargain 4x4...
05-10-2013, 07:38 PM
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05-10-2013, 07:38 PM
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05-10-2013, 07:47 PM
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This is one of the over 100k ones I looked at on ebay and thought it was worth a viewing!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2005-55-La...item3f2771923b
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2005-55-La...item3f2771923b
05-10-2013, 08:22 PM
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Looks well for the money, just look into the common faults and make sure everything's done before you buy...
You don't wanna be hit with Ł1000 bills straight off, otherwise you'll wish you never bought one...
Take your time buying one and get the right one...
My old chap has always wanted one, a few years back my uncle passed away and my parents were given alittle money... Without that they would of never of dreamed of owning owt like it...
They spent what they had on buying the best one possible without really looking into running costs...
2 years on I think there quite surprised on its running costs!!!
They love it though...
You don't wanna be hit with Ł1000 bills straight off, otherwise you'll wish you never bought one...
Take your time buying one and get the right one...
My old chap has always wanted one, a few years back my uncle passed away and my parents were given alittle money... Without that they would of never of dreamed of owning owt like it...
They spent what they had on buying the best one possible without really looking into running costs...
2 years on I think there quite surprised on its running costs!!!
They love it though...
05-10-2013, 08:31 PM
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Just want a 7 seater thats good for towing the van, and bearing in mind We'll prob upgrade to a bigger twin axle van soon too so the Disco is about the only one to fit the bill!
05-10-2013, 08:32 PM
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Get on Disco 3 forum and start doing your homework... Good luck with your search...
05-10-2013, 09:48 PM
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Mileage wouldnt bother me on most things.When we used to have a garage and car sale pitch some of them had done that in 12 months Its strange as some cars ie under 20,000 or older with 40,000 can be problematic but star shipers can be trouble free.I think the highest my mum had was a old 740 volvo with 220,00 and it was sweet as a nut.My last car was a lwb shogun 122,000 pulled like a train and mechanicaly sound.The body let it down though.I remember buying an old Jetta one family owned and about 40k.Everything broke !! starter,alt,head gasket exhaust.Short journeys and standing about are now good imo.
Its strange as some cars ie under 20,000 or older with 40,000 can be problematic but star shipers can be trouble free.I think the highest my mum had was a old 740 volvo with 220,00 and it was sweet as a nut.My last car was a lwb shogun 122,000 pulled like a train and mechanicaly sound.The body let it down though.I remember buying an old Jetta one family owned and about 40k.Everything broke !! starter,alt,head gasket exhaust.Short journeys and standing about are now good imo.
05-10-2013, 09:54 PM
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Mileage wouldnt bother me on most things.When we used to have a garage and car sale pitch some of them had done that in 12 months Its strange as some cars ie under 20,000 or older with 40,000 can be problematic but star shipers can be trouble free.I think the highest my mum had was a old 740 volvo with 220,00 and it was sweet as a nut.My last car was a lwb shogun 122,000 pulled like a train and mechanicaly sound.The body let it down though.I remember buying an old Jetta one family owned and about 40k.Everything broke !! starter,alt,head gasket exhaust.Short journeys and standing about are now good imo.
Its strange as some cars ie under 20,000 or older with 40,000 can be problematic but star shipers can be trouble free.I think the highest my mum had was a old 740 volvo with 220,00 and it was sweet as a nut.My last car was a lwb shogun 122,000 pulled like a train and mechanicaly sound.The body let it down though.I remember buying an old Jetta one family owned and about 40k.Everything broke !! starter,alt,head gasket exhaust.Short journeys and standing about are now good imo.
05-10-2013, 09:58 PM
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you cant fix stupid
my track car had done 109k when i bought it last yr.its done 4 track days this year and been spanked and runs like a dream.not a glitch with the engine sound or performance.
05-10-2013, 10:00 PM
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big heavy cars these and 100k can prove to have taken it's toll on them. hard to work on and expensive. depends what life it's had really. bolts are always seized and shear! electronics are their weak spot but that can be from a week old so the mileage doesn't affect that really. check the chassis. as that age they were made of thin metal and a lot of them are looking rough.
05-10-2013, 10:13 PM
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05-10-2013, 10:35 PM
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A lot of the disco 3 I've been offered have big miles so must be able to take it , I've only ever driven auto ones and I'd have one tomo over x5 etc anyday
The Manuel are ment to be no wer near as good as auto , I was talking someone the outher day saying I might get one , his reply hope u like it cause u will be keeping it Manuel not the best seller.
The Manuel are ment to be no wer near as good as auto , I was talking someone the outher day saying I might get one , his reply hope u like it cause u will be keeping it Manuel not the best seller.
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05-10-2013, 10:36 PM
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The car when it come into us was on its way back to Scotland. The guy who was driving it sad it gets used by a few people going up and down the country for work.
There would also be no point in someone adding miles to it either for when it reaches 1000000 miles as the dials will read "FULL" and not go over to zero.
There would also be no point in someone adding miles to it either for when it reaches 1000000 miles as the dials will read "FULL" and not go over to zero.
05-10-2013, 10:50 PM
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My A4 daily is on the original clutch, turbo etc. I've done 90k in it myself and it's just about to roll over 170k. Still drives nice and has less squeeks and rattles than my mates wifes brand new Corsa
05-10-2013, 10:58 PM
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The car when it come into us was on its way back to Scotland. The guy who was driving it sad it gets used by a few people going up and down the country for work.
There would also be no point in someone adding miles to it either for when it reaches 1000000 miles as the dials will read "FULL" and not go over to zero.
There would also be no point in someone adding miles to it either for when it reaches 1000000 miles as the dials will read "FULL" and not go over to zero.
05-10-2013, 11:39 PM
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A lot of the disco 3 I've been offered have big miles so must be able to take it , I've only ever driven auto ones and I'd have one tomo over x5 etc anyday
The Manuel are ment to be no wer near as good as auto , I was talking someone the outher day saying I might get one , his reply hope u like it cause u will be keeping it Manuel not the best seller.
The Manuel are ment to be no wer near as good as auto , I was talking someone the outher day saying I might get one , his reply hope u like it cause u will be keeping it Manuel not the best seller.
Really? You would rather have a vehicle known for its unreliability, poor road handling and shocking running costs instead of an X5 which in comparrison is known for its reliability and car like driving feel?
I'm guessing you must be into offroading In which case your statement is understandable.
