Car suggestions

[Scooby_Doo]

Howdy,

I have a budget of R250k, not a car guy. I have been on my motorbike for the better part of 10 years so back into the game.

Single guy,
Would like to put kayak on top
Bicycles for those sunny days down by the beach
Couple trips to Plett from CPT per year.

Otherwise I am super flexible, any suggestions on what to look at?

 

[TheChamp]

Howdy,

I have a budget of R250k, not a car guy. I have been on my motorbike for the better part of 10 years so back into the game.

Single guy,
Would like to put kayak on top
Bicycles for those sunny days down by the beach
Couple trips to Plett from CPT per year.

Otherwise I am super flexible, any suggestions on what to look at?

Duster.

 

[HunterNW]

Duster.

+1

 

[Binary_Bark]

First of all @Scooby_Doo are you looking for new or pre-owned from dealer?

 

[epah]

For that price you can get yourself a nice clean BMW 320D, no car is better than that.

 

[Arthur Morgan]

How about a Scooby Doo XV
https://www.cars.co.za/mobile/for-s...V-2.0-Lineartronic-Gauteng-Bryanston/6248796/

 

[Meister-Man]

As others mentioned Duster, I'd also throw in a suzuki vitara.

 

[Scooby_Doo]

First of all @Scooby_Doo are you looking for new or pre-owned from dealer?

I have no preference, but I am sure I can get more car in the 2nd hand market.

 

[Scooby_Doo]

How about a Scooby Doo XV
https://www.cars.co.za/mobile/for-s...V-2.0-Lineartronic-Gauteng-Bryanston/6248796/

I was linked the Subaru as an option, but was advised to avoid due to parts? I have no idea how worried I should be regarding parts.

 

[Roo!]

I was linked the Subaru as an option, but was advised to avoid due to parts? I have no idea how worried I should be regarding parts.

Been driving Foresters for most of my driving "career". Parts on the non-performance versions can be a little pricey (on the performance versions they are quite hefty) but they very rarely go and the price is comparable to European car parts. My current Forester is 9 years old and there is only one issue with mine, a weird fault on the electrics that blows a single headlight every year. A R65/year cost. Other than that I've replaced nothing except tyres and brake pads.

I'm about to upgrade to the new one now. I won't drive anything else and believe me I tried, Honda, Renault, Toyota, Ford and Merc. Subaru for life!

 

[neoprema]

I liked the Subaru XV 2.0 i test-drove but that naturally aspirated engine has less power than a motorbike. Back then I opted for a 2.0 CX-5 and it pulled far far better.

But from the Subaru drivers I do know, reliability is bulletproof. In your position I would consider a Subaru, but don't overlook a Duster, CX-3 or Ford EcoSport?

I would not drive a BMW without maintenance plan, but thats my view.

 

[Binary_Bark]

I have no preference, but I am sure I can get more car in the 2nd hand market.

Any specific brand you have in mind?
I would suggest the Suzuki Vitara

 

[Scooby_Doo]

I liked the Subaru XV 2.0 i test-drove but that naturally aspirated engine has less power than a motorbike. Back then I opted for a 2.0 CX-5 and it pulled far far better.

But from the Subaru drivers I do know, reliability is bulletproof. In your position I would consider a Subaru, but don't overlook a Duster, CX-3 or Ford EcoSport?

I would not drive a BMW without maintenance plan, but thats my view.

Have looked at the CX-5, CX-3, Volvo V40 Cross country, Eco Sport and the VW Tiguan. Then I got tired and had a nap, looking at cars is painful.

Of them all the V40 and CX-3 are in my bracket and I do like them. CX-5 is just a big CX-3, I did not enjoy the Eco sport and the VW is a bit pricey. I have not had an opportunity to drive the Subaru.

My next stop is to look at the Duster.

 

[A3@MBB]

Have looked at the CX-5, CX-3, Volvo V40 Cross country, Eco Sport and the VW Tiguan. Then I got tired and had a nap, looking at cars is painful.

Of them all the V40 and CX-3 are in my bracket and I do like them. CX-5 is just a big CX-3, I did not enjoy the Eco sport and the VW is a bit pricey. I have not had an opportunity to drive the Subaru.

My next stop is to look at the Duster.

Look no further than the Outback.

2015 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium Cvt

Used Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium Cvt for sale in Gauteng, car manufactured in 2015 (ID:6869838)

www.cars.co.za

Best 6 Kayak Racks for Subaru Outback | Kayak Manual

Owning a Subaru Outback is super fun as you are already aware of. It is a premium SUV that has got truckloads of amazing specs and features. But carrying

kayakmanual.com

Subaru and kayak on the roof goes like nuts in a sack

//ends thread

 

[Jchan11hk]

Forester +1, brother have the latest one, if you are not performance orientated, it is definitely value for money, even the older versions.

 

[Gtx Gaming]

You sound like a guy that likes to braai. Nothing would you suite better than a Ford!