R400k, what would you get?

[Barbarian Conan]

wow didn't think you could pick those up for <R400k but the millage and running costs is a bit of a concern for me.

I would make sure to get a 4 year old one, with < 70 000km, which would allow me to extend the motorplan to a total of 7 years, and still not hit 100 000km. Extending for time is relatively cheap, but extending km is crazy expensive.
After those 3 years, you should have an idea what it would cost to continue to maintain it, and whether you can afford it to maintain it out of plan. From my personal experience, it's not that bad to own a BMW out of plan.

 

[bromster]

320d
330d
Ford Ranger XLT / Everest
Mazda 3
Mazda CX-5
Mazda MX-5
Kia Sportage 2.0 diesel
Toyota RAV4
Audi A3 2.0 Tdi

Volvo V40 (hustle for a really good price to get value here, don't buy new)

 

[Matt91]

320D like 85% of folks here might suggest.

 

[CT_Biker]

Buy an old Accord Station Wagon

 

[ToxicBunny]

320D like 85% of folks here might suggest.

Its a legendary vehicle really....

 

[pinball wizard]

It's still a Suzuki Swift.
R164k - R214k is what I'd expect to pay

Ya, but you forget, the Swift Sport is as aspirational as a KIA Stinger GT. You pay a premium to look that fly.

 

[Sepeng]

Reckon you're going to get 50 different responses based on what we all drive, but were it me in your shoes with those criteria, Caddy Alltrack 7 seater. Doubt an H1 or Kombi would be low enough mileage.
What's a second hand Leaf or i3 go for? Cos I'd also look at those.
There, my left field options.

 

[Hamster]

I owned a 1.2 Suzuki Swift and it was a great car. I can only imagine the fun one can have in a 1.4 turbo.

 

[Hamster]

If OP is not a car nut though but doesn't want the boring Jazz, maybe look at Peugeot (I own one so biased)? Great interior (GT Line) for every day commute, the 2008 is practical (back seats fold flat just like the Jazz) and it has a way better auto gearbox than the crap EDC that is in the Renaults.

Plus - you'll have all the annoying French flare you'll come to love: unusable glovebox, constant but irrational fear of no aftermarket service and you'll be VERY aware of other Peugeots on the road because every time you see one you'll go "oh thank God somebody else also bought one"

 

[epah]

I would get myself an IS-F and call it a day.

 

[epah]

2nd hand Toyota Corolla for R200k and spend the other R200k on drugs hookers and booze,

Funny coz you actually ain’t joking.

 

[rog163]

This

 

[PhireSide]

I owned a 1.2 Suzuki Swift and it was a great car. I can only imagine the fun one can have in a 1.4 turbo.

What did you replace it with if I may ask?

 

[krycor]

This

Wow that devalued fast!

 

[VikashLurker]

I would get the Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0L Overland. I had it before and it ticked all the boxes for me.
Super comfortable with the air suspension.
Plenty of power from the 3.0 turbo diesel.
All the creature comforts you need in a daily.
Very capable off road which opens up an entire new hobby/weekend activity (if you not already into that)

 

[PhireSide]

Speaking of devaluation:

Ford Fusion for R250'000:

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[Hamster]

What did you replace it with if I may ask?

Peugeot 2008. Wanted an automatic again. There was (still is I think) a 208 demo for sale but the 2008 made more sense.

 

[Superman-7]

I would get a Polo Gti, especially as a daily commute. I like a compact car with a bit of grunt. I have a 4 year old 1.2 Tsi Highline and it's been endless fun - a bit more power would be the cherry on top

 

[Magnum]

A 375 kW daily

Don't know what is worse.....Petrol or the speeding fines...

 

[LaraC]

Renault Megane Dynamique Turbo 97kW EDC @ R364 900.