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Old 12th April 2022, 14:26   #15
hogweed
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Personally I'd avoid the Merc. They absolutely aren't what they used to be and yes, the bills will be eye watering. IMHO the most reliable cars are Japanese and that includes the Toyotas built in Derbyshire.

Oh, the Merc was only ever a fantasy the girlfriend has a wee Aygo, and I love it, but I’m a big man. And I need a bit more poke. And a bigger boot.

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But be very careful of the diesels. They have a bad reputation for eating their engines.

Didn’t know that, useful to know…


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The other car I loved was an older 240 Volvo. Built like a tank. Just went on, and on, and on. More that a little thirsty though.

Yes, I had one back in the 90s. Complete with overdrive It broke both its front springs too!
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