My next car could be a diesel...

[leeroybrown]

Been thinking alot lately about what car I am going to move on to after the saxo....Obs choice would be another 182....but after driving and seeing both the ST and VXR..I have had my mind set on one of those...

Until now

Vauxhall Astra Triple 8 ( A DIESEL)

http://faimg1.forum-auto.com/mesimages/3685/astra888.jpg
http://www.evo.co.uk/images/front_picture_library_UK/dir_419/car_photo_209943_7.jpg
http://www.totalvauxhall.co.uk/resources/totalvauxhall/888.JPG


18x8 inch BTCC wheels
Triple 8 four pot callipers, 335mm grooved discs, standard rear discs and callipers.
Triple 8 specially tuned and uprated -30mm springs and shock absorbers
six speed gearbox and clutch
1.9 DOHC 16v common rail fuel injected diesel, turbocharger with variable nozzle turbine. Twin re-map to 160bhp or 200bhp / 330lb ft torque activated via Sport button.


My local butcher had one who upgraded it to a diesel van and now to a ring version of the vxr.

Sensible, looks the dogs and retains about 40mpg

Thoughs please

[Ben]

Do it :y: Looks very nice.

[Danr]

Awesome cars, seem to keep their money as well.

May also be worth looking at the Meganesport diesel. Very, very good motor iirc.

[Ste-88]

That's feckin hawt.

What they retail?

[Mikey]

one of the best diesels around

[leeroybrown]

Yeah looked at the Megane...But this just has something that catches the eye

Has to be in white

[Slammed_Posi_Vtr]

Very nice. Wheels dont look like 18"s though unfortunately

[Dazza1]

Go for it mate, It looks very smart:y:.

[Mikey]

lee your a faggot.

i wanted one of these next lol

[Ferg]

Very nice looking car that!

[Tupps]

When you getting it

[Danr]

Da daaaa
http://www.renaultsport.co.uk/RenaultImages/r26_glacierwhite2.jpg

[leeroybrown]

That's feckin hawt.

What they retail?

Around 10k

[leeroybrown]

Thats an F1 like Simo's isn't Dan?

[Danr]

yes... but the diesel is identical is it not?

[jacko87]

That Astra is really nice

[leeroybrown]

NA

Dont get the dark wheels optional extra am sure or the recaro's...dont get brembo's though :}

[Mikey]

megan fox at the front.

vanesa felts at the back

[Danr]

NA

Dont get the dark wheels optional extra am sure or the recaro's...dont get brembo's though :}

Standard seats are pucka though? I bought Evo magazine agges ago and they were raving about it!!!

[Steve]

Been thinking alot lately about what car I am going to move on to after the saxo....Obs choice would be another 182....but after driving and seeing both the ST and VXR..I have had my mind set on one of those...

Until now

Vauxhall Astra Triple 8 ( A DIESEL)

http://faimg1.forum-auto.com/mesimages/3685/astra888.jpg
http://www.evo.co.uk/images/front_picture_library_UK/dir_419/car_photo_209943_7.jpg
http://www.totalvauxhall.co.uk/resources/totalvauxhall/888.JPG


18x8 inch BTCC wheels
Triple 8 four pot callipers, 335mm grooved discs, standard rear discs and callipers.
Triple 8 specially tuned and uprated -30mm springs and shock absorbers
six speed gearbox and clutch
1.9 DOHC 16v common rail fuel injected diesel, turbocharger with variable nozzle turbine. Twin re-map to 160bhp or 200bhp / 330lb ft torque activated via Sport button.


My local butcher had one who upgraded it to a diesel van and now to a ring version of the vxr.

Sensible, looks the dogs and retains about 40mpg

Thoughs please

i like, nurburgring stickers then sorted.

[leeroybrown]

Can get the Lux model that has full leather but the look shit

Astra wins it all over

But looks, better handling, better seats

Oh and its got more poke

[Danr]

Fair enough. I've always prefered the Megane over the other cars. You see less of them. Well i do anyway.

[Mark51]

Da daaaa
http://www.renaultsport.co.uk/RenaultImages/r26_glacierwhite2.jpg

tbh id rather have this in the derv than the Vaux

[Steve]

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=Zo987X-Au48

[leeroybrown]

less then 100 astra made triple 888 ones any way

Anyone can go in and buy a diesel Megane

[Danr]

less then 100 astra made triple 888 ones any way

Anyone can go in and buy a diesel Megane

Doesn't make them good though just because they are limited edition. The astra couple 888 (older one) isn't really holding value.

[Tupps]

When you getting it?

Or is this just an "I want one" thread?

[leeroybrown]

Doesn't make them good though just because they are limited edition. The astra couple 888 (older one) isn't really holding value.

These do hold their values well

[Pat_Vts]

When you getting it?

Or is this just an "I want one" thread?

i want ur convertible gayboy

[Danr]

These do hold their values well

there was one on pistonheads a little while ago which was about 6.5k or 7k. Somewhere around there. Wasn't much more expensive than the equivalent normal coupe tbh.

[Tupps]

i want ur convertible gayboy

I find out in about 10 minutes if my mates having it for £5200

if not there's a lad on AOC wants it for 5k

[Predator_R32]

hmmmmm quite like them tbh, never bloody happy with what youve got are ya

id be saving for a place tbh

[Tupps]

These do hold their values well

They hold the value well? They're not old enough to have depreciated yet?

Limited edition cars do hold the money better though

[Pat_Vts]

house deposit leeroy

not mummy forever, btw how old are u?

and tupps ghey, i find out in 8days what happens to my liensce hopefully ferk all lol

[leeroybrown]

there was one on pistonheads a little while ago which was about 6.5k or 7k. Somewhere around there. Wasn't much more expensive than the equivalent normal coupe tbh.

Dan i meant the diesel version

Never been a fan of the coupe or the triple 888 petrol engine.....I dont like the engine they have in them

[Tupps]

Just ignore everything i say.....

[Ste-88]

Just ignore everything i say.....

Did I hear something?

Must have left window open, nevermind.

[Luke]

Diesel is the way forward ;)

Prefer the Megane tbh!

[Tupps]

Did I hear something?

Must have left window open, nevermind.

Wait till sat when you're sleepinz into your Parmo box

harrow, i can has turd on ste

[Raz]

Megane>Astra...imo

Sell saxo and get one already...

[ricksimmonds]

that astra looks spot on! shame it will sound like a transit lol

[Luke]

Why does everyone associate diesels like we vans?

Common Rail diesels are relatively quiet tbh.

[Danr]

Because they do sound like Transits compared to petrol cars.

[leeroybrown]

Because they do sound like Transits compared to petrol cars.

Only on intial start up

[Mieran]

Astra 88 Vs Astra VXR (http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=Zo987X-Au48)

Not bad for an oil burner tbh.

[weetz]

I like these 888 Astra's, leeroy I think I seen the one your on about parked outside Stanley butchers..twas nice.

[leeroybrown]

Thats the one grey one it was

[Jackman]

Quite like the look of that tbh!

[weetz]

After watching the Fifth Gear video meh to the Megane, seating position is like a transit van.

[Ocego_VTR]

Good cars imo but wouldnt you want another scooby for half the price?

[leeroybrown]

Maybe Graham maybe

I just like the look of these

[CampDavid]

I'd take the Megane without question.

As a side note I saw a 07 Plate Focus ST3 go through at auction yesterday for 9500quid (1 owner, 20k miles)

How fucking mental is that for a 20k car.

[leeroybrown]

A diesel Megane?

[CampDavid]

A diesel Megane?

Yup, the sport one is nice. I'd go for a BMW 120D over all of them though

[leeroybrown]

Thats because your old... 1 series my god the are horrbile

YOu get all the VXR looks (if not betteer) and performance of a vxr and still retain 40 mpg

[alanrichie]

my parents just got a 1.9 turbo diesel passat (03)

spins wheels in second its rapid.

i would love one!

[CampDavid]

The VXR though is extremely ugly, it torque steers and the diesel is a fairly crude bit of technology. The 1 series is a bit of a minger, a 320D coupe may be a better choice (or a 330D)

I'd 26, so not that old you cheeky young scamp!

Why do you need a diesel? They are a load more to buy and no where near as much fun to drive

[Tupps]

Diesel would only be an option for me if i was doing 30k+ a year

My car's sold for £5350 to a mate

182?

[Raz]

Diesel would only be an option for me if i was doing 30k+ a year

My car's sold for £5350 to a mate

182?

Fiesta ST? <<< i am being silly of course...

182...FF/Cup/Trophy??

[Danr]

My possible company car is a 120d. Credit crunch is making it unlucky!

[Tupps]

Something for about 6-6.5k Raz.... finance and loanz are for gays

[leeroybrown]

The VXR though is extremely ugly, it torque steers and the diesel is a fairly crude bit of technology. The 1 series is a bit of a minger, a 320D coupe may be a better choice (or a 330D)

I'd 26, so not that old you cheeky young scamp!

Why do you need a diesel? They are a load more to buy and no where near as much fun to drive

If we are talking BMW's then it has to be a 330d SE all they way

NO idea David, just the 888 has always appealed to me

Althought I am a massive fan of the ST, much prefer that over any crappy focus RS

[Raz]

Something for about 6-6.5k Raz.... finance and loanz are for gays

Ahh right...

then 182 ff/cup...should keep you happy til end of the month

[Tupps]

Hello.... (http://search.autotrader.co.uk/es-uk/www/cars/advert+search/Ne-2-4-5-6-7-8-27-44-49-53-61-64-67-103-133-146-236,N-11-20-41-240/advert.action?R=200842321283940&distance=230&postcode=dl16+6jr&channel=CARS&make=&model=&min_pr=3000&max_pr=6000&max_mileage=60000)

Also raz, I had the Astra about 7 month so gtf

[Mikey]

nice clio that tupps.

just to tinny for me, had a go in one. feel really fast coz of the tinnyness.

like the vts

[Luke]

182 is well cheap.

[leeroybrown]

Advertised wrong

Its not a 182 cup...they never came in black

[leeroybrown]

just to tinny for me, had a go in one. feel really fast coz of the tinnyness

Mikey = SNOB

Tinyness far better built then a VTS

[Mikey]

hows that snob??

just think there tinny

[leeroybrown]

330d all the way

[Tupps]

Advertised wrong

Its not a 182 cup...they never came in black

More than likely a 182 with cup packs?

[leeroybrown]

Looks like it only has the wheels, maybe splitter

[Tupps]

I prefer that interior, all i would do it the splitter and wheels anyway

Winner

Just need my mate to pick mine up

/ Buys 888 Diesel

[CampDavid]

I'd take tyour 6k to the auctions. Due to the credit crunch stuff just isn''t shifting in the trade, meaning that auctions are short of buyers so bargains can be had. Picked up a 50k mile top spec diesel Laguna with a mate yesterday. 05 plate, £5k on a fourcourt, £2600 to the camp man with the big coat and a mug of ruby. Mint 1 owner V plate VTR, £700. Many deals to be had

[Tupps]

Hmmm might be worth considering that Campness

[CampDavid]

Stick to ex lease stuff with full history and one owner, only bid on what you've inspected, budget £500 for a repair just in case and don't get carried away and stick your hand up as an X reg 3.0 S type Jag comes through with 180k on it at £1000. Christ I'm glad I was outbid!

[Tupps]

Just need to find an auction now

Are they all hpi clear etc? Or is that just a risk you take

[CampDavid]

Risk you take, hence why I said look for ex lease stuff, all cars that have been out on lease and have come direct from the leasing company. They only lease brand new stuff in general, which is naturally HPI clear.

Most auctions now insist that the selling clarifies if it is HPI clear, been used as a Taxi, police car etc, but if in doubt a quick HPI check could be an idea before you've driven it off site.

http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/

is a good place to start. I personally would stick with cars with warrented milage, a full history and from a reliable source. There isn't any point in risking it on buying anything dodgy over a couple of grand at the moment as prices are low anyway. I did see 3 Clio 172/182s in the queue to go through, sadly I wasn't about when they were sold as we were bidding on diesel bus type stuff

[Tupps]

i'd click "Thanks" if Simo wasn't so paranoid about people abusing it in general chat

[CampDavid]

i'd click "Thanks" if Simo wasn't so paranoid about people abusing it in general chat

No probs. Lists are availible online, so if you see something you like PM me and I'll let you know what to expect. I'm not an expert, though bought 4 cars at auction now. If I'm close and availible I may even pop along.

Oh, as a tip, try not to look like a private buyer. The traders have been known to bid up cars that private buyers have been bidding on as they don't like them buying there cars from auctions instead of from dealers (can't think why!)

[Mr_X]

bmw 120 are quick, well similar to vts.

right time to buy, loads of good deals. my local auction has it written on the car if its hpi checked, and u can return it after 3 hrs of winning it.

[Spanky]

The sound these Astra's make at full welly is enough to make me say YES YES YES all day long!!!

Go for it mate, if you has the moniezz do NOT hold back, i would not :y:

[Connor_scotland]

Lovely cars the Astra's

Go like stink aswell

[Tupps]

When are you getting it Lee

[leeroybrown]

Try finding one for sale...the is only 1 i can find and its in silver

[Spanky]

NOOOOO

Has to be white Lee!!!

They only made so many didnt they??

Ive only ever seen 2! and the memory stayed!, awsome cars imo

[leeroybrown]

only 100 ever comissioned

[Spanky]

could be why ive only seen 2 then lol

Do you think there is even 100 stil on the road though.....

[leeroybrown]

Probs not Karl

[Spanky]

good luck finding one, but if you do i want a go lol well a passenger ride will do :homme:

[craig180]

What's wrong with the saxo?

Is this going to be another one of these cars that you think is going to be cheap to run then rapes you on running costs?

Can't imagine you'll get 40mpg unless you're driving miss daisy

[willo-1]

go with your heart mate

[Mikey]

im going diesel for my next car i think.

fancy a diesel a4 cabriolet tbh.

[craig180]

We're getting a Mondeo ST TDCi as the next family wagon. Don't get me wrong I'm expecting it to be more economical than the petrol, but I'm not hoping for more than 35-37 MPG, we're just buying it for the cheaper tax

[Luke]

We're getting a Mondeo ST TDCi as the next family wagon. Don't get me wrong I'm expecting it to be more economical than the petrol, but I'm not hoping for more than 35-37 MPG, we're just buying it for the cheaper tax

Around town my Dad gets 39-42mpg from a 2.0 TDCi Mondeo, so I reckon your estimate will be about right to be honest.

The 6th gear makes a massive difference on long journies however.

[Mikey]

We're getting a Mondeo ST TDCi as the next family wagon. Don't get me wrong I'm expecting it to be more economical than the petrol, but I'm not hoping for more than 35-37 MPG, we're just buying it for the cheaper tax


very nice car

[CampDavid]

We're getting a Mondeo ST TDCi as the next family wagon. Don't get me wrong I'm expecting it to be more economical than the petrol, but I'm not hoping for more than 35-37 MPG, we're just buying it for the cheaper tax

Auction time! So many going through for no money at all

[craig180]

Auction time! So many going through for no money at all

I've already got our lease car man on the case for me!

[Japman]

mate wants one

go for it

lovly machine

[matt_vtr_15]

lovely looking car....

i fancy a diesil.... was looking at the toyota auris sr180 diesil they seem pretty decent imo.....

and decent insurance at group 12 for a 180bhp car...

[leeroybrown]

Diesel does seem the way forward although

http://www.astonvauxhall.co.uk/contribute-images/VauxhallAstraVXRNurburgringfront_000.JPG

Wins my heart all day every day

[Karl]

Looks nice,
swear you used to diss diesels and Vauxhalls though? :P
or is that my imagination?

Gogo, order one. Make me jealous. Car looks noiiice.

[leeroybrown]

I do Karl....but I may have been turned to the Vauxhall side especially with the ring version

[Karl]

so whens it coming?
and how much is one Spanking new?

[leeroybrown]

Cant get a triple 888 one any more brand new

£21k for the ring version

[Karl]

Lot of money for a car that is.
Couldnt you have just as much fun in something alot cheaper?

Tweek'd Fabia VRS or something?

[Luke]

5 door though, looks shite imo.

21k is a lot, I think Ford should bring out an ST TDCi.

[Karl]

whats the Renaultsport Clio like (TDI)
I think they do one?

[Mikey]

same with the corsa vxr. there is a diesel version. think its a 1.7cdti.

same styling as a VXR