Help with my back!!

Chris_Simpson

Hi all,

I have recently had an operation to screw 6 bolts into my spine and I am soon to become a dad for the first time. I have some money saved up, around £2500, and am looking to buy a car that has raised rear seats so I don't have to keep bending down to put the little un' in the car. Ideally I would like something like a freelander which is at a perfect height but I know that I would struggle to get one for this amount of money. I have been advised to choose a Japanese MPV like Toyota, Mazda or Honda. Can anyone recommend a car between 8-10 years old that will give me a few years reliable motoring until I can afford something a bit newer.

any help and advice would be greatly appreciated!!

thanks

Chris

Chippy_Minton_2

Chris_Simpson wrote: »

Can anyone recommend a car between 8-10 years old that will give me a few years reliable motoring until I can afford something a bit newer.

In my opinion cars of that age and within your budget, it may be a case of you pays your money and you take a chance.

mrbirchwood

If I was in your position, I would go for a Renault Scenic 1.4 or 1.6, there
are lot's to be found under your budget , parts are easily aval; also they
are strong reliable car.. Hope this helps Chris

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mrbirchwood wrote: »

If I was in your position, I would go for a Renault Scenic 1.4 or 1.6, there
are lot's to be found under your budget , parts are easily aval; also they
are strong reliable car.. Hope this helps Chris

Renault and reliable in the same paragraph.. :rotfl:

roswell

Im pretty sure you can find 8 - 10 year old freelanders in that budget.

tanith

I am not sure if the Zafira goes back that far but I have one because of back and hip problems and its so comfortable to drive with its higher driving position... plenty of room too...

jeannieblue

To start with - I will be honest and admit to being prejudiced towards Toyota (although I drive a Ford). One of my bosses wives has very serious back problems and she has stuck for the Avensis time after time. He also has a Land Cruiser Colorado which she drives. I have a bit of back problem from time to time, not bad, but I choose to drive automatic for that reason (and I'm a bit lazy too )

I would seriously consider the Toyota route as they are known for good seats and good support - wish i could afford one!!

Hope that has been helpful.

Maybe a Rav 4?? A Land cruiser is a bit juicy and possibly an Avensis not being quite what you want?

1984ReturnsForReal_2

TD Landrover

jeannieblue

1984ReturnsForReal wrote: »

TD Landrover

Think the OP is looking for something reliable that will not blow a headgasket soon or cost him alot of money in repairs. That is the idea of this site - money saving and all that...

anewman

Toyota Previa?! For example http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/943872.htm

1984ReturnsForReal_2

jeannieblue wrote: »

Think the OP is looking for something reliable that will not blow a headgasket soon or cost him alot of money in repairs. That is the idea of this site - money saving and all that...

I would worry more about the window regulators & air flow meter!