Recommend me a new company car

anotherbigspender

As above really, have a budget in the region of £275 per month (exc VAT) with no other restrictions from the company I work for (as if that wasn't a bit enough restriction!).

Personally, I'd want something with 5 doors and a diesel - other than that I'm open to suggestions.

I've been looking at the Fabia 1.9TDI vRS, Focus 1.8 TDCI (although not sure how decent a spec I could get within my budget) and a Leon / Ibiza 1.9TDI (again not sure on the specs within my budget).

I drive a Golf at the moment that I inherited and its a good drive but very plastic inside and a bit basic!

Thanks all

mcfisco

What you can get for your price is going to depend on annual mileage & whether or not you have to have maintenance etc.

peterg1965

try http://www.lingscars.com/ you should get something decent for that money.

anotherbigspender

mcfisco wrote: »

What you can get for your price is going to depend on annual mileage & whether or not you have to have maintenance etc.

Sorry, should have indicated that this price is based on a standard 3 year / 60k miles lease with maintenance included.

piggeh

Contact a contract hire company (or ask your company to) and ask for a ratebook with the necessary criteria. You can then see what's in yor price range.

Fabia would be ok (I have one - great car).

Also check how much you'll pay in tax of course.

plane_boy2000

Looks like you might get an Audi A3 1.9 TDI sportback for that sort of money per month. Bit like the golf, but better interior

mattymoo

plane_boy2000 wrote: »

Looks like you might get an Audi A3 1.9 TDI sportback for that sort of money per month. Bit like the golf, but better interior

You're looking at more like £400 for 60k and maintenance for that type of car - and thats before you've added the extras.

These contract hire deals do favour the more upmarket cars because of their strong residual values. For example, my allowance of £500 will get me a BMW 320D but would struggle to find a decent Vectra or anything french for that matter.

VW and Seats are a good bet.

Some employers let you add to the allowance if you want a better car.

anotherbigspender

mattymoo wrote: »

These contract hire deals do favour the more upmarket cars because of their strong residual values. For example, my allowance of £500 will get me a BMW 320D but would struggle to find a decent Vectra or anything french for that matter.

VW and Seats are a good bet.

I've noticed this whilst searching through the listings in the back of What Car? It gives prices from HSBC for 3 year / 60K miles with maintenance leases.

Does anyone have a any comparison to see if the numbers they're quoting are reliable / achievable with others? I think we use Leaseplan and Arval.

mikewebs

Remember that any car and/or running would be laible to income tax if funded by your employer!

Pipcola

Does it have to be a three contract?
Can you buy pre-owned but qualifying vehicle?

Lots of six to twelve month old cars out there at very reasonable prices although benefit is related to list price. It is possible to get a better spec car for less money.

peterg1965

How about:
Volkswagen Passat 1.9 TDi (105bhp) S Saloon 4dr 1896cc Met (NEW) 3+35 £270.99 + VAT (20K miles per year).

Not too bad, and a nice car. This is non maintained.