MB A class 180 petrol auto vs BMW 1 auto petrol, first car

daveyjp

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/82034565#Comment_82034565

Not sure recommending a 1.2 turbo engine with known problems is a way of avoiding a money pit.

UnsureAboutthis

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/82034754#Comment_82034754

Of course he has as that is something I instill into everyone I know. ie before seriously considering buying any car, check out the the insurance, the road tax, typical reapir costs for the wear and tear items, wet belt intervals, timing chain intervals, auto box servings, serving costs, cost of mid-range typres, reliability, etc., etc., but you p off to view a car. Thankfully, my nephew's answer was 'yes' and I put that down to my bro who almost does what I did bringing up our kids, ie., educating them about affordability

Grumpy_chap

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/82035058#Comment_82035058

Well, the BMW suggested by the OP shares the same Stellantis engine?
But, that was just one example. Other brands are available:

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202606053030772

MattMattMattUK

For £8-12k he could get a Leaf with a 40 or 64Kwh battery, cheaper to insure, nicer to drive, comparatively almost free per mile if he can charge at home, much less to go wrong mechanically.

QrizB

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/82035315#Comment_82035315

If we're suggesting alternatives, there are lots of options for that sot of money. He could get a 64kWh Kia Soul or an e-Niro.

But I get the feeling the OP's son's heart is set on something Teutonic. There's probably German EVs in that price range too.

born_again

£15K will get many EV's with a good range.

UnsureAboutthis

Thanks all but he is only interest in ice cars, no ev's

Herzlos

What's he actually looking for? 10 year old premium cars are going to be real money pits, especially if autos. You can get a new Dacia Sandero for that with 7 years warranty.

What's his criteria? "Cool" and cheap?

I miss when first cars were absolute bangers. The value of mine was dependent on how much petrol was in it at the time.

paul_c123

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/82035305#Comment_82035305

No it doesn't.

UnsureAboutthis

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/82036069#Comment_82036069

The "criteria" is as stated in my OP.