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15/12/2016 at 8:04pm
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hi the best car for your money id a hyundai terracan diesal best 4x4 on the road cheers .tom
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16/12/2016 at 1:51pm
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Is it possible to put people on "ignore" so you never see their posts?
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16/12/2016 at 4:50pm
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If only!!!!!!!
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XVI yes?
As well is two words!
How does a sage know everything about everything? or does he? or does he just think he does?
Remember, if you buy something you bought it, not brought it.
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17/12/2016 at 12:43pm
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Some numptys on here, if they bought within their budget, they could end up with a pig on wheels, that could cost and arm and a leg to keep running,
If they bought the way i suggested, after 2 years the value of the vehicle is used to reduce the payments on the next one, reducing their monthly payment even further,and any problems will be sorted for free under warranty , do you often wonder how one of your friends or neighbours, manage to get a new car every year or 2, they could also be on a deal simular .
It doesn't have to be a Skoda , the deals apply to all makes.
All those who have been brain washed by the caravan rules, need to start thinking outside the box, vehicles are getting lighter but are given more power, if your unsure of if the vehicle of your choice will tow your van, ask the manufactures,or check your V5, but don't buy the smaller engine models that manufacturers have brought out ,don't forget manufacturers will have tested the towing weights of their vehicles, then why buy a 4x4 for towing once or twice a year ,(unless you really need one for the size of van ) just in case there is a damp patch on the site you visit, when it will cost you more to run for the rest of it, and the money saved buy buying a vehicle thats smaller , even the savings on the RFL could give you extra weekends or weeks away
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17/12/2016 at 2:20pm
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You are the numpty Bob for confusing Personal contract hire as in your earlier link with the initially more expensive Personal contract purchase. Nonetheless as pointed out earlier if you have the capital in the bank as many pensioners do then outright purchase of the car is always going to be overall the cheaper option than any form of deferred payment which of course carries a cost.
Not that many people have the cash to buy a new car so in order to put new cars on the road leasing is offered for those that have the income but not the capital for outright purchase. If you go for PCP then the difference between initial 'balloon payment' & car retail value at end of contract can go toward rental of the next car should you choose not to buy car at end of contract. PCP usually does not include service costs whereas PCH does. If you do not intend to buy at end of contract then PCH will be cheaper for initial payment.
Any of the above is suitable for those that want a new car & can afford the monthly payments. If you have otherwise unused capitial & sufficient means to run car then outright purchase will always be cheaper.
However both PCH & PCP are binding contracts with a commitment to make those monthly payments. If you default then there will be consequenses for your credit rating. Which is why some might prefer to buy an older secondhand car & repair as required.
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19/12/2016 at 12:17pm
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All those who have been brain washed by the caravan rules, need to start thinking outside the box, vehicles are getting lighter but are given more power,
I've had 3 mondeo's 2004,2011 & now a 2016 each one heavier than the last one, this current one is over 1800kgs thats 95 kgs heavier than the 2011 model.
Bessie
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19/12/2016 at 5:17pm
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vehicles are getting lighter but are given more power
Sorry Bessie you lost me there, as you said your current one is heavier?
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19/12/2016 at 5:35pm
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Bessie was quoting a well known Skoda salesman who often gives incorrect information and advice on towing weights especially when answering questions from novice towers with post '97 licences.
Rob
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19/12/2016 at 6:16pm
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Sorry Ray Bob stated that cars were getting lighter, but my last 3 cars just keep getting heavier.
The mans a bloody idiot
Bessie
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19/12/2016 at 6:32pm
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sorry get it now Rob, Bessie.
Did not click at first.
We have had a few heated debates over the past years with Bob.
Bless him.
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19/12/2016 at 8:16pm
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Quote: Originally posted by bessie500 on 19/12/2016
Sorry Ray Bob stated that cars were getting lighter, but my last 3 cars just keep getting heavier.
The mans a bloody idiot
Bessie
The new mondoe is lighter, and has smaller engines in some models especially the petrol version
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19/12/2016 at 8:20pm
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'Vehicles are getting lighter but are given more power'
Actually, to be fair to Bob, this statement is generally correct when new models are introduced, as manufacturers face more stringent emissions targets. This is particularly true of big 4x4s such as the Q7 and the Land Rover Discovery (480kg. lighter than the previous model) but most small models are also losing weight, despite increases in equipment. Matching cars to modern heavier caravans becomes increasingly difficult.
There is an additional problem for those with a post 1997 licence, as while cars are generally lighter, the MAM is often increasing, the new Mondeo being a notable example. Thus the range of suitable caravans is significantly reduced for these licence holders.
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19/12/2016 at 9:20pm
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The 2 ltr mondeo tdci like for like model has got heavier with each shape, this current model is 95kgs heavier than my last car, I'd be pretty certain the insignia is heavier than the old vetra it replaced
Bessie
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