Mercedes-Benz M-Class Range Masterclass
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Mercedes-Benz M-Class Range Masterclass
driven Inside driven this week 3 New Car Preview - Puegeot 407 Coupe, Woman's View BMW 3 Series 4 New Car Category Spotlight on Superminis 6 Buy A Demonstrator 8 Used Car Model Guide - MINI, Dealer Stocklist Report 10 Cars of the Week - Highlights of the Week's Used Car Stock 11 Dealer of the Week, Customer Testimony 12 Local Business Feature My First Car www.thisiskent.co.uk/motors Friday, October 14 2005 new car road test FACTS AT A GLANCE Mercedes-B Benz Class Range M-C Masterclass CAR: Mercedes Mclass range PRICES: £39,460£49,925 - on the road INSURANCE GROUPS: 17-19 [est] CO2 EMISSIONS: tba g/km The Mercedes M-C Class Is Back - Only This Time It's Bigger And Beefier Than Ever. Andy Enright Reports. Cast your mind back to the spring of 1998 and just about the coolest set of wheels you could be seen in was a Mercedes M-Class. Unfortunately for Mercedes, the MClass was then eclipsed by a number of bitter rivals. Unaccustomed to being schooled in quite such a manner, Mercedes have brought us a second generation M-Class. Bigger, sleeker, more powerful and better built than before, this would appear to be the car the M-Class always should have been. The best buy in the old M-Class line up was always the entry-level £39,465 ML270CDI, so Mercedes are expecting a high take-up on it's replacement, the ML 320 CDI. This features a V6 third-generation common rail unit that's good for 224bhp and 510Nm of torque. To put this engine's muscle into perspective, BMW's X5 3.0d, previously thought of as the industry standard unit in this price bracket, can't match the Mercedes. Advantage Stuttgart. The two initial petrol engines are a little more familiar. The 272bhp ML350 opens proceedings at £39,460 and the ultimate M-Class - at least until AMG get their hands on the car - is the 306bhp ML500, priced at £49,925. A potent ML63 AMG model will debut in PERFORMANCE: [ML320 CDI] 060mph 9.4s / Max Speed 130mph the Spring of 2006, about the same time as we'll see an additional diesel variant, the 190bhp ML280 CDI, a vehicle that features a hefty peak torque figure of 440Nm and which will average 30mpg. For all the talk of slick styling and more powerful engines, the single biggest change that will transform the M-Class' chances is the improved quality of the interior. Gone are the brittle plastics and uninspired ergonomics of the old MClass, replaced by something that's far more in keeping with overall Mercedes premium image and pricing. The dashboard features a pair of cowled main dials with a digital information panel between, while the centre console retains the styling of the latest EClass models. If Mercedes managed to shift 620,000 of the old M-Class, imagine what they could do with a car that's fundamentally better in virtually every regard. The established pecking order looks set for a reappraisal. Mercedes-Benz of Tonbridge. Kent's finest Mercedes-Benz dealership and specialist for all M-Class models. Come, see, drive and experience the new M-Class at our showrooms on Vale Rise in Tonbridge. Alternatively, give us a call and we'll bring the car to you. 0845-8508000 www.mercedesbenz.co.uk/tonbridge FUEL CONSUMPTION: [ML 320 CDI] [urban] [combined] 30.1mpg STANDARD SAFETY FEATURES: Twin front, side and curtain airbags / ABS / ESP WILL IT FIT IN YOUR GARAGE?: Length/Width/Height mm 4780/1911/1815 new car dealer preview new car woman’s view The new Peugeot 407 Coupe BMW 3 Series Touring see it first at Caffyns Peugeot of Estate of the art? Sevenoaks Style takes precedence over space in BMW's 3 Series Touring but Hannah Rainford finds it still surprisingly practical…. The new Peugeot 407 Coupe really is a step into the future. It's a car designed and developed to really push the barriers of technology, writes Dave King. Local dealers Caffyns Peugeot of Sevenoaks are excited about the new opportunities for conquest sales that Peugeot's new 407 Coupe will bring and have been gearing up to make sure that potential buyers are well looked after, both before and after purchase. How We're Bringing The Car To Market "This is one of the most significant cars we've seen from our franchise in many years" says David Bray, General Sales Manager of Caffyns Peugeot of Sevenoaks. "It really enables us to tap into a whole new breed of buyer within its market segment." The People Who Will Mercedes models have area," observes David Be Selling This Exciting been aware for some time Bray, "and for good reaNew Model that this exciting new son. We have outstanding The sales team behind this car have as much talent in depth as the car itself. Adam Smith presides over a team run by General Sales Manager David Bray, including Mark Drayton and Stephen Wick. Business and finance queries will be in the experienced hands of Alison Davis, Business & Finance Manager. class entrant was on its way and they've been regularly asking us questions about it for the last six months." facilities both in sales, service and all aspects of after sales. Over the years, we've also established an enviable reputaOur Dealer History tion for looking after our "Our dealership is one of customers and attention the best respected in the to detail." FACTS AT A GLANCE The Car: the new Peugeot 407 Coupe The Dealership: Caffyns Peugeot of Sevenoaks The Reaction Of Our Customers To The Car The Number to Call To Get Behind The Wheel: 01732-740740 "Already we've had a huge amount of positive reaction to this car," says David Bray. "We found that owners of other Where You Can Go For A Test Drive: 80 London Road, Sevenoaks Who Are The Key People To Talk To: General Sales Manager - David Bray A Woman's View Would It Suit Me? 'A hatchback with a backpack' was how I described the last generation BMW 3 Series Touring - and not a lot has changed with the current generation model. That doesn't mean to say it isn't even more desirable. Or indeed, that it isn't ever so slightly more practical. Both observations are true but they don't have my influence on my reasons for wanting one. And yes, I would like one, thank you very much. The Practicalities their saloon counterparts only really make themselves felt when there are less than four people in the car. You get a 460litre void back there to fill with the paraphernalia of your choice and that doesn't compare at all favourably with the 460litres you get in the saloon version for £1,180 less, model for model. Behind the Wheel A version of the controThe practical advantages versial iDrive control sysof the 3 Series Touring tem is carried into this car and other estates over from the larger 7 Series and 5 Series models. However, the version on this car is notably easier to use and is backed up by more conventional knobs and switches on the fascia. while Mercedes' C-class estate will cost you slightly more. Could I Live With One? I could. The 3 Series Touring is about the right size for me. I don't really Value for Money need an estate but like the As usual with BMW, it idea of one. I must be tardepends on how you look get market. at it. At £23,040 for the 320i model I tried, they're asking a lot of money but then, you'll get much of it back when you come to sell it again. Amongst the opposition, Audi's A4 Avant is slightly cheaper PEUGEOT The Ultimate Driving Machine Caffyns Peugeot - First For Peugeot in Sevenoaks Join Us For The Launch Of The Year's Most Exciting Sports Coupe Peugeot's new 407 Coupe will be unveiled at our showrooms on Tuesday November 23rd. Join us for a champagne reception at our showrooms and be amongst the first to admire - and drive - this stylish new sports coupe. Call 01732-740740 for your personal invitation. CAFFYNS PLC London Road Sevenoaks Tel: 01732 740740 THE DRIVE OF YOUR LIFE 2 Cooper Tunbridge Wells BMW First for BMW in Kent Always the widest range of new and used BMW models. Plus the area's largest fleet of demonstrators, including of course the new 3 Series Touring. Drop by and see us at our showrooms on St Johns Road, Tunbridge Wells. Or call us on 01892-223344 www.coopertunbridgewellsbmw.co.uk THE LAUNCH LOWDOWN by Dave King new car dealer preview The new Peugeot 407 Coupe see it first at Caffyns Peugeot of Sevenoaks The new Peugeot 407 Coupe really is a step into the future for this rapidly growing brand. It's a car designed and developed to really push the barriers of technology, while at the same time offer a stylish alternative to those buyers who previously might not have considered a car from this marque. Local dealers Caffyns Peugeot of Sevenoaks are excited about the new opportunities for conquest sales that this model will bring and have been gearing up to make sure that potential buyers are well looked after, both before and after purchase. FACTS AT A GLANCE The Car: the new Peugeot 407 Coupe The Dealership: Caffyns Peugeot of Sevenoaks The Number to Call To Get Behind The Wheel: 01732-740740 Where You Can Go For A Test Drive: 80 London Road, Sevenoaks How We're Bringing The Car To Market The People Who Will that owners of other car to sell - it's also about just like buying a new car Be Selling This Exciting Mercedes models have a great used car opportu- - for of course a fraction been aware for some time nity," observes Mr Bray. of the overall price." "This is one of the most New Model significant cars we've The sales team behind that this exciting new "Customers who don't Our Dealer History seen from our franchise in many years" says David Bray, General Sales Manager of Caffyns Peugeot of Sevenoaks. "It really enables us to tap into a whole new breed of buyer within its market segment." "We've spent a great deal of time and care and decided on the best way to make people in this area aware of the car, something which clearly will be an ongoing marketing process." this car have as much talent in depth as the car itself. Adam Smith presides over a team run by General Sales Manager David Bray, including Mark Drayton and Stephen Wick. Business queries will be in the hands of Alison Davis, Business & Finance Manager. The Reaction Of Our Customers To The Car "Already we've had a huge amount of positive reaction to this car," says David Bray. "We found class entrant was on its way and they've been asking us questions about it for the last six months." "What's been most interesting however, is the number of enquiries we've had from owners of other marques. These are the kind of people we'd never previously have expected to see in. " have the budget for this car will also be interested in models like these. All this means that there really has never been a better time to trade up to a used Peugeot. So wide is our access to stock that we can match nearly every request for engine and model or trim specification that a used car cusThe Opportunities That tomer is likely to make. This New Launch Has When you add that to our Created For Used Car long renowned standards Customers of used car preparation, "This model launch is not sales and service, the only about having a new whole experience will be Who Are The Key People To Talk To: Bray General Sales Manager - David "Our dealership is one of the best respected in the area," observes David Bray, "and for good reason. We have outstanding facilities both in sales, service and all aspects of after sales support . A car is the second biggest purchase you make in your life. In buying one, you need to know that you're buying more than just a chunk of metal: you need to buy a package of people and service. And that's what we are here to provide." PEUGEOT Caffyns Peugeot - First For Peugeot in Sevenoaks Join Us For The Launch Of The Year's Most Exciting Sports Coupe Peugeot's new 407 Coupe will be unveiled at our showrooms on Tuesday November 23rd. Join us for a champagne reception at our showrooms and be amongst the first to admire - and drive - this stylish new sports coupe. Call 01732-740740 for your personal invitation. CAFFYNS PLC London Road Sevenoaks Tel: 01732 740740 THE DRIVE OF YOUR LIFE new car category spotlight Superminis CAR: Mazda2 range PRICES: £8,885-£10,495 - on the road INSURANCE GROUPS: 2E-6E CO2 EMISSIONS: 149168g/km PERFORMANCE: [1.25] Max Speed 101mph / 0-60mph 15.1s FUEL CONSUMPTION: [1.25] (urban) 32.8mpg / (extra urban) 56.5mpg/ (combined) 44.8mpg STANDARD SAFETY FEATURES: Twin front airbags WILL IT FIT IN YOUR GARAGE?: Length/Width/Heightmm 3925/1680/1545mm CAR: Citroen C3 range PRICES: £9,195-£12,895 - on the road INSURANCE GROUPS: 2-5 CO2 EMISSIONS: 110170g/km PERFORMANCE: [1.4i] Top Speed 105mph FUEL CONSUMPTION: [1.4i] (urban) 34.4mpg / (extra urban) 56.5mpg / (combined) 45.6mpg STANDARD SAFETY FEATURES: Twin front airbags, ABS [exc LX] WILL IT FIT IN YOUR GARAGE?: Length/Width/Height 3850/1667/1519mm CAR: Kia Rio range PRICES: £8,000-£9,500 [approx] - on the road INSURANCE GROUP: 3 [est] CO2 EMISSIONS: [1.4] 157g/km [est] PERFORMANCE: [1.5 TD] 060mph 11.5s / Max Speed 110mph FUEL CONSUMPTION: [1.5 TD] 43mpg (average) [est] WILL IT FIT IN YOUR GARAGE?: n/a CAR: Suzuki Swift range PRICE: £7,499 - £9,750 - on the road INSURANCE GROUPS: 4-6 CO2 EMISSIONS: 148159g/km PERFORMANCE: [1.3] 060mph 11s / Max Speed 109mph FUEL CONSUMPTION: [1.3] 45.6mpg (combined) STANDARD SAFETY FEATURES: Twin airbags, ABS with EBD and brake assist WILL IT FIT IN YOUR GARAGE?: Width/Wheelbase cm 169/239 4 MAZDA2 RANGE - TWO TRUE It's strange how much more sense a car design can make when it's inserted into another manufacturer's product range. Take the surprisingly desirable Mazda2 we're looking at here, originally designed as a Ford but now much more comfortable as a Mazda. So, down to the basics. There's a decent selection of Ford-sourced engines - a 75bhp 1.25, an 80bhp 1.4 and a 100bhp 1.6-litre petrol unit, plus a 68bhp 1.4-litre common rail diesel. Prices start at £8,885, spreading across three trim levels (S, Antares and Capella) to around £10,500. Only one five-door body style is available and that tall shape means it looks and feels spacious. You might even mistake this for a car from the next class up. None of this is an illusion either. There's a useful 267-litre luggage compartment which grows to 1044 litres when you fold down the rear seats. CITROEN C3 RANGE - CIT UP AND BEG As babies, we're hardwired to recognise faces from a very early age. Citroen bill their C3 model "the friendly face of motoring" although when confronted with such a wacky visage, most infants would probably dive for the duvet. It's certainly a big face, the huge headlamps and pumped up grille dominating, and its one that we're growing extremely accustomed to. C3 prices start from £9,195 for the entry-level 1.1-litre version or £10,895 for the 75bhp 1.4litre petrol model, rising through 90bhp 1.4-litre SensoDrive petrol (which is available in economical Stop & Start or XTR faux 4x4 form), 110bhp 1.6-litre petrol found in the sporty VTR and a couple of HDi diesel variants to top out at £12,895. Right plumb in the middle of the small car sector in other words, an area of the market which has increased by some 30% over the last five years. NEW KIA RIO RANGE - RIO REVISITED Everything about Kia's latest Rio has been redesigned. That styling, for example, should go down well, featuring as it does a bolder nose, a more dynamic profile and a neater interior. Comfort-wise, there's more headroom, legroom and shoulder room, especially in the rear. From a safety perspective, there are now twin front, side airbags, active head restraints and the electronic stability programme, ESP. Some things don't change. The Rio still revels in its shameless affordability, with prices starting at around £8,000 for the entry-level model. Customers can choose from two body styles - 5door hatch and 4-door saloon - two equipment levels (LX and EX), two petrol engines (1.6 and 1.4 litres) with manual or automatic transmission, and, for the first time in the Rio range, a diesel engine (1.5 litres) with a manual gearbox. SUZUKI SWIFT RANGE - A SWIFT TO BE PROUD OF The first good thing to say about the Suzuki Swift, priced from £7,499, is that it's no bad looker. Rather than being an amorphous blob, the Swift has a pronounced bonnet line and a very shapely contour along its shoulders. A wide airdam and big headlamps give the car a distinctive 'face' and the big wheels at each corner of the car give the impression that it's solidly planted to the road. The entry-level option is a 92PS 1.3-litre petrol unit that will probably be the biggest seller, this is the only engine available in 3-door form. Next up is a 102PS 1.5-litre petrol powerplant and topping the range off is the 65PS1.3-litre DDiS diesel. Fuel economy is key in a car like the Swift and averages of 45.6mpg and 43.5mpg for the two petrol engines respectively is a good showing. Better still is the diesel's 61.4mpg. THE LOWDOWN by Andy Enright Warton Hall Garage Warton, Carnforth 01524 732107 Sales and Service Castle Motor Company Part of the Caledonia Group Mellishaw Lane, Morecombe Tel: 01534 62939 PYE MOTORS Lancaster & Morecombe Ovangle Road Tel: -1542 598598 www.pyemotors.co.uk John Wilding Ltd Banbury Garage, Westgate, Morecombe Tel: 01524 831163 www.johnwildingsuzuki.co.uk driven new car price guide ALFA ROMEO 4x4 - Compact Family Hatchback Executive Car - Compact Estate - Medium Executive Car Coupe - Medium Coupe - Medium Convertible - Sports Tuscon 5dr 147 3 & 5dr 156 4dr Sportwagon 5dr 166 4dr GT 3dr GTV 2dr Spider 2dr £13995 £13660 £14810 £17500 £20833 £20995 £20380 £20790 - £18695 £22750 £27520 £28560 £28383 £26695 £26590 £28300 Family Hatchback A2 5dr Family Hatchback A3 3dr & 5dr Executive Car - Compact A4 4dr Estate - Medium A4 Avant 5dr Convertible - Sports A4 Cabriolet 2dr Executive Car A6 4dr Estate - Large A6 Avant 5dr 4x4 - Ordinary Estate Car-based Off Roader AllRoad 5dr Luxury Car A8 4dr Coupe - Medium TT 2dr Roadster TT Roadster 2dr £12715 £15515 £18765 £19915 £24615 £24535 £26510 - £13695 £24890 £36975 £38125 £40275 £45000 £46270 £27760 £47930 £21090 £22240 - £40575 £77360 £30110 £32360 AUDI BMW Family Hatchback Executive Car - Compact Estate - Medium Coupe - Medium Convertible - Sports Executive Car Estate - Large Coupe - Large Convertible - Luxury 4x4 - Compact Luxury Car Roadster 4x4 - Luxury 1 Series 5dr 3 Series Saloon 4dr 3 Series Touring 5dr 3 Series Coupe 2dr 3 Series Convertible 2dr 5 Series 4dr 5 Series Touring 5dr 6 Series 3dr 6 Series 2dr X3 5dr 7 Series 4dr Z4 Roadster 2dr X5 5dr £15995 £19900 £23040 £20995 £26860 £25925 £27925 £46285 £51865 £25010 £48150 £22755 £36190 - £26515 £32120 £33290 £44275 £44600 £62705 £47775 £80755 £59365 £35050 £82925 £31840 £59000 7 7 CSR 2dr £15200 £27450 - £36200 £33950 CHEVROLET Citycar Supermini Family Hatchback Saloon - Compact Estate - Small MPV - Mini Matiz 5dr Kalos 3/5dr Lacetti 5dr Lacetti 4dr Lacetti 5dr Tacuma 5dr £6095 £6995 £9495 £10495 £10995 £10995 - £7695 £9995 £12495 £11995 £12995 £11995 Neon 4dr PT Cruiser 5dr PT Cruiser 2dr Voyager, Grand Voyager 5dr Wrangler 3dr Cherokee 5dr Grand Cherokee 5dr Crossfire Crossfire 2dr 300C 4dr £12685 £12995 £17495 £18495 £15730 £17995 £28695 £24995 £25995 £25750 - £13985 £17220 - £32020 £18600 £23520 £34695 £34335 £35335 £32995 C1 3/5dr C2 3dr C3 5dr C3 Pluriel 2dr C4 3/5dr C5 5dr C5 5dr Berlingo Multispace 5dr Xsara Picasso 5dr C8 5dr £6495 £7995 £9195 £12295 £11095 £14995 £16095 £9895 £13395 £18995 - £8445 £11995 £12895 £13895 £18495 £21595 £22595 £11795 £17095 £26775 CHRYSLER JEEP Family Hatchback MPV - Mini Convertible - Affordable MPV - Large 4x4 - Compact 4x4 - Family 4x4 - Luxury Coupe - Medium Convertible - Sports Executive Car CITROEN Citycar Supermini Supermini Convertible - Affordable Family Hatchback Medium Range Family Car Estate - Medium MPV - Supermini MPV - Mini MPV - Large Focus 3/5dr Focus 4dr Focus 5dr Mondeo 4/5dr Mondeo 5dr C-MAX Galaxy 5dr GT 2dr £10895 £14970 £12845 £15800 £16800 £13490 £19460 £120000 - £18525 £17975 £18525 £24300 £25300 £18990 £25615 New Fords for Less! 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Executive cars to commercials We deal in all aspects of car leasing, lease purchase, hire purchase and vehicle contract hire to suit the individual, business or large fleet customer. Tax efficient, business efficient! Liberate your capital and get the vehicle you really want. buying a demonstrator In search of that bargain new car Fancy a bargain? 05 55 Ford Sportka 05 2005 SAAB 95 Vector 3.0TDi Racing Blue Metallic with midnight leather. 6 stack CD player, air conditioniing. Our car from new, under 6000 miles Merlot red with full leather interior. Extras include park assistance, heated seats along with many others. 6,000 miles. £9,600 £23,339. Save over £5,000 compared with new price. Kingsmere Ford, Lower Bristol Road,Bath BA2 6NE Tel: 01225 402200 Williams SAAB St Philips Causeway, Avon Meads, Bristol. Tel 0117 311 5000 www.williamsautomobiles.co.uk www.kingsmereford.co.uk Buying a dealer demonstrator makes a lot of sense. 05 55 VW Passat 1.8T Sports Estate Inky blue, 4 x airbags, 5 speed Tiptronic, alarm, 16,000 miles only, alloy wheels, CD player, electric windows, central locking. £15,995 Moto Services Bath Ltd. Lockstock Road, Bath 01225 428000 www.motorservicesbath.co.uk After all, you can be guaranteed that the car will have been impeccably looked after and perfectly maintained. You'll still have nearly all the manufacturer's warranty. It won't have done any hard mileage. And you can be sure that no chain-ssmoking cigarette fiend will have been let near it. Plus, you've allowed the dealership to take that initial painful first stab of depreciation. It's a win-w win scenario really. Drawbacks? Well, the only real one is that you're a bit restricted when it comes to specification and colour. Mind you, that's not too much of a hardship since most dealer demonstrators tend to be plusher models that are usually specced up like Christmas trees. This week, we've looked around the area and picked out some of the best demonstrators up for sale. If you're looking to buy either new or used, these are cars well worth considering. Reflex silver, alloy wheels, 4 airbags, 6speed manual, air conditioning, 12,028 miles, CD player, alarm/immobiliser, FSH £14,495 Moto Services Bath Ltd. Lockstock Road, Bath 01225 428000 www.motorservicesbath.co.uk Kia Sedona 2.9 CRDi LE £17,300 Lexus IS200 SE Manual 05 ‘55 05 05 Subaru Legacy 2.5 GX 2005 05 Daihatsu Charade 1.0 Alloy wheels, privacy glass, leather covered steering wheel. Stylish modern interior and dash. ABS, air con, driver and passenger airbags. remote central locking. Silver/Exmoor, 6 speed manual. Climate Control, PAS, central locking, half leahter trim. Electric windows, mirrors and heated seats. Alarm and immobiliser Dark Grey metallic with heated sports seats, anti-lock brakes, twin/side airbags, alarm. 16” wheels, CD, climate control, cruise control, 5-speed manual, twin electric sunroofs. Our car from new, 12,400 miles only. EL 3dr. ABS braking, power steering, electric windows and mirrors, CD and eadio, mid ocean blue. Only 3,400 miles, our exdemonstrator. £17,850 Bristol Kia 99-1 101 Bristol 0117 971789 Feeder Road, Sedona’s from £13,995 Toyota Celica Sport 1.8 6 05 05 Volkswagen Bora 1.9 SE Tdi PD 130 bhp Lexus Bristol. Pioneer Park, Whitby Road, Bristol BS4 3QB Tel 0117 916555 www.lexus.co.uk/bristol 05 05 Volkswagen Bora 1.9 SE Tdi PD 130 bhp 190 bhp, Gunmetal grey, 8000 miles. Exdemo, reg July 05. Alloys, climate control, CD player, spoiler, two-tone leather, alloy pedals. Reflex silver, alloy wheels, 4 airbags, 6speed manual, air conditioning, 12,028 miles, CD player, alarm/immobiliser, FSH £17,750 £14,495 Toyota World. Pioneer Park, Whitby Road, Brislington, Bristol BS4 3QB. Moto Services Bath Ltd. Lockstock Road, Bath 01225 428000 www.motorservicesbath.co.uk Was £21,245 Now £16,995 Tiley of Bristol, Hartcliffe Way, Bristol BS3 5SD Tel: (0117) 9231231 Fax: (0117) 9660100 £6,495 Main Daihatsu Dealer. Hursley Hill Garage, Wells Road, Whitchurch, Bristol. Tel: (01275) 832303 05 2005 SAAB 95 Vector 3.0TDi 05 55 Mondeo ST220 5-dr Silver with full leather interior. Extras include park assistance, heated seats along with many others. 6,000 miles. Machine silver with sport red leather interior. Privacy glass,6 speed, satellite navigation,Xenon headlights, reversing sensors. Our car from new, less than 6,000 miles. £23,339. Save over £5,000 compared with new price. Williams SAAB St Philips Causeway, Avon Meads, Bristol. Tel 0117 311 5000 www.williamsautomobiles.co.uk £19,995 Kingsmere Ford, Lower Bristol Road,Bath BA2 6NE Tel: 01225 402200 www.kingsmereford.co.uk used car model guide MINI (2001- to date) A Mini Adventure Want a MINI Adventure at a price you can afford? Andy Enright tells you how to bag the best one. What You Pay The first MINI One variants are currently changing hands from around £9,500 with £11,000 being the level where Coopers kick off. Cooper S models are still exceedingly thin on the ground and if you can find one for anything less than £15,500, consider it a good deal. Salt, Pepper and Chilli options packs add around £150 to the value of a MINI. Insurance is eminently reasonable think Group 5 for the One and Group 8 for the Cooper. What To Look For Practically all MINI owners paid the extra £100 for the five-year 'TLC' servicing option, and as such your prospective purchase dealer stocklist report Regent Car Sales Something for everybody This week, our used car expert Steve Ghosley casts his eye over the stock of Regent Car Sales in Tonbridge. will probably have had some main dealer attention. The unfortunate fact that is beginning to emerge is that it may well have needed it. Apart from a recall to modify some car's fuel filler necks, many owners have seen somewhat more of their local BMW service bay than they would have expected. Many owners reported that the ball races at the top pivot points of their front suspension struts were lacking caps and exposed to the elements. This seemed to be the cause of left hand pull on some models, rectified by fitting new struts. Rattling dashboards and badly fitting roof guttering were also repetitive complaints amongst owners. Likewise a faulty sensor in the tailgate latch often flashes a warning to the driver that the hatch is open, requiring a few slams to disengage it. Overall If you can accept the fact that your MINI may cause you a few mini adventures along the way, then there's no reason why you shouldn't dip your toe into this still rather volatile market. The Cooper probably represents the best compromise option and there are now a few to choose from, Whatever model you choose, you're guaranteed a good time. for the bargain price of £6,995. Want something larger? Well how about the Xplated Peugeot 406 1.8 LX manual in Wedgewood Blue Metallic. This particular car is well-equipped with air-conditioning, a full Cheap & Cheerful electric pack which If you're looking for a includes electric winsmall hatchback, you dows and all for £5,995. can't do much better than Affordable Rangers the Ford Fiesta. It's cheap Mid-R to run, small on the out- You'll find a W-registered side but quite spacious Ford Galaxy Ghia autointernally. You'll find a matic turbo-diesel fin(02 registered) 52-plate ished in Forest Green Fiesta 1.25 LX five-door Metallic. At £11,995 this finished in Minstrel Blue Galaxy is great value. Metallic with Grey cloth Perhaps you are looking trim. This nearly-new car for an estate car? The RWhen you're looking for your next car, it's good to find a large variety that features vehicles from right across the motoring spectrum all on one site. At Regent Car Sales , you'll be able to view anything from a Ford Fiesta to a Ford Galaxy. registered Toyota Carina GS Estate 1.8 finished in Bordeaux Red Metallic should fit the bill nicely. With power-assisted steering, electric windows and door mirrors, plus CD player this superbly-equipped model is totally immaculate and has covered a remarkably abstemious 44,000 miles - all this for the amazing low price of £3,495. What's more, Toyota’s unrivalled reliability, that this car will get you there with no trouble at all. ished in eye-catching Bright Red with Charcoal trim should suit you down to the ground. You'll get good performance with excellent economy and you'll have a great deal of fun driving it too. This good-looking car can be had for £6,995. Full dealer services can be offered and their sales team can of course provide written quotations on request. Desirable Late, Low Mileage Visit the dealership at 60A Priory Road, Tonbridge or call (01732) 366388. Maybe it's a sport coupe that you desire? The Ford Puma 1.7-litre 16v fin- CONTACT WE WILL NOT BE BEATEN ON PRICE, QUALITY OR AFTER SALES SERVICE REGENT Cooper Tunbridge Wells The First Place to begin your MINI Adventure! We sell and service only the very best new and used MINIs. We have the area's largest selection of used MINI models, all covered by the Cherished Used Car Scheme. Car Sales OF TONBRIDGE (R) Renault Laguna RT Sport, 12 months MOT, sunroof, e/windows, service history, super car throughout. 1.8 GTi, 5 door. Moonstone Silver, half leather interior. 2 owners with FSH, £2,795 (04) Kia Sedona www.Mini.co.uk/tunbridgewells 2.9 DCi Alloy wheels, privacy glass, auto, ABS, air con, tinted glass, leather seats. £17,295 Daihatsu Charade 2004, 1.0 EL 3dr. ABS braking, power steering, electric windows and mirrors, CD. £6,495 £2,795 (R) Ford Escort Drop by and see us at 39 St Johns Road in Tunbridge Wells or call us on 01892-506506. Every car sold with new MOT, serviced and valetted. Part Exchange welcomed, Hire purchase agreements cleared. 2002 (52) Hyundai Coupe 2.7 V6, Samba Red, ABS £14,950 VW Passat 1.8T 5 speed Tiptronic, alarm, 16,000 miles only, alloy wheels, CD playe. £15,995 2001 (51) Shogun Pinin 2.0 GDi Elegance Auto, 5 door, Silver, grey leather, electric everything. £11,995 05 55 Ford Sportka Racing Blue Metallic with midnight leather. 6 stack CD player, air con. £9,600 More vehicles in stock - visit our website now at: www.regentcarsales.com Priory Road, Tonbridge, Kent Tel: 01732 366388 8 cars of the week 2002 (52) Hyundai Coupe £14,950 2.7 V6, Samba Red, black leather trim, cruise control, alloys, CD player, PAS, climate control, 6 speed, e/sunroof, remote locking/alarm. Great saving on new. HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK’S USED CAR STOCK 2003 (53) Hyundai Trajet £16.295 2.0 TD Auto GSi, blue planet metallic. 7 seater, removable seats. ABS, AC, CD. 2001 (51) Hyundai Trajet £12,950 2.0 TD GSi, sky silver. Removable seats, 7 seater, side steps, AC. 2003 (03) Hyundai Elantra £9,995 2.0 TD GSi. 5 dr, Smart Silver, AC C/L, 5,100 miles. 2001 (Y) Hyundai Accent £5,495 1.5 CDX, 5 dr, Storm Blue, PAS, AC, C/L. (V) BMW 328ci Coupe £11,995 89k, full BMW service history, superb conditionin metallic Midnight Blue with Black leather interior. Air conditioning, 17” alloys, CD player. (R) Mazda MX5 £4,995 69k, full service history, white, hardtop. (R) Vauxhall Tigra £4,995 IML Ivybridge Motors Ltd £1,000 Minimum Part Exchange on all used cars this weekend* IML Valley Road, Plymouth. 01752 349850 ELBURTON CAR SALES 1.6 Chequers, 55k, air conditioning, Silver. (X) Honda Logo £5,995 1.3 SK. Air conditioning 3 door hatch. (R) Daihatsu Foutrak £7,495 2.8 TDX, 52k, full service history, grey. (P) Ford Escort £2,295 Tavistock Road, Plymouth. 1.6, 5 door, 31k, red. (S) Vauxhall Vectra Finance available, Part exchange welcomed. All makes - Service, MOTs and Repairs £3,495 01752 313361 1.8 saloon. 41k, full service history, blue. 2001 (51) Mitsubiahi Shogun £11,995 Pinin 2.0 GDi Elegance Auto, 5 door, Silver, grey leather, alloys, air conditioning, electric windows. 2002 (02) Mitsubishi Gallant £9,995 2.0 Equippe, low mileage, Silver, AC. alloys, EW. 2001 (Y) Mitsubishi Shogun £8,995 Pinin 1.8 GDi Elegance. 3 dr, Green/Silver, allows, AC, EW. (2002 (52) Mitsubishi Space Star £8,995 Rodgers o f Plymouth Plymouths Award Winning Mitsubishi Dealer 1.6 Mirage. Midnight Blue, twin air bags, EW, alloys, AC. 2001 (51) Mitsubishi Space Star £6,495 1.3 Mirage, Silver, twin air bags, alloys, EW. 2001 (X) Mitsubishi Carisma Tel: 01752 402623 £2,595 Windsor C ar Sales 1.8 Equippe, Silver, alloys, EW. (R) Ford Escort £2,795 1.8 GTi, 5 door. Moonstone Silver, half leather interior. PAS, air con, FFSR, c/locking, e/windows, alloys, 2 owners with FSH, stunning sports hatch. (V) Ford Mondeo 2.0 LX, 4 door saloon. Slate Blue met, cloth trim, PAS, AC, Elec pack, 2 owners with full SH. (T) Vauxhall Astra £2,195 1.6 16v CD Est, Classic Green met, velour trim, PAS, ElecPack, roof rails, load cover, FSH. (P) Vauxhall Vectra £2,495 1.8 GLS saloon, Velevt green, velour trim, PAS, Elec Pack, 1 owner, FSH. (T) Hyundai Lantra £2,595 1.6 GSi Electric Blue, velour trim, PAS, Elec Pack, CD player, two owners with FSH. (R) Renault Laguna £2,795 RT Sport, 12 months MOT, sunroof, e/windows, service history, super car throughout. (P) Vauxhall Vectra £2,295 1.8 Estate, in Red (P) Peugeot 306 £2,195 Quality used cars, credit cards accepted, all cars serviced and warranted. Windsor Road, Higher Compton, Plymouth Tel: 01752 702602 Wilson Court Car Sales 1.4 Genoa, 5dr, PAS. (P) Citroen ZX £1,995 1.5 5 dr, PAS, C/L (N) Ford Escort (K) Mazda 626 Red, alloys. Full workshop facilities. For details on these and other cars, call- £1,495 1.6 Metallic Blue, PAS. 10 Brixton Road, Plymouth £6,495 £995 Tel: 01752 330195 Honiton Road, Colebrook, Plymouth dealer of the week customer testimony The Quality Car Company of Tonbridge Family Favourite All around the Kent area, people are stalking about The Quality Car Company in Tonbridge. Dave King has been checking the place out as our Dealer of The Week. The Dealership Any used car dealership worth its salt wants its name to be associated with quality, good value and great customer service. The Quality Car Company in Tonbridge claims to offer all these things and I was pleasantly surprised to find that this turns out to be a business capable of delivering on those promises. This is a company that can also sell you anything from a supermini to a citycar, from a 4x4 to an estate. by current Directors John Embury and Adrian Wilding back in 1994. The two of them started with a small site on the other side of Tonbridge. Their Cars The dealership has created a new sales area within their used car operation. 'Adrian's Vehicle Selection’ is where you'll find a fantastic array of cars of all types, models, sizes and makes, with prices that have been hugely reduced. These used cars are carefully Their History inspected and serviced The Quality Car and are then valeted from Company was founded top to bottom before sale. Servicing & Maintenance Facilities There's a lot more in this respect than you would normally expect a nonfranchised dealership to have. The fully equipped workshop houses eight fully manufacturertrained technicians, working with eight ramps and ten workshop bays. There's the latest diagnostic equipment and a full courtesy car facvility should you need it. Alternatively, the dealership runs a free collection and delivery service. You can call Service Manager Dave Bradbury and his Lewis Moody from Tonbridge purchased a new Renault Megane CC team to find out more about all these services. What made me buy the car? Overall I liked the idea of owning an open-topped car without the security drawbacks of a fabric hood, so when the Megane CC first came out, I went for a test drive and was smitten immediately. I went for the 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol version as I fancied going quickly in an apparently 'hairdresser'-orientated car like this would be a good laugh. We were impressed that every market sector is covered, from the smallest, cheapest runabout right up to a prestige luxury model or sports car. If you're searching for a car that's ideal for the family, or something rather special, you certainly won't be disappointed. How to Get in Contact Drop into Priory Road in Tonbridge or call the sales team on (01892) 741000 to find out more. Alternatively, log on to www.qualitycarsales.co.uk like you're going a lot faster than you actually are. This I like. Plus, as compact convertibles go, the Megane is surprisingly roomy inside. What's gone wrong with it? Someone crashed into the back of me about six months ago and did quite a lot of damage to the rear of the car. The dealership were very nice and they gave me a courtesy car for the week that they kept it in. Otherwise, What do I think of it there's nothing to report.; now? it’s been boringly steady It really goes and because and reliable, not that I’m of the car's size, it seems complaining. What's it like to drive? My dad says it reminds him of the Mini he had in his younger days - fast, small and stylish. The sixteen-valve engine eventually runs out of puff at about 130mph, a testament I think to the Renault's excellent aerodynamics and power. I love the look of it too. The roof takes a mere 22 seconds to fold in on itself (I've timed it!), secreted in a cassette in the boot. I like the fact that, unlike with some convertibles, no latches need to be undone to expedite this process: a button on the centre console takes care of everything. Venus 35 glass and features 'excellent thermodynamic and acoustic properties': that's good enough for me. It's certainly impressively thief and vandal proof. Would I buy another? I really like the Megane CC and I would get another one in the future but with Renault's reputation for reliability, I probably won't need to for another few years yet. 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Richard Green now runs this local business and he and his experienced, expert team of seven install products made by some of the most trusted and respected manufacturers in the industry. Green Car Radio has recently expanded the premises to cope with demand, such is their reputation for customer service excellence. New facilities include a smart double-fronted shop with superb product display area and a newly-built pristine workshop where installations, servicing and repairs are done. If there's a problem with the security coding on your audio system, technicians can also decode and recode your system quickly and efficiently. Local Business Feature In Touch Insurance's other secret is the way that they listen to their customers and take each individual's circumstances into account before getting them a quote. The postcode you live in for example, could make quite a difference with some companies but could be less of an CD SCOOTERS THE SCOOTER EXPERTS CD Scooters have been established for over five years and are Brighton's only authorised Piaggio and Gilera dealership. They have around fifty new models permanently on site and customers are welcome to browse the stock at their leisure. The staff at CD Scooters are all enthusiasts who both ride and work on scooters, so if you have any questions they will be only too happy to answer them for you. my first car A Guide To All The Businesses You'll Need To Talk To When Taking To The Road For The Very First Time If you need finance to help purchase your scooter, then CD Scooters can offer you very competitive packages. It is fair to say that CD Scooters offer the motorist the complete one-stop-shop for all their motoring needs. If you need any advice, their friendly staff are there to help. Why not take a look for yourself? You can find CD scooters at 85, Lewes Road, Brighton or, for further information, telephone them on (01273) 680900. You can also visit their website at www.cdscooters.com. GLEN SKERRITT'S CAR SALES For most of us, the idea of spending a fortune on a car fills us with dread. Prices for cars are somewhat scary and there's no doubt that buying a vehicle is the next most expensive purchase that the majority of us undertake, next to buying a property. There is a car dealership where you won't have to spend a small fortune to obtain a decent car. That place is Glen Skerritt's Car Sales, where you'll find a fine selection of around 75 used vehicles, each one in excellent condition. Vehicle ages range from 03-plate nearly-new examples to vehicles registered around seven years ago. There's something for everyone at this used car dealership, and you'll find an excellent choice of cars that are ideal for the first-time car buyer, with many of these economical vehicles low-rated for tax and insurance. Most vehicles come with a full parts and labour warranty, an MOT and a professional valet. A full and comprehensive pre-delivery inspection is also performed on most used vehicles available at Glen Skerritt's Car Sales. What's more, the vast majority of vehicles are sold with an HPI vehicle history certificate, which guarantees that all finance owed by the previous owner has been paid, that the car has not been severely damaged in an accident, and that the mileage displayed on the clock is accurate. There's no need to worry about being able to afford to purchase your next car, not with the low-rate finance packages offered by Glen and his Sales Team. These MOT TESTS FROM JUST £25.00! Fed up with having to eat into your finances every time your car needs a service. There is an answer to your prayers for a place that offers high-quality servicing and repairs at They have recently opened a new clothing department providing everything you could possibly want to make riding your scooter as safe and comfortable as possible. CD Scooters also have a full range of parts and accessories available that will keep your scooter in tip-top order and looking great. a price that won't break the bank. Station Pitstop / Complete Car Care UK Ltd on Victoria Road, Worthing, is the place to go for MoTs, servicing, repairs and pre-MoT work, with labour rates that undercut the competition at just £35.00 an hour and services from only £58.00 + parts and VAT. Work on any vehicle can be undertaken within the superbly-equipped workshop, that contains no fewer than four hydraulic ramps and two rolling roads. MoT tests can be carried out from only £25.00. If your vehicle should fail, there are a number of inexpensive ways that you can go about a re-test. HAPPY HOUR SCHOOL OF MOTORING financial plans can be tailored to fit in with your exact requirements, which will make the buying of your next car easily affordable. What's more, 0% deposits are available on selected vehicles. Once you have bought a car from Glen Skerritt's Car Sales, you'll be given first-class aftersales back-up. General servicing is provided for customers and courtesy cars are offered by prior arrangement. With over 19 years of experience behind him, Glen knows a thing or two about selecting the finest used cars for stock, and how to look after his customers. It's reassuring to know that there's a dealership on your doorstep, where you can guarantee that you'll receive friendly and efficient customer care every time. Call into Glen Skerritt's Car Sales, Alcester Road Service Station, Flyford Flavell, on the main A 422 Stratford Road, just five miles outside Worcester. They're open seven days a week and there's never any pressure to buy. Just call in and talk to Glen about your motoring needs. He's looking forward to meeting you. DVD and satellite navigation systems are almost 'musthave' accessories these days. Green Car Radio provide and fit VDO Dayton and SMARTNAV in-car navigation equipment, two of the most respected industry names. These systems can plan a shortest route to your destination for you, which can save you money in reduced fuel costs. Call into Green Car Radio at 81-83, Ansdell Road, Blackpool or call (01253) 764488 for more information on just what they can do for you and your car. STATION PITSTOP / COMPLETE CAR CARE UK LTD HIGH QUALITY SERVICE AT AFFORDABLE PRICES CD Scooters not only sell scooters, they also service and repair them. All servicing and repairs are carried out in their on-site workshop by technicians who have been fully-trained and know the machines inside out. They ensure that your scooter always receives the very best of care and attention. If your scooter is in need of an MOT then let CD Scooters arrange it for you. You'll find that Green Car Radio only supply and fit topquality products from highly-regarded manufacturers such as Kenwood, Pioneer, Sony, Panasonic and Clarion. Whether you require new speakers or a complete car audio system, or may be an upgrade of your existing equipment, you can guarantee that the skilled technicians at Green Car Radio will perform all tasks to perfection. If advice is needed they are eager to assist. Happy Hour School of Motoring was established in 1989 by Rosemary Farrell and through her determination and dedication to achieve better and safer driving standards for pupils she has built up a very successful company. Happy Hour's aim is to provide their pupils with the highest professional instruction. All Happy Hour instructors follow an ongoing training programme which ensures they reach and maintain the highest professional standard and, most importantly, their Learners are provided with the best possible service and up to date tuition. Each Happy Hour pupil is given a course designed specifically for their individual needs. The lessons follow a structured plan and a progress record is kept to ensure a complete training program is followed thereby increasing their knowledge and skill, at a pace that suits them. After passing the Practical Driving Test, Happy Hour can provide further tuition on a Pass Plus course. This course covers all aspects of driving but mainly concentrates on motorway driving. Once completed the DSA issues a certificate which entitles the new driver to a discount on their car insurance. Due to success of the learner driver school and the rap- Firstly, you can let Station Pit Stop carry out the remedial work for you and you'll receive the re-test for free. Secondly, you can take advantage of their unique facility where you can fix the problems yourself using their ramps and tools for £15.00 an hour, and obtain your re-test for free. The third option is to get another service agent carry out the work and you'll pay £15.00 for the re-test, which is still cheaper than elsewhere, so you can't lose! The highly-skilled technicians have all the experience necessary to carry out all tasks with high efficiency at a price that all can comfortably afford. Station Pitstop / Complete Car Care UK Ltd offers a local collection and delivery service or you can drop off your car and collect it later. The reception area is comfortable and inviting and free hot and cold beverages can be provided. Trade customers are welcome too. You'll like the fact that you're more than just a number on a job sheet with Station Pitstop, which is conveniently located next to Worthing Central Station and Wortax taxis. Call (01903) 200 010 for more information. idly increasing number of learners Happy Hour Instructor Training was established to provide the school with their own supply of highly trained instructors. When they require more instructors their preferred option will always be to recruit from their current Potential Driving Instructors. Happy Hour is on the Official Register of Driving Instructor establishments (ORDIT) and therefore qualified to teach PDI's. For more details about any of their courses and training contact the Happy Hour School of Motoring on (0800) 0 52 54 56. You can also E-mail them on [email protected]. Their Glasgow office can be found at 307, Crow Road, Broomhill, Glasgow. You can also visit their website at www.happy-hour.uk.com. Call the Ad-L Line on 01253 776699 to place your car ad here. private advertisements FORD SIERRA 1.8 LX Est (H) reg Silver, MoT Oct, e/w, ect, immac cond throut, no rust any trial. £575 ono Tel 01995 671787 (T) VOLVO 340 GL 1.7, 1989 Extremely reliable, stereo, recent exhaust, mot,very good cond in and out, sound car, genuine sale, £225 In Association with Vicarage Lane, Blackpool FY4 4XL 01253 769999 FORD Orion K Reg, 85000 miles, 5dr,red Good Condition, E/w,S/R,C/L £650 ono Tel. (01253) 406824. 01772 493267 G REG FORD FIESTA NISSAN PRIMERA LX,in blue,fitted sun roof, Stereo,clean inside and out,12 mths mot. 1.6LS Estate (H) PAS Long tax and mot, practical, reliable, good condition. £595ono £695ono Tel.079392 04774 Tel.01254 640017 FORD Orion PEUGEOT 205 K Reg, 85000 miles, 5dr,red Good Condition, E/w,S/R,C/L GRD,diesel, 1986 159k, serv history, exceptional, 5dr, 48-6 65mpg, new tyres, facelift stereo, tax/ MoT £650 ono Tel. (01253) 406824. £795 01253 776292, 07762 297047 FORD SIERRA SAPPHIRE 1.8 LX 1990 truly immac car. 2 owners, v well maintained, ffsr, c/kl rad/cass, mot feb £395 AUSTIN METRO STUDIO 2 Freg, 3 door saloon, alloys, 5 months Tax, 11 months MOT £325ono AGH Motor Services Tel 781008 Tel 01253 315500 NISSAN PRIMERA CITROEN AX 1.1 1.6LS Estate (H) PAS Long tax and mot, practical, reliable, good condition. £695ono Tel.01254 640017 PEUGEOT 205 GRD,diesel, 1986 159k, serv history, exceptional, 5dr, 48-6 65mpg, new tyres, facelift stereo, tax/ MoT £795 01253 776292, 07762 297047 An Ad from a Cad F Reg, 3dr, long MoT, Tax July , Excellent cond. £295 Tel. (01772) 635529. after 4pm VOLVO 340 GL 1.7, 1989 Extremely reliable, stereo, recent exhaust, mot, very good cond, sound car, genuine sale. £225, Kirkham 01772 493267 Would you rather buy a used car from a man with a sense of humour than a sour-faced miserly individual? If the answer is yes, you might be reaching for your wallet on sight of this classic advert which appeared in the Auto Trader: 1993 TOYOTA SUPRA TWIN TURBO AERO TOP (G2). 1993, very rare, every toy, leather, mini disc, climate, traction, cruise, 18in alloys, brand new tyres, priv/plate (SUP), 0-60 in 5, 160+ mph, awesome, girlfriend forgot to take pill, gutted. £14,250. (Bucks). Sad tale, but before you rush out to take advantage of this broken-hearted fellow, you should know that the car was sold soon after this comic advert was published, received national press coverage and was spirited round the world on the Internet. It seems good news travels fast, depending on how you look at it. FORD FIESTA 1000,H reg Only 38k, 11mths mot, tax, 2 previous owners, super little car. £995. Tel.01253 310336. CITROEN AX 1.1 F Reg, 3dr, long MoT, Tax July , Excellent cond. £295 Tel. (01772) 635529. after 4pm SIERRA XR 4I PEUGEOT 205 H Regd, E/W, C/L, S/r, Src/cd, Pas, 90k, Mot July 02. Ex Runner GRD,diesel, 1986 159k, serv history, exceptional, 5dr, 4865mpg, new tyres, facelift stereo, tax/ MoT £650ono Tel. 01253 393038 after 6pm £795 01253 776292 GREASE Tyre and LIGHTENING Battery Co. Ltd FORD MONEDO 1.8 LX 1994 68 k, 12mnths mot, taxed till June, sunroof, E/W,C/L,P/S, burgundy, good runner cond. £895 ono Tel 313803 or 07947386379 FORD SIERRA 1.8 LX Est (H) reg Silver, MoT Oct, e/w, ect, immac cond throut, no rust any trail £575 ono Tel 01995 671787 T FORD SIERRA SAPPHIRE 1.8 1990 truly immac car. Only 2 owners, very well maintained, ffsr, c/kl rad/cass, mot feb £395 AGH Motor Services Tel 781008 HONDA CONCERTO 1.6 GL, K months MoT, PAS, SR, C/L, VCG £950ono Tel 01253 625044 PEUGEOT 205 GRD, diesel, 1986 159k, serv history, exceptional, 5dr, 48-65mpg, new tyres, facelift stereo, tax/ MoT £795 01253 776292, 07762297047 PEUGEOT 305 GTX taxed, mot, well maintained, mint condition. Genuine reason for sale. £450 Tel 01253 884026. RENALT SAVANNAH 21 estate 1988, new tyres, battery alternation, brakes, car stereo, towbar, mot, tax till May, nice driver. £350 Tel 01253 312831 ROVER 214 SLI 1992, J Reg, 110 000 miles,Tax & MoT 2 owners, good condition £750 ono Tel (01253) 828435 SKODA FAVORIT 12 mnths mot, taxed. Good runner £250 Tel 01253 838512 VAUXHALL ASTRA 1400 Reliable, 3 mths mot 1 mth tax, low ins group. White h reg. Require quick sale £550 ono Tel: 01253 893755 Mob 0776 6117481. VAUXHALL ASTRA SRI 1991 immaculate example, ffsr, c/l,e/w alarmed immob, very well maintained, real eye catcher in red, full 12 month mot £595 AGH Motor services Tel 781008 VOLVO 340 GL 1.7, 1989 Extremely reliable, stereo, recent exhaust, mot,very good cond in and out, sound car, genuine sale, £225, Kirkham 01772 493267 VOLVO 440 1.8 Si June '92 J reg One owner from new Full Volvo Service History Radio/cass Taxed and MoT Excellent Condition £985 Tel 01253 795421 ROVER 414SLi Mot'd til Nov,(H) good clean reliable runner, e/w, e/m, c/locking, tilt/slide sunroof £750 ono Tel 01253 854711 AUSTIN METRO STUDIO 2 F reg, 3 door saloon, alloys, 5 months Tax, 11 months MOT. Easy first car. £325ono Tel 01253 315500 CAVALIER CDi G reg, red,11 mths MoT, 5 mths Tax,vgc in and out £495 ono Tel 300541 or 07715 071214 CITROEN AX 1.1 F Reg, 3dr, long MoT, Tax July , Excellent cond. tilt/slide sunroof £295 Tel. (01772) 635529 CITROEN BX 19 TGD Diesel estate 1991, long MoT, pas, central locking, towbar, mot, tax till May, nice driver. £650 ono Tel 01253 851416 07714 632848 FORD Escort XR3 i 1998, F Reg, some history, lwd sus, S/steel ex, Mot, Tax April £595 ono Tel (01253) 681681 Car Connection Agency Quick Sell Connecting Buyers to Sellers www.carconnectionagency.co.uk FORD MONDEO 1.8 LX 1994 Tel: 01253 766612 68 k, 12mnths mot, taxed till June, sunroof, E/W,C/L,P/S, burgundy, good runner condition, 342Waterloo Road, Blackpool FORD FIESTA 1000 H reg Only 38k, 11mths mot, tax, 2 previous owners, super little car. £995. Tel.01253 310336. PEUGEOT 305 GTX taxed, mot, well maintained, mint condition. Genuine reason for sale. £450 Tel 01253 884026. FORD FIESTA 1.1LX K reg,5 D/R, white,S/R,mot til Feb 03, taxed til Nov 02, exce/ cond, £995 ono Tel 768355. RENALT SAVANNAH 21 estate 1988, new tyres, battery alternation, brakes, car stereo, towbar, mot, tax till May, nice driver. £350 Tel 01253 312831 FORD FIESTA 1.4GHIA auto J Reg, 69k FSH, E/W and sun roof. 10 mths mot. 6 mhs tax. immac cond £895 ono. Tel. 07789632500 ROVER 214 SLI 1992, J Reg, 110 000 miles,Tax & MoT 2 owners, good condition £750 ono Tel (01253) 828435 FORD Orion K Reg, 85000 miles, 5dr,red Good Condition, E/w,S/R,C/L £650 ono Tel. (01253) 406824. G REG FORD FIESTA LX,in blue,fitted sun roof, Stereo,clean inside and out,12 mths mot. £595ono Tel.079392 04774 METRO 1.4CD 1993 K REG, 70 mpg, Full Service History. Excellent Condition, 12 months mot and tax, alarm £750ono Tel.01253 734913 NISSAN PRIMERA 1.6LS Estate (H) PAS Long tax and mot, practical, reliable, good condition. £695ono Tel.01254 640017 PEUGEOT 205 1.1 J Reg'd.1992 in white, 12months mot. Taxed, very economical, genuine 60,000 miles. Ideal 1st Car £895ono Tel. 01253 827646 Renault5 1.2 TL G Reg, 6 months tax, immob. Just serviced, £200 spent, clean, tidy car in excellent condition. £425 ono Tel. 01253 856841 ROVER 220 GTI J Reg, FSH, 7 months mot, 1 months tax,lowered and alarmed, average condition. Red £695 Tel.01253 712747 ROVER METRO CLUBMAN G Reg, 27,000 miles. Sun Roof. Mint Cond. 6 months Tax. MOT Nov. Only 2 owners £700 Tel. 01253 826120 SIERRA SAPPHIRE 1.8 H Regd. 11 months MOT, tow-bar, A1 condition, C/L E/W, any inspection welcome £595 Tel. 01253 776748 SIERRA XR 4I H Regd, E/W, C/L, S/r, Src/cd, Pas, 90k, Mot July 02. Ex Runner £650ono Tel. 01253 393038 after 6pm Suzuki Swift 1300 GLX 5dr hatch, G reg. Very Econ. Reliable, Red, low tax & ins. 12 months MOT £475 Tel. (01253) 700591 UNIQUE MINI Mayfair auto. 1984, tax, mot, crom kit, union jack roof, low mileage. £770 Tel. 01253 697996 FORD MONEDO 1.8 LX 1994 68 k, 12mnths mot, taxed till June, sunroof, E/W,C/L,P/S, burgundy. £895 ono Tel 313803 or 07947386379 FORD SIERRA 1.8 LX Est (H) reg Silver, MoT Oct, e/w, ect, immac cond throut. £575 ono Tel 01995 671787 T FORD SIERRA SAPPHIRE 1.8 1990 truly immac car. Only 2 owners, very well maintained, ffsr, c/kl rad/cass, mot feb £395 AGH Motor Services Tel 781008 HONDA CONCERTO 1.6 GL, K months MoT, PAS, SR, C/L, VCG £950ono Tel 01253 625044 PEUGEOT 205 GRD, diesel, 1986 159k, serv history, exceptional, 5dr, 48-65mpg. £795 01253 776292, SKODA FAVORIT 12 mnths mot, taxed. Good runner £250 Tel 01253 838512 VAUXHALL ASTRA 1400 Reliable, 3 mths mot 1 mth tax, low ins group. White h reg. Require quick sale £550 ono Tel: 01253 893755 Mob 0776 6117481. VAUXHALL ASTRA SRI 1991 immaculate example, ffsr, c/l,e/w alarmed immob, very well maintained, real eye catcher in red, full 12 month mot £595 AGH Motor services Tel 781008 VOLVO 340 GL 1.7, 1989 Extremely reliable, stereo, recent exhaust, mot,very good cond in and out, sound car, genuine sale, £225, Kirkham 01772 493267 VOLVO 440 1.8 Si June '92 J reg One owner from new Full Volvo Service History Radio/cass Taxed and MoT Excellent Condition £985 Tel 01253 795421 ROVER 414SLi Mot'd til Nov,(H) good clean reliable runner, e/w, e/m, c/locking, tilt/slide sunroof £750 ono Tel 01253 854711 AUSTIN METRO STUDIO 2 Freg, 3 door saloon, alloys, 5 months Tax, 11 months MOT £325ono Tel 01253 315500 CAVALIER CDi G reg, red,11 mths MoT, 5 mths Tax,vgc in and out £495 ono Tel 300541 or 07715 071214 CITROEN AX 1.1 F Reg, 3dr, long MoT, Tax July , Excellent cond. £295 Tel. (01772) 635529 CITROEN BX 19 TGD Diesel estate 1991, long MoT, pas, central locking £650 ono Tel 01253 851416 07714 632848 FORD Escort XR3 i 1998, F Reg, some history, lwd sus, S/steel ex, Mot, Tax April £595 ono Tel (01253) 681681 FORD FIESTA 1000 H reg Only 38k, 11mths mot, tax, 2 previous owners, super little car. £995. Tel.01253 310336. FORD FIESTA 1.1LX K reg,5 D/R, white,S/R,mot til Feb 03, taxed til Nov 02, exce/ cond, £995 ono Tel 768355. FORD FIESTA 1.4GHIA auto J Reg, 69k FSH, E/W and sun roof. 10 mths mot. 6 mhs tax. £895 ono. Tel. 07789632500 FORD Orion K Reg, 85000 miles, 5dr,red Good Condition, E/w,S/R,C/L £650 ono Tel. (01253) 406824. G REG FORD FIESTA LX,in blue,fitted sun Stereo,clean inside and out. £595ono Tel.079392 04774 roof, METRO 1.4CD 1993 K REG, 70 mpg, Full Service History. Excellent Condition, lovely runabout. .£750ono Tel.01253 734913 or 07715 071214 NISSAN PRIMERA 1.6LS Estate (H) PAS Long tax and mot, practical, reliable, good condition. £695ono Tel.01254 640017 PEUGEOT 205 1.1 J Reg'd.1992 in white, 12months mot. Taxed, very economical, genuine 60,000 miles. Ideal 1st Car £895ono Tel. 01253 827646 Renault5 1.2 TL G Reg, 6 months tax, immob. Just serviced, £200 spent, clean, tidy car in excellent condition. £425 ono Tel. 01253 856841 ROVER 220 GTI J Reg, FSH, 7 months mot, 1 months tax,lowered and alarmed, average condition. Red £695 Tel.01253 712747 ROVER METRO CLUBMAN G Reg, 27,000 miles. Sun Roof. Mint Cond. 6 months Tax. MOT Nov. Only 2 owners £700 Tel. 01253 826120 SIERRA SAPPHIRE 1.8 H Regd. 11 months MOT, tow-bar, A1 condition, C/L E/W, any inspection welcome £595 Tel. 01253 776748 SIERRA XR 4I H Regd, E/W, C/L, S/r, Src/cd, Pas, 90k, Mot July 02. Ex Runner £650ono Tel. 01253 393038 after 6pm Suzuki Swift 1300 GLX 5dr hatch, G reg. Very Econ. Reliable, Red, low tax & ins. £475 Tel. (01253) 700591 UNIQUE MINI Mayfair auto. 1984, tax, mot, crom kit, union jack roof, low mileage. £770 Tel. 01253 697996 FORD MONEDO 1.8 LX 1994 68 k, 12mnths mot, taxed till June, sunroof, E/W,C/L,P/S, burgundy, good runner cond. £895 ono Tel 313803 or 07947386379 FORD SIERRA 1.8 LX Est (H) reg Silver, MoT Oct, e/w, ect, immac cond throut, no rust any trail £575 ono Tel 01995 671787 T FORD SIERRA SAPPHIRE 1.8 1990 truly immac car. Only 2 owners, very well maintained, ffsr, c/kl rad/cass, mot feb £395 AGH Motor Services Tel 781008 HONDA CONCERTO 1.6 GL, K months MoT, PAS, SR. £950ono Tel 01253 625044 PEUGEOT 205 GRD, diesel, 1986 159k, serv history, exceptional, 5dr, 48-65mpg, new tyres, facelift stereo, tax/ MoT £795 01253 776292, 07762297047 PEUGEOT 305 GTX taxed, mot, well maintained, mint condition. Genuine reason for sale. £450 Tel 01253 884026. RENALT SAVANNAH 21 estate 1988, new tyres, battery alternation, brakes, car stereo, towbar, mot, tax till May, nice driver. £350 Tel 01253 312831 ROVER 214 SLI 1992, J Reg, 110 000 miles,Tax & MoT 2 owners, good condition £750 ono Tel (01253) 828435 SKODA FAVORIT 12 mnths mot, taxed. Good runner £250 Tel 01253 838512 VAUXHALL ASTRA 1400 Reliable, 3 mths mot 1 mth tax, low ins group. White h reg. £550 ono Tel: 01253 893755 Mob 0776 6117481. VAUXHALL ASTRA SRI 1991 immaculate example, ffsr, c/l,e/w alarmed immob, very well maintained, real eye catcher in red, full 12 month mot £595 Tel 781008 Quick Sell £895 ono Tel 313803 or 07947386379 ROVER 414SLi Mot'd til Nov,(H) good clean reliable runner, e/w, e/m, c/locking, tilt/slide sunroof. Very special car. £750 ono FIAT X19 Non-rrunner. Great restoration project £150 ono Tel 01253 854711 Quick Sell G REG FORD FIESTA LX Blue,fitted sun roof, Stereo,clean inside and out,12 mths mot. £595ono 079392 04774 Quick Sell Quick Sell RENAULT SAVANNAH VOLVO 440 1.8 21 estate 1988, new tyres, battery alternation, brakes, car stereo, towbar, mot, tax £350 Tel 01253 312831 Si June '92 J reg One owner from new Full Volvo Service History Radio/cass Taxed and MoT Excellent Condition £985 Tel 01253 795421 Quick Sell Quick Sell PEUGEOT 205GRD ROVER 414SLi Diesel, 1986 tax / MoT, 159k, serv history, 5dr, 4865mpg, new tyres, stereo, Mot'd til Nov,(H) good clean reliable runner, e/w, e/m, c/locking, tilt/slide sunroof. Very special car. £795 01253 776292, 07762 297047 £750 ono Tel 01253 854711 Quick Sell Quick Sell VAUXHALL ASTRA 1400 RENAULT SAVANNAH Reliable, 3 mths mot 1 mth tax, low ins group. White H reg. Require quick sale 21 estate 1988, new tyres, battery alternation, brakes, car stereo, towbar, mot, tax £550 ono Tel: 01253 893755 £350 Tel 01253 312831 Quick Sell Quick Sell ROVER 414SLi PEUGEOT 205GRD Mot'd til Nov,(H) good clean reliable runner, e/w, e/m, c/locking, tilt/slide sunroof. Very special car. £750 ono Tel 01253 854711 Diesel, 1986 tax / MoT, 159k, serv history, 5dr, 4865mpg, new tyres, stereo, £795 01253 776292, 07762 297047 Quick Sell Quick Sell RENAULT SAVANNAH VAUXHALL ASTRA 1400 21 estate 1988, new tyres, battery alternation, brakes, car stereo, towbar, mot, tax Reliable, 3 mths mot 1 mth tax, low ins group. White H reg. Require quick sale £350 Tel 01253 312831 £550 ono Tel: 01253 893755 Quick Sell Quick Sell PEUGEOT 205GRD SKODA FAVORIT Diesel, 1986 tax / MoT, 159k, serv history, 5dr, 4865mpg, new tyres, stereo, 12 months mot, taxed. Good runner £795 01253 776292, 07762 297047 £250 Tel 01253 838512 driven for families by Hannah Rainford new car woman’s view Customer View "I've owned my BMW 3 Series Touring since 2003 and I'll definitely be looking at this one. My local dealer, Cooper BMW in Tunbridge Wells, contacted me a few weeks ago encouraging me to drive the car and I accepted. BMW 3 Series Touring Estate of the art? Dealer View Style takes precedence over space in BMW's 3 Series Touring but Hannah Rainford still finds it surprisingly practical…. A Woman's View Would It Suit Me? My first impression was that the interior quality was much improved and the car handled even better. My 5 year old son Jake likes all the switches and gadgets and my 10 year old daughter Lucy loves the fact that there's a power jack in the back for her Nintendo." Amy Hanson Tonbridge 'A hatchback with a backpack' was how I described the last generation BMW 3 Series Touring - and not a lot has changed with the current generation model. That doesn't mean to say it isn't even more desirable. Or indeed, that it isn't ever so slightly more practical. Both observations are true but they don’t influence my reasons for wanting one. And yes, I would like one thankyou very much. The Practicalities The practical advantages of the 3 Series Touring and its ilk over their saloon counterparts only really make themselves felt when there are less than four people in the car. You get a 460-litre void back there to fill with the paraphernalia of your choice and that doesn't compare at all favourably with the 460litres you get in the saloon version for £1,180 less. Fold the rear seats down, however, and the available space mushrooms up to a massive 1,385 litres. You could hold a wedding reception in there. Alright, I lied. I liked the 60:40 split-folding seats as they open up the possibility of seating a passenger in the back while still maximising the available loadspace. And there are other practical features included in the package as well. Most notable is the split tailgate which opens up two different cargo access options by opening up in two sections. You can simply lift the standard tailgate to get at whatever you've got inside or release the rear window hatch which flips up to reveal a smaller aperture. In a supermarket carpark during my test, I reversed up to close to something and found that there was no space to let the full tailgate swing upwards. No problem in this case: the inset hatch allowed smaller items like shopping bags to be dropped inside. Behind the Wheel A version of the controversial iDrive control system is carried into this car from the larger 5 and 7 Series models. BMW offer a typically formidable range of powerplants for 3 Series Touring buyers. There's not a dullard amongst them. If petrol is your preference, there's the 150bhp 320i, the 215bhp 325i or the 258bhp 330i but If you're after an estate for its family-carrying credentials, the economical diesel option may be hard to resist. The 320d is likely to account for most of sales. With 163bhp and more torque than any of the petrol contingent, it can hit 60mph in 8.6s and it still returns an average of 47.9mpg. It's astonishing stuff but we've come to expect it from BMW and the 330d is more impressive still. look at it. At £23,040 for the 320i model, it’s a lot of money - but then, you'll get much of it back when you sell. Audi's A4 Avant is slightly cheaper while Mercedes' C-class estate will cost more. Could I Live With One? I could. The 3 Series Touring is about the right size for me. I don't really need an estate but like the idea of one. "The 3 Series Touring is an important car for us. Its always been one of the strongest sellers in the 3 Series range and with even better quality, more equipment, better handling but most importantly, that great BMW build quality, it's better placed than ever to steal sales from prestige rivals. We have many customers now ready to move up into this car and other waiting until a wider range of engine options are available. There's great competition in this sector, the appeal of the Touring remains strong" Peter Dallibar General Sales Manager Value for Money As usual with BMW, it depends on how you The Ultimate Driving Machine Cooper Tunbridge Wells BMW First for BMW in Kent Always the widest range of new and used BMW models. Plus the area's largest fleet of demonstrators, including of course the new 3 Series Touring. Drop by and see us at our showrooms on St Johns Road, Tunbridge Wells. Or call us on 01892-223344 www.coopertunbridgewellsbmw.co.uk driven-first for new cars THE DEFINITIVE VIEW by Andy Enright new car road test Mercedes-B Benz M-C Class Range Masterclass Customer View The Mercedes M-C Class Is Back - Only This Time It's Bigger And Beefier Than Ever. Andy Enright Reports "I've already owned two M-class models, so had my name down at an early stage when they announced that Mercedes-Benz were developing a new version. Since I took delivery of this new one, I've been impressed. It looks sharper and now outhandles the BMW X5 and Range Rover rivals that a number of my friends drive. I'm told it's better off road too but I'm not going to risk £50,000-worth of car on anything too taxing!" John Stretton Tonbridge - FACTS AT A GLANCE CAR: Mercedes M-class range FUEL CONSUMPTION: [ML 320 PRICES: £39,460-£49,925 - on CDI] [urban] [combined] 30.1mpg STANDARD SAFETY FEATURES: the road INSURANCE GROUPS: 17-19 [est] Twin front, side and curtain airbags / ABS / ESP CO2 EMISSIONS: tba g/km WILL IT FIT IN YOUR GARAGE?: PERFORMANCE: [ML320 CDI] 0- Length/Width/Height mm 60mph 9.4s / Max Speed 130mph 4780/1911/1815 Cast your mind back to the spring of 1998 and just about the coolest set of wheels you could be seen in was a Mercedes M-Class. Unfortunately for Mercedes, the MClass was then eclipsed by a number of rivals. Unaccustomed to being schooled in quite such a manner, Mercedes have brought us a second generation M-Class. Bigger, sleeker, more powerful and better built than before, this would appear to be the car the M-Class always should have been. The best buy in the old M-Class line up was always the entry-level £39,465 ML270CDI, so Mercedes expect a high take-up on the ML 320 CDI. This features a V6 third-generation common rail unit that's good for 224bhp and 510Nm of torque. To put this engine's muscle into per- spective, BMW's X5 Class' chances is the 3.0d, previously thought improved quality of the of as the industry stan- interior. dard unit in this price bracket, can't match the Mercedes. Advantage Stuttgart. The two initial petrol engines are a little more familiar. The 272bhp ML350 opens proceedings at £39,460 and the ultimate M-Class - at least until AMG get their hands on the car - is the 306bhp ML500, priced at £49,925. A potent ML63 AMG model will debut in the Spring of 2006, about the same time as we'll see an additional diesel variant, the 190bhp ML280 CDI, a vehicle that features a hefty peak torque figure of 440Nm and which will average 30mpg. For all the talk of slick styling and more power, the single biggest change that will transform the M- Mercedes-Benz of Tonbridge. Kent's finest Mercedes-Benz dealership and specialist for all M-Class models. Come, see, drive and experience the new M-Class at our showrooms on Vale Rise in Tonbridge. Alternatively, give us a call and we'll bring the car to you. 0845-8508000 www.mercedesbenz.co.uk/tonbridge Dealer View "We expected a lot from the new generation M-Class and we‘re not disappointed. It takes Mercedes to the top of the luxury 4x4 segment, no question. The sharper looks and more involving driving experience on offer will allow us to steal sales from other marques. And, when you look at the likely strong residuals and competitive pricing, the car will be affordable to run." Richard Wheeler General Manager Mercedes-B Benz of Tonbridge
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