Thanks for the advice: car got!

magrador, Sep 29, 5:06pm
Thanks to everyone who chipped and gave me their two cents on what vehicle could suit me, especially to Jazzpianoma who spent a lot of time explaining 21st century cars.
I started looking for an SUV, drove a few, and strongly considered and nearly bought a Suzuki Grand Vitara/Escudo. The 2012-13 VW Tiguan was really good but it pushed the budget way too far, and a Skoda Yeti or Octavia Scout was the same.

Then I tried an Outback 3.6l and loved it. This week I found the car that worked for budget, features (or lack of them), and colour inside and out. Seven years old, mechanically v good, with a few minor paint scrapes to deal with (none of which bother me) and at the lower end of my expected spend of 15-20k.

thejazzpianoma, Jan 7, 12:51pm
Thanks for the appreciation. All the best with your new car.
Happy Motoring!