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Buying a convertible for £4k
I'm thinking about buying a convertible. I want a diesel, preferably an auto, up to about £4000. I have had a few BMW diesel cars in the past and I like the fact that they are reliable and have a cam chain.
I don't know too much about the Audi A4, but I do like the style. What would you personally have and what would you recommend?
I don't know too much about the Audi A4, but I do like the style. What would you personally have and what would you recommend?
Asked on 23 March 2016 by Tony77
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Honest John
I don't recommend a £4000 diesel because you will probably immediately need to spend £4000 - £6000 on a new DPF, turbo, EGR, etc. Get a petrol model. Definitely consider a post-2003 SAAB 9-3, but definitely don't go anywhere near the diesel version.
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