Whilst I'm still trying to sell the Porker, my mind keeps wondering about what to go for next.
After attending the Christmas meet, my mind was pretty set for a D3, and this is very much still on the shortlist, though even then I can't decide between petrol, diesel, spend 7k or 17k.
But, I have another thought doing the rounds and I'd like to invite opinions and thoughts.
Back in 2008, I drove my then boss's Q7 a few times, and I really liked the drive, especially the high seating position and practicality.
I'm also starting to get more problems with an old football hip/thigh injury, and getting out of the Porsche is getting harder, so I am thinking I might be better served going for an SUV of some kind.
So what should be on the short-list?
- X5
- Q7
- ML
- Touareg
- XC90
- Something else?
I would want 250+ bhp, 30+mpg, top price 18k and less than 80k miles, preferably less. I have no kids, so 7 seats not necessary.
I've ruled out the RR Sport - much as I really like them, my budget would only get a 2.7 TDV6 which is very slow and not especially economical.
I know Ian has a Q7, I'm sure I've seen one or our members has an XC90, and somebody else was talking about their X5 the other day. I don't want an old shape X5, would have to be latest shape.
I also read somewhere about high tyre wear on the Q7 - is this true?
I'm not over-fond of the looks of the Q7 to be honest, looks overly-big if you know what I mean, so at the moment I think the X5 and ML are favourites, with maybe the XC90 sneaking in.
Still keep thinking about those W12s, no stop it, 15mpg is not cool
So, step forward with your thoughts please....