Which C5 Series II for my Dad!

[XantiaExclusiveHDI]

Hey

I posted this on the CCC forum but thought I'd try here as well...


My Dad is looking for a new Estate after he's had a running list of problems with his current 04 Vectra Estate. I have to say his Vectra is absolutely awful - I hate driving it and that's without any mention of the ongoing issues

Anyway - I wondered if he might suit a C5. I suggested a series II diesel but would love to hear some owners experiences. Any problems in particular I should look out for? Any particular model that stands out? What is general reliability like?

Saw a nice 2.2HDi Exclusive here:

http://atsearch.autotrader.co.uk/www/de ... 3335394006

Any thoughts?

Thanks!

Chris.

[addo]

How much do you stand to inherit?

If I choose a used car for someone, it's reliability is on my head, and thus any unexpected maintenance becomes my burden. Suffice to say, I don't do it often.

If the old fellow genuinely is at a crossroads for choice, why not see if he can take some similar cars on extended test drives, mimicking the journeys he is likely to make? It would help to also see the most neglected ones as they will show weak points of the model.

All that aside - it's your father! Tell him to get out and scandalise. A bright yellow '07 Elise may be a good start.

[JohnD]

Hey






Saw a nice 2.2HDi Exclusive here:








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Except it isn't a 2.2HDi. It's a 2litre - in fact, the very same model of car that I own. Same age, same colour, same mileage, same engine, same exclusive equipment. But at about a third of the price that I paid! What do I think? It's a great car - drive it gently and it turns in 50mpg on a run. I've done several 1300 mile journeys spread over two days and it's been a comfortable, relaxing experience - compared to my previous 2.1 SX Xantia. So far it's been easy to service. I change the oil & filter every 10K and all it's needed is a new set of pads on the rear. The only fault that has developed is that the opening rear tailgate window has stopped working - but I've never used it, so I put up with it. If the car comes with some guarantee, I would say go for it.