Buying a car with 4WD
I am looking for a four-wheel-drive hatchback. It must have a manual gearbox, a petrol engine, 04/5 seats, max 5 to 8 years old.
I have around £10,000 have looked at the Focus RS. It's a bit small so I am looking for a Mondao size car. I do not want a Chelsea Tractor.
Do you have any suggestions as to which cars I should look for & any to avoid?
I have around £10,000 have looked at the Focus RS. It's a bit small so I am looking for a Mondao size car. I do not want a Chelsea Tractor.
Do you have any suggestions as to which cars I should look for & any to avoid?
Asked on 19 April 2011 by tom waugh
Answered by
Honest John
The Focus RS isn't 4WD. If looking at cars the choice is basically an Audi A4, a Subaru Impreza, Legacy or Forester, or an Octavia Scout. All 4 cylinder versions are belt cam except for the Subaru diesels. You might get an early Legacy diesel for £10k.
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