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Post by Boxer6 on Oct 18, 2021 20:49:38 GMT
Well, after weeks of faffing around, not deciding if I really wanted to or not, what car I would really like vs what was affordable, yesterday saw me take delivery of the replacement for the mighty Skoda.
No pics as yet I'm afraid, but it's a Kia Optima estate in Gravity Blue, which is a very dark blue, almost black.
Nothing very exciting about the spec, sadly; 1.7l diesel putting out 139 horses through a 7-speed auto box. Lots of touch screen action, but the main controls for heating etc are still buttons or rotary dials thankfully. Dynamically it isn't the 'last word', but as I've said elsewhere, 99% of my travels these days are either for work, with Herself (who hates my driving even remotely quickly!) or a boot full of model planes, all of which demand a more sedate driving style than I was used to with previous cars.
Still contemplating another bike at some point to satisfy the liking for something a bit quick, but happy with this for the time being.
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Post by Tim on Oct 19, 2021 13:35:10 GMT
They're a good looking car. Are they as huge as they look in the pictures?
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Post by Martin on Oct 19, 2021 14:20:15 GMT
I recommended one to a lady in Lindsays team about a year ago (while persuading her that she didn't need an SUV) and she's been really happy with it.
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Post by PG on Oct 19, 2021 15:46:38 GMT
Having now had a good look online at what one looks like, I really like the rear 3/4. Very sporty looking and yet still darned spacious.
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Post by Boxer6 on Oct 19, 2021 17:59:42 GMT
They're a good looking car. Are they as huge as they look in the pictures? Not quite I wouldn't say, but quite big! A good bit lnger than the Octaiva, and a touch wider too I think. Having now had a good look online at what one looks like, I really like the rear 3/4. Very sporty looking and yet still darned spacious. Herself reckons the boot space is as large as her Superb was - so, damn big! |
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Post by Martin on Oct 19, 2021 18:12:29 GMT
The boot isn't quite as big, but it's almost exactly the same size as a Superb  |
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Post by Boxer6 on Oct 19, 2021 19:15:01 GMT
The one picture I've managed to get amongst all the rain!
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Done deal
Oct 19, 2021 19:21:19 GMT
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Post by Andy C on Oct 19, 2021 19:21:19 GMT
Looks good that. Presuming you still have years of warranty left too
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Post by Boxer6 on Oct 19, 2021 19:28:49 GMT
Looks good that. Presuming you still have years of warranty left too Still got 3 years left. Happy with that. |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 19, 2021 19:31:24 GMT
'tis a fine looking broom broom indeed. I hope it serves you well. Updates when you get the chance please.
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Done deal
Oct 19, 2021 19:56:39 GMT
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Post by Roadrunner on Oct 19, 2021 19:56:39 GMT
I have always liked those. Good choice.
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Done deal
Oct 19, 2021 19:59:49 GMT
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Post by Alex on Oct 19, 2021 19:59:49 GMT
My neighbour has one and quite likes it. They're normally pretty well equipped too with plenty of toys.
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Done deal
Oct 19, 2021 20:10:54 GMT
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Post by LandieMark on Oct 19, 2021 20:10:54 GMT
Looks smart. Enjoy.
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Done deal
Oct 20, 2021 11:45:03 GMT
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Post by Big Blue on Oct 20, 2021 11:45:03 GMT
Nothing wrong with big estate cars. Looks great.
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Post by ChrisM on Oct 20, 2021 13:36:07 GMT
Nothing wrong with big estate cars. .... except that they all have sloping rears........ :-( |
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Post by PetrolEd on Oct 20, 2021 13:57:38 GMT
Good solid choice of practical motoring. Well built, looks good and loads of warranty left. What more do you need, well apart from the V6 from the Stinger
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Post by Roadsterstu on Oct 24, 2021 0:06:39 GMT
Looks good, enjoy! And definitely get another bike...
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Post by Stuntman on Oct 24, 2021 8:33:46 GMT
Looks good indeed, and sounds like it's very fit for your purposes. Definitely enjoy!
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Post by Blarno on Oct 25, 2021 11:18:17 GMT
I really like these, for a while one was on the list to replace the SAAB, but I got turned to the dark side.
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