darren m Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 which 1st car for my 18yr daughter no idea what they are like , but budget wise and insurance wise it looks like one of these any opinions good or bad welcomed thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unapalomablanca Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 My nephew who is 17 just got a clio. Says its great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ91 Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Clio 1.5dci Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darren m Posted October 18, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 hmm clio , never thought of that , what engine sizes , how reliable as to be cheap insurance though thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_Paulie Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Corsa tends to be less faulty in my experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fruity Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Corsa tends to be less faulty in my experience. Agree with you there BP seviced loads they go on and on , also cheap parts , servicing etc , watch the head gaskets and cambelts on the high milage one's though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ91 Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 hmm clio , never thought of that , what engine sizes , how reliable as to be cheap insurance though thanks 1.5 dci...very economical, nippy ittle cars My dad has one its done 120k now, had new clutch at 90k..he loves it Tax is only 30quid aswell Insurance group 4 if you get the bog standard model..which has everything you need! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sm0kah Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Hmmm think I might clio next lol. Am paying 100 pound tax 6 month for a vectra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisherman Mike Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 which 1st car for my 18yr daughter no idea what they are like , but budget wise and insurance wise it looks like one of these any opinions good or bad welcomed thanks Corsa 1.0 litre 3 cylinder... Economical reliable and most importantly group 1 insurance. My daughter has one and it suprised me how nippy it was... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 (edited) Brand new they are the same platform, corsa wise missus had a T reg 1.2 16v sister has a 1.2 53 plate, her BF has a 1.2 09 plate cheap ecconimical reliable the 53 plate has a leak into footwell known issue and a pain to sort none had any real major issue 1.0 aren't great But as cheap as chips for tax and insurance good on fuel, in newer one the 1.3cdti is nippy!!! Insurance is the killer. New ones are heavier and the 1.2 struggles a bit, a friend has an old 1.4 5 door and a very practical motor she's had it for years P reg IIRC, no trouble Edited October 18, 2011 by HDAV Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ91 Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Hmmm think I might clio next lol. Am paying 100 pound tax 6 month for a vectra They do a 65hp and an 80 My dads is the 65 and it is quick enough. But the 80 is supposed to a second quicker to 60mph and a little better on fuel The 65 is cheaper to buy and you can get it chipped so it is 80hp..but then you are up on insurance. Well worth looking into as they are decent cars. Plenty available on ebay, gumtree and pistonheads. They do a 1.5dci engine in the megane aswell, 80hp, same tax and fuel consumption but abit more room inside and abit more to buy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royboy Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Corsa all the way for me. My opinion the corsa c was the better one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88b Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Both are OK but I'd go for the Corsa and avoid a Clio like the plague, great when new , after a few years they fall apart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imperfection Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Corsa as they're reliable and parts are cheap,but the Punto looks way better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royboy Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 (edited) Brand new they are the same platform, corsa wise missus had a T reg 1.2 16v sister has a 1.2 53 plate, her BF has a 1.2 09 plate cheap ecconimical reliable the 53 plate has a leak into footwell known issue and a pain to sort none had any real major issue 1.0 aren't great But as cheap as chips for tax and insurance good on fuel, in newer one the 1.3cdti is nippy!!! Insurance is the killer. New ones are heavier and the 1.2 struggles a bit, a friend has an old 1.4 5 door and a very practical motor she's had it for years P reg IIRC, no trouble Is it he passenger footwell it leaks ? If so it quit a easy fix. Remove the fuse box Lid ( with indicator relays in ) and if theres water in there seal up the lid with sealant. Its a common fault on corsa c Edited October 18, 2011 by Royboy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrispti Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Jimny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluebarrels Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Ford Ka are good little runners,cheapish insurance BB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ91 Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Both are OK but I'd go for the Corsa and avoid a Clio like the plague, great when new , after a few years they fall apart. My old man's must be a one off..its a 52plate with 120k on clock...had no serious problems with, very few minor 1st, just normal wear and tear. OP..take a look at what you will save on tax and fuel over a couple years...it will be pounds not pennys! And IF you have a problem..what you save will pay for it. Cars are like anything, no 2 are exact same..1 that comes out the factory behind another could be back in the factory in 10k miles whereas the other may go problem free for years Just my opinion Over and out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Is it he passenger footwell it leaks ? If so it quit a easy fix. Remove the fuse box Lid ( with indicator relays in ) and if theres water in there seal up the lid with sealant. Its a common fault on corsa c Drivers footwell fills with water (i think its a leak in bulkhead seal under the washer bottle near the drain flaps) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royboy Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Drivers footwell fills with water (i think its a leak in bulkhead seal under the washer bottle near the drain flaps) ****** ! not sure about that one ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 ****** ! not sure about that one ! I an going on the detail here: http://www.vauxhallownersnetwork.co.uk/showthread.php?209143-VERY-Wet-Foot-Well-Drivers-Side but seems common Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krugerandsmith Posted October 19, 2011 Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 which 1st car for my 18yr daughter no idea what they are like , but budget wise and insurance wise it looks like one of these any opinions good or bad welcomed thanks Hi Darren. Clio brilliant little cars .... Much sought after by younger people. Corsa ....Please go on internet.... pages of people complaining ( My Pal too ) of Camshafts snapping retaining bolts backing off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamster Posted October 19, 2011 Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 Both are OK but I'd go for the Corsa and avoid a Clio like the plague, great when new , after a few years they fall apart. Please fell free to slag Scenics and Meganes made between 53 and 56 plate, the older models and those beyond 56 plate are much better and worth the money they sell for. The Clio is a different animal altogether though, anything from X plate onwards is a decent car, they don't suffer from anything in particular and as mentioned by others a well looked after 1.5 Dci or the 1.2 16v is perfectly sensible. They all have noisy sunroofs which the dealers may or may not be able to fix using a Renault supplied retro kit, but that's about it. I am a world renowned expert on Renaults by the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keg Posted October 19, 2011 Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 Couple of other options are Fiestas and Polos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88b Posted October 19, 2011 Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 Please fell free to slag Scenics and Meganes made between 53 and 56 plate, the older models and those beyond 56 plate are much better and worth the money they sell for. The Clio is a different animal altogether though, anything from X plate onwards is a decent car, they don't suffer from anything in particular and as mentioned by others a well looked after 1.5 Dci or the 1.2 16v is perfectly sensible. They all have noisy sunroofs which the dealers may or may not be able to fix using a Renault supplied retro kit, but that's about it. I am a world renowned expert on Renaults by the way. Next doors 06 Clio constantly has problems, friends 03 spent more time with Renault than them, after 2 years they traded it for a Honda and never looked back. I won't work on French cars but they keep a few friends in business. Money wasn't mentioned so are you looking for a £1000 car or £5k ? KA's are good little cars but getting on a bit now, have you thought about a Hyundai or KIA ? Don't get a Daewoo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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