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BlackenedBiker replied

30 June 2009, 10:59
Originally posted by Wilmslow View Post

Get a cheap Focus from Malta.

HTH

Explain Please????
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Wilmslow replied

30 June 2009, 10:57
Get a cheap Focus from Malta.

HTH
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pzz76077 replied

30 June 2009, 10:55
Originally posted by BlackenedBiker View Post

I will look into that nearer the time.

Thanks

I forgot to mention that some cos also give you a fuel card so you can hide the cost of petrol inside the rental package.

PZZ
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BlackenedBiker replied

30 June 2009, 10:53
Originally posted by pzz76077 View Post

From £9 a day here: http://www.apexrental.co.uk/long_term_rental/cars/ But would suggest you shop around for a better deal. Most include, maintenance insurance, tax etc that you would normally have to shell out for separately on your own car. If anything goes wrong they will bring you another one.

PZZ

I will look into that nearer the time.

Thanks
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pzz76077 replied

30 June 2009, 10:52
Originally posted by BlackenedBiker View Post

Thanks PZZ.

Just for my info

Roughly how much would it cost to hire a car for 6 months????

From £9 a day here: http://www.apexrental.co.uk/long_term_rental/cars/ But would suggest you shop around for a better deal. Most include, maintenance insurance, tax etc that you would normally have to shell out for separately on your own car. If anything goes wrong they will bring you another one.

PZZ
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BlackenedBiker replied

30 June 2009, 10:43
Originally posted by pzz76077 View Post

I would of thought that long term hire was what you are looking for then. The costs should be 100% claimable against taxes. And you will have a brand new shiny car of your choice on your driveway.

PZZ

Thanks PZZ.

Just for my info

Roughly how much would it cost to hire a car for 6 months????
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pzz76077 replied

30 June 2009, 10:41
Originally posted by BlackenedBiker View Post

Troo Dat! I want to spend nothing. However I want to hear from my esteemed CUK buddies on their thoughts/experiences.

Come on hit me with the juice. Gimme the good stuff.

I would of thought that long term hire was what you are looking for then. The costs should be 100% claimable against taxes. And you will have a brand new shiny car of your choice on your driveway.

PZZ
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BlackenedBiker replied

30 June 2009, 09:52
Originally posted by Menelaus View Post

- 'Arold!

- You dirty ol' man ...

That's uncanny, it was like they were in the room
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Menelaus replied

30 June 2009, 08:46
Originally posted by Amiga500 View Post

You are Harold Steptoe and I claim my 'as good as new' rusty bicycle frame.

- 'Arold!

- You dirty ol' man ...
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BlackenedBiker replied

30 June 2009, 08:44
Originally posted by Menelaus View Post

Prius?

My understanding was that these are the most environmentally un-friendly cars due to the level of Nickel/Cadmium in the batteries.
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Amiga500 replied

30 June 2009, 08:44
Originally posted by Pogle View Post

When I knew I was going to be doing lots of driving I bought a Mazda RX8.

You are Harold Steptoe and I claim my 'as good as new' rusty bicycle frame.
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Menelaus replied

30 June 2009, 08:41
Prius?
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Peoplesoft bloke replied

30 June 2009, 08:39
Banger - get a petrol one though - extra purchase price of diesel car isn't worth it at banger level
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Pogle replied

30 June 2009, 08:23
When I knew I was going to be doing lots of driving I bought a Mazda RX8.
I wanted a comfortable car that went fast, had air con, sat nav and a decent stereo - also I love the shape

I've had it 3 years now and still love it, it is a joy to drive and it growls brilliantly.

However it is not remotely economical, but it is shiny ...so very very shiny ... and red....and shiny......... <dribble>
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BlackenedBiker replied

30 June 2009, 08:04
Originally posted by Shimano105 View Post

option 1 is the one you know you want, Gwaaan gwaan.

'Cheap' fuel nowadays as well.

Troo Dat! I want to spend nothing. However I want to hear from my esteemed CUK buddies on their thoughts/experiences.

Come on hit me with the juice. Gimme the good stuff.
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