>> OPs folks are about to jettison 15 grand on a car - exactly what is
>> the problem with a coupla hundred extra per year on servicing or taxing?
Absolutely nothing, especially if I can find something in the £6000-£9000 range - fuel consumption much worse on 1.6 tip than 1.2 TSI DSG, but that and the difference between £125 and £220 VED immaterial. Better to get the 'right' car, i.e. as near to the driving characteristics of the Civic as we can, the higher seats, and a good chance of reliability. That's all I'm fussing about anway.
Used makes sense - they don't need a car to last 10+years, realistically. If it turns out they do, it will be a nice problem to have - and I'll find another one, if I'm still around myself!
Removal of unnecessary difficulties comes first, at 80-85 years old. Fortunately both are reasonably active with all marbles present and a positive outlook.
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