Cars & Transportation Station Wagon buying advice

[swingdog]

I give up.

I need to buy a family car for kids, large and growing dog. Never go off road so not worried about any of that crap.

I suspect I'm going to end up with a Subaru but anyone have any advice on standouts or lemons to avoid?

 

[THFC_70]

I have a 2010 Subaru Outback. Very spacious and reliable, more than enough room for a dog in the back (either boot or back seat). Never really had any problems with it but it isn't the most zippy car around.

5* safety too. Quite a nice car.

 

[HirdyLannister]

If you don't want to spend alot but want a reliable car a 2002 Ford AUIII SR wagon.

 

[Jezzza]

Maybe have a look at a mondeo

 

[little graham]

What sort of roads driving on? How much do you want to spend?

Sounds like you need a full sized wagon?

Unless your pulling alot of weight, a commordore wagon from the auctions (ex fleet)on LPG is a safe bet. if your pulling weight,nothing newer than a bf mark 1. Fords are good workhorses but thirsty.

Look out for front suspension and brakes, properly serviced cooling system, most importantly the trans.The trans is the weak spot in wagons.

 

[swingdog]

Just a family thing with room for a dog and luggage for occasional trips away.

Hadn't thought of the auctions - where do you find out about that?

 

[WCErevival]

Maybe not a proper 4WD but something like a Territory, Outlander, Rav4 would probably do the job.

 

[Monkey Worshipper]

Maybe not a proper 4WD but something like a Territory, Outlander, Rav4 would probably do the job.

Might find it pretty hard selling a wagon as well, SUV's are all the rage.

One of the above might be a good option as a 2WD. Personal, but I'd stick with a Diesel if you can, in any large car / SUV.

 

[AtomicBlonde]

I'd go with this customised '62 Impala myself: