10-04-2024, 08:50 AM
(This post was last modified: 16-04-2024, 08:20 PM by Tony Griffiths.)
Small diesels. I ran a Fabia Vrs for 11 years - a warm hatch, fun to drive, economical and, with its great torque, especially suited to the Peak district. Hard to find now as they have always been sought-after. A good alternative is a Polo Diesel; not quite the punch but very, very economical. Or, try a Mk.1 or Mk.2 Yeti diesel - they all go well and are excellent tow cars. Some years ago I sought out a 4 x 4 170 b.h.p Mk.1 "run-out" special just as the Mk.2 was coming out. Took some finding, but it's been a delight; part-time 4-wheel drive throughan automatic Haldex clutch ensures the economy does not suffer too much - and it's been great for weekend work pulling out tree stumps.