Well got a new car from next week.

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  1. Remal

    Remal It's ME
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    After lots of looking picking up a top spec Kia Sorento as of next week. Huge step up from my 7 year old Santa fe I have which has been great

    Needed a 4x4 as I'm taxi for work even I the snow for staff and having to tow a twin axle caravan a few time a year it should be man enought for that

    Well pleased
     
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  2. Garyb

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    Will be well up to the job Remal.
    Is it this one?

    http://www.caravantimes.co.uk/news/towcars/kia-sorento-wins-best-towcar-award-at-caravan-times-readers-poll-2010-$21379262.htm
     
  3. Remal

    Remal It's ME
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    That the car, ok not landy or expensive but does what I want and in my price range
     
  4. Garyb

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    Spot on for the money. I considered trading the X-Trail in. But just throwing a good car away. Still not done 30,000 yet. Regular service pulls like a train. Not quite the 85% rule but well capable.
     
  5. phantom

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    nice motor, what colour you going for?
     
  6. samuk

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    Nice...I bet you can't wait...
     
  7. Remal

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    Dark blue and yea can't wait.

    My Santa fe only has 28k but is 6 and a half years old plus is rather basic compared to most cars today. So going to have fun with the Bluetooth and all the other gagets. And with 194bhp and 311 lb ft of torque will pull our caravan without any issues
     
  8. Rob

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    We have a Kia Sorento too Remal, the KX3 Auto. I never thought it would be any good but after a test drive we bought a pre reg with good discount.

    The Mrs works in London and wanted something quick off the line, it does shift off the lights!

    We looked at all sorts, nearly bought a Q7, a Merc GL350, SMAX etc, but value for money with the 7 year warranty sold it to us.

    It's a lot of car for the money compared to the rest of the class.

    The KX3 has a good stereo too, Alpine class D amplifier and sub built under the passenger seat with 7 speakers as standard.
     
  9. y2blade

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    Nice motor :)
    I'll race you in the XC90 ;)
     
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    Now the XC90 is awesome!
     
  11. y2blade

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    She is good at What she does.
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  12. stevebetts

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    i just got rid of my 4 year old Sorento.
    Great car!
    build quality and finish was very good.
    I looked at the new Sorento but ended up with a KUGA.
    The new Sorento looks great and is superb value for money.
    Enjoy!
     
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  13. Jonny fireblade

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    Just a question is this fireblade forum or 4X4 caravaners :confused::D
     
  14. y2blade

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    Do one!
     
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    Those Kugas look great don't they. :cool:
    How has it been?
     
  16. Garyb

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    Probably you were just to inquisitive? ;)
     
  17. Remal

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    Have been a bit busy to take pics of the new car but gave the front a going over this evening and a few pics

    Used Menzerna Fast Gloss, followed by Jetseal 109, finish Kare hi Temp, finish Kare hi Temp sealant and topped off with Mothers Reflections Advanced Top Coat

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    and the wife's S max
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    Sexy legs

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