So I have 2.5 -3.5k to spend on a car/van just for fishing.
It has to stay on my drive so not wanting a big van.
What are peoples recommendations.
I am veering away from a van and towards a Zafira or Insignia estate. There are cheap freelanders about too but been warned off them...
What's your choice of vehicle that is dedicated to fishing
It has to stay on my drive so not wanting a big van.
What are peoples recommendations.
I am veering away from a van and towards a Zafira or Insignia estate. There are cheap freelanders about too but been warned off them...
What's your choice of vehicle that is dedicated to fishing
3 years ago I paid 3250 for a 60 plate berlingo with 125k miles and FSH. apart from yearly service and mot it hasn't cost me a penny. Can get 2 full setups in the back. When it's time to chop her in I will get another one
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Land rovers are the devil, had numerous friends buy them and they are money pits. Working with a lad at the moment who's has his in the garage 6 times in 6 months.
Old man had a Berlingo car for years and it never missed a beat. I'm currently in your situation and wanting a bigger vehicle and I have no doubt I'd go for a Berlingo
Land rovers are the devil, had numerous friends buy them and they are money pits. Working with a lad at the moment who's has his in the garage 6 times in 6 months.
Old man had a Berlingo car for years and it never missed a beat. I'm currently in your situation and wanting a bigger vehicle and I have no doubt I'd go for a Berlingo
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You could probably get a BMW E46 or E61 tourer for that sort of cash. Mileage may be fairly high but normally pretty bulletproof engine wise.
You could probably get a BMW E46 or E61 tourer for that sort of cash. Mileage may be fairly high but normally pretty bulletproof engine wise.
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Good shout
I am also thinking sell my merc and by an rs6 estate best of both worlds...
Berlingo is often talked about. Will look into that.
Anyone use a zafira that can tell me how much gear you get in it?
Good shout
I am also thinking sell my merc and by an rs6 estate best of both worlds...
Berlingo is often talked about. Will look into that.
Anyone use a zafira that can tell me how much gear you get in it?
Vans are the obvious choice, trouble is the country is full of thieves and addicts, and if they arent getting nicked theyre broken into.
Get a decent estate, plenty of choice.
Get a decent estate, plenty of choice.
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If you're talking Audi money get a Ford or VW kombi
Bigger than you want really but so much better to drive with a decent spec. I can't drive cars anymore, it feels deadly down there!!
If you're talking Audi money get a Ford or VW kombi
Bigger than you want really but so much better to drive with a decent spec. I can't drive cars anymore, it feels deadly down there!!
That money could get you into a skoda superb..... Mine is loaded with goodies, comfy, drives well, takes 2 peoples gear for a weeks trip and doesn't look like a shed
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I can't drive cars anymore, it feels deadly down there!!
I'm with you on that one
I can't drive cars anymore, it feels deadly down there!!
I'm with you on that one
Of its just for fishing, it HAS to be tall enough to be able to wheel your barrow straight in the back. I could never go back to having to load and unload everything and jenga it into the boot like a regular schmuck.
A vauxhall combi is a good size. Or what about one of those disabled converted renault kangoos with the wheel chair ramp.
A vauxhall combi is a good size. Or what about one of those disabled converted renault kangoos with the wheel chair ramp.
Have a look at a Peugeot expert tepee
Generally they have a wheelchair ramp
Windows so they don't get broken into. NO VAT
Often low.mileage and quite cheap as not on people's radar
Can wheel the barrow straight on.
Generally they have a wheelchair ramp
Windows so they don't get broken into. NO VAT
Often low.mileage and quite cheap as not on people's radar
Can wheel the barrow straight on.
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Mitsubish Shogun LWB, simply unequalled!
Mitsubish Shogun LWB, simply unequalled!
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. . .I almost bought a WAV . . .but then got into barbel over winter and realised I needed a 4x4 and a 'higher' clearance level generally . . .now really considering a Skoda Yeti 4x4 dedicated fishing mobile . . .with the rear seats removed and some decent off road tyres it might just be the ultimate one man fishing wagon . . .
. . .I almost bought a WAV . . .but then got into barbel over winter and realised I needed a 4x4 and a 'higher' clearance level generally . . .now really considering a Skoda Yeti 4x4 dedicated fishing mobile . . .with the rear seats removed and some decent off road tyres it might just be the ultimate one man fishing wagon . . .
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Can you get a Barrow made up in that.
The others make a good point on that front.
Can you get a Barrow made up in that.
The others make a good point on that front.
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could just be bad luck but I know 2 people that bought Yeti`s and both turned into money pits
which was a surprise as Skoda cars are normally very reliable
could just be bad luck but I know 2 people that bought Yeti`s and both turned into money pits
which was a surprise as Skoda cars are normally very reliable
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Most definately, fantastic fishing wagon.
Most definately, fantastic fishing wagon.
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I like the rear reclining seats, it means the dog can have the boot, my rods/bivvy go in the front passenger footwell and the rest goes on the back seats. With seats 6&7 removed the underfloor storage is really usefull, my barrow handles, waterproofs and loads of other stuff live in there.
I like the rear reclining seats, it means the dog can have the boot, my rods/bivvy go in the front passenger footwell and the rest goes on the back seats. With seats 6&7 removed the underfloor storage is really usefull, my barrow handles, waterproofs and loads of other stuff live in there.
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The Yeti is quite capable off road but the ground clearance is not that high if you're driving rutted tracks. You will struggle to find good off road tyres if you stick to the standard size, 225/50x17, I put Nokian all seasons on ours, they seem to do a decent job.
The Yeti is quite capable off road but the ground clearance is not that high if you're driving rutted tracks. You will struggle to find good off road tyres if you stick to the standard size, 225/50x17, I put Nokian all seasons on ours, they seem to do a decent job.
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I've been looking at these they look all good. The 3.5 by looks tasty. Some have full leathers too
I've been looking at these they look all good. The 3.5 by looks tasty. Some have full leathers too
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They have a taste for petrol, about 15mpg. Thought my diesel was bad enough at 26-30mpg.
They have a taste for petrol, about 15mpg. Thought my diesel was bad enough at 26-30mpg.
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Indeed you can, I have a power porter and just bought some wood panels as a ramp, all works fine. You will never get stuck with a Shogun!
Indeed you can, I have a power porter and just bought some wood panels as a ramp, all works fine. You will never get stuck with a Shogun!
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Cool what engine you got on yours ?
Cool what engine you got on yours ?
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I'm in a similar situation and had been thinking of a Suburu Outback. I was impressed with a mates outback
I'm in a similar situation and had been thinking of a Suburu Outback. I was impressed with a mates outback
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I think it is a 3.1 turbo diesel. It is 16 years old and runs superbly. I have had loads of vans and estate cars over the years and this is by far the best. You just need to put yourself at ease in relation to running costs,over here in France there is no road tax to consider so it's just fuel but they aren't too bad all things considered. They go anywhere, the drive selection is awesome.
I think it is a 3.1 turbo diesel. It is 16 years old and runs superbly. I have had loads of vans and estate cars over the years and this is by far the best. You just need to put yourself at ease in relation to running costs,over here in France there is no road tax to consider so it's just fuel but they aren't too bad all things considered. They go anywhere, the drive selection is awesome.
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I had a 2005 legacy for 5 years over in New Zealand, outstanding car. Id gladly have another but they are pricey over here and I'm not sure on spare parts.
The only issue I ever had during that time was it was a bit thirsty and we had the smallest engine 2.0 boxer. But I'd done many river crossings, up to ski fields in ice and snow and driven 50k miles in my time there and it was still like the day we bought it.
I had a 2005 legacy for 5 years over in New Zealand, outstanding car. Id gladly have another but they are pricey over here and I'm not sure on spare parts.
The only issue I ever had during that time was it was a bit thirsty and we had the smallest engine 2.0 boxer. But I'd done many river crossings, up to ski fields in ice and snow and driven 50k miles in my time there and it was still like the day we bought it.
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Xsara Picasso, the rear seats are removable, loads of space and cheap to run.
Xsara Picasso, the rear seats are removable, loads of space and cheap to run.
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. . .that's interesting Gerry - they won loads of awards for reliability etc? Anything to look out for . .? Just like the idea of a compact 4x4 (not a freelander) for rivers and one that can still carry all my carp gear . . .
If money was no object I'd have a new Defender all day long . . .love the look of those bad boys . .
. . .that's interesting Gerry - they won loads of awards for reliability etc? Anything to look out for . .? Just like the idea of a compact 4x4 (not a freelander) for rivers and one that can still carry all my carp gear . . .
If money was no object I'd have a new Defender all day long . . .love the look of those bad boys . .
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Hey Ged - more clearance than my 330 msport touring though . . !
Any advice on which model to go for engine wise? You can pick these up now from 3-4k . . .
Hey Ged - more clearance than my 330 msport touring though . . !
Any advice on which model to go for engine wise? You can pick these up now from 3-4k . . .
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Ha, know what you mean with the BMW, I've got a car with 70mm under the sump, have to be careful over cats eyes on dips. As for the Yeti I would say one of the TDI's, either 140 or 170 bhp. My wife's is the 170 with a DSG gear box. The DSG gear box oil and the 4WD system oil needs changing every 40000 miles but a friends manual needed a new clutch and DMF at 80000 so probably not much in it. I think the manual is slightly more economical. Can't really comment how much kit you can get in, I've never used her's for fishing.
Ha, know what you mean with the BMW, I've got a car with 70mm under the sump, have to be careful over cats eyes on dips. As for the Yeti I would say one of the TDI's, either 140 or 170 bhp. My wife's is the 170 with a DSG gear box. The DSG gear box oil and the 4WD system oil needs changing every 40000 miles but a friends manual needed a new clutch and DMF at 80000 so probably not much in it. I think the manual is slightly more economical. Can't really comment how much kit you can get in, I've never used her's for fishing.
Volvo XC70 are a great fishing wagon 
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. . .do the 4x4s have a DSG option? My other half has a 140 DSG Touran that is bullet proof (assumed same components as Skoda) - she abuses it and it just will not die! Have been tempted to confiscate it for fishing myself but that would mean buying her a new motor of which I'm obvs far too selfish . . .
. . .do the 4x4s have a DSG option? My other half has a 140 DSG Touran that is bullet proof (assumed same components as Skoda) - she abuses it and it just will not die! Have been tempted to confiscate it for fishing myself but that would mean buying her a new motor of which I'm obvs far too selfish . . .
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Yes, ours is 4x4 with DSG. Works well.
Yes, ours is 4x4 with DSG. Works well.
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I recently bought a Honda crv 2.2 cdti as a fishing wagon. There is loads of room when rear seats are down. It has plenty of power, 40mpg easy on a good run, 4 wheel drive and plenty of ground clearance I cannot fault it. I only paid £2500 for it has dual climate control, cruise control, parking sensors is uses cam chain instead of a belt and it's a Honda should be reliable.
I recently bought a Honda crv 2.2 cdti as a fishing wagon. There is loads of room when rear seats are down. It has plenty of power, 40mpg easy on a good run, 4 wheel drive and plenty of ground clearance I cannot fault it. I only paid £2500 for it has dual climate control, cruise control, parking sensors is uses cam chain instead of a belt and it's a Honda should be reliable.
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What plate is that on? I've got a 53 plate CRV which is petrol so is a bit thirsty on the juice but nothing else to complain about, fits everything in no bother. Looking at the next newer model in a diesel, that or a diesel berlingo/partner.
Daz
What plate is that on? I've got a 53 plate CRV which is petrol so is a bit thirsty on the juice but nothing else to complain about, fits everything in no bother. Looking at the next newer model in a diesel, that or a diesel berlingo/partner.
Daz
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Hi its 2007 model crv cdti.
Hi its 2007 model crv cdti.
I got a mk 1 petrol crv,..about 20 yrs old,its been the best fishing wagon I have had,thus far..
My porterlite goes straight in ,handle on as well,it's a brilliant country car,I go across fields,the moors and use it as a bug out vehicle, it still looks very nice for its age..when it dies and I need another,it'll be another CRv..
Comfortable road vehicle..!..edit,if you get an lx version,on the rear seats,you can configure them in such a way it is possible to sleep in them with an air bed,I've used a tarp over the back glass door and slept under that last week on my bedchair ,was good,lit the lixada wood stove ,made a brew and some fried food on that..
My porterlite goes straight in ,handle on as well,it's a brilliant country car,I go across fields,the moors and use it as a bug out vehicle, it still looks very nice for its age..when it dies and I need another,it'll be another CRv..
Comfortable road vehicle..!..edit,if you get an lx version,on the rear seats,you can configure them in such a way it is possible to sleep in them with an air bed,I've used a tarp over the back glass door and slept under that last week on my bedchair ,was good,lit the lixada wood stove ,made a brew and some fried food on that..
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have a look at a skoda octavia estate, it will take all your gear no problem. might even pick up a mk2 vrs for that sort of money
have a look at a skoda octavia estate, it will take all your gear no problem. might even pick up a mk2 vrs for that sort of money
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Psst....
The rear seats come out easily as well for more capacity for longer sessions. Just a few bolts and their out.
Psst....
The rear seats come out easily as well for more capacity for longer sessions. Just a few bolts and their out.
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