hi from devon

[Northman]

I was looking at a 1.6i Desire Petrol 05 Metallic sandstone pearl for £3995 with only 18k on the clock. This seems to me a great price. Just might get a peek at it today! However, I had thought a Diesel might be the best option but i havent a clue about Berlingos

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I had a 1.6 petrol for almost 9 years - but now have a 1.6 diesel.

I was very pleased with the petrol. I'm still making up my mind about the diesel. Early days yet, but I think I preferred the way the petrol one drove. However, it looks like I'll get considerably better fuel economy with the diesel.

[bongobetty]

Hi everybody and thanks too for all your comments. Going today to have a look at a red metallic 1.9L forte diesel with 83K 53 reg at a garage locally for £2995.

I'm still thinking about the Sandstone (Desire, 1.6i, petrol) one with only 18k at £3995 but the colour doesnt exactly thrill me! lol

[Chris]

The Sandstone one should be almost like new with only 18,000 miles and being a "Desire" will have a better spec. It is probably worth looking and driving both as a comparison as there are pros and cons to both petrol/diesel. I agree that Sandstone is not the nicest colour!

[corkgsxr]

id take a drive of the 1.6 diesel too.

its a nice smooth engine

ello by the way

[divingscubaboy]

Hi Bongobetty. I'm an ex bongo owner so know where you're coming from. I used to have a 1.4 petrol bingo and now have a 1.9 diesel. My personal opinion would be to go for a 1.6 HDI desire with all the bells and whistles i.e. air-con, modutop etc.
You should be able to find a nice example for your budget. I did like my Bongo but it was not without it's expense, only having 1 vehicle available for personal use made a Bongo V expensive whereas the Bingo is great for everyday use and a great utility vehicle.
Have Fun!
BTW: Sandstone not the nicest colour but it hides the dirt very well! Shame the dirt dosen't hide the bashes and scrapes on mine.