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Buying tow car for a caravan (1200kg)
I need to change my 02 Passat 1.9 tdi PD (airbag warning on, advised new control unit at £575). I tow a caravan (1200kg) and drive approx 15,000 miles per year, to work in the week and longer at weekends, and during summer tow caravan to France (this year 2,000 miles).
I like the Passat but I am thinking of changing to a Mondeo or similar car. Bearing in mind dual mass fly wheels,DPF, ESP and other problems what would you advise? I am looking for a car 12-18 months old.
I like the Passat but I am thinking of changing to a Mondeo or similar car. Bearing in mind dual mass fly wheels,DPF, ESP and other problems what would you advise? I am looking for a car 12-18 months old.
Asked on 23 November 2011 by John Casswell
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Honest John
Nothing beats a Mondeo 2.0TDCI in its class for comfort, space, handling, economy, reliability and sensibly priced servicing.
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