Buying: new or used car?

My Alfa Romeo 159 150bhp JTDM has been the best car I've ever owned but mileage and running costs are now getting high. I've had a few high bills and am considering changing. The problem I've found is that nothing satisfys me to drive or be in. Literally nothing compares to the Alfa. I cant find a car that's great to look at, reliable, fun to drive and interesting in its own right. I drove a DS5 and liked it and a new Megane GT line which were nice, as was a Mazda6. All diesel of course. BMWs and anything VAG do nothing for me and Ford's I find bland and common. Could you point me in the direction of a car that has it all. Size and number of doors aren't important but I'll steer clear of anything older than 11reg. New cars will also be considered.

Asked on 17 August 2016 by barry2016

Answered by Honest John
I know exactly what you mean. These are great drivers cars. I rate Mazda 3s and Mazda 6s for a very nice balance between steering and handling for a front wheel drive car. Mazda 6s less so since the 2015 facelift.
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