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Aug 21, 2008 | 11:54 AM

#31

russellhq

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Originally Posted by Boab01,Aug 18 2008, 10:02 PM

Can't think of a reason to buy a Diesel if you're not doing alot of miles, the fuel is about 13% more expensive so it will take a long time to make back the additional cost of buying one.

But you get about 17% more mpg

Aug 21, 2008 | 01:11 PM

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Bassoctopus

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You'll also find that servicing a diesel can be significantly more expensive.

Honda Civic Petrol - first 5 services

Aug 24, 2008 | 04:49 AM

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rralston

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So by all accounts the car market is a wee bit flat at the moment then?

In that case it sounds like it's probably worth hanging onto fella.

Aug 24, 2008 | 06:21 AM

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Boab01

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Originally Posted by russellhq,Aug 21 2008, 11:54 AM

But you get about 17% more mpg

You do, you save 3p for every litre you burn but consider how many miles it takes to pay for the

Aug 26, 2008 | 01:33 PM

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m1bjr

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Originally Posted by Boab01,Aug 24 2008, 03:21 PM

There is no financial benefit from owning an equivalent diesel for small miles.

Yes there is, if you are a company car driver.
The BIK tax is calculated on your tax band, the Co2 emissions of the car, and its cost.

Aug 26, 2008 | 01:38 PM

#36

RISLAR

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From: THE LAKE DISTRICT BABY!!

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Originally Posted by m1bjr,Aug 26 2008, 10:33 PM

Yes there is, if you are a company car driver.
The BIK tax is calculated on your tax band, the Co2 emissions of the car, and its cost.

Thats why i drive an RRS

Aug 26, 2008 | 01:41 PM

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Gazzer

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Jaguar X-Type 2.2D Sport Estate - Manual 6 speed.

Aug 28, 2008 | 03:45 AM

#38

Dan Hale

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From: On the back wheel. . .

Quote:

Originally Posted by m1bjr,Aug 26 2008, 10:33 PM

Yes there is, if you are a company car driver.
The BIK tax is calculated on your tax band, the Co2 emissions of the car, and its cost.

The difference is fairly small now as there is a 3% surcharge on diesels (even EuroIV ones unless registered between ??? and 31/12/05) which bumps the CO2 advantage back in line.

Another Government "oh we're losing money as everyone is switching so we'll change the rules" moment. . .

So I'll probably end up going back to Petrol for my next one. . .