All i want is the feeling that the car is the best i can afford and that the safety features whether lights, computer magic oor some other thing is the best i can afford. The 306 doesn't fit me anymore so i want something that when its a crazy downpour with the wind gusting at crazy mph my car is the best i can afford and i feel safe. I dont get into the feeling that because i have a bigger car it means i can drive like mad, i just want to know that i've done the best of my abilities to have the best car.
There are many quantifiable aspects to cars which make you feel safe in adverse weather conditions such as size, interior build quality, ABS and airbags, four wheel drive, modern shell etc and they can all make a difference should the worst happen. There are plenty of other things you can do to make a difference to avoid the worst happening such as slowing down, keeping lights clean, ensuring wiper blades are in good nick, following others instead of leading, avoiding unlit and/or unmarked roads, skid control lessons and improving your driving skills, general adverse weather experience.
You do realise this is a feminine mindset as others have not so politely pointed out? However, safety is a serious business and it
is a high priority for a lot of people, myself included as 9 times out of 10 I've got the kids and the dog in the car.
Given your needs and budget, I think the Audi is the best call.
It's a 1.9 TDi 130 Quattro Sport, comes loaded with part leather, CD, aircon, airbags, four wheel drive, ABS etc. It's a solid shell, feels well put together so feels safe and sturdy on the road and it also has a little class.
Best of all, a car like this can be had for about £5500.
