any diesel converts out there in Oz?

[Kelvin]

Originally Posted by miguelito

I'm thinking of buying a CRD, never had a diesel before. Seems like most of the members on this Forum drive V8's, but the CRD is cruisy, powerful enough, quiet & not smelly!!! Anyone had experience with the CRD? At an advertised 8.2 km/l (combined) hard to beat! Can't understand why anyone would want to use 29kms/l as viewed on this forum. The rush as you drag off that Commodore at the lights would be quickly deflated when you find you're becoming more familiar with the servo attendant than your wife!!

It appears that you don't have too many in OZ prepared to admit they own a Diesel 300C. Well I will step forward and admit it. I did enter a comment in the European Diesel section of the forum regarding towing recently. You may wish to read my comments. However I haven't seen any others around where I live. But I do live in a country town. You are certainly correct about good fuel consumption for the amount of available torque. Genenerally I am quite happy with vehicle apart from a few design faults. But I did choose it for its unique design characteristics and thats the price one pays.

[bvdwyer]

Originally Posted by Kelvin

It appears that you don't have too many in OZ prepared to admit they own a Diesel 300C. Well I will step forward and admit it. I did enter a comment in the European Diesel section of the forum regarding towing recently. You may wish to read my comments. However I haven't seen any others around where I live. But I do live in a country town. You are certainly correct about good fuel consumption for the amount of available torque. Genenerally I am quite happy with vehicle apart from a few design faults. But I did choose it for its unique design characteristics and thats the price one pays.

I'll admit I have ordered one (300c Tourer) - just waiting on delivery. Hopefully Oct 15th.

Am also interested in anyone's view that already runs one. I do about 1,000k per week so looking forward to the economy running of the diesel.

Bernard

[Murphy The Cat]

Originally Posted by bvdwyer

I'll admit I have ordered one (300c Tourer) - just waiting on delivery. Hopefully Oct 15th.

Am also interested in anyone's view that already runs one. I do about 1,000k per week so looking forward to the economy running of the diesel.

Bernard

Hi Bernard

I've got a CRD in the UK and I absolutely love it. If you go to the european & diesel section, you'll get a feel for what we all think about the car. The overwhelming impressions are very, very positive.

As regards MPG (sorry, can't do lt/100km). The car loosens up as mileage miles build up and it was only when Arnie hit about 5000 miles that his economy settled down and has stayed steady ever since. On a tank of mixed running (but not much urban) I'm getting 35 mpg overall - but on a recent 325 mile run at 80-85 mph, I got over 40 mpg ---- which is very impressive for a big lad. I don't think that the Tourer should be much different to the saloon.

MTC

[Kelvin]

Originally Posted by bvdwyer

I'll admit I have ordered one (300c Tourer) - just waiting on delivery. Hopefully Oct 15th.

Am also interested in anyone's view that already runs one. I do about 1,000k per week so looking forward to the economy running of the diesel.

Bernard

Hi Bernard..You will absolutely love your CRD. It has incredible torque, just whats needed in Tassie. Now I will show my ignorance once again. Is a Tourer a wagon? As for your 1000k per week, yes it will be very economical to run compared to the other big 2.

[bvdwyer]

Originally Posted by Kelvin

Hi Bernard..You will absolutely love your CRD. It has incredible torque, just whats needed in Tassie. Now I will show my ignorance once again. Is a Tourer a wagon? As for your 1000k per week, yes it will be very economical to run compared to the other big 2.

Hi Kelvin.

Yep, the tourer is a short wagon version.

Regards and thanks,

Bernard

[Kelvin]

Originally Posted by bvdwyer

Hi Kelvin.

Yep, the tourer is a short wagon version.

Regards and thanks,

Bernard

Thanks Bernie

Regards Kel