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9th Jul 2018theoldtyke commented on:
Most comfortable cars for elderly and infirmI love my Fiat Doblo. Being 6'4" (tall and round!) I find most cars are a struggle & often need a shoehorn to get in and out. I also have back problems. The doblo was the first I found where I could step in and out very easily. Unlike many MPVs, the seat isn't so high up it needs a ladder or step but neither is it too low down that it takes a block and tackle to get out! I sought out a 2nd hand model, had a sit in front and back as well as having a test drive. despite a bad reputation, the engine can be found in a good many vehicles - so it can't be that bad & the bodywork, despite being 12 years old, isn't showing signs of rust. In terms of repairs, I've had a new battery, new tyres,, new clutch and 2 new brake disks as well as pads - all the usual stuff you expect to need replacing.ViewDate:
9th Jul 2018theoldtyke commented on:
Most comfortable cars for elderly and infirmI'm here because I'm thinking about updating my old car. I currently have a Fiat Doblo 1.9jtd. It's really brilliant, bags of room front and back, great headroom, good legroom (although my seat is not quite fully back) in both front and rear. The only downside is the high road tax