Best car for Taxi

[heather]

Anyone got any advice as to what car would be the best to be used as a taxi? Was thinking about either a low mileage 2nd hand diesel (possibly a bmw 520) or something less luxurious brand new (Skoda Octavia?) Thinking about reliability when pushed over really high mileage, comfort (I plan to spend a lot of time in it!) and which is best economically?

 

[SteelBlue05]

Octavia I'd say. Loads of Taxi drivers using them.

 

[Humpback]

Given the quality of most taxis in the Dublin area at the moment, any car from 1997, 1998 or 1999 should do nicely.

 

[pennypincher]

Also most of the taxi drivers I talk to get automatics to save their legs and arms!

 

[magunkey]

No Question. Mazda 626. 2001/2002. Immaculate condition for less than 5K. The prices took a big hit with the launch of the 6. Biggish, very comfortable, totally relaible, cheap as chips!

 

[Mrs Mac]

Lexus LS400 (I think) its big and very very comfy. Hubby has one and will never drive anything other than a Lexus again.