Hello everyone! I’m looking to buy a second hand car in Switzerland with the following constraints: Budget: max CHF 8,000 (can stretch slightly if worth it) Transmission: automatic Fuel: petrol (no electric) Usage: mainly intercity driving Priority: reliability and low maintenance (I want to avoid repairs as much as possible) Efficiency: reasonable fuel consumption So far I’ve looked at the following via Autoscout24: Peugeot 208 > skipped due to engine concerns VW Polo DSG > hesitant due to gearbox reliability Toyota Yaris > seems like the safest option, but slightly above budget What would you recommend in this price range in Switzerland? Specific questions: Which models/engines should I focus on? What mileage range is still “safe”? I generally kept it below 120-130km. Any engines or gearboxes I should absolutely avoid? Appreciate any real-world experience or suggestions. submitted by /u/morningshineser
Originally posted by u/morningshineser on r/Switzerland