I'm currently in the interim stage!!
Had a 3dr before our 1st child. Convinced Wifey to go for a 4 door. Got a Subaru Impreza Wagon with just under 300 bhp
Boot kept her happy. 300 horses kept me happy. 4 doors made ALL the difference with a baby.
Then got another Scooby (4 doors) when we had another spawn. (seemed like the right time, plus Wifey had a new toy, so I had to keep up
= I'm SOOOO dead if she reads this!!!
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Then when the kids were a bit older, got an Audi S4 Avant. Thought the big boot would be useful with a Labrador that's similar to Clifford, the big red dog.
Now the kids are 10 and 6, they are mobile enough to not require their own doors. Hence my 3dr Golf.
My next one however, eldest spawn will be that little bit older and dignified (she's a fashion victim now!), so 5 dr might be a suitable option.
Then again, it's MY car. Fook em. If they want dignity, they can go out in Wifey's car.
DAn