Topic: A very sad day, I'm selling my Elite (Read 16393 times)

Lampynoiseboy · « **on:** 22 November 2013, 19:13:11 »

I have just bought a BMW 530d. This does not please me. However I need a better MPG than my mig will give me, so it has to go.

'51 plate, 3.2 v6 Elite in grey.

All the usual elite, including:

Cream (ish) leather
NCDC2015
Phone (demonstrated working to me when I bought it, but not used since)
Colour display (no dead pixels etc)
2008/9 satnav disc
Bose Sound System
Rear parking sensors
Never had a CDR in main or changer (during my time), no jumps or skips to discs or errors
All 4 heated seats work
Climate control is cold

102500 (in use) miles
Tax til Jan 14
MOT til
Cambelt done at 88k
Virtually no wear on any instrument buttons
All tyres inc spare (steel) good

No point in telling you how good this car is, if you're here, you know!

Bad bits:

"Soft touch" coating to door pocket flaps is wearing/dirty
Crack in front bumper (towbar i think)
Corner scuff to same
Small area of flaked lacquer to rear door
Small rust bubbles to rear arches
Small dink to rear quarter & wing (fence panel fell on it)
Scuffs to top of rear bumper (from loading)
Small tear to drivers seat (screwdriver in pocket!)
Larger tear to rear corner panel on seat back by door (don't know what else to call the edge cushion?)
Couple of minor carpark dings, nothing major
Has a tendency to "cough" occasionally, especially when less than 1/4 tank fuel, changed MAF sensor, no difference, haven't got around to looking further into it

Is in need of a damn good clean, which I shall attempt to find the time for

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #1 on:** 22 November 2013, 19:15:09 »

MR MISTER · « **Reply #2 on:** 22 November 2013, 19:16:51 »

Am I missing something or is there a price hidden in there?

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #3 on:** 22 November 2013, 19:21:27 »

Ah.

Concentrating on trying to get photo's up, forgot that!!

£600

MR MISTER · « **Reply #4 on:** 22 November 2013, 19:24:50 »

MOT til

?

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #5 on:** 22 November 2013, 19:25:52 »

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #6 on:** 22 November 2013, 19:33:35 »

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #7 on:** 22 November 2013, 19:45:30 »

Quote from: STEMO on 22 November 2013, 19:24:50

MOT til ?

12/12/13

I have had a very bad day.

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #8 on:** 22 November 2013, 19:49:54 »

Have asked mod to clean it up a bit, as I am bleeding useless today

I'm going down the pub

jonny2112 · « **Reply #9 on:** 22 November 2013, 20:01:39 »

Sorry if I've missed it - manual or auto ?

MR MISTER · « **Reply #10 on:** 22 November 2013, 20:03:32 »

Quote from: Lampynoiseboy on 22 November 2013, 19:49:54

Have asked mod to clean it up a bit, as I am bleeding useless today

I'm going down the pub

Good idea

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #11 on:** 22 November 2013, 20:05:42 »

Oh ffs.....

Don't apologise, it seems I can't get anything right today!!

Auto

Please let that be the last muck-up.....I'm losing the will to live!!

jonny2112 · « **Reply #12 on:** 22 November 2013, 20:07:25 »

Quote from: Lampynoiseboy on 22 November 2013, 20:05:42

Oh ffs.....

Don't apologise, it seems I can't get anything right today!!

Auto

Please let that be the last muck-up.....I'm losing the will to live!!

In that case, it seems you have too many noughts in the price. I'll be there in the morning

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #13 on:** 22 November 2013, 20:08:46 »

I'll leave the key in the ignition

It'll be running

With a pipe through the window!

jonny2112 · « **Reply #14 on:** 22 November 2013, 20:10:33 »

Quote from: Lampynoiseboy on 22 November 2013, 20:08:46

I'll leave the key in the ignition

It'll be running

With a pipe through the window!

PhilRich · « **Reply #15 on:** 22 November 2013, 20:12:16 »

Quote from: Lampynoiseboy on 22 November 2013, 20:08:46

I'll leave the key in the ignition

It'll be running

With a pipe through the window!

Will there be fresh baccy in the pipe

jonny2112 · « **Reply #16 on:** 22 November 2013, 20:26:23 »

Seriously though, a 3.2 would look alright on my driveway

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #17 on:** 22 November 2013, 20:30:07 »

Looks bloody nice on mine.

Better than a ruddy 530d estate!

jonny2112 · « **Reply #18 on:** 22 November 2013, 20:35:06 »

Quote from: Lampynoiseboy on 22 November 2013, 20:30:07

Looks bloody nice on mine.

Better than a ruddy 530d estate!

Can't argue with that

Bad timing though

PAULCDX · « **Reply #19 on:** 22 November 2013, 20:40:40 »

Do you you think SWMBO would let me buy her?

Pm incoming

jonny2112 · « **Reply #20 on:** 22 November 2013, 20:44:22 »

Be right up your street pal

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #21 on:** 22 November 2013, 20:58:24 »

Quote from: jonny2112 on 22 November 2013, 20:35:06

Quote from: Lampynoiseboy on 22 November 2013, 20:30:07
Looks bloody nice on mine.

Better than a ruddy 530d estate!

Can't argue with that
Bad timing though

Why so?

jonny2112 · « **Reply #22 on:** 22 November 2013, 21:24:19 »

Quote from: Lampynoiseboy on 22 November 2013, 20:58:24

Quote from: jonny2112 on 22 November 2013, 20:35:06
Quote from: Lampynoiseboy on 22 November 2013, 20:30:07
Looks bloody nice on mine.

Better than a ruddy 530d estate!

Can't argue with that
Bad timing though

Why so?

Potentially too close to Christmas

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #23 on:** 22 November 2013, 21:40:58 »

Ah

Didn't think of that

Fail #4

BARKEEP!!!!!!

jonny2112 · « **Reply #24 on:** 22 November 2013, 21:44:31 »

There's some serious thinking and number crunching going on tonight on OOF

PAULCDX · « **Reply #25 on:** 22 November 2013, 21:46:34 »

Oh yes there is, I'm also crunching the numbers and very tempted I must say.......... I ain't telling SWMBO is a 3.2 tho

jonny2112 · « **Reply #26 on:** 22 November 2013, 21:51:43 »

Quote from: Tall Paul on 22 November 2013, 21:46:34

Oh yes there is, I'm also crunching the numbers and very tempted I must say.......... I ain't telling SWMBO is a 3.2 tho

She'll never know

It'll need debadged though

Steve B · « **Reply #27 on:** 22 November 2013, 21:54:56 »

can we have more pics pleaseof the damaged panels seats etc

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #28 on:** 22 November 2013, 22:09:03 »

De-badging I can do!

Will take better pics soon as I get a mo...

Just waiting for Albs to notice......

jonny2112 · « **Reply #29 on:** 22 November 2013, 22:14:09 »

Quote from: Lampynoiseboy on 22 November 2013, 22:09:03

De-badging I can do!

Will take better pics soon as I get a mo...

Just waiting for Albs to notice......

He's unusually absent tonight

omega3000 · « **Reply #30 on:** 22 November 2013, 23:48:43 »

Quote from: Tall Paul on 22 November 2013, 21:46:34

Oh yes there is, I'm also crunching the numbers and very tempted I must say.......... I ain't telling SWMBO is a 3.2 tho

Just swop the numbers around 2.3

albitz · « **Reply #31 on:** 22 November 2013, 23:53:01 »

Im not currently in the market for an Omega of any kind unfortunately. I saw this car a couple of years ago,just after Adrian bought it,and it was lovely.

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #32 on:** 23 November 2013, 18:15:09 »

Right, let's see if I have better luck with pictures today!!

Rear post dink

Front bumper

Driver's seat

Rear corner cushion

Rear bumper (loading damage)

Front corner scuff

MR MISTER · « **Reply #33 on:** 23 November 2013, 21:42:33 »

My God! It's a wreck!

blackviper90210 · « **Reply #34 on:** 23 November 2013, 21:47:27 »

Dare I ask what happened to the seats? $:-\$

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #35 on:** 23 November 2013, 22:04:04 »

Well wreck's a bit harsh!

See OP for details!

jonny2112 · « **Reply #36 on:** 23 November 2013, 22:05:48 »

It's a real pity about the seats

Steve B · « **Reply #37 on:** 24 November 2013, 01:31:32 »

Any chance of you telling us about the past service history done on the car.(by you..or anyone else) Come on you have been on here well over 3 years....

JamesV6CDX · « **Reply #38 on:** 24 November 2013, 08:36:05 »

Any chance of close ups of all alloys?

I was in two minds whether to say this, but sadly (while its worth well over £600 to you) I think you'll struggle to get the asking price a tad, based on the cosmetic condition, and the fact the coughing / bunny hopping issue which you've been posting about for a few months is still unresolved.

Do you know when the Cambelt was last done?

Sadly my gorgeous old 3.2 mv6 with great LPG and near perfect condition inside and out only fetched £660 with a full mot and wim setup, and you also have the odds against you that in the run up to Christmas and the couple of months after many people are skint

Unfortunately I'd only be interested for a project given the issues :/

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #39 on:** 24 November 2013, 09:13:45 »

As I said in the original list, cambelt was done at 88k (just after I bought it)
Will take alloy pics today, but can't post til wednesday as I'm away from my pc

Stand by for service info....

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #40 on:** 24 November 2013, 10:21:27 »

And tbf, no-one here seems to know what the cause of the choking is, and I haven't had the time to look into it much further....it's not a great inconvenience as long as you keep over 1/4 tank of fuel.

Mind you, everyone (except 1 person) was convinced that the ECU wasn't at fault a few months back!

RobG · « **Reply #41 on:** 24 November 2013, 10:25:26 »

£600 delivered to my door and I`ll take it

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #42 on:** 24 November 2013, 10:42:14 »

Hmmm.....

Bristol isn't that far in my world.

Let me work out train price

RobG · « **Reply #43 on:** 24 November 2013, 10:53:51 »

Quote from: Lampynoiseboy on 24 November 2013, 10:42:14

Hmmm.....

Bristol isn't that far in my world.

Let me work out train price

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #44 on:** 24 November 2013, 11:07:06 »

What's the closet station to you Rob?

RobG · « **Reply #45 on:** 24 November 2013, 12:41:22 »

Quote from: Lampynoiseboy on 24 November 2013, 11:07:06

What's the closet station to you Rob?

http://www.firstgreatwestern.co.uk/Your-journey/At-the-station/Bristol-Parkway

jonny2112 · « **Reply #46 on:** 24 November 2013, 12:49:17 »

Looks like a deal can be done - nice one

Transport would probably have ruled me out

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #47 on:** 24 November 2013, 12:52:02 »

Quote from: jonny2112 on 24 November 2013, 12:49:17

Looks like a deal can be done - nice one
Transport would probably have ruled me out

That's fair Jonny

Rob http://www.thetrainline.com/buytickets/combinedmatrix.aspx?Command=TimeTable#Journey/BPW/SOE/30/11/13/15/0/Dep//////Dep/1/0//0;0;0

Amazingly cheap!

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #48 on:** 24 November 2013, 12:56:20 »

Although for some reason, Sunday is £33.....never makes any sense to me

My only issue is the insurance grace period expires on Friday at midnight, and due to work there is no way I can get it to you before the weekend.

However, If I put enough fuel in it, and pay for the train ticket, would you be willing to come pick it up?

Or reduce the price accordingly?

albitz · « **Reply #49 on:** 24 November 2013, 12:57:25 »

Can be insured for one day for round £20.

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #50 on:** 24 November 2013, 12:59:09 »

Quote from: Albitz on 24 November 2013, 12:57:25

Can be insured for one day for round £20.

Dagnammit!!

albitz · « **Reply #51 on:** 24 November 2013, 13:00:27 »

A few months ago I would have bought it as soon as it was advertised,but I currently have three cars,and no way can I have another.
Also not sure I want to break another Omega for parts, even one with a full compliment f toys like this one.

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #52 on:** 24 November 2013, 13:13:14 »

So use the bits you have to make this one well again......

albitz · « **Reply #53 on:** 24 November 2013, 14:29:16 »

Very few bits left now Adrian. I would have liked to have had it tbh,might have even kept it for myself,but it really isn't possible at the moment,and probably wouldn't be for around 6 months.

JamesV6CDX · « **Reply #54 on:** 28 November 2013, 15:16:08 »

Was a deal done, in the end?

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #55 on:** 28 November 2013, 18:38:37 »

Looks promising, tying up details as we speak, will advise if so

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #56 on:** 30 November 2013, 17:20:32 »

Just met RobG, and as expected from someone on here, a thoroughly nice fella, (and a really big friendly dog!)

All sold, hope he's as happy with it as I have been

Thanks mate

jonny2112 · « **Reply #57 on:** 30 November 2013, 17:23:07 »

Result

RobG · « **Reply #58 on:** 30 November 2013, 18:44:55 »

Quote from: Lampynoiseboy on 30 November 2013, 17:20:32

Just met RobG, and as expected from someone on here, a thoroughly nice fella, (and a really big friendly dog!)

All sold, hope he's as happy with it as I have been

Thanks mate

Nice to have met you Adrian, safe journey back home mate

albitz · « **Reply #59 on:** 30 November 2013, 20:05:16 »

Quote from: Lampynoiseboy on 30 November 2013, 17:20:32

Just met RobG, and as expected from someone on here, a thoroughly nice fella, (and a really big friendly dog!)

All sold, hope he's happy with it when he completely dismantles it.

Thanks mate

Im sure he will be Adrian.

zirk · « **Reply #60 on:** 30 November 2013, 20:20:42 »

Quote from: Lampynoiseboy on 30 November 2013, 17:20:32

Just met RobG, and as expected from someone on here, a thoroughly nice fella, (and a really big friendly dog!)

All sold, hope he's as happy with it as I have been

Thanks mate

Yep, top bloke is Rob

, dont spend all your at once though, save some so you can buy some bits back when you get another Mig.

RobG · « **Reply #61 on:** 30 November 2013, 20:37:11 »

Quote from: Albitz on 30 November 2013, 20:05:16

Quote from: Lampynoiseboy on 30 November 2013, 17:20:32
Just met RobG, and as expected from someone on here, a thoroughly nice fella, (and a really big friendly dog!)

All sold, hope he's happy with it when he completely dismantles it.

Thanks mate

Im sure he will be Adrian.

albitz · « **Reply #62 on:** 30 November 2013, 20:55:20 »

Quote from: Lampynoiseboy on 30 November 2013, 17:20:32

Just met RobG, and as expected from someone on here, a thoroughly nice fella, ( a really big dog!)

All sold, hope he's as happy with it as I have been

Thanks mate

I had heard he was a real ugly bastid.

Steve B · « **Reply #63 on:** 30 November 2013, 21:18:57 »

So its gone to the forum breakers yard

Remember i spoke first rob on the rear blind

RobG · « **Reply #64 on:** 30 November 2013, 21:21:47 »

Quote from: Albitz on 30 November 2013, 20:55:20

Quote from: Lampynoiseboy on 30 November 2013, 17:20:32
Just met RobG, and as expected from someone on here, a thoroughly nice fella, ( a really big dog!)

All sold, hope he's as happy with it as I have been

Thanks mate

I had heard he was a real ugly bastid.

Say that to his face then

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #65 on:** 30 November 2013, 23:39:28 »

Had I the time & space would've done the same

Shame they're almost all worth more in bits

Especially those with a CID & a working rear blind

Lampynoiseboy · « **Reply #66 on:** 30 November 2013, 23:40:24 »

And Albitz.....earplugs? Really??

Pot kettle!!!

albitz · « **Reply #67 on:** 01 December 2013, 00:20:22 »

...............yep,I could talk for Norn Irn and you could talk for England.

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