Omega Owners Forum
Chat Area => General Car Chat => Topic started by: Sir Tigger KC on 18 January 2015, 23:14:21
-
Lord Opti's cash is burning a hole in his pocket and he's feeling the urge to spend it on a flashy car that should turn female heads. :)
He's going to keep his MV6 so it dosn't have to be practical, but it does have to be suitable for a daily drive (ish). £10,000 is his budget and it will probably help if it has potential to be a money pit! :D ;D
So lets help the poor old fella out with some suggestions. ;) Here's mine. :y
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2003-03-Porsche-911-3-6-auto-Targa-Tiptronic-S-/331417476219?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item4d2a055c7b
-
A 928 would add an extra whiff of desperation. And most of them were automatic.
-
If he wants to burn notes then get a Range Rover.
If you want comfort and a big smile then I highly recommend a supercharged Jag!
-
A 928 would add an extra whiff of desperation. And most of them were automatic.
I like it! :y This one has excellent money pit potential as well! 8)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Porsche-928-S-Series-4-5-0-V8-Auto-For-Sale-at-Master-Cars-Hitchin-/271634559492?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item3f3eae7204
-
A 928 would add an extra whiff of desperation. And most of them were automatic.
I like it! :y This one has excellent money pit potential as well! 8)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Porsche-928-S-Series-4-5-0-V8-Auto-For-Sale-at-Master-Cars-Hitchin-/271634559492?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item3f3eae7204
I was under the impression that ALL 928s were a potential money pit :y
-
O.K then......where to begin? ;D
The 911 is a Beetle in a posh frock.......so no. :-\
The 928 is good. This is a maybe. :y
As for The Range Rooney. I don't live in Cheshire or Chelsea for that matter, where it's legendary off-road capabilities are never tested by the Gucci clad WAGS who drive them. So no. :-\ :-\
Ah...the supercharged Jag. I could be tempted by one of these. Subtle yet accomplished. A real sleeper. :y :y :y
-
Cant beat a 928, this is mine... Front engined 5lt V8 rear wheel drive... Lots of fun..
(http://i481.photobucket.com/albums/rr176/Weds_photo/Medway%20maritime/Pete_1_zpsaa2e4fa8.jpg) (http://s481.photobucket.com/user/Weds_photo/media/Medway%20maritime/Pete_1_zpsaa2e4fa8.jpg.html)
(http://i481.photobucket.com/albums/rr176/Weds_photo/Porsche%20928/Haynes%20motor%20museum%20mike%20pics/Pete2_zps0a40ff56.jpg) (http://s481.photobucket.com/user/Weds_photo/media/Porsche%20928/Haynes%20motor%20museum%20mike%20pics/Pete2_zps0a40ff56.jpg.html)
-
A Jag Xjs must surely be a contender...
-
A Jag Xjs must surely be a contender...
That would spoil the image for me the rest of us.
Seriously, a 928 is the only Porsche that has any appeal to me, but an XJS easily overwhelms that. An early one for the full effect.
-
A Jag Xjs must surely be a contender...
That would spoil the image for me the rest of us.
Seriously, a 928 is the only Porsche that has any appeal to me, but an XJS easily overwhelms that. An early one for the full effect.
This do?...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/JAGUAR-XJS-V12-CONVERTIBLE-IN-OUSTANDING-CONDITION-/201264351431?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item2edc4a48c7
-
There was also a luverly poo brown one at £200, rather optimistically listed as a project... W reg iirc ;D
-
I was looking for a Lotus Esprite but they're all out of Lord Opti's £10,000 budget, so how about this:-
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201501150182089/sort/default/usedcars/radius/1500/page/1/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/make/lotus/model/excel/postcode/dt73nb?logcode=p
-
I was looking for a Lotus Esprite but they're all out of Lord Opti's £10,000 budget, so how about this:-
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201501150182089/sort/default/usedcars/radius/1500/page/1/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/make/lotus/model/excel/postcode/dt73nb?logcode=p
That's a better prospect than that TVR that caught Optis eye :y
-
If a 'Saggy Jag' is Lord Opti's thing, then this would look nice on the crunchy drive and could be an appreciating future classic? :-\ :y
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201408206754295/sort/default/model/xk/usedcars/radius/1501/page/1/price-to/10000/postcode/dt73nb/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/make/jaguar?logcode=p
-
This should cover most of his requirements
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C502350
girls love things that pop up ;D
-
This at first may seem an odd choice but for being wafted along the lanes of Lincolnshire by your chauffeur whilst holding court with your lady friend in the back it would take some beating. Used to be the mayor of Aberdeens car.
LPG'd - a great plus. here are some selected sound bites
The rear section can be separated by an electric Privacy glass screen which works very slowly
Lack of use is the issue behind its slow movement But with a little assistance it does go up and down :o
The whole compartment is kitted with soft foamy type Cream coloured material and is very bright, warm And inviting.
Warning - This car draws attention!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DAIMLER-DS420-Limousine-4-2-LPG-GAS-116K-Full-MoT-Extensive-Resto-Stunning-Car-/251788263197?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item3a9fbfff1d
Offered for sale slightly over budget but nothing Opti couldn't negotiate on ;D
-
This at first may seem an odd choice but for being wafted along the lanes of Lincolnshire by your chauffeur whilst holding court with your lady friend in the back it would take some beating. Used to be the mayor of Aberdeens car.
LPG'd - a great plus. here are some selected sound bites
The rear section can be separated by an electric Privacy glass screen which works very slowly
Lack of use is the issue behind its slow movement But with a little assistance it does go up and down :o
The whole compartment is kitted with soft foamy type Cream coloured material and is very bright, warm And inviting.
Warning - This car draws attention!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DAIMLER-DS420-Limousine-4-2-LPG-GAS-116K-Full-MoT-Extensive-Resto-Stunning-Car-/251788263197?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item3a9fbfff1d
Offered for sale slightly over budget but nothing Opti couldn't negotiate on ;D
My Dad used to take me back to school in one of those ........... obviously an all black one though. That drew attention :y :y :y
-
I'm thinking £10k is merely ''loose change'' to Opti. Surely, something in the £500k bracket would be more suitable for a daily driver???
-
You boys are certainly giving me food for thought. :y
Weds......Great pictures of your 928. I really do like these germanic old dowagers. :y
Jaguar XJS. I hated these when they replaced the E-Type in 1975. I've mellowed since then and believe XJS prices to be on the rise. The convertible version is too 'effete' for my liking though.
Jaguar XK 4.2 coupe. I imagine that anything I could afford was previously owned by a'footballist'.....Michael Owen perhaps. Nice car, but no thanks.
BMW 840/850. Hmmm, these do hold a certain appeal. Not expensive either.
Mr Varche. The Daimler Limo is more suited to the delectable mistress Lizzie than myself. :-* :-* :-*
The Lotus Excel. Another left field choice. Have you seen what 'Emma Peel' Elans are worth these days. With such piss poor intesrest rates this may prove a wise investment. Either that or a money pit. ;)
-
The MV6 will remain my everyday car.
I'd like a car I can enjoy but one that will rise in value rather than depreciate. It's a big ask. :y
Can anyone find an Alfa Montreal or AC 428 for £10,000? ;D
-
Not possible
Mavis ! Mr Opti :'(
-
Not possible Mavis ! Mr Opti :'(
A Gordon Keeble or Iso Grifo perhaps? ;)
-
Not possible Mavis ! Mr Opti :'(
A Gordon Keeble or Iso Grifo perhaps? ;)
Not a chance!!!!! The interesting, flashy but cheap stuff like Espadas and Ferrari 400s started climbing several years ago.Even the Zagato bodied Bristol's have shot up.
And the days of a usable Interceptor for 3grand are gone too, that money won't even buy a wreck. Both of those are actually affordable to run as the Mopar power means durability and low cost.
-
Not possible Mavis ! Mr Opti :'(
A Gordon Keeble or Iso Grifo perhaps? ;)
Not a chance!!!!! The interesting, flashy but cheap stuff like Espadas and Ferrari 400s started climbing several years ago.Even the Zagato bodied Bristol's have shot up.
And the days of a usable Interceptor for 3grand are gone too, that money won't even buy a wreck. Both of those are actually affordable to run as the Mopar power means durability and low cost.
The trick is to predict the future and 'invest' in such cars before they become desirable and sought after. :y
-
How about a 645Ci? A friend of mine just picked up a rare manual version for not a lot of change..
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/bmw/6-series/bmw-6-series-4-4-645ci-2dr-panoramic-roof--cream-leather/3299586
-
How about a 645Ci? A friend of mine just picked up a rare manual version for not a lot of change..
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/bmw/6-series/bmw-6-series-4-4-645ci-2dr-panoramic-roof--cream-leather/3299586
Yet another BMW that has been beaten black and blue with the ugly stick. :'( ;D
-
Not possible Mavis ! Mr Opti :'(
A Gordon Keeble or Iso Grifo perhaps? ;)
Not a chance!!!!! The interesting, flashy but cheap stuff like Espadas and Ferrari 400s started climbing several years ago.Even the Zagato bodied Bristol's have shot up.
And the days of a usable Interceptor for 3grand are gone too, that money won't even buy a wreck. Both of those are actually affordable to run as the Mopar power means durability and low cost.
The trick is to predict the future and 'invest' in such cars before they become desirable and sought after. :y
I don't think there's much left to do that with. When even common, couldn't even give it away stuff like Allegros have jumped in price(don't laugh, they have) the more desirable stuff did it some time ago.
-
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C568150
these are going up in value all the time
-
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C568150
these are going up in value all the time
At £4000 that is certainly true.
The 16V version had over 150 BHP and made for a very quick car almost 30 years ago.
The Mk2 Astra was pretty light when compared to today's model.
-
How about a Reliant Scimtar? ::) It seems like good condition ones are like rocking horse do doos, so if a decent one could be found it might be a good investment and pretty cool too! 8)
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C555260
-
How about a Reliant Scimtar? ::) It seems like good condition ones are like rocking horse do doos, so if a decent one could be found it might be a good investment and pretty cool too! 8)
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C555260
He looked at one of them ages ago, about the same time as his TVR apparition.
-
How about a Reliant Scimtar? ::) It seems like good condition ones are like rocking horse do doos, so if a decent one could be found it might be a good investment and pretty cool too! 8)
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C555260
He looked at one of them ages ago, about the same time as his TVR apparition.
This is proving harder than I thought.... ::) ;D
-
How about a Reliant Scimtar? ::) It seems like good condition ones are like rocking horse do doos, so if a decent one could be found it might be a good investment and pretty cool too! 8)
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C555260
He looked at one of them ages ago, about the same time as his TVR apparition.
As far as I'm aware the TVR S3 is still for sale. No surprise with a £3950 asking price for a far from resolved motor car.
-
I quite like the Alpina BMW. The one with the 4.6 litre lump in the handsome E39 body. These are pretty rare.
£8-£10000 buys something just that little bit different. :y
.....or I could spent £10000 on a Daewoo like a certain OOF member. ::) ::) ::) ;)
-
I quite like the Alpina BMW. The one with the 4.6 litre lump in the handsome E39 body. These are pretty rare.
£8-£10000 buys something just that little bit different. :y
.....or I could spent £10000 on a Daewoo like a certain OOF member. ::) ::) ::) ;)
Lets hope whatever you buy costs the same to run as my daewoo. But I very much doubt it.
-
I quite like the Alpina BMW. The one with the 4.6 litre lump in the handsome E39 body. These are pretty rare.
£8-£10000 buys something just that little bit different. :y
.....or I could spent £10000 on a Daewoo like a certain OOF member. ::) ::) ::) ;)
Lets hope whatever you buy costs the same to run as my daewoo. But I very much doubt it.
So do I. ;D ;D
I will probably end up with a another money pit like the CLS.
I have form. :-\ :'( :'(
-
BMW 850 is more of a moneypit than a 928, crazy electrics ! I've been in a few 928's and they are gorgeous, brutal buggers :y
-
I will probably end up with a another money pit like the CLS.
I have form. :-\ :'( :'(
It was in the brief M'lud! ;) ;D
Anyhoo, these are a bit 'Boy Racer' but get the right one and I reckon they're properly mental! Struggling with the budget to get a good one but you'll get my 'drift' ! ::)
Gentlemen, I give you the Nissan Skyline! 8) :y
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1998-Nissan-Skyline-R34-GT-T-5-Speed-Manual-Fresh-Import-/191480160679?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item2c951b61a7
-
If you're feeling brave...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1974-Triumph-Stag-/381078485275?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item58ba0c391b :y
-
Frivolous...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/UNIQUE-1967-RILEY-ELF-MK3-SPECIAL-RACE-RALLY-HILLCLIMB-ROAD-CAR-/331446254791?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item4d2bbc7cc7 :y
-
Or simply bonkers...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Lancia-Gamma-Coupe-classic-car-PETROL-MANUAL-1978-T-/121420534295?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item1c453a5217 :o
-
I was looking for a Lancia Beta earlier but couldn't find one in budget. :-\ So the Gamma's good! :y
Riley Elf is cool! 8) but I just can't see Lord Opti swanning round Lincolnshire with his elbow out the window in that somehow. :-\
Triumph Stag is a contender! and would be a proper Moneypit too! :y Yours is over budget though Al. ::)
-
I hope that one comes with a brown paper bag or two :o
-
Stag is within haggling distance, there is choice below £5k :y
-
Or this?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1983-AUDI-UR-QUATTRO-TURBO-ORIGINAL-CLASSIC-CAR-MUST-SELL-RARE-NOT-BARN-FIND-/191481475771?_trksid=p2054897.l4275
-
I thought the UR was the rockinghorsepoorare short wheelbase version :-\
Nice looking bit of eighties nostalgia though :y
-
Ur means original, short wheelbase was the Sport quattro :y
-
Ur means original, short wheelbase was the Sport quattro :y
Ah ok :y
-
Yep the Quattro's very cool! 8) I like it! :y
How about something more modern and usable? :-\
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2007-56-Alfa-Romeo-Brera-3-2JTS-V6-Q4-SV-COUPE-2-OWNERS-79K-MILES-FSH-/291355044256?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item43d61d29a0
I couldn't decide between black or red.... ::)
-
There`s supposed to be a white sport quattro in Ilkley, not that far from where I live but I `ve never seen it, I think there`s only five in the uk.
Now where did I put that lottery ticket ::)
-
Yep the Quattro's very cool! 8) I like it! :y
How about something more modern and usable? :-\
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2007-56-Alfa-Romeo-Brera-3-2JTS-V6-Q4-SV-COUPE-2-OWNERS-79K-MILES-FSH-/291355044256?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item43d61d29a0
I couldn't decide between black or red.... ::)
And they`re only going to go up in price, wish I`d bought one when I had the money :'(
-
Here's today's offering and I think it ticks all the boxes. :y
Cool? Very! 8) Money pit? Absolutely! :o Head turner? Yep! :-* Within budget? Just! :y
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/311213531650?_trksid=p2060778.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
-
Here's today's offering and I think it ticks all the boxes. :y
Cool? Very! 8) Money pit? Absolutely! :o Head turner? Yep! :-* Within budget? Just! :y
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/311213531650?_trksid=p2060778.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
Oooh! You tinker... I thought the Gamma was genius, but that is pure class 8)
You've excelled yourself Sir Tig :y
-
Here's today's offering and I think it ticks all the boxes. :y
Cool? Very! 8) Money pit? Absolutely! :o Head turner? Yep! :-* Within budget? Just! :y
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/311213531650?_trksid=p2060778.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
Oooh! You tinker... I thought the Gamma was genius, but that is pure class 8)
You've excelled yourself Sir Tig :y
:-* :-* :-*
Always fancied one of those money-pits. :y
-
Here's today's offering and I think it ticks all the boxes. :y
Cool? Very! 8) Money pit? Absolutely! :o Head turner? Yep! :-* Within budget? Just! :y
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/311213531650?_trksid=p2060778.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
Oooh! You tinker... I thought the Gamma was genius, but that is pure class 8)
You've excelled yourself Sir Tig :y
:-* :-* :-*
Always fancied one of those money-pits. :y
Yep,me too,lovely,Opti get it bought man :D :D :y
-
Yep, quick! Mmmm.. It's only just down the road from me. ::)
-
Seems I'm spoilt for choice.
Two cars stand out......The Alfa and the Maserati. I'm sure that both would give many miles of trouble free and inexpensive motoring. :D
The Maserati is orgasmic. All this for the price of a delivery mileage Daewoo. :y :y
What's not to like?
-
Go and test drive a 928 s4, you will kick yourself if you don't and then experience one
-
Seems I'm spoilt for choice.
Two cars stand out......The Alfa and the Maserati. I'm sure that both would give many miles of trouble free and inexpensive motoring. :D
The Maserati is orgasmic. All this for the price of a delivery mileage Daewoo. :y :y
What's not to like?
Got to better than the RX8 ;)
-
Seems I'm spoilt for choice.
Two cars stand out......The Alfa and the Maserati. I'm sure that both would give many miles of trouble free and inexpensive motoring. :D
The Maserati is orgasmic. All this for the price of a delivery mileage Daewoo. :y :y
What's not to like?
Got to better than the RX8 ;)
Oh, yes, I forgot he had "previous" when it comes to money-pits. ;)
-
Seems I'm spoilt for choice.
Two cars stand out......The Alfa and the Maserati. I'm sure that both would give many miles of trouble free and inexpensive motoring. :D
The Maserati is orgasmic. All this for the price of a delivery mileage Daewoo. :y :y
What's not to like?
Got to better than the RX8 ;)
Oh, yes, I forgot he had "previous" when it comes to money-pits. ;)
Crazy though it sounds the Omega is the only car I've owned that hasn't been a money pit.
VAUXHALL OMEGA V6......THE SENSIBLE CHOICE. :y
-
This beauty was put together in the midlands(Longbridge), and would really stand out from the crowd if you could find one:
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nash_Metropolitan
-
Well? D'yer like it?
-
Well? D'yer like it?
I bet you can't find a goodun for 10 grand! ;)
-
VAUXHALL OMEGA V6......THE SENSIBLE CHOICE. :y
We know it makes sense.. :y Despite all the neighsayers. ::)
-
Well? D'yer like it?
I bet you can't find a goodun for 10 grand! ;)
Ten grand is his starting price, he fools no one.
-
Well? D'yer like it?
No offence, but I'll take the Maserati, thanks. ;D
-
Well? D'yer like it?
No offence, but I'll take the Maserati, thanks. ;D
Yes, but Opti is a few years older than you, Kevin.
-
There's one on the antiques road trip now, that's what made me look.
-
Here's one
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C567788
-
It's nice Uncle STMO but I don't think it really fits the brief. ::)
Maybe this is a bit more 'Opti' ;D
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201412319879927/sort/default/model/capri/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/radius/1500/page/1/quicksearch/true/make/ford/postcode/dt73nb/usedcars?logcode=p
-
It's nice Uncle STMO but I don't think it really fits the brief. ::)
Maybe this is a bit more 'Opti' ;D
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201412319879927/sort/default/model/capri/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/radius/1500/page/1/quicksearch/true/make/ford/postcode/dt73nb/usedcars?logcode=p
I quite like that Tig,proper steer from the rear action. :y
-
Well? D'yer like it?
No offence, but I'll take the Maserati, thanks. ;D
Yes, but Opti is a few years older than you, Kevin.
...and I'm a good few years younger than you, Mr Daewoo......so sod orf... ;D ;D
-
Well? D'yer like it?
.....fack off. :P :P :P
-
It's nice Uncle STMO but I don't think it really fits the brief. ::)
Maybe this is a bit more 'Opti' ;D
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201412319879927/sort/default/model/capri/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/radius/1500/page/1/quicksearch/true/make/ford/postcode/dt73nb/usedcars?logcode=p
I once owned a 1974 Mk1 Capri. One day the cambelt snapped but unlike the Omega didn't take the engine with it.
Looked good. :y Drove like a lorry. :-\
-
Well? D'yer like it?
No offence, but I'll take the Maserati, thanks. ;D
Yes, but Opti is a few years older than you, Kevin.
Indeed, but he still claims to have his virility intact, although perhaps we should seek his sister-in-law's opinion on that.. should he ever muster the required energy. ::)
-
Well? D'yer like it?
No offence, but I'll take the Maserati, thanks. ;D
Yes, but Opti is a few years older than you, Kevin.
Indeed, but he still claims to have his virility intact, although perhaps we should seek his sister-in-law's opinion on that.. should he ever muster the required energy. ::)
In my head I still feel like the young stud about town I always was.
Shall we say twenty five years old.
Dear old STMO on the other hand is simply 'past it'..... ;D
-
Well? D'yer like it?
No offence, but I'll take the Maserati, thanks. ;D
Yes, but Opti is a few years older than you, Kevin.
Indeed, but he still claims to have his virility intact, although perhaps we should seek his sister-in-law's opinion on that.. should he ever muster the required energy. ::)
In my head I still feel like the young stud about town I always was.
Shall we say twenty five years old.
Dear old STMO on the other hand is simply 'past it'..... ;D
Can you remember that far back ???
:D :D :D :D
-
Well? D'yer like it?
No offence, but I'll take the Maserati, thanks. ;D
Yes, but Opti is a few years older than you, Kevin.
Indeed, but he still claims to have his virility intact, although perhaps we should seek his sister-in-law's opinion on that.. should he ever muster the required energy. ::)
In my head I still feel like the young stud about town I always was.
Shall we say twenty five years old.
Dear old STMO on the other hand is simply 'past it'..... ;D
Can you remember that far back ???
:D :D :D :D
Three years......yes I think so. :)
-
Well? D'yer like it?
No offence, but I'll take the Maserati, thanks. ;D
Yes, but Opti is a few years older than you, Kevin.
Indeed, but he still claims to have his virility intact, although perhaps we should seek his sister-in-law's opinion on that.. should he ever muster the required energy. ::)
In my head I still feel like the young stud about town I always was.
Shall we say twenty five years old.
Dear old STMO on the other hand is simply 'past it'..... ;D
My dear wife, who is nearly twenty years younger than me, keeps me fit...... :P
-
Well? D'yer like it?
No offence, but I'll take the Maserati, thanks. ;D
Yes, but Opti is a few years older than you, Kevin.
Indeed, but he still claims to have his virility intact, although perhaps we should seek his sister-in-law's opinion on that.. should he ever muster the required energy. ::)
In my head I still feel like the young stud about town I always was.
Shall we say twenty five years old.
Dear old STMO on the other hand is simply 'past it'..... ;D
My dear wife, who is nearly twenty years younger than me, keeps me fit...... :P
I suppose at your age she is mainly your 'carer'... ;D ;D
-
What about this for a spot of fun Mr Opti :y
4.0 (http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C301957)
-
What about this for a spot of fun Mr Opti :y
4.0 (http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C301957)
Oooh yes, Mr Emd.....If Peter Stringfellow (who is almost 100) can drive something like that with a :y :y'dolly bird' in the passenger seat, then so can I.
-
What about this for a spot of fun Mr Opti :y
4.0 (http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C301957)
Oooh yes, Mr Emd.....If Peter Stringfellow (who is almost 100) can drive something like that with a :y :y'dolly bird' in the passenger seat, then so can I.
You would get a decent part ex price for the omega against it , say £2500 :-\
Them TVR give out a lovely exhaust burble :)
-
What about this for a spot of fun Mr Opti :y
4.0 (http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C301957)
Oooh yes, Mr Emd.....If Peter Stringfellow (who is almost 100) can drive something like that with a :y :y'dolly bird' in the passenger seat, then so can I.
You would get a decent part ex price for the omega against it , say £2500 :-\
Them TVR give out a lovely exhaust burble :)
They do indeed.
My understanding is that the 4.5 litre version of the Rover / Buick lump is the best compromise. The 4 litre variant is probably a little sluggish. The full fat 5 litre lump is supposedly a real dog to drive in traffic.
-
They do indeed.
My understanding is that the 4.5 litre version of the Rover / Buick lump is the best compromise. The 4 litre variant is probably a little sluggish. The full fat 5 litre lump is supposedly a real dog to drive in traffic.
Because TVR mapped their engines to pop and bang a lot rather than to run smoothly. ::)
-
There's one on the antiques road trip now, that's what made me look.
They're in a beetle today. Guess the metropolitan couldn't hack it ;D
-
I would expect the 5.0 lump to be far better given its a long stroke engine (all they do to go from a 3950 is increase the stroke and a very small bore increase if any bore change at all).
-
Is Lord Opti going to surprise us by spending a little loose change on one of these?
http://www.gizmag.com/mclaren-le-mans-650s/35699/ (http://www.gizmag.com/mclaren-le-mans-650s/35699/)
-
Now this could prove to be an excellent investment! :y
With an advertised purchase price of £5500, hopefully £5000 would secure it, leaving £4500 - 5000 to complete the restoration and stay within budget. :y If Lord Opti gets a bit loose with the purse strings on the restoration he's in money pit territory (which fits the brief), but check out the prices of fully restored examples! Your looking northwards of £15,000! :o 8)
Obviously our Lord would have to check the condition very carefully, but if it's as described it could be a good buy! :y
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VOLVO-1800es-1974-barn-find-partly-restored-/221603473364?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item339898a7d4
-
Not that far northwards of £15k though unless they've shot up in the last couple of months.. The estate version is nowhere near as desirable as the saloon, sadly.
Although I do like those.. I could be tempted.
-
Not that far northwards of £15k though unless they've shot up in the last couple of months.. The estate version is nowhere near as desirable as the saloon, sadly.
Although I do like those.. I could be tempted.
I prefer the estate version and this one's probably exceptional! 8) I take your point re saloon vs estate though. :y
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C481635
-
Yes, I think I'd be tempted by an 1800 if I was in the market for a classic. :-*
-
Now this could prove to be an excellent investment! :y
With an advertised purchase price of £5500, hopefully £5000 would secure it, leaving £4500 - 5000 to complete the restoration and stay within budget. :y If Lord Opti gets a bit loose with the purse strings on the restoration he's in money pit territory (which fits the brief), but check out the prices of fully restored examples! Your looking northwards of £15,000! :o 8)
Obviously our Lord would have to check the condition very carefully, but if it's as described it could be a good buy! :y
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VOLVO-1800es-1974-barn-find-partly-restored-/221603473364?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item339898a7d4
Sheesh , price of those has shot up :o Always liked those , dont think its mr optis cup of tea though :-\