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[Paul M]

Yep, no doubt they're worth more in spares as they get older or have problems. You often see Elites with engine problems going for a few hundred quid on fleabay, sell the interior and wheels alone and you've covered the cost of the car, with loads of other desirable bits left over to profit on. I'd probably have bought at least one to strip by now if it weren't for the lack of space and time, and also that most of them are too far away.

Any update on the claim?

One other thing - the rear view mirror if it's electrochromatic. I'd be interested in this, not for my Omega (which already has one) but to try using the control unit for my BMW's mirror which I managed to goose while trying one of my "experiments" lol. Buying a BMW replacement is megabucks cos it's got the alarm remote receiver stuff in there too. Does anyone know if the glass from one electrochromatic mirror is likely to work with the electronics from another? I'm hoping it's some sort of PWM setup.

[Martin_1962]

Washer jets about £40

[Chopsdad]

If I can upgrade my CD to SatNav - I'll have maybe have a go.

Bad luck though - was the milk float speeding or was the driver asleep when he hit you?

[Andy B]

Just a few more thoughts...

New 72amp Go battery = £?
Grill   = £?
Elec sunroof and controls = £?
Front / Back bumpers = £?
Radiator (excellent condition) = £?
ABS stuff (controls and whatever) = £?
Brake servo = £?
Central locking module thing = £?

Many thanks...

[size=16]As per PMs Where are you? I'm interested in the front bumper providing the 'textured' corner bits are not marked[/size]

[sophos9]

I'm in Norfolk, still waiting for a home engineer to assess the damage....

Bumpers are all good!!

Think it was like 3 in the morning and thick fogg  

[Andy B]

I'm in Norfolk,  .......

Thanks. A bit far then for collection - I'm in Manchester(ish)

[sophos9]

Just an update... Have not even had the inspection on my car yet  

Still in hire!

[Marks DTM Calib]

These insurance companies are rubbish.....they wrote mine off 4 weeks ago and I still havn't had an offer!

[sophos9]

These insurance companies are rubbish.....they wrote mine off 4 weeks ago and I still havn't had an offer!

No way mate, you OK? This is CIS who is covering the insurance... who you insured with?

[Paul M]

Nightmare! Thankfully I've never had to claim, some really close calls though!

One more thing to add to your list (that I might be interested in if it's black ): Rear parcel shelf with blind.

Hopefully you get it sorted though and a strip down won't be necessary 8-)

[sophos9]

Hey all.... Car inspected today and its a Cat D. Have opted to buy the car back for 20% so if the insurers agree this, all will be good...

I need the rear passenger wing cluster with the grey bit that bolts on the wing and bulb holders, have posted this in the Wanted section so if you have anything laying around....  

[Chopsdad]

Good news at last.  But did you ever find out how much it will cost to repair & how difficult ?

[sophos9]

nope... will start asking around the local body shops. After speaking to a few people should be fine to have the panel knocked out, repaired then smoothed over with some filler. You may notice it a tiny bit but I will keep the car and run it until it dies as finger crossed, I may be getting a motorbike  

[Paul M]

Good luck with it mate, I'd advise getting a good idea of any bodywork costs before starting as they can very quickly rocket up. If you've got the skills and the gear to do it yourself though you may be on to a winner.

I take it you won't be stripping it then 8-)

[sophos9]

Cheers mate!

I'm not fussed with it being pristine as it will be used as a run around when I get bike. Unless I get some silly quotes for the repair, I'm afraid I wont be stripping...