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General Discussion Area / Re: Haven't been on for ages...
« on: 24 November 2015, 17:21:13 »
Not too bad Al, how's life? I'll give you a call a bit later if you've got time?
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General Car Chat / Re: Anyone in 'the trade' can give a valuation?
« on: 24 November 2015, 17:13:30 »
If you do require assistance, do PM me or give me a call 
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General Discussion Area / Haven't been on for ages...
« on: 24 November 2015, 17:11:38 »
...what have I missed?
STEMO bought an orange Dacia or something equally as ghastly?
STEMO bought an orange Dacia or something equally as ghastly?
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Cars for Sale & wanted / Re: FS '54 3.2 manual estate.
« on: 24 November 2015, 17:09:01 »
I remember it being a very quick car to drive. I think it's a good buy, the mileage can be ignored as anything it's ever needed, Al has done!
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General Car Chat / Re: Heat reflective screen vs satnav... Calling Elite owners...
« on: 18 October 2015, 17:55:00 »
Never noticed the issue myself, on two different Omega's with original heat reflective screens.
I did once have a 'W' plate armoured transit, foolishly I plugged the TomTom in expecting something to happen, but clearly I could never get signal
I did once have a 'W' plate armoured transit, foolishly I plugged the TomTom in expecting something to happen, but clearly I could never get signal
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Cars for Sale & wanted / Re: F/S 2003 '03' 3.2 V6 Special Saloon Manual Preserved Police
« on: 20 July 2015, 21:39:20 »
Good question!
I won't bore you too much with the legalities, but simply, when the fuse is removed for the control interface none of the emergency equip can be operated. This fuse lives in the boot, so can't be tampered with when driving. All lenses are clear, except the strobes behind the grill, but these can't be seen normally. So, it can be legally driven with fuses removed.
Limited slip diff present, and fully working!
Price for standard car, I guess would depend on if you wanted stuff just removed, leaving holes i.e. as a straight from service ex police car. Or holes filled, painted, interior trim replaced etc?
I would ideally want to achieve £1,500.
Feel free to PM me if interested
I won't bore you too much with the legalities, but simply, when the fuse is removed for the control interface none of the emergency equip can be operated. This fuse lives in the boot, so can't be tampered with when driving. All lenses are clear, except the strobes behind the grill, but these can't be seen normally. So, it can be legally driven with fuses removed.
Limited slip diff present, and fully working!
Price for standard car, I guess would depend on if you wanted stuff just removed, leaving holes i.e. as a straight from service ex police car. Or holes filled, painted, interior trim replaced etc?
I would ideally want to achieve £1,500.
Feel free to PM me if interested
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Cars for Sale & wanted / F/S 2003 '03' 3.2 V6 Special Saloon Manual Preserved Police
« on: 20 July 2015, 20:17:32 »
A little preface is necessary, this vehicle is currently fitted with operational blue lights/emergency equipment. Any sale will be dealt with very carefully, and adhering to various ACPO guidelines and rules.
This vehicle can be offered without any police equipment, as a standard vehicle if desired.
'OV03 LJL' is a Vauxhall Omega 3.2 V6 Special Manual saloon, presented in Black Sapphire Metallic (Z20R) with 'texas' grey cloth interior.
It was registered on the 1st of May 2003 and has covered 140,021 miles from new.
When new, it served with Thames Valley Police, as a Roads Policing pro-active unit. It was based at Three Mile Cross (Reading)
It was featured on Sky TV's Road Wars. When in service, it wore the ghost plates 'GM03 HYU'. Fuel card holder present with this registration.
It was used by Rosie and Daz, in the mid to later RW episodes.
I acquired the vehicle directly from TVP in late 2010, I then sold it, and took it back in P/X in mid 2012.
Over the past three years the vehicle has had a lot of money spent on it, restoring it back to as it was in service, alongside regular maintenance and improvements.
Police spec;
Whelen 500 series grille mounted strobes, with strobe power supply
Fend off front bumper mounted whelen 500 series blue LED with clear lenses
Whelen Alpha Siren, horn ring incorporated with wail, yelp and piercer tone
Rear head rest mounted whelen 500 series blue LED with clear lenses
Rear parcel shelf mounted LED flip matrix sign 'POLICE / STOP'
Correct 6 roof mounted antenna
TSS Autovision ANPR System with speed enforecement and windscreen mounted camera
ANPR in-vehicle keyboard
Cleartone CM9000 Tetra Police Radio with correct telephone style handset and cradle
Maglite torch with mounted holder
Maintenance;
Full police history to 115,000 miles. Sold at 115, came back in at 126,000 miles.
In my ownership it has had;
Full cambelt kit, water pump with aux belt and tensioner fitted by Daz, mileage 137,000 approx 8 months ago. Exact mileage and date TBC, but Daz can confirm
New clutch at 135,000 fitted by Al
New air con condenser, HP and LP valve - Air con works
Full service, oil, filters, plugs, etc x2
Paintwork - Photo's of paintwork will be uploaded, but it had extensive paintwork. This vehicle has been displayed at numerous shows, so needed to look presentable.
It now even features in a PC Game - Grand Theft Auto 4, see youtube link;
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqqTg9fqxP4
MOT - None currently, will be supplied with a full MOT
VED - No longer transferable
Generates enormous interest at shows, even more so than the marked police vehicle I have. This is to be replaced by a younger 2012 vehicle. Interior photo's will be uploaded tomorrow!
£2,500 with police equip
LED sign is worth approx £500 on its own, some of the prices are crazy!
This vehicle can be offered without any police equipment, as a standard vehicle if desired.
'OV03 LJL' is a Vauxhall Omega 3.2 V6 Special Manual saloon, presented in Black Sapphire Metallic (Z20R) with 'texas' grey cloth interior.
It was registered on the 1st of May 2003 and has covered 140,021 miles from new.
When new, it served with Thames Valley Police, as a Roads Policing pro-active unit. It was based at Three Mile Cross (Reading)
It was featured on Sky TV's Road Wars. When in service, it wore the ghost plates 'GM03 HYU'. Fuel card holder present with this registration.
It was used by Rosie and Daz, in the mid to later RW episodes.
I acquired the vehicle directly from TVP in late 2010, I then sold it, and took it back in P/X in mid 2012.
Over the past three years the vehicle has had a lot of money spent on it, restoring it back to as it was in service, alongside regular maintenance and improvements.
Police spec;
Whelen 500 series grille mounted strobes, with strobe power supply
Fend off front bumper mounted whelen 500 series blue LED with clear lenses
Whelen Alpha Siren, horn ring incorporated with wail, yelp and piercer tone
Rear head rest mounted whelen 500 series blue LED with clear lenses
Rear parcel shelf mounted LED flip matrix sign 'POLICE / STOP'
Correct 6 roof mounted antenna
TSS Autovision ANPR System with speed enforecement and windscreen mounted camera
ANPR in-vehicle keyboard
Cleartone CM9000 Tetra Police Radio with correct telephone style handset and cradle
Maglite torch with mounted holder
Maintenance;
Full police history to 115,000 miles. Sold at 115, came back in at 126,000 miles.
In my ownership it has had;
Full cambelt kit, water pump with aux belt and tensioner fitted by Daz, mileage 137,000 approx 8 months ago. Exact mileage and date TBC, but Daz can confirm
New clutch at 135,000 fitted by Al
New air con condenser, HP and LP valve - Air con works
Full service, oil, filters, plugs, etc x2
Paintwork - Photo's of paintwork will be uploaded, but it had extensive paintwork. This vehicle has been displayed at numerous shows, so needed to look presentable.
It now even features in a PC Game - Grand Theft Auto 4, see youtube link;
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqqTg9fqxP4
MOT - None currently, will be supplied with a full MOT
VED - No longer transferable
Generates enormous interest at shows, even more so than the marked police vehicle I have. This is to be replaced by a younger 2012 vehicle. Interior photo's will be uploaded tomorrow!
£2,500 with police equip
LED sign is worth approx £500 on its own, some of the prices are crazy!
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General Car Chat / Re: Guide to the L322 Range Rover
« on: 07 June 2015, 14:47:13 »
2007 model year
Sees deletion of TD6 and replacement with a 3.6 TDV8 unit.
4.2 SC continues, as does the AJV8 4.4...but is soon discontinued in late 2007
272bhp, much better MPG, can now hit high 20's, low 30's.
Quite a complicated engine, turbo failures are really the major problem. It is a twin turbo design, the cost for replacement can be circa £3,500
Exterior stays the same. However, the interior receives a revamp. New seats, different placement of switches in the cabin. Ignition key moves from transmission tunnel area to left hand side of steering wheel. Handbrake is now electronic.
Sees deletion of TD6 and replacement with a 3.6 TDV8 unit.
4.2 SC continues, as does the AJV8 4.4...but is soon discontinued in late 2007
272bhp, much better MPG, can now hit high 20's, low 30's.
Quite a complicated engine, turbo failures are really the major problem. It is a twin turbo design, the cost for replacement can be circa £3,500
Exterior stays the same. However, the interior receives a revamp. New seats, different placement of switches in the cabin. Ignition key moves from transmission tunnel area to left hand side of steering wheel. Handbrake is now electronic.
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General Car Chat / Re: Guide to the L322 Range Rover
« on: 07 June 2015, 14:34:29 »
2005-2009
The 2006 model year, saw some good upgrades and a mild exterior facelift. Can be found on the ‘05’ plate, typically all ‘55’ plates are 06my.
Engines
3.0 TD6 remains, with same gearbox
4.4 BMW V8 is replaced with a Jaguar sourced 4.4 V8, known as an AJV8
This engines produces 305 bhp, and is pretty much bullet proof. A little quieter, faster and mildly better MPG. It really is a better engine than the BMW V8. Service parts are again cheap and easy to find.
4.2 Superchagred V8 is introduced. Again, Jag sourced, so very similar to engine used in the XJR. (AJV8) 400bhp
A great drive, incredible power. A very reliable engine, with only a few common faults. One is the aux coolant pump being wired the wrong way around from the factory, leading to ‘reduced engine performance’ on the dash. Something Land Rover will to attend to FOC, if not already done.
Both of the V8’s use a 6 speed gearbox (ZF6HP26) A very reliable unit, few problems really.
Exterior & Interior Enhancements
A new front end was fitted, the headlights protrude into the front grill, with a new front bumper, no headlight wipers. The 4.4 V8 and TD6 come with a standard slatted grill. The SC comes with its own mesh type grill. A very popular upgrade for owners, was to fit the SC grill.
New door mirrors fitted. Slightly larger, no flap issues of the older one’s. You can tell the new door mirrors by the fact they have a line running horizontally through the centre of them on the outside cover.
Interior sees changes to the audio and nav system.
A touch screen based system with full post code function, integrated reversing camera, Bluetooth, venture cam (wireless camera that displays image on screen)
The interior pretty much is the same as the 2002 models. The SC models come with Piano Black wood trim, and unique SC accelerator and brake pedals.
The rear lamps change to clear upper and red lower on the 4.4 V8 and TD6 models. The SC models have unique all clear rear lights.
Specification;
You can now order a Vogue SE, which comes with 20’’ alloys, Rear Screen Entertainment (RSE) and Vogue SE style seats
SC comes with 20'' alloys, RSE, visible dual exhausts, semi aniline leather.
The 2006 model year, saw some good upgrades and a mild exterior facelift. Can be found on the ‘05’ plate, typically all ‘55’ plates are 06my.
Engines
3.0 TD6 remains, with same gearbox
4.4 BMW V8 is replaced with a Jaguar sourced 4.4 V8, known as an AJV8
This engines produces 305 bhp, and is pretty much bullet proof. A little quieter, faster and mildly better MPG. It really is a better engine than the BMW V8. Service parts are again cheap and easy to find.
4.2 Superchagred V8 is introduced. Again, Jag sourced, so very similar to engine used in the XJR. (AJV8) 400bhp
A great drive, incredible power. A very reliable engine, with only a few common faults. One is the aux coolant pump being wired the wrong way around from the factory, leading to ‘reduced engine performance’ on the dash. Something Land Rover will to attend to FOC, if not already done.
Both of the V8’s use a 6 speed gearbox (ZF6HP26) A very reliable unit, few problems really.
Exterior & Interior Enhancements
A new front end was fitted, the headlights protrude into the front grill, with a new front bumper, no headlight wipers. The 4.4 V8 and TD6 come with a standard slatted grill. The SC comes with its own mesh type grill. A very popular upgrade for owners, was to fit the SC grill.
New door mirrors fitted. Slightly larger, no flap issues of the older one’s. You can tell the new door mirrors by the fact they have a line running horizontally through the centre of them on the outside cover.
Interior sees changes to the audio and nav system.
A touch screen based system with full post code function, integrated reversing camera, Bluetooth, venture cam (wireless camera that displays image on screen)
The interior pretty much is the same as the 2002 models. The SC models come with Piano Black wood trim, and unique SC accelerator and brake pedals.
The rear lamps change to clear upper and red lower on the 4.4 V8 and TD6 models. The SC models have unique all clear rear lights.
Specification;
You can now order a Vogue SE, which comes with 20’’ alloys, Rear Screen Entertainment (RSE) and Vogue SE style seats
SC comes with 20'' alloys, RSE, visible dual exhausts, semi aniline leather.
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General Car Chat / Guide to the L322 Range Rover
« on: 07 June 2015, 13:57:50 »
This is to serve as a quick guide to the L322 Range Rover (2002-2012)
It will be broken down into 3 posts covering the 2002-2005, 2005-2009, 2010+ models
2002-2005
The L322 was introduced in 2002, press vehicles are available on the ‘51’ plate, all standard ordered vehicles are ‘02’ onwards.
Engines
At this time Land Rover was BMW owned, hence the vast use of BMW parts and engines.
4.4 V8—282 BHP, 0-60 8.1 seconds.
If looked after a very good engine, but neglect will cause issues with the cooling systems and timing chains (vanos unit)
With a 100 litre fuel tank, you’re likely to see 400 miles range. Water pumps were originally plastic, can be upgraded to a metal type. Breather hoses to be changed every 50,000. Service parts cheap, easy to find.
If looked after, will do high mileage, I had one with 232,000 on original engine. However, had one with 70,000 that had been neglected and needed timing chain work. Common faults, are PCV hoses cracked leading to poor MPG, rear coolant hose above gearbox can split causing severe coolant loss. Head gasket faults only really occur with neglect, not a ‘common’ fault.
If I were buying an unknown 4.4 V8 to keep, I would change the water pump and radiator, all breather hoses and ensure regular oil changes.
3.0 TD6—179BHP, 0-60 12.7 seconds
A very reliable unit, uncommon to see issues. Turbo failiure’s are no more frequent than any other diesel engine. I know someone who breaks L322’s, and he has a massive stock of TD6 engines, as he says they never seem to go wrong. There is no DPF. Regular oil services will keep it performing well. Not a fast vehicle though! Tuning/chips available, and do make a big difference, but gearbox considerations need to be made...more to follow on that.
Gearbox—Different gearbox in pertrol and diesel, both 5 speed.
Generally speaking in the V8, not many issues, if the main radiator lower fins are clogged weith sediment it will causes issues for the transmission cooler. ‘Overheat transmission’ may appear on the dash.
The TD6’s gearbox will never last the life of the vehicle, sadly this is a fact! They’ll do anywhere between 90,000—120,000 miles
Budget £2,000 for replacement / recondition. If I were buying a TD6 to keep, I would buy one that’s already had one, or budget for a £2k spend. That is the TD6’s weakness.
General
Air Suspension, A much improved system over the P38. Front airbag units cost circa £220 each side, rear bags are cheap and never really fail. Compressor lives under spare wheel in rear boot floor. Around £250 to replace.
Audio—On the 2002-2005 model’s, a BMW unit is used, not a bad system. The Sat Nav is non post code and non touch screen. You can update the standard Sat Nav computer from the MK3 to MK4 BMW unit, giving you post code and 3d map function.
All of the audio units live in the N/S/R boot compartment . Amp, sat nav, TV etc. This area can be subject to water ingress. This kills the units. So always check this area for water ingress, as replacement units are costly.
Wing mirrors, fold flat function...over time they become lose and flap around somewhat.
Interior, hard wearing roubst design.
Specification
At this age the following three are available;
SE, HSE, Vogue
SE– No one ever bought one, came with nothing really. Best avoided!
HSE—Xenon’s, 6 cd changer and radio, parking sensors, unique HSE style seats, 18’’ alloys
Vogue—Above HSE spec comes with Sat Nav, sunroof, heated seats front and rear, heated steering wheel, leather dash top, unique Vogue seats which are far more comfortable and have better adjustment. 19’’ alloys, all specs have full size spares. Even the 20’’ wheel option has a full size spare.
To identify a 2002-2005 model, look for square headlights with headlight wipers. Rear light units will be amber to the top and red to the lower part.
Prices start at £2,600 for a something needing work, but £4,500 - £5,500 will get you a 2002/2003 in reasonable/good order.
It will be broken down into 3 posts covering the 2002-2005, 2005-2009, 2010+ models
2002-2005
The L322 was introduced in 2002, press vehicles are available on the ‘51’ plate, all standard ordered vehicles are ‘02’ onwards.
Engines
At this time Land Rover was BMW owned, hence the vast use of BMW parts and engines.
4.4 V8—282 BHP, 0-60 8.1 seconds.
If looked after a very good engine, but neglect will cause issues with the cooling systems and timing chains (vanos unit)
With a 100 litre fuel tank, you’re likely to see 400 miles range. Water pumps were originally plastic, can be upgraded to a metal type. Breather hoses to be changed every 50,000. Service parts cheap, easy to find.
If looked after, will do high mileage, I had one with 232,000 on original engine. However, had one with 70,000 that had been neglected and needed timing chain work. Common faults, are PCV hoses cracked leading to poor MPG, rear coolant hose above gearbox can split causing severe coolant loss. Head gasket faults only really occur with neglect, not a ‘common’ fault.
If I were buying an unknown 4.4 V8 to keep, I would change the water pump and radiator, all breather hoses and ensure regular oil changes.
3.0 TD6—179BHP, 0-60 12.7 seconds
A very reliable unit, uncommon to see issues. Turbo failiure’s are no more frequent than any other diesel engine. I know someone who breaks L322’s, and he has a massive stock of TD6 engines, as he says they never seem to go wrong. There is no DPF. Regular oil services will keep it performing well. Not a fast vehicle though! Tuning/chips available, and do make a big difference, but gearbox considerations need to be made...more to follow on that.
Gearbox—Different gearbox in pertrol and diesel, both 5 speed.
Generally speaking in the V8, not many issues, if the main radiator lower fins are clogged weith sediment it will causes issues for the transmission cooler. ‘Overheat transmission’ may appear on the dash.
The TD6’s gearbox will never last the life of the vehicle, sadly this is a fact! They’ll do anywhere between 90,000—120,000 miles
Budget £2,000 for replacement / recondition. If I were buying a TD6 to keep, I would buy one that’s already had one, or budget for a £2k spend. That is the TD6’s weakness.
General
Air Suspension, A much improved system over the P38. Front airbag units cost circa £220 each side, rear bags are cheap and never really fail. Compressor lives under spare wheel in rear boot floor. Around £250 to replace.
Audio—On the 2002-2005 model’s, a BMW unit is used, not a bad system. The Sat Nav is non post code and non touch screen. You can update the standard Sat Nav computer from the MK3 to MK4 BMW unit, giving you post code and 3d map function.
All of the audio units live in the N/S/R boot compartment . Amp, sat nav, TV etc. This area can be subject to water ingress. This kills the units. So always check this area for water ingress, as replacement units are costly.
Wing mirrors, fold flat function...over time they become lose and flap around somewhat.
Interior, hard wearing roubst design.
Specification
At this age the following three are available;
SE, HSE, Vogue
SE– No one ever bought one, came with nothing really. Best avoided!
HSE—Xenon’s, 6 cd changer and radio, parking sensors, unique HSE style seats, 18’’ alloys
Vogue—Above HSE spec comes with Sat Nav, sunroof, heated seats front and rear, heated steering wheel, leather dash top, unique Vogue seats which are far more comfortable and have better adjustment. 19’’ alloys, all specs have full size spares. Even the 20’’ wheel option has a full size spare.
To identify a 2002-2005 model, look for square headlights with headlight wipers. Rear light units will be amber to the top and red to the lower part.
Prices start at £2,600 for a something needing work, but £4,500 - £5,500 will get you a 2002/2003 in reasonable/good order.
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General Car Chat / Re: L322 Range Rover 02/03
« on: 07 June 2015, 12:11:02 »
I've been meaning to do it for ages, I'll compile a quick L322 guide this afternoon and post it up
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Meetings, gatherings, parties etc / Re: Advance notice of High Wycombe
« on: 05 May 2015, 15:14:47 »
Another excellent meet, with many thanks to Tony and Christine
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General Car Chat / Interesting auction vehicles...
« on: 11 April 2015, 18:17:55 »
Brightwells in Leominster, hold vehicle auctions, re-selling run of the mill, police, and 4x4 vehicles.
But, I thought some may be interested to see an auction disposing of ex museum cars;
http://www.brightwells.com/ClassicCarsMotorcyclesAutomobilia/ClassicVehicles/StondonCataloguePart2.aspx
And especially for TB, here's a lovely old Rover with just under 7,000 miles...
http://classiccars.brightwells.com/viewdetails.php?id=5523
But, I thought some may be interested to see an auction disposing of ex museum cars;
http://www.brightwells.com/ClassicCarsMotorcyclesAutomobilia/ClassicVehicles/StondonCataloguePart2.aspx
And especially for TB, here's a lovely old Rover with just under 7,000 miles...
http://classiccars.brightwells.com/viewdetails.php?id=5523
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General Discussion Area / Re: Last chance - OOF courier from Bristol?
« on: 02 April 2015, 20:04:21 »
Hmm, I am going to have to go to somewhere 15 miles or so from Rob, but the vehicle I'll be driving is unsuitable for a drive across Bristol in. This is why I've been unable to do it so far.
Perhaps, if beer money goes to Rob, he could get nearer to me, then I can easily get them to Oxford, thus to Jaime.
I have no problem doing it, just I know for a fact the vehicle I'm driving, ideally, I don't want to drive through Bristol in
Perhaps, if beer money goes to Rob, he could get nearer to me, then I can easily get them to Oxford, thus to Jaime.
I have no problem doing it, just I know for a fact the vehicle I'm driving, ideally, I don't want to drive through Bristol in
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General Discussion Area / OOF Courier - Sheffield
« on: 25 March 2015, 20:18:08 »
It's not so much of a courier, just holding an item.
I need to buy a 20'' wheel with tyre from 'Halfway' near Sheffield.
Are there any kind souls near that could collect it? Naturally in return for some beer money!
If it can find it's way South, that's great...but I certainly can collect, just not for the next few weeks
I need to buy a 20'' wheel with tyre from 'Halfway' near Sheffield.
Are there any kind souls near that could collect it? Naturally in return for some beer money!
If it can find it's way South, that's great...but I certainly can collect, just not for the next few weeks