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Title: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: Stemo on 20 May 2014, 21:22:33
I was driving past the car people yesterday and couldn't help popping in for a mooch around. I walked straight past the small hatchbacks and saloons to take a look at the only ones which are practical for me, estates and people carriers. I reckon 80% of them were diesels.
As I only do short trips I have to have a petrol and my choice is severely limited, boring even. I know there is a choice to be made when buying new, but I've never fancied paying vat on any car, so I'm stuck with other peoples buying preferences. :(
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: 05omegav6 on 20 May 2014, 21:41:14
If it helps, someone bought your Orlando new :y
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: cem_devecioglu on 20 May 2014, 21:51:13
dont ignore the small hatchbacks, they are easy to wash, easy to clean, light on fuel and tax, aaaaand finally its easy to find a parking place.. ;D :)  the most important one..    generally I get stressed when I go city center(s) with omega :-\ 







Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: omegod on 20 May 2014, 22:10:18
I was driving past the car people yesterday and couldn't help popping in for a mooch around. I walked straight past the small hatchbacks and saloons to take a look at the only ones which are practical for me, estates and people carriers. I reckon 80% of them were diesels.
As I only do short trips I have to have a petrol and my choice is severely limited, boring even. I know there is a choice to be made when buying new, but I've never fancied paying vat on any car, so I'm stuck with other peoples buying preferences. :(

You sir....need a job or something more fulfilling to do with your time ;)
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: biggriffin on 20 May 2014, 22:13:16
I was driving past the car people yesterday and couldn't help popping in for a mooch around. I walked straight past the small hatchbacks and saloons to take a look at the only ones which are practical for me, estates and people carriers. I reckon 80% of them were diesels.
As I only do short trips I have to have a petrol and my choice is severely limited, boring even. I know there is a choice to be made when buying new, but I've never fancied paying vat on any car, so I'm stuck with other peoples buying preferences. :(

You sir....need a job or something more fulfilling to do with your time ;)

A scouser with a job...thats novel  :D
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: Stemo on 20 May 2014, 22:16:26
dont ignore the small hatchbacks, they are easy to wash, easy to clean, light on fuel and tax, aaaaand finally its easy to find a parking place.. ;D :)  the most important one..    generally I get stressed when I go city center(s) with omega :-\
I will ignore small hatchbacks. They do not suit my needs.
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: Stemo on 20 May 2014, 22:18:00
I was driving past the car people yesterday and couldn't help popping in for a mooch around. I walked straight past the small hatchbacks and saloons to take a look at the only ones which are practical for me, estates and people carriers. I reckon 80% of them were diesels.
As I only do short trips I have to have a petrol and my choice is severely limited, boring even. I know there is a choice to be made when buying new, but I've never fancied paying vat on any car, so I'm stuck with other peoples buying preferences. :(

You sir....need a job or something more fulfilling to do with your time ;)
Behave yourself. My life is just fine the way it is. Now get to bed, work in the morning.  :P
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: Andy B on 20 May 2014, 22:28:05
......
A scouser with a job...thats novel  :D


Cruel   ??? ........


but amusing!   ;)
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: Stemo on 21 May 2014, 06:10:27
......
A scouser with a job...thats novel  :D


Cruel   ??? ........


but amusing!   ;)
And racist, surely?
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: aaronjb on 21 May 2014, 07:34:33
Is "scouse" a race now? Next you'll be applying to be a protected class like the Cornish..
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: plym ian on 21 May 2014, 07:41:06
Is "scouse" a race now? Next you'll be applying to be a protected class like the Cornish..
Also you can understand what the Cornish are saying(just about) without the local dogs ducking for cover cause it hurts their ears;D
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: Keith ABS on 21 May 2014, 07:48:02
The differancs between batman and a scouser is that batman can go out without robin!
Keith B
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: plym ian on 21 May 2014, 07:50:02
The differancs between batman and a scouser is that batman can go out without robin!
Keith B
;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: chrisgixer on 21 May 2014, 08:27:54
......
A scouser with a job...thats novel  :D


Cruel   ??? ........


but amusing!   ;)
And racist, surely?

Very ;D
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: Stemo on 21 May 2014, 10:45:21
I am reporting you all to that nice man at the commission for racial equality. He will sort all you pumpkin heads out.  ;D
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: 05omegav6 on 21 May 2014, 10:59:22
Here you go, in the absence of any Montego Estates, a proper petrol car fit for a suburban housewifehusband...

 http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201404083168451/sort/default/usedcars/radius/1501/page/2/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/postcode/rh202dg/body-type/estate/make/mercedes-benz/fuel-type/petrol/model/e_class?logcode=p  (http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201404083168451/sort/default/usedcars/radius/1501/page/2/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/postcode/rh202dg/body-type/estate/make/mercedes-benz/fuel-type/petrol/model/e_class?logcode=p)

 :y
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: Stemo on 21 May 2014, 11:02:51
Just what I need. An ancient old barge. But wait! Isn't there another vehicle that fits that description.
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: tunnie on 21 May 2014, 11:05:44
Here you go, in the absence of any Montego Estates, a proper petrol car fit for a suburban housewifehusband...

 http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201404083168451/sort/default/usedcars/radius/1501/page/2/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/postcode/rh202dg/body-type/estate/make/mercedes-benz/fuel-type/petrol/model/e_class?logcode=p  (http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201404083168451/sort/default/usedcars/radius/1501/page/2/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/postcode/rh202dg/body-type/estate/make/mercedes-benz/fuel-type/petrol/model/e_class?logcode=p)

 :y

I like that. Ripe for DIY work
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: 05omegav6 on 21 May 2014, 11:07:23
Just what I need. An ancient old barge. But wait! Isn't there another vehicle that fits that description.
Ah yes... but this one won't depreciate  :y
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: Stemo on 21 May 2014, 11:10:39
Just what I need. An ancient old barge. But wait! Isn't there another vehicle that fits that description.
Ah yes... but this one won't depreciate  :y
How can a car depreciate from being worth SFA. ;D
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: 05omegav6 on 21 May 2014, 11:14:46
Just what I need. An ancient old barge. But wait! Isn't there another vehicle that fits that description.
Ah yes... but this one won't depreciate  :y
How can a car depreciate from being worth SFA. ;D
Free to good home :y
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: henryd on 21 May 2014, 11:42:53
Here you go, in the absence of any Montego Estates, a proper petrol car fit for a suburban housewifehusband...

 http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201404083168451/sort/default/usedcars/radius/1501/page/2/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/postcode/rh202dg/body-type/estate/make/mercedes-benz/fuel-type/petrol/model/e_class?logcode=p  (http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201404083168451/sort/default/usedcars/radius/1501/page/2/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/postcode/rh202dg/body-type/estate/make/mercedes-benz/fuel-type/petrol/model/e_class?logcode=p)

 :y

I like that. Ripe for DIY work

Lovely car,I miss my old E220 estate a lot :'(
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: tunnie on 21 May 2014, 11:49:36
Here you go, in the absence of any Montego Estates, a proper petrol car fit for a suburban housewifehusband...

 http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201404083168451/sort/default/usedcars/radius/1501/page/2/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/postcode/rh202dg/body-type/estate/make/mercedes-benz/fuel-type/petrol/model/e_class?logcode=p  (http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201404083168451/sort/default/usedcars/radius/1501/page/2/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/postcode/rh202dg/body-type/estate/make/mercedes-benz/fuel-type/petrol/model/e_class?logcode=p)

 :y

I like that. Ripe for DIY work

Lovely car,I miss my old E220 estate a lot :'(

Easy to work on?

There is a big appeal to something like that, vs 20k new version. Especially when its just pottering around town
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: 05omegav6 on 21 May 2014, 12:18:04
My five year maximum at point of licensing is a real pita sometimes :-\... there are some lovely older cars which would do the job perfectly...
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: tunnie on 21 May 2014, 12:25:56
My five year maximum at point of licensing is a real pita sometimes :-\... there are some lovely older cars which would do the job perfectly...

Is that not a council to council rule? I've seen some right sheds, way older than 5 years that are licensed taxi's  :-\
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: henryd on 21 May 2014, 12:29:39
Here you go, in the absence of any Montego Estates, a proper petrol car fit for a suburban housewifehusband...

 http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201404083168451/sort/default/usedcars/radius/1501/page/2/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/postcode/rh202dg/body-type/estate/make/mercedes-benz/fuel-type/petrol/model/e_class?logcode=p  (http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201404083168451/sort/default/usedcars/radius/1501/page/2/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/postcode/rh202dg/body-type/estate/make/mercedes-benz/fuel-type/petrol/model/e_class?logcode=p)

 :y

I like that. Ripe for DIY work

Lovely car,I miss my old E220 estate a lot :'(

Easy to work on?

There is a big appeal to something like that, vs 20k new version. Especially when its just pottering around town

Yes it was,although never did any repairs to it,didn't need any and that was a 95 car,it even managed 34mpg to folkestone and back fully loaded,not bad for an auto :y :y
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: tunnie on 21 May 2014, 12:33:36
Sounds good  :y
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: 05omegav6 on 21 May 2014, 12:51:50
My five year maximum at point of licensing is a real pita sometimes :-\... there are some lovely older cars which would do the job perfectly...

Is that not a council to council rule? I've seen some right sheds, way older than 5 years that are licensed taxi's  :-\
Different councils interpret the basic rules differently, but round here, the car must be plated within five years of registration date. Once plated, it can be replated until such time as it stops passing its inspections. The inspections here are twofold, both six monthly. One is an extended Mot with no advisories and includes body damage, tother is an appointment with the licensing officer, and includes a meter and condition/cleanliness check. The oldest car here is a '52 plate Octavia. Had I put a new plate on the Insignia rather than transfering it from the Omega, then I would still be using the Omega... ultimately it would have been replaced with an E Class, but perhaps not so soon ::)
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: Sir Tigger KC on 21 May 2014, 13:52:24
Here you go, in the absence of any Montego Estates, a proper petrol car fit for a suburban housewifehusband...

 http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201404083168451/sort/default/usedcars/radius/1501/page/2/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/postcode/rh202dg/body-type/estate/make/mercedes-benz/fuel-type/petrol/model/e_class?logcode=p  (http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201404083168451/sort/default/usedcars/radius/1501/page/2/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/postcode/rh202dg/body-type/estate/make/mercedes-benz/fuel-type/petrol/model/e_class?logcode=p)

 :y

I like that. Ripe for DIY work

Lovely car,I miss my old E220 estate a lot :'(

The old Mercs are great!  :y  I really liked my C250 estate, shame it was made of tinfoil!  ::)  ;D
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 21 May 2014, 14:06:53
......
A scouser with a job...thats novel  :D


Cruel   ??? ........


but amusing!   ;)

All these scouse jokes.........I really shouldn't encourage you lot but here goes. :y :y

Question.....What does a 15 year old scouse girl use for protection during sex?

Answer......A bus shelter. ;D ;D ;D

No let's all be sensible and stop taking the piss out of scousers. :y :y
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: tunnie on 21 May 2014, 14:19:42
My five year maximum at point of licensing is a real pita sometimes :-\... there are some lovely older cars which would do the job perfectly...

Is that not a council to council rule? I've seen some right sheds, way older than 5 years that are licensed taxi's  :-\
Different councils interpret the basic rules differently, but round here, the car must be plated within five years of registration date. Once plated, it can be replated until such time as it stops passing its inspections. The inspections here are twofold, both six monthly. One is an extended Mot with no advisories and includes body damage, tother is an appointment with the licensing officer, and includes a meter and condition/cleanliness check. The oldest car here is a '52 plate Octavia. Had I put a new plate on the Insignia rather than transfering it from the Omega, then I would still be using the Omega... ultimately it would have been replaced with an E Class, but perhaps not so soon ::)

Good to know  :y
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: Kevin Wood on 21 May 2014, 15:22:47
Had I put a new plate on the Insignia rather than transfering it from the Omega, then I would still be using the Omega... ultimately it would have been replaced with an E Class, but perhaps not so soon ::)

Could have charged a premium for those punters rushing to catch a flight.. given the "jam busting" gadgets you've now installed, too. :-X
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: 05omegav6 on 21 May 2014, 16:03:05
 ;D ;D ;D it will be available for weddings/wedding related bookings... For those that fancy summat different :y

Besides, some of those features could be readily fitted to the new car too :-X

Hypothetically speaking of course... ::)
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: aaronjb on 21 May 2014, 16:08:45
Suddenly, the reason you only buy white cars becomes apparent... ;D
Title: Re: Diesels, diesels everywhere
Post by: 05omegav6 on 21 May 2014, 16:53:58
Suddenly, the reason you only buy white cars becomes apparent... ;D
;D