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[JamesV6CDX]

In the words of the Famous McBurger.. I also said recently "no more projects". And meant it. I guess my addiction is not cured yet, because I litreally couldn't stop myself from buying this one:

1997, R registered 3.0 litre ELITE 24v Automatic in mint champagne
FULLY CERTIFIED AND WORKING SEQUENTIAL LPG CONVERSION
124, 000 miles
Perfect condition inside and out, no rust to be seen.
Black heated leather.
FULL MOT
Climate, all the usual Elite Toys

I saw this one advsertised on eBay, as head gasket failure. The only symptoms are some mayo in the header tank, so I strongly suspect oil cooler instead. Speaking to the seller, it starts on the button and runs on all 6. He also suspected oil cooler, but isn't interested in getting it fixed himeself.

I managed to negotiage a VERY good price, and he has ended the ebay listing for me. I have already sent a deposit, and will be collecting the car shortly.

I don't really need this car, I just bought it because it was a silly bargain. My only question is, what shall I do with it after I've fixed it?  :-/

I don't really want to rip off the LPG, because that would be criminal, if this car is good, and it's a certified installation.

I don't really want to sell it either  


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[Baron Von Spongebob]

In the words of the Famous McBurger.. I also said recently "no more projects". And meant it. I guess my addiction is not cured yet, because I litreally couldn't stop myself from buying this one:

1997, R registered 3.0 litre ELITE 24v Automatic in mint champagne
FULLY CERTIFIED AND WORKING SEQUENTIAL LPG CONVERSION
124, 000 miles
Perfect condition inside and out, no rust to be seen.
Black heated leather.
FULL MOT
Climate, all the usual Elite Toys

I saw this one advsertised on eBay, as head gasket failure. The only symptoms are some mayo in the header tank, so I strongly suspect oil cooler instead. Speaking to the seller, it starts on the button and runs on all 6. He also suspected oil cooler, but isn't interested in getting it fixed himeself.

I managed to negotiage a VERY good price, and he has ended the ebay listing for me. I have already sent a deposit, and will be collecting the car shortly.

I don't really need this car, I just bought it because it was a silly bargain. My only question is, what shall I do with it after I've fixed it?  :-/

I don't really want to rip off the LPG, because that would be criminal, if this car is good, and it's a certified installation.

I don't really want to sell it either  


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[Dazzler]

Keep it and sell the silver one that you want to lpg anyway....saves the hassle

[JamesV6CDX]

Keep it and sell the silver one that you want to lpg anyway....saves the hassle

That would also be criminal... the silver one is my Pride and Joy  

[Dazzler]

decisions, decisions :-/..............fix it and let Maria use it

[VXL V6]

Fix it and put it in Timbuks (I haven't heard any more so I presume it's still happening) new garage, set a price that makes you a little profit and anything above that Timbuk keeps......

[bertiecbx550]

fix it and sell it on for a profit(if poss) and enjoy the fruits of your labour...

[Baron Von Spongebob]

Fix it and sell it  

Keep your pride and joy  

[JamesV6CDX]

fix it and sell it on for a profit(if poss) and enjoy the fruits of your labour...

If I sell too many cars I will be classed as a dealer though, I don't want that, because I'm NOT one....!

[Baron Von Spongebob]

fix it and sell it on for a profit(if poss) and enjoy the fruits of your labour...

If I sell too many cars I will be classed as a dealer though, I don't want that, because I'm NOT one....!

Swap it then...For cash  

[Auto Addict]

fix it and sell it on for a profit(if poss) and enjoy the fruits of your labour...

If I sell too many cars I will be classed as a dealer though, I don't want that, because I'm NOT one....!

Swap it then...For cash  

...or a Renault clit......

[bertiecbx550]

Or a rare 2.0 8valve miggy...... just think of the prestige you will have

[Danny]

would be cheeky to ask the price, but i wont deny i'm curious, however that is a stunner and you know i'm not a huge fan of prefacelifts, and that steering wheel is nice!!

i'd say repair... and keep, (even over the CDX )

what would be more profitable?

fix and sell? strip out LPG for CDX and sell rest of car? fix and sell and put profit towards LPG on CDX? sell CDX and fix and keep elite with LPG?

[maria]

No way is james going too sell his silver one,I love that one, james have been wanting a facelift for a long time

[Baron Von Spongebob]

No way is james going too sell his silver one,I love that one, james have been wanting a facelift for a long time

He is not that old is he