Geordie
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Jun 22, 2017 19:26:33 GMT
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Stupendous buy. Having had one of these early last year I can confirm they're indecently quick things as standard. I found mine surprisingly nimble all things considered, and the flickering traction control light when you kick-down around 60mph never fails to amuse... I was actually battling myself over whether or not to bid on that very eBay auction back in March so it almost ended up in Teesside a few months earlier. Will be sure to kick myself if I see it about. Funnily enough, and maybe unsurprisingly, I've seen the flashing TC light. A few times haha. You're more than welcome to pop down to Skelton/Saltburn for a cuppa and a look round it whenever you fancy. Just drop me a message.
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CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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Thanks guys ^
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CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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Jun 21, 2017 20:57:10 GMT
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Last Edit: Jun 21, 2017 21:10:06 GMT by Geordie
CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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Jun 21, 2017 20:22:05 GMT
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I don't think pSyCoSiS will mind me confirming that this has now been sold. To me! Yes - I am pleased and proud to say this has been sold to our esteemed fellow Retro Rider, Geordie! Pleasure to see you again and to also check out your collection. I know you will do the E55 justice - please keep us all posted! All the best. Cheers Mr pSyCoSiS, it was great seeing you again. Anytime you're passing, feel free to pop in for a cuppa. Kettle is always on!
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CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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Jun 21, 2017 20:17:51 GMT
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I think I enjoy you getting a new car almost as much as you do. Great choice, good luck!! Haha, thanks Pete.
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CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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Jun 21, 2017 14:00:51 GMT
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No interest at all? I haven't even had a derisory offer yet....
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CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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Jun 21, 2017 11:58:52 GMT
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buuut whaddabout the Stanza? Is that still cooking? So, just to get it right, you are selling the Maxima to do the Stanza up....and bought a E55... Yep, that makes completely sense to most of us car enthusiasts!! I am convinced that this Merc will get the same love as all your cars and it will be better than it ever was in no time!! Let's make a little sense out of this haha.... The Discovery is used by Julie mostly as the family bus and towing car. Hands up, I admit to actually liking driving it. The Corolla has been bought for my son when he passes his test. The Saab 9-5 is going nowhere for sentimental reasons to do with my late father-in-law. It's a lovely daily driver, which hides it's 20 years very well (I guess the fact that it's only done 66k helps). The Stanza is tucked away somewhere needing sills, a sprayjob and a few other smaller things. That's a keeper after hunting for 25 years for another one. 34 years old ond only 55k miles, plus the biggest file of history I've ever seen. So that leaves the Maxima. I love that car, but I have no sentimental attachment for it like I do with the Stanza. I guess, once I finally bagged the Stanza, the Maxima's fate was sealed, especially when considering my recent yearning for something a bit more, erm, shouty. I'll still have my proper retro, Datsun/Nissan love affair satisfied with the Stanza, so unfortunately the J30 is the one that has to find a new home..."so they all rolled over and one fell out!" Thanks for the kind words everyone. Looking forward to getting the E55 fixed up, sorted and gleaming again. As well as the Stanza!
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Last Edit: Jun 21, 2017 12:01:29 GMT by Geordie
CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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Jun 20, 2017 21:21:34 GMT
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Price dropped by £200 to Retro Riders.
Make me an offer.
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CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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Jun 20, 2017 21:02:00 GMT
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Having gone from 1988 to 2014 without owning a Mercedes, I've had a couple of them in the last three years. Firstly, a CL500.... ...and then an S320... I loved both of them. Loved how well put together they were. Loved the engines. Loved the comfort and kit. And regretted selling both once they weren't on the drive. So, as difficult a decision it has been to move the Maxima on, I decided to buy this beast of a car..... 1999 E55 AMG 161k miles 5.4 litre V8 I got it yesterday evening, and drove 50 miles to work and back today. Christ on a bike. Scalded cat or what!! A few pics after it's first wash.. It's got the usual W210 bodywork issues. Needs a bit of welding to the sills, and most panels have a bit of rust. All this will be taken care of, as my plan is to mint this one up, and keep it that way. More info in subsequent posts. Bit short of time tonight.
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Last Edit: Jun 20, 2017 21:09:28 GMT by Geordie
CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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Jun 20, 2017 20:23:01 GMT
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I don't think pSyCoSiS will mind me confirming that this has now been sold. To me!
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CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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Jun 19, 2017 20:49:55 GMT
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My new car arrived today, so make me an offer. I'm in the mood to be generous as I need some space.
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Last Edit: Jun 19, 2017 20:50:48 GMT by Geordie
CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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Jun 17, 2017 19:29:58 GMT
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Make me an offer guys. I'm a nice guy. I can only say no. Or yes!
New car arrives on Monday, so I could do with the space.
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CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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Jun 16, 2017 18:46:57 GMT
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I've bought another car, and I wish there was another way to make space, but with regret, this one is back up for sale.
Hit me with an offer guys. I'm all ears.
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CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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Love it. Cracking price too.
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CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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Awesome motor.
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CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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Very smart, and well priced.
Love an E46 2 door.
GLWS.
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CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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Great photos. Looks like a great event.
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CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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Hi, what is the mileage and when is the timing belt due? Mileage at last MOT (Sept '16) was 131,664
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CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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May 30, 2017 18:53:08 GMT
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Lovely, lovely.
I wish I'd kept my '96 Anni if this is what they are worth now. I think I sold mine for £500 about 4 years ago. About time the values reflect how good these cars are.
Good luck with the sale.
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Last Edit: May 30, 2017 18:53:31 GMT by Geordie
CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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Geordie
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May 22, 2017 19:41:19 GMT
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Loved my CL500. Best car I've ever had.... As said above, tons of car for tiny money.` Great car, good luck with the sale.
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CURRENT FLEET '99 Ford Mondeo Ghia X (60k miles) '99 Alfa 166 (3 litre V6, 89k miles) '01 Mini (#869) '06 Audi A6 (18 year old 'modern' daily)
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