I have been PM-ing about this car with X-Rays and I am interested. The only thing for me is I don't know one end of a spanner from another and have a limited budget. Does anyone on here offer any kind of support to fix things like this? You may have seen my separate post about wanting a Z for a Top Gear challenge, so need something in good working order to drive to Belgium and back in July. The only thing putting me off is my complete lack of mechanical understanding and a limited budget, plus I am in touch with Paddy about his project car which looks a great option...
For sale. E85 2007 2.5Si
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Wayo11 said:
I just PM'd him too as I would have taken it on to rescue and pass on if I had any faith in being able to shift it again.
However, depending where you are I'd happily help out. Obviously would cost you for parts and maybe a couple of beers for my troubles.
If you were able to get it to Norfolk and possibly leave it with me a week or two (or three) then maybe we could sort something.
When would you need it done by, as I'm celebrating my 60th year with early retirement and a few holidays. 8)
I realise the trip is July, but I'm assuming you would want a shakedown period before that?
Pondrew
Lifer
If I physically had the room to keep it somewhere (too many cars, not enough driveway and the garage is full of Z3 mess) I would buy this car and chuck it at Martin (enuff) to sort it out then enjoy it for the Summer(s).
I am surprised someone else on the forum hasn't already done this TBH.
I am surprised someone else on the forum hasn't already done this TBH.
Pondrew said:
Or of course, someone else of equal abilities (or greater) but thank you for the recommendation.
In fact there is a chance I may be fettling it to go on Wayo11's road trip.
Trouble is time and road tax is against us all to get a decision.
The mooted plan is for it to be purchased, brought to me, parts and a beer or two covered and a car sorted for a summer adventure.
Fingers crossed we can do this, but of course, it's not my money.......................
Wayo11 said:
If you are willing to learn then these are very easy cars to work on. A cheap code reader and a set of Halfords sockets and away you go.
Loads of information and guides for fixing things online with these cars as they have been around for a long time.
Plus if you’re doing a road trip you’ll want to take tools with you and an understanding on how your car works.
Well it seems a deal is done and this lovely looking car will be on my drive tomorrow, to be fettled ready for it's European adventure.
Janis (the seller) has let it be stolen from him in all honesty. Even to the extent of personally delivering it to my house from London!
I then have a bit of a deadline to get the issues fixed ready for Mark (new owner) to take it on his 'Top Gear' trip.
I'm loving the idea of this and the fact it kind of becomes a forum endeavour.
So chaps, when I inevitably ask for help, and possibly some spare parts, I'm hoping the forum spirit will continue and help us get this car on it's way to a date with the Spa circuit and hopefully a lap around it.
Janis (the seller) has let it be stolen from him in all honesty. Even to the extent of personally delivering it to my house from London!
I then have a bit of a deadline to get the issues fixed ready for Mark (new owner) to take it on his 'Top Gear' trip.
I'm loving the idea of this and the fact it kind of becomes a forum endeavour.
So chaps, when I inevitably ask for help, and possibly some spare parts, I'm hoping the forum spirit will continue and help us get this car on it's way to a date with the Spa circuit and hopefully a lap around it.