Westendlad
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Reg.......How do i find Christonabike without scrolling through 'billions' of threads also how do i pm him.....tried to pm you but ain't got a glue how to do it......Thanks in advance.
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westcountry_skyblue
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I have a 206 1.4 diesel,Bought it for £700 two years ago and its cost me £150 to get through an MOT.
Best car i've ever had Cheap insurance,Fantastic MPG and £30 a year tax.
It's done 168,000 miles now too!
Best car i've ever had Cheap insurance,Fantastic MPG and £30 a year tax.
It's done 168,000 miles now too!
RegTheDonk
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lol sorry mate im not sure with this new software, have reported this thread which hopefully will alert Nick hopefully he'll help you?
Houchens Head
Fairly well known member from Malvern
Go to "search" box (top tight of screen), type "christonabike". That will bring him up. Then click on his name. You should then see the option to "start a conversation"...............
Nick
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What he said!
On bayton road by the car wash they have a sport ka for about 500 I think it was. Only saw it while I got car cleaned but it looked tidy.
We'll_live_and_die
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Careful of sportkas. 1.6 motor that's not that economical.
Nick
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Ah isn't too bad if driving it ok, but I guess it's not the best!
trevelfarandwide
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Funny thing is, Rich, I cleared the tubes out and the washer jets were working, five minutes later they're on the blink again...could it be that there's a major gunk build-up in the washer tubes?
Sky Blue 1987
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I passed my test coming up to two years ago (at the age of 30) and managed to pick up a nice bmw 320d 52 plate for £1600. Depending on his age and experience I think they are solid cars, but I have a family so needed something big enough and half decent.
As I had only just passed my test my insurance started at £165 a month but it flew through it's first MOT and the second MOT I had to get the bushes replaced (along with the side arms as it works out cheaper in the long run) that cost me £300 including labour but i can't fault it for a first car and feel my kids are safer in it rather than a cheaply built KA etc. If it is a short term car for just him then I would probably go for half decent focus/golf etc
As I had only just passed my test my insurance started at £165 a month but it flew through it's first MOT and the second MOT I had to get the bushes replaced (along with the side arms as it works out cheaper in the long run) that cost me £300 including labour but i can't fault it for a first car and feel my kids are safer in it rather than a cheaply built KA etc. If it is a short term car for just him then I would probably go for half decent focus/golf etc
We'll_live_and_die
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Sounds like a typical Peugeot Citroen electrical gremlin to me mate.
trevelfarandwide
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Haha, yeah probably. Perhaps it'll decide when it wants to wash my frigging windscreen in it's own time.
Westendlad
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Hmmm did the above but when 'started a conversation' it wouldn't send and said ' Error...Please write a valid message'
Nick
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Did you write something in the title and message box?
Westendlad
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Was no option for message box just title then 2 options 'start conversation and preview'...
Westendlad
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The following error has occurred.........thats all i get on this shite site....
christonabike
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Right gents just let me know what you are looking for but avoid french cars as they are just not worth it when over ten years old.
I can come with any member on SBT and offer you my assistance if you see a car you fancy free of charge. Honda Toyota and Nissan are great chain driven cars offering good value but Im not one to pick them for you.
Having said that just PM me Ive got a few businesses going in that area inc engine diagnostics so I'm here to help!
I can come with any member on SBT and offer you my assistance if you see a car you fancy free of charge. Honda Toyota and Nissan are great chain driven cars offering good value but Im not one to pick them for you.
Having said that just PM me Ive got a few businesses going in that area inc engine diagnostics so I'm here to help!
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christonabike
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Thanks to Nick, Reg the Donk and The Royal Scam and all who have met me over the years.
Nick
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Thanks to Nick, Reg the Donk and The Royal Scam and all who have met me over the years.
Have I?
christonabike
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Ok you get my drift! If you have been in Jimmys bar (Jesus that didnt last long!) or had oil on your hands its usually me helping a random person out!
olderskyblue
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They're excellent, but a bit harsher on the road I think to the normal A5. I had an A6 3L Quattro a few years ago, and found driving the front wheel drives not so good after that. Spoilt me I think.
Edited to say I did 100k in 3 years with no problems at all in the A6. Guy who worked for me had the 2L avant and did 330k miles before it died. He only ever changed usual stuff, tyres brakes etc.
Nick
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It always scares me to see them with like 90k on the clock that I'm expecting the engine to go or something and it won't be a cheap fix.
Only looking at a 2008 or so so not silly money, just a bit of fun.
Keep finding loads of nice ones but instantly put off by mileage
olderskyblue
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It always scares me to see them with like 90k on the clock that I'm expecting the engine to go or something and it won't be a cheap fix.
Only looking at a 2008 or so so not silly money, just a bit of fun.
Keep finding loads of nice ones but instantly put off by mileage
If it's been serviced by a main dealer properly, then don't be.
Another mate bought a Mercedes with 480k miles on it..!, he reckoned the price he paid, he could drop a new engine in and still be quids in. Over 500k now and still going strong..
Nick
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Bloody hell, that's silly miles.
Might go and test drive a couple, just always worry about the engine dropping out after a week!
christonabike
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Audi BMW etc do the miles but a top tip is service history and spend a few hours on the owners club forums. Just look on the technical forums.
If manual the clutches tend to be £800 s throw do bear it in mind.
If manual the clutches tend to be £800 s throw do bear it in mind.
Nick
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Always do a bit of research first anyway just to see the common problems.
Will wait for a bit and test drive a couple to see if they are any good. Hopefully it won't have a stash of drugs in the back from it's last owner
Always prefer to buy from garages too, feels a bit safer than a private seller so at least if the engine falls out I can drive it through their front gate
Will wait for a bit and test drive a couple to see if they are any good. Hopefully it won't have a stash of drugs in the back from it's last owner
Always prefer to buy from garages too, feels a bit safer than a private seller so at least if the engine falls out I can drive it through their front gate
Westendlad
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After a focus or a golf up to 2 grand.......Any garages you could recommend please..
christonabike
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Take a gander on eBay or shop windows or supermarkets etc. Many a bargain to be had and if you see one you like they tend to be private owners and will accommodate you reference history and what money they have spent on it over the years.
Might do a write up on here for everyone from my 30 years experience if that's ok? Just tips on what to look out for and how to avoid rogue traders etc.
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That would indeed be handy!
Tend to go main dealer nowadays just because of being burned in my youth, and I know full well I pay a premium for that.
Westendlad
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Thanks will do and would look forward to reading your 30 yrs experience.
Houchens Head
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My last car was a Ford Focus. I had it from new for three years and when I got rid, it had only done 9584 miles. Biggest heap of shit I've ever had. I would NEVER have another Ford! I now drive a new Skoda Yeti. Fantastic car!