Wayne2015 10 Posted June 10, 2015 Did you actually view this car prior to buying it dude?! The amount of problems you've had - I accept some are bad luck, but surely some of these issues you would have noticed during the viewing! I am one of those numpty who just see it and went WOW! Seriously Did the basics Drove for miles on test drive Tested handbrake all miles etc etc And NOTHING went wrong (apart from poor bodywork) Didnt stall once! Except once on return trip ... What can I say? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted June 10, 2015 Been on diet for over 12months now.. ..lost 2st Today, SOD it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
g0ldf1ng3r 13 Posted June 10, 2015 I am one of those numpty who just see it and went WOW! Seriously Did the basics Drove for miles on test drive Tested handbrake all miles etc etc And NOTHING went wrong (apart from poor bodywork) Didnt stall once! Except once on return trip ... What can I say? i guess we all learn from experience wayne. next time viewing a car take a mechanic with you or spend more time looking at it / underneath it than driving it ;) seriously though, if you really are in it for nearly 6K then surely it has to be kept rather than flushing that money down the drain. yes it may take more money to get it to the condition of a 6K rado BUT lots of the hard work has been done already. it would be very easy to sell this one, wait a while to get over the shock, buy a replacement & then find it needs most of what you did to this one done as well Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
g0ldf1ng3r 13 Posted June 10, 2015 Been on diet for over 12months now.. ..lost 2st Today, SOD it! MMMMM now that's the best post you have put on here for ages!! ;) lol well done on the weight loss, savour your treat m8 :D Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chuggs1 10 Posted June 10, 2015 Been on diet for over 12months now.. ..lost 2st Today, SOD it! Arghhhh - now im hungry! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZpog 10 Posted June 10, 2015 Been on diet for over 12months now.. ..lost 2st Today, SOD it! I've not been on a diet, but have another hour till lunch and could demolish that right now.....might have to lick the screen.:bonk: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted June 10, 2015 i guess we all learn from experience wayne. next time viewing a car take a mechanic with you or spend more time looking at it / underneath it than driving it ;) seriously though, if you really are in it for nearly 6K then surely it has to be kept rather than flushing that money down the drain. yes it may take more money to get it to the condition of a 6K rado BUT lots of the hard work has been done already. it would be very easy to sell this one, wait a while to get over the shock, buy a replacement & then find it needs most of what you did to this one done as well I agree It does feel like literally flushing £6k down the drain by selling. But I think i rather cut my losses now and start to look forward to the day of buying a MINT low mileage one ...did someone say £6k for a MINT one??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted June 10, 2015 I've not been on a diet, but have another hour till lunch and could demolish that right now.....might have to lick the screen.:bonk: Lol U know the area - go and get one in the Granary now!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
g0ldf1ng3r 13 Posted June 10, 2015 I agree It does feel like literally flushing £6k down the drain by selling. But I think i rather cut my losses now and start to look forward to the day of buying a MINT low mileage one ...did someone say £6k for a MINT one??? sounds good in principle wayne BUT even a mint low miler is likely to need lots of £'s spent on it if it is low miles, even if very well maintained, things like rubbers on running gear, gaitors, rear beam bushes etc etc all deteriorate with lack of use unless you buy one that has been sat in an air conditioned, humidity controlled bubble & greased & lube'd every few months old cars will ALWAYS need something replacing / refreshing plus, as you have experience with this one things can look ok on the surface but when you delve in there may be bodge's galore as i say i understand your predicament & empathise with it m8 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZpog 10 Posted June 10, 2015 Hang onto it Wayne, there can't be anything left to go wrong. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
delfinis38 1 Posted June 10, 2015 wayne was this part of the diet too.... if so might have to try the diet out. http://the-corrado.net/showthread.php?90111-CCGB-AGM-April-26th-2015/page6&highlight=gaydon also lost count of the amount of fish and chips you've had too :) don't sell the white beast. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted June 10, 2015 sounds good in principle wayne BUT even a mint low miler is likely to need lots of £'s spent on it if it is low miles, even if very well maintained, things like rubbers on running gear, gaitors, rear beam bushes etc etc all deteriorate with lack of use unless you buy one that has been sat in an air conditioned, humidity controlled bubble & greased & lube'd every few months old cars will ALWAYS need something replacing / refreshing plus, as you have experience with this one things can look ok on the surface but when you delve in there may be bodge's galore as i say i understand your predicament & empathise with it m8 Cheers bud Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted June 10, 2015 Hang onto it Wayne, there can't be anything left to go wrong. U wana bet??? :lol: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted June 10, 2015 (edited) wayne was this part of the diet too.... if so might have to try the diet out. http://the-corrado.net/showthread.php?90111-CCGB-AGM-April-26th-2015/page6&highlight=gaydon also lost count of the amount of fish and chips you've had too :) don't sell the white beast. Yup! :dance: :lol: Diet is simple: what u put in, is what u get :lol: And MOST IMPORTANT everyone is different! My diet: 1. 6 days a week - 5mins rowing (i have a rower at home) 2. 6 days a week - 25mins cardio (i do ShaunT s T25 - water downed version of Insanity) Food wise - i eat the same food as before ... BUT reduce the portion size and frequency. So like that breakfast buffet? I used to go say 6 times a year - now i go twice. I used to go for 10 rounds of bacon, sausages etc. - now only go for 4. It simply common sense. Eat the amount u burn - or just above so u dont gain weight etc If u go without the diet - then keep it under a month. So if u go on a 2 weeks hols and not stuck to diet thats fine. As your body still have a high metabolism - but if u stop dieting for more than 4 weeks - then u start to gain fat .... :eek: :shocked!: U can be picky with food Or lose a stone a month Or count calories I cant be bother and want a maintainable diet with little change in my lifestyle. So, Literally an hour at home exercise (including shower) And losing slowly 3-4lbs a month is good for me :thumbleft: And its FREE after initial outlay :dance: That s just my experience! Am sure fitness fanatics, weight watchers, atkinson s dieters, 5:2 dieters etc have different opinions ... Edited June 10, 2015 by Wayne2015 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
g0ldf1ng3r 13 Posted June 10, 2015 can we change your thread title to the below pls wayne White VR6 in Windy Yorkshire! :) - Diet advice now included free of charge ;) PMSL Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tigerfish 10 Posted June 10, 2015 My advice re: keeping or selling, is sell. If you don't want to spend more, then don't. It is easy to get caught up in the Corrado forum enthusiasm to stick with it no matter what, but if it isn't what you want to do anymore, it is better to call it a day IMO. I'd also say, that if you plan to go for another one some time down the road, I wouldn't unless you teach yourself to be a spanner monkey. The 270 you are about to spend on brake pipes and fluid, is about £20 in parts, maybe £50 outlay initially on tools, so a DIY job for a quarter of the price. I spent a weekend doing all mine a few weeks back, not a totally fun weekend, but very satisfying once finished. I've always worked on the principle that if it costs more for parts and most importantly tools, than getting a garage to do it, then get them to do it. If not, it's a DIY job and everyone is a winner, especially the bank balance. If you've got equally minded mates near by, it gets even easier/cheaper when you can pool resources and tools. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted June 10, 2015 can we change your thread title to the below pls wayne White VR6 in Windy Yorkshire! :) - Diet advice now included free of charge ;) PMSL Absolutely! May i suggest add to the end "optional PREMIUM 121 diet consultation available at discounted members rate!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
g0ldf1ng3r 13 Posted June 10, 2015 Absolutely! May i suggest add to the end "optional PREMIUM 121 diet consultation available at discounted members rate!" ha ha ha im glad to see you haven't lost your sense of humour m8! :D Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted June 10, 2015 My advice re: keeping or selling, is sell. If you don't want to spend more, then don't. It is easy to get caught up in the Corrado forum enthusiasm to stick with it no matter what, but if it isn't what you want to do anymore, it is better to call it a day IMO. I'd also say, that if you plan to go for another one some time down the road, I wouldn't unless you teach yourself to be a spanner monkey. The 270 you are about to spend on brake pipes and fluid, is about £20 in parts, maybe £50 outlay initially on tools, so a DIY job for a quarter of the price. I spent a weekend doing all mine a few weeks back, not a totally fun weekend, but very satisfying once finished. I've always worked on the principle that if it costs more for parts and most importantly tools, than getting a garage to do it, then get them to do it. If not, it's a DIY job and everyone is a winner, especially the bank balance. If you've got equally minded mates near by, it gets even easier/cheaper when you can pool resources and tools. Totally agree, Tiger Thanks! :thumbleft: I would still get one And try my hands on too! But without a garage nor a drive nor a 2nd car to fall back on - This is other factors now forces a sale ... :( Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted June 10, 2015 ha ha ha im glad to see you haven't lost your sense of humour m8! :D Moi? Never! (Wayne slips a couple of sleeping pills ...) :lol: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZpog 10 Posted June 10, 2015 I'll give a £1K for it Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted June 10, 2015 I'll give a £1K for it Tempting .... Is that BEFORE or AFTER i pay the garage £500+ ??? :lol: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZpog 10 Posted June 10, 2015 Tempting .... Is that BEFORE or AFTER i pay the garage £500+ ??? :lol: Did you need to ask, I'm from Yorkshire. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted June 10, 2015 Did you need to ask, I'm from Yorkshire. I had too coz i yorkshire too - lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dox 22 Posted June 10, 2015 My advice re: keeping or selling, is sell. If you don't want to spend more, then don't. It is easy to get caught up in the Corrado forum enthusiasm to stick with it no matter what, but if it isn't what you want to do anymore, it is better to call it a day IMO. I'd also say, that if you plan to go for another one some time down the road, I wouldn't unless you teach yourself to be a spanner monkey. The 270 you are about to spend on brake pipes and fluid, is about £20 in parts, maybe £50 outlay initially on tools, so a DIY job for a quarter of the price. I spent a weekend doing all mine a few weeks back, not a totally fun weekend, but very satisfying once finished. I've always worked on the principle that if it costs more for parts and most importantly tools, than getting a garage to do it, then get them to do it. If not, it's a DIY job and everyone is a winner, especially the bank balance. If you've got equally minded mates near by, it gets even easier/cheaper when you can pool resources and tools. I agree totally, these are quite simple cars to work on compared with modern stuff, every day is a school day and what you learn today you'll benefit from another day. A good way of learning is to take something apart that doesn't matter if you dont put it back together again, I'd recommend buying a car to break it for spares for this reason. This is the type of car you should have bought http://the-corrado.net/showthread.php?90370-Corrado-VR6-Satin-silver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
