Best of the Bargain Basement Vol. 2

[V8RX7]

snotrag said:

Well here we go.

Hi,

I saw you mention they have an LSD.

My Dad just bought a similar one as a snotter.

I drove it after he complained that it's lethal if you accelerate hard out of a junction whilst turning and I was shiocked how bad it is - I thought it was fault - I'm now wondering if it's the diff.

Does yours do similar ?

[snotrag]

V8RX7 said:

Hi,

I saw you mention they have an LSD.

My Dad just bought a similar one as a snotter.

I drove it after he complained that it's lethal if you accelerate hard out of a junction whilst turning and I was shiocked how bad it is - I thought it was fault - I'm now wondering if it's the diff.

Does yours do similar ?

Given the current mismatch of Bridgestone/Landsail on the front - it does have very good traction at the front. Which means that yes it may fell a bit odd if your not used to a car that really pulls through its front wheels. LSD is on the 1.8 VTi models so if its that hes got, I suspect its just what I describe.

[noell35]

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2014...

Are these any good?

[31mph]

I know this thread goes through many volvos, but this one looks lovely...

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2014...

[nagsheadwarrior]

noell35 said:

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2014...

Are these any good?

Epic engine,gorgeous styling and if hes not a trader then the sight of a gravel driveway normally only reserved for the 5-15k thread should seel the deal!

Just make sure the hoooge bills include a belt change.

[andy43]

Proper estate here for £700. V8, auto, 4wd, MOT, possible low miles (part history) - Shiny Disco Balls

[noell35]

nagsheadwarrior said:

noell35 said:

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2014...

Are these any good?

Epic engine,gorgeous styling and if hes not a trader then the sight of a gravel driveway normally only reserved for the 5-15k thread should seel the deal!

Just make sure the hoooge bills include a belt change.

The first part of the bill has a timing belt kit.

[radiodanno]

^it'll be a man with bigger plums than I that buys that.

One of the PH writers estimated a realistic 50p a mile to run one of these. Therefore it'll also be a man with bigger pockets than I that buys that.

Love them though.

[V8RX7]

snotrag said:

V8RX7 said:

Hi,

I saw you mention they have an LSD.

My Dad just bought a similar one as a snotter.

I drove it after he complained that it's lethal if you accelerate hard out of a junction whilst turning and I was shiocked how bad it is - I thought it was fault - I'm now wondering if it's the diff.

Does yours do similar ?

Given the current mismatch of Bridgestone/Landsail on the front - it does have very good traction at the front. Which means that yes it may fell a bit odd if your not used to a car that really pulls through its front wheels. LSD is on the 1.8 VTi models so if its that hes got, I suspect its just what I describe.

God no - it's not got good traction.

Dad thinks it's torque steer but I've had far more powerful FWD cars that don't do this and it's fine in a straight line.

If you turn the wheel as you're exiting a junction and then accelerate you'd better be holding the wheel with both hands because it will wrench it to full lock as it accelerates.

[SuperHangOn]

radiodanno said:

^it'll be a man with bigger plums than I that buys that.

One of the PH writers estimated a realistic 50p a mile to run one of these. Therefore it'll also be a man with bigger pockets than I that buys that.

Love them though.

The disco? I've been mad enough to buy 2 of those - both nice, low milers.

They did 14mpg, however or wherever I drove. They were usually on an AA flatbed so it didn't really matter though.

[radiodanno]

Talk to me about cool estates.

It needs to be big, bargain basement and fit my surfy/outdoor image. (!)

I loved that Volvo 960 earlier this year but Glasgow was just too ruddy far for a £900 car. Any other suggestions? Also, I'd like to realistically hit 35mpg.

[Usget]

radiodanno said:

Talk to me about cool estates.

It needs to be big, bargain basement and fit my surfy/outdoor image. (!)

I loved that Volvo 960 earlier this year but Glasgow was just too ruddy far for a £900 car. Any other suggestions? Also, I'd like to realistically hit 35mpg.

Old Passat TDI estate, some banded steelies, and some coilovers?

[snotrag]

radiodanno said:

Talk to me about cool estates.

It needs to be big, bargain basement and fit my surfy/outdoor image. (!)

Xantia estate. Massive, cheap, super comfy. Good old fashioned diesel engines.

Or theres a few Subaru Legacy estates on ebay, dead slow 2 ltr ones but should make for a right old battlebus with 4wd party piece in thr winter. The low powered ones MIGHT do 35mpg? Dunno.

[Rollcage]

snotrag said:

radiodanno said:

Talk to me about cool estates.

It needs to be big, bargain basement and fit my surfy/outdoor image. (!)

Xantia estate. Massive, cheap, super comfy. Good old fashioned diesel engines.

Or theres a few Subaru Legacy estates on ebay, dead slow 2 ltr ones but should make for a right old battlebus with 4wd party piece in thr winter. The low powered ones MIGHT do 35mpg? Dunno.

IME the non-turbos are nearly as bad on fuel as the turbos. Certainly not GOOD on fuel, at any rate!

[mattman]

Calling all shedding beards........

I'm having a change of heart and looking for a new motor in BB terrority (may even a little above - say up to 2k)

I want a 4x seater cabrio, but trying to get something that could be/looks like an appreciating, considered choice rather than a total turd. I know trying to get as original as possible is key to this!
Dpn't care what engine, what fuel, what colour - just 4x seats, soft top and auto.

My shortlist is quite short after a good look around the usual sites - so what do i need to be checking on the following?

E36 Cab - 323 or 328
CLK 200,230,320 (W201) - Rust, rust and rust i know
Saab 93 - either late 02/03 plate or newer shape
Audi A4 (if I can find one in the price range)

[kiethton]

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VOLVO-CONVERTIBLE-SOFT-T...

Volvo C70 T5 (make sure its manual like the above!)

[MyNameIsNotBob]

Seems a bargain especially when new.
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2014...

[MyNameIsNotBob]

mattman said:

Calling all shedding beards........

I'm having a change of heart and looking for a new motor in BB terrority (may even a little above - say up to 2k)

I want a 4x seater cabrio, but trying to get something that could be/looks like an appreciating, considered choice rather than a total turd. I know trying to get as original as possible is key to this!
Dpn't care what engine, what fuel, what colour - just 4x seats, soft top and auto.

My shortlist is quite short after a good look around the usual sites - so what do i need to be checking on the following?

E36 Cab - 323 or 328
CLK 200,230,320 (W201) - Rust, rust and rust i know
Saab 93 - either late 02/03 plate or newer shape
Audi A4 (if I can find one in the price range)

Easily the saab.

[kiethton]

MyNameIsNotBob said:

Seems a bargain especially when new.
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2014...

^^^^^^^

Not quite in budget (<£1k) but can see why it'd appeal to some...

Would have to pay me to drive it however....

[MyNameIsNotBob]

I'll take that into mind.