Discussion
OK, so heres one for you. I have my 350i, high(ish) miles, not the cleanest wedge in the world but I use it for everyday transport. Have had the little monster for some time and STILL get a buzz driving her. So, to the dilemma. Do I stop shaking her to pieces on Mr Bliars wonderfully smooth roads (and putting 10K miles on her every year) or semi-retire the old beast and just use for fun? Alternatively (and my preferred option) wait until BBWF, get Mrs Flattyland surrounded by other wedgeheads, use the 350 for everyday transport and convince her that we dont need a bigger house, but must have a (just for fun) bigger wedge!?!
How many owners has she had, does she need touching up, and is the suspension knackered?
I think you're to be applauded for using your wedge everyday, wish I could but commuting to the city 2 or 3 times a week and with 4 kids to pick up from time to time it just aint possible.
However, from your post it sounds to me that you could use a change to a new wedge (which I guess would be to a bigger wedge) then you'd have all the thrill of a new car + the grin factor you're used to. I think it is possible even with a TVR to get in a rut, just ask Rev!
I think you're to be applauded for using your wedge everyday, wish I could but commuting to the city 2 or 3 times a week and with 4 kids to pick up from time to time it just aint possible.
However, from your post it sounds to me that you could use a change to a new wedge (which I guess would be to a bigger wedge) then you'd have all the thrill of a new car + the grin factor you're used to. I think it is possible even with a TVR to get in a rut, just ask Rev!
flattyland said:
OK, so heres one for you. I have my 350i, high(ish) miles, not the cleanest wedge in the world but I use it for everyday transport. Have had the little monster for some time and STILL get a buzz driving her. So, to the dilemma. Do I stop shaking her to pieces on Mr Bliars wonderfully smooth roads (and putting 10K miles on her every year) or semi-retire the old beast and just use for fun? Alternatively (and my preferred option) wait until BBWF, get Mrs Flattyland surrounded by other wedgeheads, use the 350 for everyday transport and convince her that we dont need a bigger house, but must have a (just for fun) bigger wedge!?!
I have the same dilemma - Use mine everyday - Love it etc. But want a mint SEAC ( as long as the heater is better than mine)The wife wants me to have a new MR2 which I must admit to liking but would need one for each foot!! Taking her to BBWF for some brainwashing.
flattyland said:
OK, so heres one for you. I have my 350i, high(ish) miles, not the cleanest wedge in the world but I use it for everyday transport. Have had the little monster for some time and STILL get a buzz driving her. So, to the dilemma. Do I stop shaking her to pieces on Mr Bliars wonderfully smooth roads (and putting 10K miles on her every year) or semi-retire the old beast and just use for fun? Alternatively (and my preferred option) wait until BBWF, get Mrs Flattyland surrounded by other wedgeheads, use the 350 for everyday transport and convince her that we dont need a bigger house, but must have a (just for fun) bigger wedge!?!
BBW fest should sort it.
I have come to the conclusion that the bigger the house, the more junk is aquired and hidden away in the rooms. Or rather acording to the missis its junk. Some of it has to be hidden in the attic to avoid being ejected. Amstrad, Amiga, 4 tons of old scholl books etc.
AM400 said:
jmorgan said:
4 tons of old scholl books etc.
Didnt know you had a foot fetish Jeff
Andy
Didn't lern much at scholl...What I have found though, through my old scholl books, is the various wallpapers my parents used over the years......work it out.
>> Edited by jmorgan on Wednesday 3rd March 21:35
>> Edited by jmorgan on Wednesday 3rd March 21:36
Just got back to check this thread and I must say youre all bl**dy !! However, very welcome after a 2-day business trip to Notts. The small amount of real advice there was useful. As for the wife, apart from a bit of tightening on the upholstery, I'll think I'll keep her Definitely need a bigger wedge tho... And as for living in a shoebox? You were lucky. We lived in t'rolled-up newspaper in t'bottom of t'septic tank....
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