Finally joining you

Finally joining you

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Derek 111S

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103 posts

240 months

Saturday 25th May 2013
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I'm a long time lurker who's finally made the move over to Aston, after a decade with various Lotus (Numerous Elises, a 340R, Exige, an Elan and 2 Evoras).

I collected my 4.3 from Rodger and Stuart at Murray Aston in Edinburgh, who were an absolute pleasure to deal with, sourcing the right car for me; a 14,000 mile 2007 coupe with a decent spec. If there's anyone else in Fife, do say hello.

In line with forum etiquette, I've already removed the front plinth and fuse 22, and fitted a much shorter aerial. I've also been in touch with Tony about radio and sat nav knobs, and will be looking for more contemporary wheels. Don't switch off though; I shall not be starting a 10 page thread on what looks best.

And the car? Well, apologies to Yeti, as it's one of the 50 shades of grey; Titanium silver. Hopefully the caspian blue interior will bring some redemption.

Finally, as required, I attach a few photos. Not the best quality as they are from my phone.









Derek

yeti

10,523 posts

275 months

Saturday 25th May 2013
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Congrats, she's a beaut. Any sign of good weather up there yet to have some fun? cloud9

Oh, and I lurrrrve Caspian Blue leather yes

Jockman

17,917 posts

160 months

Saturday 25th May 2013
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Just what the forum needs - another Jock biggrin

Welcome Derek, great to have you on board. My WiFi in Snowdonia is blocking your pics so apologies but I'm sure she's a beaute..

Funny that a recent thread has lambasted the Edinburgh dealer and its monopolistic position - funny how people have different perspectives smile

v12woollie

4,363 posts

145 months

Saturday 25th May 2013
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Congratulations. That is a lovely colour. Clear lights would look stunning on your car.

Jon39

12,820 posts

143 months

Saturday 25th May 2013
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What a beauty. I like your colour choice. I am sure that you will enjoy 'the whole Aston experience'.

Some on here have boats, but do you have your own car park?

No jokes please about no one else will pay to park. wink

CPBRI

392 posts

149 months

Saturday 25th May 2013
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beer

Derek 111S

Original Poster:

103 posts

240 months

Saturday 25th May 2013
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Thanks Guys.

Yeti - Aston seem to in a minority when it comes to making blue interiors tasteful, and since I decided to go for a coupe not a roadster the skys have been clear.

Jockman - I can only assume you are doing missionary work in Snowdonia. biggrin

Woollie - I think N400 wheels and sills along with a 6-bar grille will be my first changes.

Jon - not sure if you'll believe me when I say that was a multi in central Glasgow just before 8 am on Friday.

Jockman

17,917 posts

160 months

Saturday 25th May 2013
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Derek 111S said:
Jockman - I can only assume you are doing missionary work in Snowdonia. biggrin
In about twenty minutes, Mon ami smile

Little Donkey

1,544 posts

141 months

Sunday 26th May 2013
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v12woollie said:
Congratulations. That is a lovely colour. Clear lights would look stunning on your car.
Agreed. Clear lights is definitely the way to go. Mind mind seeing a couple of shots of the interior??

Enjoy!!

kalibre46

278 posts

131 months

Sunday 26th May 2013
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Lovely car. Can't wait to see the interior. smile

Wobbly

550 posts

173 months

Sunday 26th May 2013
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Keep the red rear light, it's a great contrast with the Titanium Silver.

Sportspack wheels will look fantastic on your car.


MollyGTi

2,358 posts

154 months

Sunday 26th May 2013
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Welcome to the forum, congratulations on the car - very nice indeed! Enjoy smile

davidexige

483 posts

206 months

Sunday 26th May 2013
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Congratulations Derek she’s a cracking looking car thumbup. I’m up towards Arbroath so not too far from you so we might bump into each other.
I like the line-up of your previous cars, I’ve also had an Elise and S1 Exige. Do you frequent Scottishelises at all? I still post on there occasionally, though I’ve been without a Lotus for a few years now.

steveatesh

4,897 posts

164 months

Sunday 26th May 2013
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Welcome ad lovely car. Enjoy it! Looks like you have a massive garage there too....;)

F1 NDW

1,116 posts

146 months

Sunday 26th May 2013
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steveatesh said:
Welcome ad lovely car. Enjoy it! Looks like you have a massive garage there too....;)
Nice motor and the best parked Aston I've ever seen!

JohnG1

3,471 posts

205 months

Sunday 26th May 2013
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Beautiful car!

My first Aston Martin was titanium silver. I never saw one with anything other than black interior.

So - can we get some interior shots?

Excellent colour selection

cardigankid

8,849 posts

212 months

Sunday 26th May 2013
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Wobbly said:
Keep the red rear light, it's a great contrast with the Titanium Silver.

Sportspack wheels will look fantastic on your car.
I thought that it was difficult to source the Sportpack wheels?

PS Stunning looking car - Titanium is lovely, subtle but very aston - wouldn't mind seeing pictures of the interior.

Wobbly

550 posts

173 months

Sunday 26th May 2013
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cardigankid said:
I thought that it was difficult to source the Sportpack wheels?

PS Stunning looking car - Titanium is lovely, subtle but very aston - wouldn't mind seeing pictures of the interior.
Not difficult to source the wheels, just expensive.

And as Derek mentioned N400 wheels, which is what the sportspack wheels are, I thought I would agree. And they do look good on a Titanium car.


slippery

14,093 posts

239 months

Sunday 26th May 2013
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Congratulations! A very different car to a Lotus, but I'm sure you'll love it. smile

mikey k

13,011 posts

216 months

Sunday 26th May 2013
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Jockman said:
Just what the forum needs - a true Jock biggrin
hehe Derek that looks really nice unusual colour combination as well.
Glad to see forum etiquette has been followed wink