Thinking of selling
Discussion
Discopotatoes said:
macdeb said:
Hoofa said:
No way your selling it 
, it's part of you ! , I sometimes think the same too like every year there is always something to do, one blast in the spring and I think I have missed this. It's bit like a motorbike, you might not always use it but it just has to be there in the garage !!!
Thanks Nigel, I can assure you it is not going to be the easiest of decisions. Got home tonight , sat in garage with a beer (as you do) and just looked at it. Sad to some maybe,,,,,,,,, But sure you understand , it's part of you ! , I sometimes think the same too like every year there is always something to do, one blast in the spring and I think I have missed this. It's bit like a motorbike, you might not always use it but it just has to be there in the garage !!! 
maybe you should have opened the garage doors and taken it for a blast?
macdeb said:
Discopotatoes said:
macdeb said:
Hoofa said:
No way your selling it , it's part of you ! , I sometimes think the same too like every year there is always something to do, one blast in the spring and I think I have missed this. It's bit like a motorbike, you might not always use it but it just has to be there in the garage !!!
Thanks Nigel, I can assure you it is not going to be the easiest of decisions. Got home tonight , sat in garage with a beer (as you do) and just looked at it. Sad to some maybe,,,,,,,,, But sure you understand , it's part of you ! , I sometimes think the same too like every year there is always something to do, one blast in the spring and I think I have missed this. It's bit like a motorbike, you might not always use it but it just has to be there in the garage !!! maybe you should have opened the garage doors and taken it for a blast?
My cars nearly finished so theres another reason for you to keep yours we need to meet up at shaky
ChilliWhizz said:
Apparently however, new TVR will be made from cardboard....
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
The ultimate stress for owners who fret about there car! They can't take it out in the rain AND they can't wash it all the time...http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
TV8 said:
ChilliWhizz said:
Apparently however, new TVR will be made from cardboard....
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
The ultimate stress for owners who fret about there car! They can't take it out in the rain AND they can't wash it all the time...http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
After the initial impact with the telegraph pole the new TVR was then unfortunately left out in the rain.
TV8 said:
ChilliWhizz said:
Apparently however, new TVR will be made from cardboard....
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
The ultimate stress for owners who fret about there car! They can't take it out in the rain AND they can't wash it all the time...http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
The power of PH? Well it seems there is already considerable interest in my car despite me only 'thinking' of selling. Two enquiries seem genuine, not so sure about the others, but,,,, who knows? (any test pilots will be sussed). It really is turning out to be a very difficult decision and I've been talking to 'my Deb' for some time about it, aswell as losing sleep and it looks as though we are coming down on the side of sell. I say this with a very heavy heart and it has not been taken lightly.
Just timing now I suppose but I don't relish the thought of sifting through add's, calls, wheeler dealer's etc. Just hope that someone appreciates the work and thought put into trying to achieve a 'factory' look as far as upgrades go rather than just chucking money at it and hoping for the best.
To be continued,,,,,,,,,,,,
Just timing now I suppose but I don't relish the thought of sifting through add's, calls, wheeler dealer's etc. Just hope that someone appreciates the work and thought put into trying to achieve a 'factory' look as far as upgrades go rather than just chucking money at it and hoping for the best.
To be continued,,,,,,,,,,,,
You've got to do what's right for you (2). What you've achieved is nothing short of fantastic and that knowledge and the level of appreciation expressed by other true enthusiasts about your creation can never be taken away from you mate. So ffs do what makes you happy, you only live once (although I got away with it!) and most of all enjoy life, cos it's for living and when you scratch the surface it's actually a hell of a ride!
Mac, I know we've been through this, but your budget will get a really nice 4.3 Vantage, question is, have you driven one yet? It is possible that despite all the things that make the Vantage such a stunning piece of kit, you might feel completely underwhelmed with it on the road... you may feel that the driving experience doesn't live up to your expectations... rose tints and all that.. I cannot emphasise enough how important it is to try one (or two) properly... before putting the Chimaera up for sale... They can be made to go alot quicker, but performance mods for these cars are horrendously expensive, and not really DIY jobs.. The later 4.7 has a fair bit more oomph, but still has the price tag to match. DB9 (V12) is an option, but again driving one is the only way to know...
When I bought beastie I put a deposit down... without ever having driven a Chimaera before, but in retrospect it was more luck than judgement that made it a good decision!
Offer to drive mine is of course still open...
Note: The above offer only applies to Mac
Chilli
When I bought beastie I put a deposit down... without ever having driven a Chimaera before, but in retrospect it was more luck than judgement that made it a good decision!
Offer to drive mine is of course still open...
Note: The above offer only applies to Mac
Chilli
ChilliWhizz said:
Mac, I know we've been through this, but your budget will get a really nice 4.3 Vantage, question is, have you driven one yet? It is possible that despite all the things that make the Vantage such a stunning piece of kit, you might feel completely underwhelmed with it on the road... you may feel that the driving experience doesn't live up to your expectations... rose tints and all that.. I cannot emphasise enough how important it is to try one (or two) properly... before putting the Chimaera up for sale... They can be made to go alot quicker, but performance mods for these cars are horrendously expensive, and not really DIY jobs.. The later 4.7 has a fair bit more oomph, but still has the price tag to match. DB9 (V12) is an option, but again driving one is the only way to know...
When I bought beastie I put a deposit down... without ever having driven a Chimaera before, but in retrospect it was more luck than judgement that made it a good decision!
Offer to drive mine is of course still open...
Note: The above offer only applies to Mac
Totally agree Chilli, a good test drive to make sure its what Mac really wants and will be happy with.
Chilli
When I bought beastie I put a deposit down... without ever having driven a Chimaera before, but in retrospect it was more luck than judgement that made it a good decision!
Offer to drive mine is of course still open...
Note: The above offer only applies to Mac
Totally agree Chilli, a good test drive to make sure its what Mac really wants and will be happy with.
Chilli
ChilliWhizz said:
Mac, I know we've been through this, but your budget will get a really nice 4.3 Vantage, question is, have you driven one yet? It is possible that despite all the things that make the Vantage such a stunning piece of kit, you might feel completely underwhelmed with it on the road... you may feel that the driving experience doesn't live up to your expectations... rose tints and all that.. I cannot emphasise enough how important it is to try one (or two) properly... before putting the Chimaera up for sale... They can be made to go alot quicker, but performance mods for these cars are horrendously expensive, and not really DIY jobs.. The later 4.7 has a fair bit more oomph, but still has the price tag to match. DB9 (V12) is an option, but again driving one is the only way to know...
When I bought beastie I put a deposit down... without ever having driven a Chimaera before, but in retrospect it was more luck than judgement that made it a good decision!
Offer to drive mine is of course still open...
Note: The above offer only applies to Mac
Chilli
Hi Richard, cheers mate. Thing is I may have to shelve that idea as I've had a shock bill via the accountant and didn't realise quite the mess the company is in. I'll PM rather than hang washing out.When I bought beastie I put a deposit down... without ever having driven a Chimaera before, but in retrospect it was more luck than judgement that made it a good decision!
Offer to drive mine is of course still open...
Note: The above offer only applies to Mac
Chilli
Richard 858 said:
You've got to do what's right for you (2). What you've achieved is nothing short of fantastic and that knowledge and the level of appreciation expressed by other true enthusiasts about your creation can never be taken away from you mate. So ffs do what makes you happy, you only live once (although I got away with it!) and most of all enjoy life, cos it's for living and when you scratch the surface it's actually a hell of a ride!
Hiya bloke, thanks for kind thoughts mate. I hope your health is improving all the time. Must have a chat sometime 
So, how would you word an ad'? It's been a long time since I've sold a car. The last was Debs Alfa of which Neal bought off me and before that it was my first Griffith which sold to the first viewer. After that my second Griffith was part exchanged for a T350 and my present Chimeara was taken in part exchange against my T350 so I'm out of practice a bit. My R1 Yamaha was sold previous to first Griffith and I remember the guy who travelled some distance took one look and said, "f
kin' 'ell, I'll have it" similar happened to my previous GSXR [they were a bit special]. I just don't relish the calls like, "how much will you take for it" without even seeing it because I will put the phone down with a 'fk off'. I just want to price fairly and have an easy sale as I can't stand the bartering bks. Though usually in the past when I have sold anything they see and buy. But with the advent of Mike Brewer and the likes it seems insult is normal nowadays.
kin' 'ell, I'll have it" similar happened to my previous GSXR [they were a bit special]. I just don't relish the calls like, "how much will you take for it" without even seeing it because I will put the phone down with a 'fk off'. I just want to price fairly and have an easy sale as I can't stand the bartering bks. Though usually in the past when I have sold anything they see and buy. But with the advent of Mike Brewer and the likes it seems insult is normal nowadays. Edited by macdeb on Tuesday 7th February 17:04
Edited by macdeb on Tuesday 7th February 17:05
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