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Right oh then chaps, expecting some stick for this perhaps, but here goes...
Soon I will be selling one of the MG Midgets, and will hopefuly have between 4 and 5 grand available.
First purchase will be a Mk1 MR2 'for the Mrs' - say about 2 to 2.5 grand. She has clear list of wants:- Quickish(for her...), 2 seats, power steering, leccy windows, pop-up lights(!). Plus I have always wanted one.
But not sure what to get myself. Want something roomy for two - need to be able to sleep in car (no, not for
ya smutty gits) but don't need 4 seats. Should have a decent size boot. Needs to be relatively quick, RWD or 4WD, good for long distances (but mpg not important). But most of all want something a little different. And faster is better 
So far thinking of a Nissan 200SX. Also on list XR4x4, BMW 325 (Touring?), Celica GT4, Supra 3.0
I know its not much cash (saving for wedding as well), but any other ideas? Throw anything in...
EDIT: I know type AW11 MR2s don't have power steering, but she will never notice :-)
Cheers, Phil
>>> Edited by filmidget on Monday 4th March 21:16
Soon I will be selling one of the MG Midgets, and will hopefuly have between 4 and 5 grand available.
First purchase will be a Mk1 MR2 'for the Mrs' - say about 2 to 2.5 grand. She has clear list of wants:- Quickish(for her...), 2 seats, power steering, leccy windows, pop-up lights(!). Plus I have always wanted one.
But not sure what to get myself. Want something roomy for two - need to be able to sleep in car (no, not for
ya smutty gits) but don't need 4 seats. Should have a decent size boot. Needs to be relatively quick, RWD or 4WD, good for long distances (but mpg not important). But most of all want something a little different. And faster is better So far thinking of a Nissan 200SX. Also on list XR4x4, BMW 325 (Touring?), Celica GT4, Supra 3.0
I know its not much cash (saving for wedding as well), but any other ideas? Throw anything in...
EDIT: I know type AW11 MR2s don't have power steering, but she will never notice :-)
Cheers, Phil
>>> Edited by filmidget on Monday 4th March 21:16
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Right oh then chaps, expecting some stick for this perhaps, but here goes...
First purchase will be a Mk1 MR2 'for the Mrs' ............
I know its not much cash (saving for wedding as well), but any other ideas?
I'm sure there's a word for this?????? Best idea I can come up with is don't sign anything
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OK JSG, where do we make the exchange?
What year/spec is the MR2?
Afraid the Fiancee doesn't come with a warranty, and I can't guarantee the mileage either...
(Dammit I hope she doesn't read this...I daren't even bring up the number of previous owners
)
As regards the 325 Touring - Anybody notice any nasty attitudes directed at drivers of older 3 series?
Cheers, Phil
What year/spec is the MR2?
Afraid the Fiancee doesn't come with a warranty, and I can't guarantee the mileage either...
(Dammit I hope she doesn't read this...I daren't even bring up the number of previous owners
) As regards the 325 Touring - Anybody notice any nasty attitudes directed at drivers of older 3 series?
Cheers, Phil
How about a Porsche 944? Thats what i'm after. It's a 2+2 is RWD and has pop-up lights 
The standard 2.5 is fairly quick (0-60: 7.4 secs, Top Speed 137mph) and its economical too. My uncle bought an '83 Y reg 944 a few years ago and it's in overall good condition (except the interior looks a bit tired) I think he paid about £1800 for it!
The standard 2.5 is fairly quick (0-60: 7.4 secs, Top Speed 137mph) and its economical too. My uncle bought an '83 Y reg 944 a few years ago and it's in overall good condition (except the interior looks a bit tired) I think he paid about £1800 for it!Gassing Station | Readers' Cars | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff