Inspections in the North-East

[ste_francis]

I'm looking at getting myself a Chim, but I have to admit that I have no motoring knowledge what so ever, in the past I have always took a mate when buying a new car, but I think that this may not be a very bright idea when it comes to the more specialist end of the motoring market. So can any one recommend an inspection service in the North-East of England, all the chat seems to be about guys from the south

[tvrbob]

Where in the Northeast? There are many of us living around you but the NE is a big place. I live near Redcar.

>> Edited by tvrbob on Saturday 26th February 23:17

[Byff]

Yup, the North East is a big place. Get yourself in the North East forum and introduce yourself. I'm sure if you meet up with us, someone will part with their knowledge and you might even blag a ride.

[tonto]

Rob Ingleby lives in Linconshire. Couple of hours from North East. He has a very good reputation.
www.findasportscar.co.uk/

>> Edited by tonto on Sunday 27th February 01:46

[bilton_d]

Don't think you can get much better than buying from Hexham HC. I guess if you are looking at a private they will inspect it for you at their hourly rate.
Give then a ring and ask 01434 601666

[ste_francis]

ste_francis said:

I'm looking at getting myself a Chim, but I have to admit that I have no motoring knowledge what so ever, in the past I have always took a mate when buying a new car, but I think that this may not be a very bright idea when it comes to the more specialist end of the motoring market. So can any one recommend an inspection service in the North-East of England, all the chat seems to be about guys from the south

[ste_francis]

ste_francis said:

ste_francis said: I'm looking at getting myself a Chim, but I have to admit that I have no motoring knowledge what so ever, in the past I have always took a mate when buying a new car, but I think that this may not be a very bright idea when it comes to the more specialist end of the motoring market. So can any one recommend an inspection service in the North-East of England, all the chat seems to be about guys from the south

I live in billingham, I've seen one advertised for 11000, it has 39000 miles, is this about the right price, or should I be worried that it is a bit on the cheap side

[tvrbob]

ste_francis said:

I live in billingham, I've seen one advertised for 11000, it has 39000 miles, is this about the right price, or should I be worried that it is a bit on the cheap side

mileage has very little to do with it. In fact low mileage Chims can be trouble because they don't like standing unused. It's all down to chassis, suspension, service history, the way it drives, that sort of thing.

If this is the first one you've looked at then do yourself the biggest favour and don't buy it. You must view several to know for yourself what they feel like to drive. There are some dogs out there and there are some absolute gems. Thing is they are often the same price; you've just got to be willing to keep looking.

[THORNOGSON]

I would be willing to help you out if I can, give me a ring 01709865840.
Graham.

[ste_francis]

THORNOGSON said:

I would be willing to help you out if I can, give me a ring 01709865840. Graham.

Thanks for that, I'm home in a few days and I'll give you a call, being new to this I could do with all the help I can get.