Who knows this SV and the full story?
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Who know this SV and what the cat C damage is/was? The prices seems excessive given its history.
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PompeyBlue said:
Shouldn't a 1999 car have the open headlights?
Definitely not a 1999 model year car. More than likely a 1998 car which has been registered late. Slightly misleading.As to value, it would probably be worth around the £60k mark if it wasn't Category C. Very expensive at £55k IMHO. Needs to be closer to £45k if it is on the register.
steve06 said:
this it maybe?
Doesn't appear to be this one. Note transmission tunnel is trimmed in a different colour and rear spoiler different colour also.Did anyone notice the questions being asked on Ebay?
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Edited by wazza on Thursday 16th October 10:43
wazza said:
Doesn't appear to be this one. Note transmission tunnel is trimmed in a different colour and rear spoiler different colour also.
I'd noticed but thought that maybe they were changed during the repair. I just thought maybe it could have been it because it's RHD too, although the photos are probably from Japan and look quite old.steve06 said:
wazza said:
Doesn't appear to be this one. Note transmission tunnel is trimmed in a different colour and rear spoiler different colour also.
I'd noticed but thought that maybe they were changed during the repair. I just thought maybe it could have been it because it's RHD too, although the photos are probably from Japan and look quite old.I'm almost certain this car was for sale when I was looking for my Countach. The fact it had been accident damaged stopped me even considering it. IIRC it was up around £60K then, 18 months or so ago. TBH, there's no way I'd pay £55K with the accident in it's history. I also seem to remember it took a long time to sell last time. If it was around £40-£45K though, someone could get a bargain there, assuming it's been repaired properly of course.
Makko1 said:
Doesn't seem particularly cheap for an accident repaired car at £55000.
From what I remember reading on these forums, one PHer bought a similar yellow SV (not accident repaired) for a lot less than that.
£55k seems about right for a good unmolested car.
Yes, I know the car you mean.From what I remember reading on these forums, one PHer bought a similar yellow SV (not accident repaired) for a lot less than that.
£55k seems about right for a good unmolested car.
It was on auto Trader about 5 or 6 months ago.
The guy took under £40000 for it.
There was a thread about it, but I can't find it now.
It is now owned by a Pistonheader.
Beckham said:
Makko1 said:
Doesn't seem particularly cheap for an accident repaired car at £55000.
From what I remember reading on these forums, one PHer bought a similar yellow SV (not accident repaired) for a lot less than that.
£55k seems about right for a good unmolested car.
Yes, I know the car you mean.From what I remember reading on these forums, one PHer bought a similar yellow SV (not accident repaired) for a lot less than that.
£55k seems about right for a good unmolested car.
It was on auto Trader about 5 or 6 months ago.
The guy took under £40000 for it.
There was a thread about it, but I can't find it now.
It is now owned by a Pistonheader.
As we speak, the car is getting it's final hand polishing at the paint shop after a lot of cash has been spent on a full bare metal repaint.
It has also had new tyres, an expensive wheel refurb and a full service.
I do not know if he plans to keep it, as he has two other Diablos as well, but if it comes on the market, I do not reckon you will get much change out of £70k.
Beckham said:
Makko1 said:
Doesn't seem particularly cheap for an accident repaired car at £55000.
From what I remember reading on these forums, one PHer bought a similar yellow SV (not accident repaired) for a lot less than that.
£55k seems about right for a good unmolested car.
Yes, I know the car you mean.From what I remember reading on these forums, one PHer bought a similar yellow SV (not accident repaired) for a lot less than that.
£55k seems about right for a good unmolested car.
It was on auto Trader about 5 or 6 months ago.
The guy took under £40000 for it.
There was a thread about it, but I can't find it now.
It is now owned by a Pistonheader.
[quote=PompeyBlueYou are right. The car is owned by one of my best friends (a fellow Pistonheader).
As we speak, the car is getting it's final hand polishing at the paint shop after a lot of cash has been spent on a full bare metal repaint.
It has also had new tyres, an expensive wheel refurb and a full service.
I do not know if he plans to keep it, as he has two other Diablos as well, but if it comes on the market, I do not reckon you will get much change out of £70k.
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Don't think you would get anywhere near £70k for it in this market I'm afraid, regardless of condition. Unfortunately however much money you put into these cars you will rarely get it back come resale (as I know from experience!). IIRC it also had a 'high' mileage (36k+) so would also impact price. Best to hang onto it for a few years until the market recovers IMHO.
As we speak, the car is getting it's final hand polishing at the paint shop after a lot of cash has been spent on a full bare metal repaint.
It has also had new tyres, an expensive wheel refurb and a full service.
I do not know if he plans to keep it, as he has two other Diablos as well, but if it comes on the market, I do not reckon you will get much change out of £70k.
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Don't think you would get anywhere near £70k for it in this market I'm afraid, regardless of condition. Unfortunately however much money you put into these cars you will rarely get it back come resale (as I know from experience!). IIRC it also had a 'high' mileage (36k+) so would also impact price. Best to hang onto it for a few years until the market recovers IMHO.
steve06 said:
Beckham said:
Makko1 said:
Doesn't seem particularly cheap for an accident repaired car at £55000.
From what I remember reading on these forums, one PHer bought a similar yellow SV (not accident repaired) for a lot less than that.
£55k seems about right for a good unmolested car.
Yes, I know the car you mean.From what I remember reading on these forums, one PHer bought a similar yellow SV (not accident repaired) for a lot less than that.
£55k seems about right for a good unmolested car.
It was on auto Trader about 5 or 6 months ago.
The guy took under £40000 for it.
There was a thread about it, but I can't find it now.
It is now owned by a Pistonheader.
He has just bought another one with the plate L14 BLO.
BarryRedknapp said:
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Diablo Pete bought it didn't he?
Small world.Diablo Pete bought it didn't he?
My friend looked at that one too.
Nice car, but needed some tidying and there was an issue regarding that one having been pranged at some time too.
By the time my friend went back, the owner had sold it on very cheap.
He is now going to look at the orange SV at Top Gear Cars, advertised at £69950 as well as the blue Roadster.
Edited by AM-V8-Vantage on Thursday 16th October 13:11
Edited by AM-V8-Vantage on Thursday 16th October 13:18
Come on lads and lasses, the Lambo world is not that big that there can be many in the UK which are unknown, some one out there knows this car.
Reason for asking is, I've been pondering a move to the dark side but I couldn't justify £55k on a cat C.
If it was £40k and could be prooved to have been repaired properly I would certainly have to consider it. Resale value wouldn't concern me overly as it would be a keeper.
Interesting that the Top Gear orange car has been mentioned. I've been plucking up the courage to take a peek myself, however I know I would find it dificult to view it objectively and chances are heart would override head. At £70k, does is it seem fairly priced given the market? To me it seem a tad high.
Reason for asking is, I've been pondering a move to the dark side but I couldn't justify £55k on a cat C.
If it was £40k and could be prooved to have been repaired properly I would certainly have to consider it. Resale value wouldn't concern me overly as it would be a keeper.
Interesting that the Top Gear orange car has been mentioned. I've been plucking up the courage to take a peek myself, however I know I would find it dificult to view it objectively and chances are heart would override head. At £70k, does is it seem fairly priced given the market? To me it seem a tad high.
Edited by 3200gt on Thursday 16th October 15:39
Maybe this with graphics removed? just found it on http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Image:Diablo_SV....
or this with graphics removed, on a different reg? Bumper looks a different colour and lines look off on the bonet - maybe a bad repair job!
or this with graphics removed, on a different reg? Bumper looks a different colour and lines look off on the bonet - maybe a bad repair job!
Edited by steve06 on Thursday 16th October 15:53
PompeyBlue said:
Beckham said:
Makko1 said:
Doesn't seem particularly cheap for an accident repaired car at £55000.
From what I remember reading on these forums, one PHer bought a similar yellow SV (not accident repaired) for a lot less than that.
£55k seems about right for a good unmolested car.
Yes, I know the car you mean.From what I remember reading on these forums, one PHer bought a similar yellow SV (not accident repaired) for a lot less than that.
£55k seems about right for a good unmolested car.
It was on auto Trader about 5 or 6 months ago.
The guy took under £40000 for it.
There was a thread about it, but I can't find it now.
It is now owned by a Pistonheader.
As we speak, the car is getting it's final hand polishing at the paint shop after a lot of cash has been spent on a full bare metal repaint.
It has also had new tyres, an expensive wheel refurb and a full service.
I do not know if he plans to keep it, as he has two other Diablos as well, but if it comes on the market, I do not reckon you will get much change out of £70k.
Edited by Jules360 on Thursday 16th October 16:25
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