Can I get some thoughts on this example please?
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Hi,
Sorry to bombard the forum! I wondered if anyone knew this car or had any opinions based on the advert: http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/2151521.htm
I'm not 100% convinced on the colour or the oversized alloys, but it's an apparently sound low-mileage 500 for a bargain price right on my doorstep.
Does anyone know off the top of their heads roughly how much I'd be looking at for a set of (2nd hand) Chim 500 wheels and a new set of tyres [to return it to standard]?
I will of course go and have a look myself when I get the chance, but it seems conspicuously good value at under £9k, so is there anything I need to be particularly wary of? Feel free to PM if you'd prefer.
Chris
Sorry to bombard the forum! I wondered if anyone knew this car or had any opinions based on the advert: http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/2151521.htm
I'm not 100% convinced on the colour or the oversized alloys, but it's an apparently sound low-mileage 500 for a bargain price right on my doorstep.
Does anyone know off the top of their heads roughly how much I'd be looking at for a set of (2nd hand) Chim 500 wheels and a new set of tyres [to return it to standard]?
I will of course go and have a look myself when I get the chance, but it seems conspicuously good value at under £9k, so is there anything I need to be particularly wary of? Feel free to PM if you'd prefer.
Chris
I spotted this yesterday.
Looks WAY too good to be true to be honest.
I would expect that example to cost more like £15k. Low mileage Chimaera 500s are hard to find! - Especially in dealers!
I would be asking about previous crashes, engine problems and chassis condition.
ETA - have a look at the front seats in the photos. Does that look like a low mileage car to you?
Looks WAY too good to be true to be honest.
I would expect that example to cost more like £15k. Low mileage Chimaera 500s are hard to find! - Especially in dealers!
I would be asking about previous crashes, engine problems and chassis condition.
ETA - have a look at the front seats in the photos. Does that look like a low mileage car to you?
Edited by FreeLitres on Wednesday 3rd November 12:44
)Well, it's HPI clear (according to the ad) and even if it's done three times the mileage it would be quite cheap for a 500. Philip Phedonos cars always seem to priced below normal TVR specialists, but he has a good reputation on here. I thought maybe it was just the 'marmite' colour choice, the lack of PAS and the slightly bling alloys driving the price down? I agree, anything less than about £11,000 for a good 500 is either a huge bargain or has more to it than meets the eye. The official line is just that he has very low overheads...
Judging by the advert alone, that looks like a great car. Advert states the history is clear. The vendor's name crops up on this forum from time to time and I've never heard anything but good feedback about him.
I bought mine privately over five years ago. It had been overlooked by potential purchasers as it was very cheap and looked 'too good to be true'. It's turned out to be a good 'un, so I'd say go along and see it, especially as it's on your doorstep.
If you bought it, you might be able to get a good deal trading the wheels in for a set of Estorils here.
I bought mine privately over five years ago. It had been overlooked by potential purchasers as it was very cheap and looked 'too good to be true'. It's turned out to be a good 'un, so I'd say go along and see it, especially as it's on your doorstep.
If you bought it, you might be able to get a good deal trading the wheels in for a set of Estorils here.
Cider Andy said:
The vendor's name crops up on this forum from time to time and I've never heard anything but good feedback about him.
I enquired recently and the feedback was all very positive. Several happy owners on here.
There certainly is such a thing as underpricing a car. I'd be more wary of a clued-up dealer apparently doing it, admittedly, but I struggled to sell one of my old daily drivers (an MG ZS) until I raised the price by 20% and then got innundated with people trying to force money into my hands! It's a strange world.
FreeLitres said:
I spotted this yesterday.
Looks WAY too good to be true to be honest.
I would expect that example to cost more like £15k. Low mileage Chimaera 500s are hard to find! - Especially in dealers!
I would be asking about previous crashes, engine problems and chassis condition.
ETA - have a look at the front seats in the photos. Does that look like a low mileage car to you?
I like the floor mats does any one know where i can purchase some?Looks WAY too good to be true to be honest.
I would expect that example to cost more like £15k. Low mileage Chimaera 500s are hard to find! - Especially in dealers!
I would be asking about previous crashes, engine problems and chassis condition.
ETA - have a look at the front seats in the photos. Does that look like a low mileage car to you?
Edited by FreeLitres on Wednesday 3rd November 12:44
Might just be me but something doesnt look right with the front end, grill missing or something like that as mine is pre facelift cannot really put a finger on it.
othe r than that love the colour, wanted yellow but couldnt find one at the time, wheels are ok, but not my choice, price is good, happy days
Milky400 said:
Might just be me but something doesnt look right with the front end, grill missing or something like that as mine is pre facelift cannot really put a finger on it.
othe r than that love the colour, wanted yellow but couldnt find one at the time, wheels are ok, but not my choice, price is good, happy days
Think it might be the undersized numberplate making it look a bit funny.othe r than that love the colour, wanted yellow but couldnt find one at the time, wheels are ok, but not my choice, price is good, happy days
Looks like a steal though, the only downsides being the naff wheels and a slightly dull interior.
Is it me or does it look a little lower than standard as well? (Although the picture seems to show OE Bilsteins).
Quinny said:
There's a set of 500 wheels on PH classifieds
I had noticed.I sort of have my heart set on blue - preferably halcyon or cobalt blue - with a magnolia interior, but I would be quite keen to have a look. I wouldn't worry too much about the colour. I have had a yellow car before and that, erm, didn't have the looks of the Chimaera on its side either:
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