The Joy of Running an Old Shed (Vol 2)
Discussion
Paulog13 said:
Hi Davie, could you send me some details of the Volvo V50 as I could be interested. Commuting from Glasgow to Edinburgh in my current steed is proving rather costly, and I’m sure the Volvo would be a lot cheaper, whilst also being a comfortable place to travel the miles… Thanks…
Apologies for the delay, but just sent you an email. Davie said:
Paulog13 said:
Hi Davie, could you send me some details of the Volvo V50 as I could be interested. Commuting from Glasgow to Edinburgh in my current steed is proving rather costly, and I’m sure the Volvo would be a lot cheaper, whilst also being a comfortable place to travel the miles… Thanks…
Apologies for the delay, but just sent you an email. As I mentioned I’m afraid I’ll pass for now, as I think a job rather than car change needs to be my next move.
Thanks again, and I’m sure you’ll have no problem selling it.
Kind regards,
Paul
bristolracer said:
Nice
Like a Skoda
Probably more of a people's car than 'volkswagen'
Thanks. Like a Skoda
Probably more of a people's car than 'volkswagen'
Skoda definitely make a lot of sense and offer a lot more value than the other VAG stuff on the used market. It's definitely nicer than my old 2009 Golf was, but part of that is down to it being a decent rather than basic spec.
darkyoung1000 said:
Another year's ticket on the Citro n AX which is good news.
I need to spend some money on replacing the suspension arms, but that doesn't seem bad for a 28 year old!
Very impressive for an AX! We had a new one back in 1990 and it literally fell to bits over about three years. It was like a clown car! Final straw was when the passenger door fell off 😂I need to spend some money on replacing the suspension arms, but that doesn't seem bad for a 28 year old!
I need a bit of help here people.
I have 65 cars to choose from - some nice, some ratty, almost all run really nicely.
But my current favourite is a 2005 C1. It has nearly 150k miles on it, and while it's in decent nick, it really is as cheap to build as Toyota could make them. I've been quite vocal on here about how terrible they are, and now I feel myself drawn to them. This one runs well, is quite nippy, and feels quite quick up to about 60. It uses absolutely no petrol at all from what I can tell, and it's OK. Really quite OK. Quite a lot of fun, in a "don't give two hoots" kind of way. It must have a value of at least £400 by now, maybe more since it has a full tank of fuel.
So, I'm wondering is this a sign of health worries. Am I starting to quietly loose my mind? in that I'm preferring the C1 to the Saab parked next to it. Am I turning into the hypocritical arse that drives something he has previously slagged off to the ends of the earth. I'm seriously worried that my mental state will soon be questioned.
Anyway, this one is in a nice fetching shade of metallic grey, with alloy wheels. And 'sports' seats. Nice eh? (Oh, and a new exhaust) And it's a 5 door - don't see many of those.
I have 65 cars to choose from - some nice, some ratty, almost all run really nicely.
But my current favourite is a 2005 C1. It has nearly 150k miles on it, and while it's in decent nick, it really is as cheap to build as Toyota could make them. I've been quite vocal on here about how terrible they are, and now I feel myself drawn to them. This one runs well, is quite nippy, and feels quite quick up to about 60. It uses absolutely no petrol at all from what I can tell, and it's OK. Really quite OK. Quite a lot of fun, in a "don't give two hoots" kind of way. It must have a value of at least £400 by now, maybe more since it has a full tank of fuel.
So, I'm wondering is this a sign of health worries. Am I starting to quietly loose my mind? in that I'm preferring the C1 to the Saab parked next to it. Am I turning into the hypocritical arse that drives something he has previously slagged off to the ends of the earth. I'm seriously worried that my mental state will soon be questioned.
Anyway, this one is in a nice fetching shade of metallic grey, with alloy wheels. And 'sports' seats. Nice eh? (Oh, and a new exhaust) And it's a 5 door - don't see many of those.
bearman68 said:
I need a bit of help here people.
I have 65 cars to choose from - some nice, some ratty, almost all run really nicely.
But my current favourite is a 2005 C1. It has nearly 150k miles on it, and while it's in decent nick, it really is as cheap to build as Toyota could make them. I've been quite vocal on here about how terrible they are, and now I feel myself drawn to them. This one runs well, is quite nippy, and feels quite quick up to about 60. It uses absolutely no petrol at all from what I can tell, and it's OK. Really quite OK. Quite a lot of fun, in a "don't give two hoots" kind of way. It must have a value of at least 400 by now, maybe more since it has a full tank of fuel.
So, I'm wondering is this a sign of health worries. Am I starting to quietly loose my mind? in that I'm preferring the C1 to the Saab parked next to it. Am I turning into the hypocritical arse that drives something he has previously slagged off to the ends of the earth. I'm seriously worried that my mental state will soon be questioned.
Anyway, this one is in a nice fetching shade of metallic grey, with alloy wheels. And 'sports' seats. Nice eh? (Oh, and a new exhaust) And it's a 5 door - don't see many of those.
No, you're clinically healthy.I have 65 cars to choose from - some nice, some ratty, almost all run really nicely.
But my current favourite is a 2005 C1. It has nearly 150k miles on it, and while it's in decent nick, it really is as cheap to build as Toyota could make them. I've been quite vocal on here about how terrible they are, and now I feel myself drawn to them. This one runs well, is quite nippy, and feels quite quick up to about 60. It uses absolutely no petrol at all from what I can tell, and it's OK. Really quite OK. Quite a lot of fun, in a "don't give two hoots" kind of way. It must have a value of at least 400 by now, maybe more since it has a full tank of fuel.
So, I'm wondering is this a sign of health worries. Am I starting to quietly loose my mind? in that I'm preferring the C1 to the Saab parked next to it. Am I turning into the hypocritical arse that drives something he has previously slagged off to the ends of the earth. I'm seriously worried that my mental state will soon be questioned.
Anyway, this one is in a nice fetching shade of metallic grey, with alloy wheels. And 'sports' seats. Nice eh? (Oh, and a new exhaust) And it's a 5 door - don't see many of those.
My friend, a year ago, sold his (at the time) 2 year old fiesta for an aygo - 58 plate (same car as the C1 in all respects) and he hasn't regretted it.
He's on the larger side of the weight spectrum, along with his wife and kids, but the car takes the punishment.
They are actually really good cars (I hand my PH license in for saying that)
Morning gents, could I pick the collective brains a little for some advice?
My lease Octavia Estate goes back in March next year and with the way everything is going state of the world wise I don't want to repeat the process.
Whilst we are lucky enough to be able to spend a decent budget on a replacement I don't want to wrap up a chunk of our safety net in a still depreciating vehicle - hence my desire to return to shed life.
So criteria are as follows:
Budget £1500 to £2k
Big enough for 2 adults and 2 children under 2 (isofix seats preferably but not essential)
Petrol
Manual or auto doesn't matter
As few common known faults as possible
As light on fuel as possible
VED max of £360-£400 (wife won't allow higher)
Nothing German or VAG group again
Reading the last 120 pages seems to suggest a Mid 2000's Toyota Avensis would be a good shout but what say you?
To qualify further the above, the Octavia has been faultless in the 2 and a bit years we've had it but lacks soul in any form - a perfect family bus whilst the kids have been tiny tiny with the peace of mind of warranty cover, I'd have another second hand if it wasn't for the horror stories about VAG TSi engines lack of longevity, it's also costing me £215 a month before any fuel has gone in so I'd like to reduce that outgoing.
I always had sheds before this and am happy enough with basic servicing, bigger jobs are something I want to start turning my hands to now I have a decent sized garage for the first time in my life.
My lease Octavia Estate goes back in March next year and with the way everything is going state of the world wise I don't want to repeat the process.
Whilst we are lucky enough to be able to spend a decent budget on a replacement I don't want to wrap up a chunk of our safety net in a still depreciating vehicle - hence my desire to return to shed life.
So criteria are as follows:
Budget £1500 to £2k
Big enough for 2 adults and 2 children under 2 (isofix seats preferably but not essential)
Petrol
Manual or auto doesn't matter
As few common known faults as possible
As light on fuel as possible
VED max of £360-£400 (wife won't allow higher)
Nothing German or VAG group again
Reading the last 120 pages seems to suggest a Mid 2000's Toyota Avensis would be a good shout but what say you?
To qualify further the above, the Octavia has been faultless in the 2 and a bit years we've had it but lacks soul in any form - a perfect family bus whilst the kids have been tiny tiny with the peace of mind of warranty cover, I'd have another second hand if it wasn't for the horror stories about VAG TSi engines lack of longevity, it's also costing me £215 a month before any fuel has gone in so I'd like to reduce that outgoing.
I always had sheds before this and am happy enough with basic servicing, bigger jobs are something I want to start turning my hands to now I have a decent sized garage for the first time in my life.
ferrisbueller said:
Looks decent!
It's not bad, very straight and hopefully not too taxi with the colour and non-mingebag spec. 158k miles, so it's no minter, but who wants a mint shed anyway?anarki said:
Very nice (I wouldn't call it a shed though!)
Thanks, I think for me it makes more sense than a true shed (such as the Astra that it's replacing) since everything with issues and some MOT these days is close to a grand, buying something much nicer for £1500 seemed to make a lot more sense, but we shall see.bearman68 said:
I need a bit of help here people.
I have 65 cars to choose from - some nice, some ratty, almost all run really nicely.
But my current favourite is a 2005 C1. It has nearly 150k miles on it, and while it's in decent nick, it really is as cheap to build as Toyota could make them. I've been quite vocal on here about how terrible they are, and now I feel myself drawn to them. This one runs well, is quite nippy, and feels quite quick up to about 60. It uses absolutely no petrol at all from what I can tell, and it's OK. Really quite OK. Quite a lot of fun, in a "don't give two hoots" kind of way. It must have a value of at least 400 by now, maybe more since it has a full tank of fuel.
So, I'm wondering is this a sign of health worries. Am I starting to quietly loose my mind? in that I'm preferring the C1 to the Saab parked next to it. Am I turning into the hypocritical arse that drives something he has previously slagged off to the ends of the earth. I'm seriously worried that my mental state will soon be questioned.
Anyway, this one is in a nice fetching shade of metallic grey, with alloy wheels. And 'sports' seats. Nice eh? (Oh, and a new exhaust) And it's a 5 door - don't see many of those.
I think they're great cars. They love being abused and there really is very little to go wrong/parts are dirt cheap. They're fun in an unapologetically cheap way like cars used to be before everything got all serious business with soft touch plastics and features. The modern incarnation of the mk1 Twingo.I have 65 cars to choose from - some nice, some ratty, almost all run really nicely.
But my current favourite is a 2005 C1. It has nearly 150k miles on it, and while it's in decent nick, it really is as cheap to build as Toyota could make them. I've been quite vocal on here about how terrible they are, and now I feel myself drawn to them. This one runs well, is quite nippy, and feels quite quick up to about 60. It uses absolutely no petrol at all from what I can tell, and it's OK. Really quite OK. Quite a lot of fun, in a "don't give two hoots" kind of way. It must have a value of at least 400 by now, maybe more since it has a full tank of fuel.
So, I'm wondering is this a sign of health worries. Am I starting to quietly loose my mind? in that I'm preferring the C1 to the Saab parked next to it. Am I turning into the hypocritical arse that drives something he has previously slagged off to the ends of the earth. I'm seriously worried that my mental state will soon be questioned.
Anyway, this one is in a nice fetching shade of metallic grey, with alloy wheels. And 'sports' seats. Nice eh? (Oh, and a new exhaust) And it's a 5 door - don't see many of those.
Picked up a 2010 plate Grand Scenic a few months back, so I'm calling this my shed. Anyway, took it out for a drive this morning and on a corner down a hill I heard a bonk noise from the nearside and my 'check parking brake' warning light popped on. Drove it home and every tight corner I could hear said bonking noise and the steering, certainly to the right, doesn't feel that good.
While I'm no mechanic, I have an ok knowledge of what issues could be, but I'm not sure on this one? My head says anti-roll bar (or that area) but I can't see why it would cause the parking brake light to come on
While I'm no mechanic, I have an ok knowledge of what issues could be, but I'm not sure on this one? My head says anti-roll bar (or that area) but I can't see why it would cause the parking brake light to come on
W00DY said:
bearman68 said:
I need a bit of help here people.
I have 65 cars to choose from - some nice, some ratty, almost all run really nicely.
But my current favourite is a 2005 C1. It has nearly 150k miles on it, and while it's in decent nick, it really is as cheap to build as Toyota could make them. I've been quite vocal on here about how terrible they are, and now I feel myself drawn to them. This one runs well, is quite nippy, and feels quite quick up to about 60. It uses absolutely no petrol at all from what I can tell, and it's OK. Really quite OK. Quite a lot of fun, in a "don't give two hoots" kind of way. It must have a value of at least 400 by now, maybe more since it has a full tank of fuel.
So, I'm wondering is this a sign of health worries. Am I starting to quietly loose my mind? in that I'm preferring the C1 to the Saab parked next to it. Am I turning into the hypocritical arse that drives something he has previously slagged off to the ends of the earth. I'm seriously worried that my mental state will soon be questioned.
Anyway, this one is in a nice fetching shade of metallic grey, with alloy wheels. And 'sports' seats. Nice eh? (Oh, and a new exhaust) And it's a 5 door - don't see many of those.
I think they're great cars. They love being abused and there really is very little to go wrong/parts are dirt cheap. They're fun in an unapologetically cheap way like cars used to be before everything got all serious business with soft touch plastics and features. The modern incarnation of the mk1 Twingo.I have 65 cars to choose from - some nice, some ratty, almost all run really nicely.
But my current favourite is a 2005 C1. It has nearly 150k miles on it, and while it's in decent nick, it really is as cheap to build as Toyota could make them. I've been quite vocal on here about how terrible they are, and now I feel myself drawn to them. This one runs well, is quite nippy, and feels quite quick up to about 60. It uses absolutely no petrol at all from what I can tell, and it's OK. Really quite OK. Quite a lot of fun, in a "don't give two hoots" kind of way. It must have a value of at least 400 by now, maybe more since it has a full tank of fuel.
So, I'm wondering is this a sign of health worries. Am I starting to quietly loose my mind? in that I'm preferring the C1 to the Saab parked next to it. Am I turning into the hypocritical arse that drives something he has previously slagged off to the ends of the earth. I'm seriously worried that my mental state will soon be questioned.
Anyway, this one is in a nice fetching shade of metallic grey, with alloy wheels. And 'sports' seats. Nice eh? (Oh, and a new exhaust) And it's a 5 door - don't see many of those.
MisterWhippy said:
Picked up a 2010 plate Grand Scenic a few months back, so I'm calling this my shed. Anyway, took it out for a drive this morning and on a corner down a hill I heard a bonk noise from the nearside and my 'check parking brake' warning light popped on. Drove it home and every tight corner I could hear said bonking noise and the steering, certainly to the right, doesn't feel that good.
While I'm no mechanic, I have an ok knowledge of what issues could be, but I'm not sure on this one? My head says anti-roll bar (or that area) but I can't see why it would cause the parking brake light to come on
Funnily enough I've been looking at these. Choice nearby is a 2006 Mazda 5 petrol, or 2011ish Grand Scenic 1.5 diesel, and whilst the space of the GS is attractive, the Mazda is inching it I think. How have you found yours? While I'm no mechanic, I have an ok knowledge of what issues could be, but I'm not sure on this one? My head says anti-roll bar (or that area) but I can't see why it would cause the parking brake light to come on
TomWCL7 said:
Morning gents, could I pick the collective brains a little for some advice?
My lease Octavia Estate goes back in March next year and with the way everything is going state of the world wise I don't want to repeat the process.
Whilst we are lucky enough to be able to spend a decent budget on a replacement I don't want to wrap up a chunk of our safety net in a still depreciating vehicle - hence my desire to return to shed life.
So criteria are as follows:
Budget 1500 to 2k
Big enough for 2 adults and 2 children under 2 (isofix seats preferably but not essential)
Petrol
Manual or auto doesn't matter
As few common known faults as possible
As light on fuel as possible
VED max of 360- 400 (wife won't allow higher)
Nothing German or VAG group again
Reading the last 120 pages seems to suggest a Mid 2000's Toyota Avensis would be a good shout but what say you?
To qualify further the above, the Octavia has been faultless in the 2 and a bit years we've had it but lacks soul in any form - a perfect family bus whilst the kids have been tiny tiny with the peace of mind of warranty cover, I'd have another second hand if it wasn't for the horror stories about VAG TSi engines lack of longevity, it's also costing me 215 a month before any fuel has gone in so I'd like to reduce that outgoing.
I always had sheds before this and am happy enough with basic servicing, bigger jobs are something I want to start turning my hands to now I have a decent sized garage for the first time in my life.
Honda AccordMy lease Octavia Estate goes back in March next year and with the way everything is going state of the world wise I don't want to repeat the process.
Whilst we are lucky enough to be able to spend a decent budget on a replacement I don't want to wrap up a chunk of our safety net in a still depreciating vehicle - hence my desire to return to shed life.
So criteria are as follows:
Budget 1500 to 2k
Big enough for 2 adults and 2 children under 2 (isofix seats preferably but not essential)
Petrol
Manual or auto doesn't matter
As few common known faults as possible
As light on fuel as possible
VED max of 360- 400 (wife won't allow higher)
Nothing German or VAG group again
Reading the last 120 pages seems to suggest a Mid 2000's Toyota Avensis would be a good shout but what say you?
To qualify further the above, the Octavia has been faultless in the 2 and a bit years we've had it but lacks soul in any form - a perfect family bus whilst the kids have been tiny tiny with the peace of mind of warranty cover, I'd have another second hand if it wasn't for the horror stories about VAG TSi engines lack of longevity, it's also costing me 215 a month before any fuel has gone in so I'd like to reduce that outgoing.
I always had sheds before this and am happy enough with basic servicing, bigger jobs are something I want to start turning my hands to now I have a decent sized garage for the first time in my life.
Avensis
Laguna (if you can find a petrol)
Insignia
Volvo of some description
Saab of some description.
andrebar said:
W00DY said:
bearman68 said:
I need a bit of help here people.
I have 65 cars to choose from - some nice, some ratty, almost all run really nicely.
But my current favourite is a 2005 C1. It has nearly 150k miles on it, and while it's in decent nick, it really is as cheap to build as Toyota could make them. I've been quite vocal on here about how terrible they are, and now I feel myself drawn to them. This one runs well, is quite nippy, and feels quite quick up to about 60. It uses absolutely no petrol at all from what I can tell, and it's OK. Really quite OK. Quite a lot of fun, in a "don't give two hoots" kind of way. It must have a value of at least 400 by now, maybe more since it has a full tank of fuel.
So, I'm wondering is this a sign of health worries. Am I starting to quietly loose my mind? in that I'm preferring the C1 to the Saab parked next to it. Am I turning into the hypocritical arse that drives something he has previously slagged off to the ends of the earth. I'm seriously worried that my mental state will soon be questioned.
Anyway, this one is in a nice fetching shade of metallic grey, with alloy wheels. And 'sports' seats. Nice eh? (Oh, and a new exhaust) And it's a 5 door - don't see many of those.
I think they're great cars. They love being abused and there really is very little to go wrong/parts are dirt cheap. They're fun in an unapologetically cheap way like cars used to be before everything got all serious business with soft touch plastics and features. The modern incarnation of the mk1 Twingo.I have 65 cars to choose from - some nice, some ratty, almost all run really nicely.
But my current favourite is a 2005 C1. It has nearly 150k miles on it, and while it's in decent nick, it really is as cheap to build as Toyota could make them. I've been quite vocal on here about how terrible they are, and now I feel myself drawn to them. This one runs well, is quite nippy, and feels quite quick up to about 60. It uses absolutely no petrol at all from what I can tell, and it's OK. Really quite OK. Quite a lot of fun, in a "don't give two hoots" kind of way. It must have a value of at least 400 by now, maybe more since it has a full tank of fuel.
So, I'm wondering is this a sign of health worries. Am I starting to quietly loose my mind? in that I'm preferring the C1 to the Saab parked next to it. Am I turning into the hypocritical arse that drives something he has previously slagged off to the ends of the earth. I'm seriously worried that my mental state will soon be questioned.
Anyway, this one is in a nice fetching shade of metallic grey, with alloy wheels. And 'sports' seats. Nice eh? (Oh, and a new exhaust) And it's a 5 door - don't see many of those.
OnTheBreadline said:
Funnily enough I've been looking at these. Choice nearby is a 2006 Mazda 5 petrol, or 2011ish Grand Scenic 1.5 diesel, and whilst the space of the GS is attractive, the Mazda is inching it I think. How have you found yours?
It's not been too shabby so far. I picked it up fairly cheaply as it needs a few things doing to it. It's done 88k miles for the 1.5 diesel and will quite happily sit there at 75/80 and return 55mpg. Just need to sort out this issue, a new set of osf/osr coil springs and the cruise control that doesn't work either. It had a service on Monday so I'm taking it back to the garage later to have a moan at them.Plus side, an abundance of room though which is why I bought it and I've updated the sat nav from 2009 maps to 2022 maps already.
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