Prices on the up
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squirejo said:
Wilmslowboy said:
I have one.... 
I also have a little pot of cash, that the wife has an eye on to turn into a new kitchen
so need to spend it quick...
If I sold it (the 12CS not the wife) - what next ???? ...I cant justify the £40k to a 650s spyder....
So do I. And I am wondering if it's 40k...I also have a little pot of cash, that the wife has an eye on to turn into a new kitchen
so need to spend it quick...If I sold it (the 12CS not the wife) - what next ???? ...I cant justify the £40k to a 650s spyder....
squirejo said:
Rough dealer bid on my 23k mile spider 120k. I won't change at the additional cost of an Ariel Nomad.
We think in a very similar way...My 63 plate spider has done 16k miles and racks up about 1200 per month. I too fancy an Ariel Nomad and a 12C + a Nomad would give me a bigger grin and more enjoyment than a 650S on its own.
[I await RamboLambo's forthright response telling me i'm wrong...]
Squirejo - Are you part of the McLaren Owners FaceBook group? (its a private group on FaceBook for McLaren owners only)
Edited by 100 IAN on Sunday 8th May 04:52
Wilmslowboy said:
Bloody priceless in this weather
Couldn't agree more.Was posing on the English Riviera today and could of sold tickets to people queueing up to take pictures.
Felt like some weird celebrity but so many positive comments. They all love Volcano Red its the first thing they say
Edited by RamboLambo on Monday 9th May 01:22
squirejo said:
I've ordered a Nomad. 9-12mths to delivery. The car that does everything, apart from the shopping.
Would love to hear how you get on. I've had a few Caterhams in my time and am toying with buying and build a new one for 2017. But I'm intrigued by the Nomad and WANT to want one - but don't really know what I'd do with it....? Apart from going off road, what would it be better at than a Caterham?Would love to be convinced! I need to go down and visit Ariel - do they offer test drive experiences?
they certainly have offered a trip to the factory and test drive but I am buying it blind. I'll get down there at some stage. You can spec one for all manner of purposes in terms of suspension, tyres etc etc.. Mine will be 1/3 road 1/3 track 1/3 offroad. It's the off road I don't really know how to access, but, they talk about organising some owner events at rally stage etc. So the way I see it is in that sort of spec it's a genuine can do everything car - poss not the fastest on a trackday, but the most fun kinda thing. Had a caterham. like to have a little more metal round me these days tbh. but in any case, caterham / atom / nomad I am wagering continue as aero to low depreciation vehicles.
RamboLambo said:
How rude ?! Apart from being factually incorrect What's that got to do with anything ?
Are you the chap that still desperately aspires to own a car with a 7 year manufacturers warranty but cant afford it ?
Brilliant response Are you the chap that still desperately aspires to own a car with a 7 year manufacturers warranty but cant afford it ?
Edited by RamboLambo on Monday 2nd May 12:35
RamboLambo said:
Agree pack prices are cheaper than individual components but even so its a high spec car and considerable saving off list.
You pays your money and takes your choice. Like you I decided to go the new route and pay a premium only because I'm ultra fussy about my cars. Its the only way I know exactly how its been driven and looked after.
If you got a car built to spec for £210k you have done well. I bought a stock car in December and got a very good deal and TBH I don't think I would of specced it any differently. The only thing extra I would of considered at the time was the surround sound 3 extra speakers upgrade but at £3k and coming from behind the seats where the exhaust window is located it would of been a waste in hindsight IMHO.
I much rather listen to the exhaust sound with the roof up and window down
But you said you paid about £240k for yours. Isn't that full list price ? Doesn't sound like a very good deal to me, especially in December You pays your money and takes your choice. Like you I decided to go the new route and pay a premium only because I'm ultra fussy about my cars. Its the only way I know exactly how its been driven and looked after.
If you got a car built to spec for £210k you have done well. I bought a stock car in December and got a very good deal and TBH I don't think I would of specced it any differently. The only thing extra I would of considered at the time was the surround sound 3 extra speakers upgrade but at £3k and coming from behind the seats where the exhaust window is located it would of been a waste in hindsight IMHO.
I much rather listen to the exhaust sound with the roof up and window down
Edited by Jules360 on Tuesday 17th May 18:56
Edited by Jules360 on Tuesday 17th May 19:03
Anjum said:
I'm trying so hard to love McLaren - and for the most part I do - British, Supercars, Great Looking cars, but RamboLambo just keeps putting me off! They have really got under my skin - but (and I guess you can say this about any manufacturer) - they seem to attract the odd wierdo.
Feel the force Luke, its strong Hey I love my Ferraris and Lambos as well.
Don't let YOU being a weirdo stop you buying one you will be in good company
You could always buy a Kia
Edited by RamboLambo on Tuesday 17th May 20:19
RamboLambo said:
Jules360 said:
But you said you paid about £240k for yours. Isn't that full list price ? Doesn't sound like a very good deal to me, especially in December
List was £282k Edited by Jules360 on Tuesday 17th May 18:56
Edited by Jules360 on Tuesday 17th May 19:03
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