Oh Lordy - what have I done??
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I guess 12mpg and the very realistic probability of a £3K hit to your wallet at least once and maybe even twice a year puts people off.
That's not to say that there aren't bargains out there that might cost you very little, other than fuel, if you're lucky.
I've had mine 12 years, and it's seldom given me a year off.
That's not to say that there aren't bargains out there that might cost you very little, other than fuel, if you're lucky.
I've had mine 12 years, and it's seldom given me a year off.
Balmoral said:
I guess 12mpg and the very realistic probability of a £3K hit to your wallet at least once and maybe even twice a year puts people off.
That's not to say that there aren't bargains out there that might cost you very little, other than fuel, if you're lucky.
I've had mine 12 years, and it's seldom given me a year off.
£3,000 a year? TWICE? For what?That's not to say that there aren't bargains out there that might cost you very little, other than fuel, if you're lucky.
I've had mine 12 years, and it's seldom given me a year off.
Well, I got my Bentley Turbo R home - what can I say.
It's terrific. Absolutely everything works - all the electrics, windows, mirrors, cd radio, aerial, seats, everything. Exterior is superb, with just a couple of stone chips to deal with. Interior great, although it needs a valet, and the lambswool overmats need [dry?] cleaning.
The engine and gearbox feel strong, and didn't miss a beat in pouring rain for my 200 mile journey home - even managed 16mpg(ish) on the way back. Only downside is an intermittent rev counter - doesn't always work???
Bargainsville! The car feels fabulous inside, and I have achieved a lifelong dream in finally owning a car with a Town and Country horn!!!
I'll post up some pics when I have it cleaned etc....feeling v v positive about it at the moment though!
It's terrific. Absolutely everything works - all the electrics, windows, mirrors, cd radio, aerial, seats, everything. Exterior is superb, with just a couple of stone chips to deal with. Interior great, although it needs a valet, and the lambswool overmats need [dry?] cleaning.
The engine and gearbox feel strong, and didn't miss a beat in pouring rain for my 200 mile journey home - even managed 16mpg(ish) on the way back. Only downside is an intermittent rev counter - doesn't always work???
Bargainsville! The car feels fabulous inside, and I have achieved a lifelong dream in finally owning a car with a Town and Country horn!!!
I'll post up some pics when I have it cleaned etc....feeling v v positive about it at the moment though!
bqf said:
Well, I got my Bentley Turbo R home - what can I say.
It's terrific. Absolutely everything works - all the electrics, windows, mirrors, cd radio, aerial, seats, everything. Exterior is superb, with just a couple of stone chips to deal with. Interior great, although it needs a valet, and the lambswool overmats need [dry?] cleaning.
The engine and gearbox feel strong, and didn't miss a beat in pouring rain for my 200 mile journey home - even managed 16mpg(ish) on the way back. Only downside is an intermittent rev counter - doesn't always work???
Bargainsville! The car feels fabulous inside, and I have achieved a lifelong dream in finally owning a car with a Town and Country horn!!!
I'll post up some pics when I have it cleaned etc....feeling v v positive about it at the moment though!
Congratulations on your purchase. As they say, "who dares wins"!It's terrific. Absolutely everything works - all the electrics, windows, mirrors, cd radio, aerial, seats, everything. Exterior is superb, with just a couple of stone chips to deal with. Interior great, although it needs a valet, and the lambswool overmats need [dry?] cleaning.
The engine and gearbox feel strong, and didn't miss a beat in pouring rain for my 200 mile journey home - even managed 16mpg(ish) on the way back. Only downside is an intermittent rev counter - doesn't always work???
Bargainsville! The car feels fabulous inside, and I have achieved a lifelong dream in finally owning a car with a Town and Country horn!!!
I'll post up some pics when I have it cleaned etc....feeling v v positive about it at the moment though!
MUDGUTZ said:
Hey bqf: Please keep us updated and post some pics if possible.
I'm also interested in how easy these cars are to work on. As someone said, a service history on a £10k Bentley may not be worth much. There must be some savings there.
They are not rocket science to work on BUT most jobs take more time to do than other cars, more bolts, screws, fastenings, parts to remove to get to other parts....a few special tools needed and a different set of spanners and sockets tooI'm also interested in how easy these cars are to work on. As someone said, a service history on a £10k Bentley may not be worth much. There must be some savings there.
POORCARDEALER said:
They are not rocket science to work on BUT most jobs take more time to do than other cars, more bolts, screws, fastenings, parts to remove to get to other parts....a few special tools needed and a different set of spanners and sockets too
Thanks PCD. I need a larger garage. My LS only just fits and were I to do some maintenance myself I would love to try. Like I say above, a service history on a £10k Bentley may not be worth much. It sounds like a case of time and patience.MUDGUTZ said:
Hey bqf: Please keep us updated and post some pics if possible.
I'm also interested in how easy these cars are to work on. As someone said, a service history on a £10k Bentley may not be worth much. There must be some savings there.
They're very much like, say a '70s XJ6 to work on. Everything comes apart and can be adjusted.I'm also interested in how easy these cars are to work on. As someone said, a service history on a £10k Bentley may not be worth much. There must be some savings there.
Parts prices are like a '70s XJ6 x 10, tho.
I do all my own work.
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