My car - opinions please?
Discussion
At last I've updated my profile with a picture of my 111S I bought in December.
It's Titanium with red leather and a/c - exactly as I'd have specced if I'd walked in to a dealer in 2003 to buy one new!
I'd be interested in peoples' views on the spec / colour. It hasn't really taken me long to get it how it want it - fast comfortable road car for all weather use. Took me 3 1/2 years to get the Griffith into this state.
In particular, what do you think of the splitter? I had to re-shape the corners so it clears my garage ramps but I'm rather pleased with the results. It has something of the 340R about it I think (by accident rather than design!!).
Yes, it does need a valet. Any recommendations for a specialists detailer in the south west/south wales? Having had a second baby 2 weeks ago I just don't have the time (used all my paternity leave to do the odd-job list!).
It's Titanium with red leather and a/c - exactly as I'd have specced if I'd walked in to a dealer in 2003 to buy one new!
I'd be interested in peoples' views on the spec / colour. It hasn't really taken me long to get it how it want it - fast comfortable road car for all weather use. Took me 3 1/2 years to get the Griffith into this state.
In particular, what do you think of the splitter? I had to re-shape the corners so it clears my garage ramps but I'm rather pleased with the results. It has something of the 340R about it I think (by accident rather than design!!).
Yes, it does need a valet. Any recommendations for a specialists detailer in the south west/south wales? Having had a second baby 2 weeks ago I just don't have the time (used all my paternity leave to do the odd-job list!).
Very nice! That is the colour combo I was looking for (looked at one at Paul Matty originally) before going for red! Mind you after owning one for a while I really would only consider a bright colour in the future as people just don't see me! Orange or Krypton Green for me next!!
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Edited by Red111 on Monday 23 March 19:21
Thanks to all!
Wheels were originally silver, but painted black as part of the deal. Sorry, they're not for swap!
No, not bought from Tonbridge Wells. Was a London car but I bought it in Newport, South Wales.
Kambites - you were inspirational in giving me the confidence to buy a 111S over a 111R, when deep down I preferred the drive of the S, so I'll forgive your terrible taste in colour.
Cheers all!
Wildfire - I look forward to it. Sumemr's around the corner and once things have settled down at home it'll be great to catch up.
Wheels were originally silver, but painted black as part of the deal. Sorry, they're not for swap!
No, not bought from Tonbridge Wells. Was a London car but I bought it in Newport, South Wales.
Kambites - you were inspirational in giving me the confidence to buy a 111S over a 111R, when deep down I preferred the drive of the S, so I'll forgive your terrible taste in colour.
Cheers all!
Wildfire - I look forward to it. Sumemr's around the corner and once things have settled down at home it'll be great to catch up.
griffter said:
Wildfire - I look forward to it. Sumemr's around the corner and once things have settled down at home it'll be great to catch up.
I've got the MOT and some work on the Griff to come, but I'll be headding Bristol way at some point in the near future, so I'll give you a shout. 
griffter said:
Yes, it does need a valet. Any recommendations for a specialists detailer in the south west/south wales? Having had a second baby 2 weeks ago I just don't have the time (used all my paternity leave to do the odd-job list!).
For a specialist in the south west try Neil Garner www.neilgarner.co.uk . Very good!Gassing Station | Elise/Exige/Europa/340R | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff