Have i missed something....my new jag is now a new bmw!

whitelabel

rodenal wrote: »

Why put it back on ebay? I don't get it

Im a bit scared by the prospect of owning it and requiring mega expensive work ?

I didnt expect to win it and until it is LPG converted its gonna pass everything on the road except a petrol station..

gotta decide to get a newer car for a little bit more money or lpg this for a bit more money and wasnt planning on spending too much more money on a car once id replaced mine. If it reaches more than i paid, then I havent lost our really, as the dealer has other jags at similar prices and condition/ newer ones even that I could bid one if I didnt see something else I liked..

rodenal

But you haven't even run it yet to see what kind of mpg it actually gets - I had a v6 golf that done low 30's no problem, and my 328i was capable of much the same if i didn't use the loud pedal. Even with it i was still getting high 20's. It won't cost THAT much in fuel if you're sensible

whitelabel

re cleanliness I thought it looked clean on the seats to be honest and only noticed the rub onthe steering wheel and the satnav/dash, any sign of incontinence and im outta there lol






yeah, Im gonna pick it up tomorrow and drive the 100+ miles back motor and urban so it will be a good gauge for fuel and handling i guess.

just have to make sure not to let it fully rip or it will be the quickest way ill loose my licence, as currently driving a 60 plate corsa (hire car) but this will be in a different league by far

Lum

Ball joints is hardly major work, they're a wear item just like bushes.

Strider590

whitelabel wrote: »

just have to make sure not to let it fully rip or it will be the quickest way ill loose my licence, as currently driving a 60 plate corsa (hire car) but this will be in a different league by far

60 in what 7.5s new? so around 8.5 now.... It's not a super-car, it's about as nippy as a warm hatchback

It'll feel quite effortless though, I doubt it'll feel like it wants to be driven hard.

pendulum

You got it for ok money but not really a bargain IMO.

I went to many car auctions recently and the biggest shock was the big engined executive cars. Dealers don't want them because public don't want them, which is a combination leading to massive bargains to be had. I wouldn't be surprised to see that go for 900 at auction (inc fees). We saw some shockingly low prices there I can tell you... why didn't I buy any? Because I was after a smaller car... like everyone else!

It's funny to see a Corsa or Fiesta drive in after a Merc or a Jag and see them fetch much more, despite the Merc or Jag being obviously "worth" more... but its market forces, people want small cars now.

I could be wrong but I don't think it'll fetch you much profit on eBay. eBay's where bargain hunters go and the prices aren't far off car auction houses usually.

I have to say I also think the interior is a bit worn for 58k... I've driven Mondeos with 100k that looked better than that inside... probably been clocked tbh.

MoT advisories are nothing to worry about.

whitelabel

pendulum wrote: »

You got it for ok money but not really a bargain IMO.

I went to many car auctions recently and the biggest shock was the big engined executive cars. Dealers don't want them because public don't want them, which is a combination leading to massive bargains to be had. I wouldn't be surprised to see that go for 900 at auction (inc fees). We saw some shockingly low prices there I can tell you... why didn't I buy any? Because I was after a smaller car... like everyone else!

It's funny to see a Corsa or Fiesta drive in after a Merc or a Jag and see them fetch much more, despite the Merc or Jag being obviously "worth" more... but its market forces, people want small cars now.

I could be wrong but I don't think it'll fetch you much profit on eBay. eBay's where bargain hunters go and the prices aren't far off car auction houses usually.

I have to say I also think the interior is a bit worn for 58k... I've driven Mondeos with 100k that looked better than that inside... probably been clocked tbh.

MoT advisories are nothing to worry about.

i was worried about it being clocked but having checked the mots it seems to tally

2005 - 22,852 miles
2006 - 27,780 miles
2007 - 34,205 miles
2008 - 40,400 miles
2009 - 45,460 miles
2010 - 50,523 miles

only 1 owner and mot'd at the same self proclaiming "celebrity" station Eden Park

it has failed the past 3 mot's initially though, but things have been corrected... not sure why the indicator was the wrong colour one year though

pproximate date of first use:
07/10/1999
Type of fuel:
Petrol

Date of test:
21/09/2005
Certificate issued (Pass)

Odometer reading:
22,852 Miles
Test number:
862344665228
Test station name:
EDEN PARK MOTORIST CENTRE LTD
Test station number:
18690
Test station telephone number:
020 8697 7927
Test class:
IV
Test expiry date:
20/09/2006
No Advisory Notice issued


Date of test:
08/09/2006
Certificate issue refused (Fail)

Odometer reading:
27,780 Miles
Test number:
781681256200
Test station name:
EDEN PARK MOTORIST CENTRE LTD
Test station number:
18690
Test station telephone number:
020 8697 7927
Test class:
IV
Reason(s) for refusal to issue Certificate

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

No Advisory Notice issued


Date of test:
08/09/2006
Certificate issued (Pass)

Odometer reading:
27,780 Miles
Test number:
301531556207
Test station name:
EDEN PARK MOTORIST CENTRE LTD
Test station number:
18690
Test station telephone number:
020 8697 7927
Test class:
IV
Test expiry date:
20/09/2007
No Advisory Notice issued


Date of test:
26/09/2007
Certificate issue refused (Fail)

Odometer reading:
34,205 Miles
Test number:
430199367239
Test station name:
EDEN PARK MOTORIST CENTRE LTD
Test station number:
18690
Test station telephone number:
020 8697 7927
Test class:
IV
Reason(s) for refusal to issue Certificate

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

No Advisory Notice issued


Date of test:
26/09/2007
Certificate issued (Pass)

Odometer reading:
34,205 Miles
Test number:
221069867261
Test station name:
EDEN PARK MOTORIST CENTRE LTD
Test station number:
18690
Test station telephone number:
020 8697 7927
Test class:
IV
Test expiry date:
25/09/2008
No Advisory Notice issued


Date of test:
10/09/2008
Certificate issue refused (Fail)

Odometer reading:
40,400 Miles
Test number:
982754558238
Test station name:
EDEN PARK MOTORIST CENTRE LTD
Test station number:
18690
Test station telephone number:
020 8697 7927
Test class:
IV
Reason(s) for refusal to issue Certificate

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2d)

Advisory Notice issued

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1f)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) (3.5.1h)

Oil leak


Date of test:
11/09/2008
Certificate issued (Pass)

Odometer reading:
40,400 Miles
Test number:
951705958261
Test station name:
EDEN PARK MOTORIST CENTRE LTD
Test station number:
18690
Test station telephone number:
020 8697 7927
Test class:
IV
Test expiry date:
25/09/2009
Advisory Notice issued

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1f)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) (3.5.1h)

Oil leak


Date of test:
21/09/2009
Certificate issue refused (Fail)

Odometer reading:
45,202 Miles
Test number:
654164169282
Test station name:
EDEN PARK MOTORIST CENTRE LTD
Test station number:
18690
Test station telephone number:
020 8697 7927
Test class:
IV
Reason(s) for refusal to issue Certificate

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.2b)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1f)

Rear brake application uneven (3.7.A.5c)

Advisory Notice issued

Nearside Front on limit Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1f)

Front Brake disc(s) (3.5.1h)

Rear Parking brake Your vehicle has only just met the required park brake efficiency. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.A.10)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Hand brake reserve travel


Date of test:
28/09/2009
Certificate issued (Pass)

Odometer reading:
45,460 Miles
Test number:
460561879284
Test station name:
EDEN PARK MOTORIST CENTRE LTD
Test station number:
18690
Test station telephone number:
020 8697 7927
Test class:
IV
Test expiry date:
27/09/2010
Advisory Notice issued

Front Brake disc(s) (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake Your vehicle has only just met the required park brake efficiency. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.A.10)

Hand brake reserve travel


Date of test:
22/09/2010
Certificate issue refused (Fail)

Odometer reading:
50,498 Miles
Test number:
204385760254
Test station name:
EDEN PARK MOTORIST CENTRE LTD
Test station number:
18690
Test station telephone number:
020 8697 7927
Test class:
IV
Reason(s) for refusal to issue Certificate

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.2c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.2b)

Advisory Notice issued

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.3)

Offside Front on limit Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.3)

Rear Service brake Your vehicle has only just met the required service brake efficiency. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.A.9)

Rear Parking brake Your vehicle has only just met the required park brake efficiency. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.A.10)

Hand brake reserve travel


Date of test:
24/09/2010
Certificate issued (Pass)

Odometer reading:
50,523 Miles
Test number:
350877960289
Test station name:
EDEN PARK MOTORIST CENTRE LTD
Test station number:
18690
Test station telephone number:
020 8697 7927
Test class:
IV
Test expiry date:
27/09/2011
Advisory Notice issued

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.3)

Offside Front on limit Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.3)

Hand brake reserve travel

Hammyman

Lum wrote: »

It's a huge great 12 year old gas guzzler, nobody wants them any more.

Yep - spot on. A mate of mine got a supercharged one not long ago. Paid peanuts for it. It'd been nowhere and was mint. The 20MPG was probably something to do with why they got shut. He did too a month later probably because of the same reason.

not sure why the indicator was the wrong colour one year though

If its like a car I have, it has an orange bulb. Over time, the orange coating disappears making it more white than orange.

Strider590

pendulum wrote: »

I have to say I also think the interior is a bit worn for 58k... I've driven Mondeos with 100k that looked better than that inside... probably been clocked tbh.

Smoking will have that effect on a cream leather interior.

motorguy

pendulum wrote: »

You got it for ok money but not really a bargain IMO.

I went to many car auctions recently and the biggest shock was the big engined executive cars. Dealers don't want them because public don't want them, which is a combination leading to massive bargains to be had. I wouldn't be surprised to see that go for 900 at auction (inc fees). We saw some shockingly low prices there I can tell you... why didn't I buy any? Because I was after a smaller car... like everyone else!

It's funny to see a Corsa or Fiesta drive in after a Merc or a Jag and see them fetch much more, despite the Merc or Jag being obviously "worth" more... but its market forces, people want small cars now.

I could be wrong but I don't think it'll fetch you much profit on eBay. eBay's where bargain hunters go and the prices aren't far off car auction houses usually.

I have to say I also think the interior is a bit worn for 58k... I've driven Mondeos with 100k that looked better than that inside... probably been clocked tbh.

MoT advisories are nothing to worry about.

Price is about right - not really a bargain. We retailed a 2000 one with one owner from new and FSH (a 3.0) and got £1600 for it.

Interior condition looks grand. They dont wear terribly well.

Like you, i dont think it will make the O/P much money on ebay.