Mr_Bo11ox Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 We're all mad for shite loan schemes but now this needs a test on it we're all a bit quiet. Is there anywhere local to you that does cheapy £25/30 mots? Might be worth a try if its all running and driving ok and will make it easier for the next guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnK Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 I'm willing to wing this in for a test tbh if nobody is going to take it on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negative Creep Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 We're all mad for shite loan schemes but now this needs a test on it we're all a bit quiet. Is there anywhere local to you that does cheapy £25/30 mots? Might be worth a try if its all running and driving ok and will make it easier for the next guy. There are a few, main issue is my complete lack of mechanical skills which could quickly ramp up the price. The garage I normally use are trustworthy but charge the full whack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Bo11ox Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 Well you don't wanna be spending out on labour to fix this that and the other do you. But if you could get it tested for £30 that's probably money worth spending right? It might even pass! and if it doesn't, its just gonna be a balljoint or a bulb or a sticky brake or summert fairly low -level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pillock Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 It's looking like Wednesday will see me with an empty garage, conveniently located behind an mot station. I'm aware that there is a queue but it's quite a quiet queue, so I'm just putting forward an option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philibusmo Posted May 16, 2015 Author Share Posted May 16, 2015 For goodness sake people, it's about £50 for an MOT (which I'm practically certain it will pass with no issues) to have use of a car for as many months as takes your fancy. Will somebody just take on this old crate, even if it means a train and a pre-booked MOT. I'll get a list of all the parts that are sat in my parents loft in Devon up shortly because if there is a Ransome bush or something amiss then it is likely to be available for the cost of postage. Plus almost everything mechanical on this car is ridiculously simple and even an ape with fingers of butter and fists of ham could fix it with a decent set of spanners. Mr_Bo11ox, Negative Creep and KruJoe 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M'coli Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 I've already offered to chip in for the MOT, and if I wasn't off on holiday next week I'd take it on for the next stint too. NC, chuck us your PayPal ID and I'll send you the MOT test. If you can find a place that does free re-tests, even better. I might even find the time to pick it up during the first week of June ( before Shitefest) between interviews and medical appointments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbenn Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 I'm happy to chuck a tenner in towards an MOT to ensure this fine Autoshite tradition continues. I have no use for the car though, ta Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negative Creep Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 I know there was a queue but now I think we just need someone to say they'll collect it. As mentioned I can cover at least part of the train fare and will leave the stereo I professionally* wired in so you have something toblisten to on the way home Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pillock Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 I'm off to the auction. If nothing is purchased, and the queue remains quiet, I'll have this and get it MOTed. skattrd, Negative Creep and M'coli 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skattrd Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 If money is needed for the MOT I'm willing to chip in as well, but I'm not a position to take the car at present, lack of time and space. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stillOrange Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 I could spare few pounds towards the MOT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlabamaShrimp Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 Well I have the space, storage and the time but no money. I can go get this or some variation for someone else if needs be Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red5 Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 If Negative Creep can put it in for MOT, I'm happy to contribute to costs and if it takes the pressure off of Red5, willing to queue-jump stewardship (and thus it goes to its most northern posting and can thus make its way home via the next two). Keep me informed. As it appears I have just broken/fractured my leg playing bloody 5-a-side that would help. I don't want to lose my place, but am aware of pressure on space, especially on Negative at the moment and don't want to mess him about (any more). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red5 Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 Will contribute to MOT of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pillock Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 Auction deposit is still in my pocket. I'm serious, this can be driven to a pre-booked MOT at my lockup. Even if someone else wants it soon, it seems like a solution to immediate storage issues for anyone. stillOrange and catsinthewelder 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M'coli Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 As it appears I have just broken/fractured my leg playing bloody 5-a-side that would help. I don't want to lose my place, but am aware of pressure on space, especially on Negative at the moment and don't want to mess him about (any more).Aw, nae luck red5, that's a bummer - I've still got the plate and screws in my right leg from breaking it. I hope it's not serious, and that the medical staff are more attractive than the ones who attended me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M'coli Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 Righto, this needs sorting out for Negative Creep's sake if nowt else. red5, are you ok to postpone your stewardship until the return leg of this wee cracker's journey? Pillock, are you ok to do as you mentioned, considering the car's currently in Plymouth, going by Negative Creep's location? Otherwise, I'm prepared to get Shipley quotes and that to get it up here if all are agreed that's a good thing to stop the stalemate. Negative Creep 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pillock Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 Plymouth? Erm.... Wow, there's a lesson in getting all your facts first. I won't say no, but I'll have to organise a day to do it. If the offer if free train tickets from (whoever it was) still stands that may ease the progress.... Let me check my diary. Who is geographically nearest? Perhaps a shite relay might work? Lack of MOT would just prevent overnight movements... "Yes officer, I've got it booked in in Leicestershire.... Yeah, the 2.30am slot". As long as everyone knows where it's going and the story checks out. Failing that, realistically how much to shift a little car a few hundred miles? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnK Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 If this falls through then I will come and get this and MOT it. This is pissing me off now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red5 Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 Yep, postponing my 'go ' is fine with me. Cheers, Sam (wtb auto car...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red5 Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 Aw, nae luck red5, that's a bummer - I've still got the plate and screws in my right leg from breaking it. I hope it's not serious, and that the medical staff are more attractive than the ones who attended me. So far it's 'come back if it still hurts'....wouldn't be here if i thought it was a 'bit sore'.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negative Creep Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 Sorry to hear about your predicament Red5, hopefully it will clear up in time for you to get some use of it Plymouth? Erm.... Wow, there's a lesson in getting all your facts first.I won't say no, but I'll have to organise a day to do it. If the offer if free train tickets from (whoever it was) still stands that may ease the progress.... Let me check my diary.Who is geographically nearest? Perhaps a shite relay might work? Lack of MOT would just prevent overnight movements... "Yes officer, I've got it booked in in Leicestershire.... Yeah, the 2.30am slot". As long as everyone knows where it's going and the story checks out.Failing that, realistically how much to shift a little car a few hundred miles? I have a pair of first class tickets for any FGW train that I'll happily post to the collector. This would cover London, Worcester, Swansea, Southampton, Reading and pretty much everywhere inbetween. They expire at the end of the month though and are only valid on First Great Western trains. Also I would need to get the £120 deposit from whoever did collect it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philibusmo Posted May 17, 2015 Author Share Posted May 17, 2015 Looks like a plan is falling into place. Here are the spares that are available should they be need. Most I am certain you'll never need, such as bonnet rubbers and 5 door mirrors and hopefully you'll never need any of it. If you do find you need any of the below, shout and I'll get my parents to grab the part for you to either pick up or have posted. Lancia Spares List Box 1:Handbrake cableBrake shoesWater pumpFront lower arm bush (x2)Rear brake hoseAir filterGasket setClutch KitCrank TDC position sensorIgnition (HT) leadsMagnetic Marelli Digiplex 2 (ignition module)Bosch Jetronic (airflow sensor and ECU) - unknown if workingRear view mirror x2Clock and Map LightBoot latch cover (brown)Steering rack gaiterCoat hookRear shock absorberBoot strutFront Fog lamp surround (x2 white)Rear shock absorber bushes (x8)Front anti roll bar bushes (x4)Coil (x2)Water flow sensor/senderRear hatch 'Lancia' badgeUnder radio felt padding/sound proofingFootwell kick panel trims (brown, light damage, both sides)Footwell kick panel trim (black large crack, drivers side only)Fuel cap trim ringRotor arm Box 2:Dash instrument binnacle spares various ( except speedo) Box 3:Front and rear standard road springs Box 4:Front track control armWiper armInner door handleWiring loom shroud (30cm approx)Spare wheel fastenerJack and wheel braceAir intake tubingInterior grab handles (x3)Starter motors (x2)Fuse boxWasher bottleRadiator electric fanRear brake cylinders (x2)Rear ash trays (both sides)Dash alcantara trim panel (above cigarette lighter)Bosch Jetronic (airflow sensor and ECU) working with airbox attachedInterior door handle trimsDrivers door mirror (x2)Passenger door mirror (x2)Sun visors (both sides)Interior lightClock and map lightThermostat (possibly incorrect part)Generic electronic ignition modulePassenger seat beltRear light clusters (both sides x2)Partial Ignition wiring loomDoor latchColumn stalks (brown with badly repaired headlight stalk)Column stalks (black with broken headlight stalk)Headlamps and lenses (both sides)Upper door seal (x1)Rear window seals (both sides) Box 5:Central locking unitDoor to body wiring shrouds (x2)Rear wash flexi cordFront seat belt rear trim (brown)Drivers exterior door handle and lock (key in fuel cap)Fuel cap and keyDoor catchResistor coilBonnet rubbers (x2)Drivers door mirrorHeater fanInterior vent tubeDash rubber sealRear seat belt catchBoot catchDrivers side air vent (brown)Lower steering column shroud (brown)Upper steering column shroud (brown) Unboxed Spares:Radiator (for 1.1 so reduced depth)GTie front grilleLX front grilleFront strut brace M'coli 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panhard65 Posted May 17, 2015 Share Posted May 17, 2015 I don't have need for it or really room, but if it can get to my workshop in Wellington just off the M5 I will stick through an mot then hopefully it can move on to someone who wants it. skattrd 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pillock Posted May 17, 2015 Share Posted May 17, 2015 Cannot move this week. Work is, well, work and I have to move the F before this can come in. Bugger. Sorry all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negative Creep Posted May 17, 2015 Share Posted May 17, 2015 M'coli has suggested I get it to Tiverton, only downside is I'd somehow have to book an MOT in the morning, go straight from there regardless of the result and find my way back. I don't have a day off during the week for some time now so not sure when it would be feasible to do this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negative Creep Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 As stated in the News 24 thread it went straight through the MOT so is now fully road legal for its next owner. As I did mention before, if any future owners of this would like to make a small contribution towards to the test fee (a fiver would be fine) I would be very grateful cort16, KruJoe, Dick Longbridge and 5 others 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Bo11ox Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 Congrats!!!! Great work NC Negative Creep 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cort16 Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 I can't wait for it to reach Scotland so I can fit these wheels to it. Negative Creep 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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