davehedgehog31

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SHWING

https://www.gumtree.com/p/rover/rover-420-gsi-tourer-rare-old-car.-/1323032336
 

 
SHWING

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SHWING

Jesus, that sounds like a fucking nightmare. 

Sorry to read this Captain. Are you being recovered at the same time as the car, or going back for it?
 
Chodspeed.

https://www.gumtree.com/p/rover/rover-420-gsi-tourer-rare-old-car.-/1323032336
 

 
SHWING

There's loads I'd like to own, but realistically, at the arse end of the market;
 
Peugeot 106 diesel. 
MG F/TF 
406 with HDI lump
Rover R8 Diesel
X300 Jag
Toyota Avensis MK2 (T250)
Lexus LS
Citroen BX
Citroen ZX
Citroen C15
Citroen Berlingo Multispace
Jaguar S-Type
MK1 Bini Cooper S
Citroen C5
Smart Roadster
 
Fuck me, that's a grim list.

Lovely Sir.

The C1 and Lupo are probably similar in dimensions, I've never driven a Lupo but always quite liked them. Would be interesting to hear how they compare as I suspect they're quite different. 
 
I've had this little doofer for two years or so and used it in several cars;
 

 
It's a Bluetooth FM transmitter. Basically, you plug the device into the 12v socket. It transmits to an FM frequency of your choosing. Tune your car's FM radio to that frequency. You then connect your phone to the transmitter using Bluetooth and you can play audio wirelessly from your phone, be it podcasts, spotify or whatever.
 
It feels quite well made, the 12v socket fits snugly and the bendable metal neck is stiff enough that the unit stays in the same position all the time. 
 
The Bluetooth connectivity has been good with the two phones I've used it with, pairing is easy, it  then automatically connects quickly when the car's ignition is turned on and the unit powered up. The device has play, next and previous buttons that work as expected. 
 
The FM transmission works best on as clear a frequency you can find, but it's certainly been fine in every car I've used it in. It's probably not audiophile quality, but as good as any FM music station. 
 
It does support bluetooth calling, although I can't comment on call quality. I suspect with a small microphone, which is quite far away from your face it will be passable, but probably not great for anything other than short calls. 
 
You can connect devices by 3.5mm cable and it also has a Micro SD card slot which can play MP3 and AAC files, so you could load up an SD card with lots of songs and do it that way, I haven't used this function though. Additionally it has a USB port for charging devices.
 
My main criticism of the unit would be that I find the screen to be overly bright, so at night I usually end up angling it away from me. All in all though, a pretty neat way of bringing some extra connectivity to a car with an old head unit. At least it can be hidden away when not in use, unlike an all singing all dancing aftermarket head unit which tend to be pretty blingy.
 
Plenty of them on Amazon and eBay of various designs, but reckon they probably all use the same software and internals.

The biggest thing in the way is the £1000 for a rebuilt turbo pump with the 7.5mm elements needed for running huge boost.
 
TTT 3 months later
 
https://youtu.be/mJ11AH2g2Q8

There's loads I'd like to own, but realistically, at the arse end of the market;
 
Peugeot 106 diesel. 
MG F/TF 
406 with HDI lump
Rover R8 Diesel
X300 Jag
Toyota Avensis MK2 (T250)
Lexus LS
Citroen BX
Citroen ZX
Citroen C15
Citroen Berlingo Multispace
Jaguar S-Type
MK1 Bini Cooper S
Citroen C5
Smart Roadster
 
Fuck me, that's a grim list.

Re GMs mileage, I assume he is driving it like a C1 RACECAR. If you've ever been in his MX5 you'll ken what I mean!

The C1 as it sits now, I have improved* its looks with these stylish* £8 wheel trims from ECP.
 
I love this car, even more than my last one seeing as its poverty spec, I like looking at my manual windows and lack of recirculating air function and being reminded of that, everything you need and nothing you don't.

Facebook strikes again 
 

 
Believe this is genuine, will double check...
 

 
Couldn't find the radio on the way home, here's why...
 

 
 
What do we know about it?
 
MOT fail (CV joint gaiter and windscreen wiper).
Still showing as MOT'd (but only just).
Fuel gauge possibly doesn't work.
No power steering (inflate tyres to 35psi).
May (or may not, officer) do 70mph in third gear.
Michelin tyres all round.
No radio!

The auto generated subtitles do a surprisingly capable job on Scotch.

Went to see an old friend today..
 

 
Its time will soon come:)

There's loads I'd like to own, but realistically, at the arse end of the market;
 
Peugeot 106 diesel. 
MG F/TF 
406 with HDI lump
Rover R8 Diesel
X300 Jag
Toyota Avensis MK2 (T250)
Lexus LS
Citroen BX
Citroen ZX
Citroen C15
Citroen Berlingo Multispace
Jaguar S-Type
MK1 Bini Cooper S
Citroen C5
Smart Roadster
 
Fuck me, that's a grim list.

So, today I had the task of bringing back home the E46 (yes, that E46) Touring I had been given as part payment for another car.
On the way back it dawned on me it would be a better daily than this old heap. Heap is mean, but the newer BMW is far better for day to day driving in my opinion.
It's a reasonably painful sale but I also have to pick up something else next week and there really isn't any room for this now. In an ideal world I would keep it but I can't own 4 cars anymore, I can't really own 3 to be honest.
 
Okay, so I have had it a week. No FTPs so far, nothing too untoward but please make yourself aware of the issues before deciding whether you fancy it or not.
The Good.
 
-Oxford Green paint largely unmarked, no lacquer loss I can see, but there does seem to be a key mark down one side.
-Alloys (non original) are in good shape. Tyres are okay. Not sure about the brand, but reasonable tread.
-No bangs or knocks over bumps, and not suffering from saggy bum like a lot of old BMWs.
-Engine is quite peppy, and good around town.
-Majority of the interior is in good shape
-Odometer and dash lights all work.
-No signs of any cooling issues.
-Has the timing chain M43, not the belt M40.
-Long MOT.
-Quite devoid of rust. Sills covered but apparently are solid.
 
 
The Bad.
 
-Starter motor sometimes doesn't engage and just spins, completely random as to how and when it does it.
-Crack in windscreen, which will need sorting.
-Passenger side electric window works but doesn't go up too happily.
-Engine fan always on
-Spare is perished and cracked, so would really recommend getting that changed
-Some bits of grot
-Drivers seat and steering wheel showing wear. The seat has lost a bit of fabric and not as padded on the base as it should be.
-First gear quite hard to get in when the engine is cold. I found putting it in second and then first (without lifting the clutch) helps.
-Sounds like a pulley is a bit whiney under the bonnet, hot or cold. Belt looks fine.
 
So with that in mind, it is priced accordingly. Probably one of the cheapest E34s in the UK, but read into that as you want. It's fine to use as is, but with a bit of work this could be a really nice example (yeah yeah still a 518 lololol) and it drives pretty tightly given the mileage on it.
Oh yeah I haven't tried the sunroof, because sunroofs are pointless.
 
I am in Basingstoke, can deliver if you insure it (E46 will be going on the policy when it's MOT'd), pay fuel and train fare back, again I get heavy fare discounts so that helps.
 
 
Photos:

Disappoint no longer.
 

I wish you hadn't bought those wheel trims, I have a set in my garage that you could have had for nowt  
 
they appear to be the same style if you want them for spare (for when one of yours goes bouncing off along the hard shoulder) 

The C1 as it sits now, I have improved* its looks with these stylish* £8 wheel trims from ECP.
 
I love this car, even more than my last one seeing as its poverty spec, I like looking at my manual windows and lack of recirculating air function and being reminded of that, everything you need and nothing you don't.

Well it turns out I can insure LS400s for £reasonable.
 
Seems I can indeed go full-size executive - so LS400s, first gen Legends, XJ40s, 300SE etc is now what I'm thinking. 
Parents will probably tell me to fuck off, but I think my dad secretly likes LS400s. 

What was his Mrs like? I saw evidence of ankle tattoos, always a good sign.  

This is why I just don't bother with anything outwith this forum now, what a waste of your time

I'm now back in Meadowhell having a coffee. As I came off the M1 in the Civic I heard a beep, looked to my right and was greeted by a mint H reg Honda Concerto saloon! Insanely rare cars.