bramz7 Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 So this is the current standings. I knew I'd eventually have the Merc so when Wuvs posted it for sale, that was a pretty quick decision. It's done 252k but it's pretty quick and isn't that bad to drive so it's most definitely a run until dead sort of car. Now the Saab is a bit different for me. I'm used to automotive dandruff so to have something with heavy doors, solid plastic and very little rust is a revelation. It's so remarkably different to everything I've had that it's become endearing in the 15 hours I've owned it. As per typical I'm off to get something else this afternoon. It's more me, French, undesirable and rare. Quite keen to keep the Saab to be honest. I've paid a fairly high sum for the newcomer (today) so it might be for sale quite soon, it's more of a 'another one off the list' purchase and I vaguely fancy an old Volvo now. Not really sure why I try and predict my old car activities. It never quite turns out that way. dome, D Spares & Tyres, Angrydicky and 15 others 18 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Bell Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 Was mega tempted by both of those. Well bought indeed. x2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loserone Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 You street must look awesome with the Scotsman's Volvo there too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HMC Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 Can’t wait to see pics of the latest acquisition; WEAPONS GRADE LEVEL ENABLED Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beko1987 Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 Best carry on to 60 now then stop... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bramz7 Posted November 3, 2018 Author Share Posted November 3, 2018 Oh dear Aston Martin, egg, Angrydicky and 33 others 36 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skattrd Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 Renno 18? with a diesel badge Is it broken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bramz7 Posted November 3, 2018 Author Share Posted November 3, 2018 Oh it's not broken. Just drove 130 miles home in it. It's incredibly loud but oddly refined for a 34 year old diesel Dirk Diggler, Lacquer Peel and skattrd 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lacquer Peel Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 Blown offside headlight bulb? That doesn't seem so bad. R18 diesel, oof. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SierraMikeHotel Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 That's an excellent pair. I'm still in the honeymoon period with my W203 but so far I'm really happy with it. And nobody can say anything bad about C900s! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HMC Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 That’s just a preview shot, wait till you see the back end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brodders Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 Renault 18 diesel? Congratulations Bramz, you've just won Autoshite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BorniteIdentity Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 Unless it’s been roller painted in Scotland’s finest Army surplus paint - is it even an AS spec Renner 18? Looks great! Actually, that’s a lie. It looks a bit shit. I’m so proud. Well done. Ohdearme 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadsword Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 Unbelievably amazing. We really need to start issuing medals for purchases like this. It must be the only running Renault 18 diesel in the country. More pictures, more pictures now! Where on earth did you find it? Ohdearme and Kringle 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bramz7 Posted November 3, 2018 Author Share Posted November 3, 2018 Not sure how I ended up with it...saw it on Facebook and sent a blind deposit. The seller has a genuine Dodge Viper, Audi Quattro and Renault 5 Turbo. He dailys a 106 diesel and a E28 524td. I wish I was making this up. Carlosfandango, SierraMikeHotel, RobT and 7 others 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuvvum Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 Ooh, Norwich plate on that 18! ProgRocker 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadsword Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 That seller clearly needs to be on this forum! Laseraligningfoofooflanges 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Bo11ox Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 Saloon or estate? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hairnet Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 the only running Renault 18 diesel in the country.nope i see a black one with turbo alloys north of manc on the motorway now and again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bramz7 Posted November 3, 2018 Author Share Posted November 3, 2018 It's an Estate. Base spec TD. Ghosty, egg, M'coli and 6 others 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Bo11ox Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 Wow! Fantastic. I'd love that as a daily, what a tool for getting to work. Great stuff egg 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanciamatt Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 Your car choices are epic. Where do you find these rare beasts. Loving your latest purchase. You can't beat a clattery diesel. I've got a lancia thema turbo ds as a daily and love it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Bo11ox Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 Is it a turbo D? I thought these were all non-turbo. Think they're like a 2.1 or 2.2 though so should keep up with the traffic OK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bramz7 Posted November 3, 2018 Author Share Posted November 3, 2018 No it's a non turbo. I don't think we got them in turbo diesel form here. It's a 2.1 with a 5 speed box. I wasn't expecting much but it doesn't feel that bad and is actually quite fun to push through the gears. Sounds like an old van of course. egg, Lacquer Peel, Ohdearme and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairkens Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 Immense My dad had one of these when they were new. Fond memories of sliding around on the third row of seats Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brodders Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 nope i see a black one with turbo alloys north of manc on the motorway now and againIs this it? It was at the Festival of the Unexceptional during the summer. Even so, it is still great to see some still about, especially a base one. I also didn't know there was a facelift model until Bramz posted the picture of his one up the thread. I can't wait to see more of it. Dick Longbridge 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadsword Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 The J8S is a tremendous engine. Had one of those in the family once. A white R21 Savannah, albeit turbo, and it was quick for what it is. Much, much envy. Would like to see video of it running! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghosty Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 Is this it? It was at the Festival of the Unexceptional during the summer. WP_20180714_061.jpg Even so, it is still great to see some still about, especially a base one. I also didn't know there was a facelift model until Bramz posted the picture of his one up the thread. I can't wait to see more of it. Look again, Bramz' is red! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brodders Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 Look again, Bramz' is red!Sorry, I think I worded it poorly last time. I was wondering if the one from FOTU was the same as the one hairnet had seen around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghosty Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 Oh, no. I know the car Hairnet is talking about. That's a giffer owned black 18 Turbo, which is again a different car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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