Sold 1991 Saab 900i 16v XS and 1984 Renault 18 TD for sale, £850 each, Basingstoke.

[bramz7]

It's often said that the time around Christmas is probably the worst time to attempt to sell a car. 

 

In the spirit of this, I am bringing you a double for sale post. I made 'passing comment' about this in my fleet thread but it's probably easier and clearer for them to have their own thread.

 

Both have MOT. The Renault has MOT until October 2019 so no concerns there, the Saab has it until December 27th...I don't know of any reason why it should fail the next one, but I am not an MOT tester. I potentially have interest in the Saab, but nothing concrete yet.

 

 

Some photos, as illustrations often speak more than boring words.

 

 

The Saab has done 62k. Some very fresh looking Michelin CrossClimates all round, air con fitted new, tidy interior, engine runs sweet as does the gearbox. It isn't too bad with the 3 speed auto, the third gear is quite tall so its not too thrashy at motorway speeds. Fuel economy isn't brilliant, but it shouldn't be anyway.

Typical dash top cracks, a chip in the windscreen (not an MOT issue as it's been mentioned in the past) and rusty door bottoms, and a bash on the rear arch, otherwise a very honest example. I would keep it as is, as there is enough overly polished 900s about.

 

£850. 

 

 

Now the Renault.

 

 

 

Worst bit of grot is the driver side front arch, it will definitely need some welding. There is a bleb on the inner part of the tailgate, nothing huge but it could also need some treatment sooner or later. Needs a couple of plug cycles to burst into life, but it sounds swell when running. Good clutch, gearbox seems fine, engine doesn't get hot, but it does have a switch on the dashboard for the engine fan. Happily that switch works. 

It's a very basic old thing. Loud. 

Rear wiper doesn't work. It's done 129k.

 

Also £850.

 

I shouldn't really accept or want swaps but I am open to sensible ones, and I am trying to cut down to two cars now. I have recently agreed to take on the Rover 820i that was on this forum for sale recently as I have always fancied one, and it's no good me spreading myself over two older cars and one more modern daily anymore, so it's going to be one daily, and one older car from now on.

With that in mind, I am probably more open to swaps for the daily, and I am more inclined to accept a mid 90s-early 00s diesel, preferably not some biscuit base either, but try me if you are interested.

 

Delivery available for cost of transport back.

 

I am in Basingstoke.

[Kringle]

No not the Saab!

[bramz7]

I don't want to sell it....but needs must. And needs are ££££ sadly.

[purplebargeken]

I would love another Saab but alas, all I have is a lovely blue BMW Touring for swaps.

[Rocket88]

PM'd you.....

[davehedgehog31]

Fuck! I adore that Saab, just bad timing.

[bramz7]

The Saab has had tons of interest predictably! Thanks all for the messages.

 

As an aside...does no one want the 18?!

[purplebargeken]

The 18 is lovely but I only have the BMW to offer. 

[Matty]

Yes I want it but can't have it . Ditto the fiat fiorino, the xantia, various ax's life's just a shithouse. Good luck with the sales!

[bramz7]

Appreciate the offer ken, I'd probably say yes had it got an MOT...but I can't really justify it otherwise.

[purplebargeken]

No worries mate, I understand

[DodgyBastard]

I would love the 18, I think it's a great looking car. If it was closer/cheaper and I actually had space/money for it I'd be trying to arrange buying it. My Camry should be going tomorrow so that just leaves the Polo to sell which will free up the funds and space etc.

[The Reverend Bluejeans]

Appreciate the offer ken, I'd probably say yes had it got an MOT...but I can't really justify it otherwise.

We keep telling him.

[bramz7]

Saab now claimed. Only Renault remains. Anyone?!

 

Swaps possible....just ask.

[purplebargeken]

and I keep saying it'll need to be done by the new owner

 

Anyway, I must focus on the Toledo

[blackbart]

2003 ford mondeo 2.0 diesel, good, reliable old thing, great history before i got it, 1 owner, maybe some sort of deal with the renault mate ?

[bramz7]

Potentially interested...possibly viewing a new daily this Friday though, but feel free to message me about the Mondeo.

[Crooner]

You don't fancy my Minor for the 18, by any chance?

[bramz7]

I've got someone with an E34 on eBay seemingly absolutely fixated on the Renault. I'm a bit taken aback by it to be honest...I didn't think someone with a refined car would want it.

 

Anyway, in the unlikely event he still wants it when he comes to view it...there might be a cheap E34 for sale in the coming days. Or there might not be. I've always fancied one.

 

 

But it's a 518. Full ticket though!

 

 

To those who have enquired regarding swaps for the 18, I'll be in touch if said deal above falls through.

 

Saab now with new owner.

[loserone]

Where's supernaut? I'm sure a 518 will be much more economical than a 320.

 

Is it a manual?

[bramz7]

Where's supernaut? I'm sure a 518 will be much more economical than a 320.

 

Is it a manual?

Is indeed. Few niggles with it (just going from the advert) but the guys even driving it up to mine...so it must be fairly alright.

[BorniteIdentity]

You don't fancy my Minor for the 18, by any chance?

If you’re happy at £850 I’m all ears!

[Vantman]

 

Saab now with new owner.

 

Is the new owner of my old 'Scruffy Saab' a member here please?

[bramz7]

They are indeed, one jackytwoshoes. Sorry, I mean Fabergé Gregg's.

[Fabergé Greggs]

Is the new owner of my old 'Scruffy Saab' a member here please?

After first trying to buy this back in May it finally becomes mine! If at first you do not succeed..

 

Hats off to all previous owners.. it’s lovely and exactly what I was after, serene, solid and slightly odd.

[purplebargeken]

These are bloody ace cars, I love the shape of the 900 of this era and I am hugely, hugely jealous. 

[Crooner]

If you’re happy at £850 I’m all ears!

EEK! To be honest I'd seen it on Car and classic at £1200. I've just seen the shiters discount.Humph!