cort16 Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Sorry to hear that, that's sad news. Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Moog Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Really sorry to hear that, we had an ace time when he came to autotest the golf. As mentioned he was truly supportive and interested in everything on here, I enjoyed all his stories. Will be sadly missed. Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddyramrod Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Oh this is sad news. Please accept condolences from us all on Autoshite. Stay with us, when you're ready to deal with his cars there will be all the genuine help you want. And thank you for letting us know. Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike D Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Very sorry to hear this, condolences to you and the rest of Giles' family Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fumbler Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Very sad news. Condolences to you and family. Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catsinthewelder Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Really sorry to hear this. I met him a couple of years back when buying the 214 and he was such a nice guy. Condolences to you and all his family. Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barefoot Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Bloody Hell. Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sierraman Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Christ that is desperately sad news. It just goes to show to make the most of while you are here. Condolences to the family. Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skizzer Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Shocked and obviously very sad to hear this, as I’m sure we all are — every sympathy goes to you. Giles was very much one of the good guys, very well liked on here, and will be greatly missed. Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crackers Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 I can only repeat what's already been said - very sad news indeed. Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3VOM Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 My sincere condolences. As people have already said, if you want any help from us please ask. I'm sure people on here will be willing to help you. Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gm Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 very sad news, he was one of the good guys and will be missed. if there is anything we can do, don't be shy. Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agila Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Really shocking and sad. The forum community will obviously help as much as possible regarding any car stuff etc. I'm at Doncaster should practical local help be required. Sorry for your loss, Spartacus always came across as a top guy whenever our paths crossed on here. I never had the pleasure of meeting him in real life. Thank you so much for letting us know, it means a lot to all of us to be informed. We all understand how difficult it must be for you. Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hairnet Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 an utter shame stay strong Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty Pelican Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Tragic news and so young , stay strong 😒 Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Datsuncog Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Wow, so sorry to hear about this. As evidenced here, Giles was held in high esteem by so many forum members, and was a passionate, enthusiastic guy. I certainly valued his input to help solve my own car maladies; it's a loss that will be widely felt. Best thoughts to all those he was closest to. Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yes oui si Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 So sorry to hear this, I hope you're doing as well as could be expected. He was a goodun, one of the nicest I've met through here Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motorpunk Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 So sorry for your loss. Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stanky Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Following the very sad news earlier today of the untimely passing of valued member Spartacus, we wanted to continue the AS tradition of raising money in memory of Giles. As can be seen, he was a well respected member on Autoshite, always willing to help others and pass on useful information and will be very much missed. Anything we raise will be donated in full to the family via @Mrs Spart or donated directly to a nominated cause as the family wishes. Anything that anyone is able to give will be gratefully received, and we appreciate this even more in the present times. The page we have created can be found HERE catsinthewelder, chancer, davehedgehog31 and 28 others 9 22 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Spart Posted May 18, 2021 Author Share Posted May 18, 2021 Hi @Stanky That's so kind.🥰 May I put it to resurrecting his BMW? @spartacus beloved 1987 BMW 520i LUX was left to me. He was extremely proud of it. So the plan is to get it going and bring it back home & hopefully find somewhere to store it (& perhaps use on a sunny weekend). Will of course take photos etc of it (it's currently been sat in a garage at least 6years). Also I really hope you guys don't mind me asking but @spartacus was the vehicle person... @spartacus had started work on a MGB GT, I believe there was something wrong with the water pump and he's taken the radiator out (sorry I'm really not mechanically minded). Does anyone know of a mobile mechanic that could perhaps put it back together? . I'd love to get it started and running again. Would of course happily pay for the work. CreepingJesus, yes oui si, Dick Longbridge and 11 others 12 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DVee8 Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Sad, sad news. My sincere condolences. Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian_Fearn Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Such sad news. My most sincere condolences. Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chancer Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Horrible news to wake up to this morning. Its been on my mind all day. Condolences to Mrs Spart and the rest of the family Mrs Spart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tickman Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 35 minutes ago, Mrs Spart said: May I put it to resurrecting his BMW? That sounds like a perfect way to spend it. Hopefully someone nearer will be able to help with the MGB. sdkrc, eddyramrod, Agila and 4 others 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
320touring Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Condolences Mrs Spart, that is such sad news. He was well liked and a valued member of our community, he will be missed. Sounds a great idea to get his BMW back up and running - I'm sure we'll all be glad to help however we can. sdkrc, Mrs Spart, eddyramrod and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isaac Hunt Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Sorry for your loss, it is very very sad news. Very courageous of you to take the time and effort of creating an account to let comrades know. Jerzy Woking, Mrs Spart, Agila and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sutty2006 Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Where in the country are you, maybe if enough shiters are free one day we could all jump in and lend a hand fixing them up too. 2 metres at a time of course mk2_craig, cort1977, Steviemillar and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stanky Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 54 minutes ago, Mrs Spart said: Hi @Stanky That's so kind.🥰 May I put it to resurrecting his BMW? @spartacus beloved 1987 BMW 520i LUX was left to me. He was extremely proud of it. So the plan is to get it going and bring it back home & hopefully find somewhere to store it (& perhaps use on a sunny weekend). Will of course take photos etc of it (it's currently been sat in a garage at least 6years). Also I really hope you guys don't mind me asking but @spartacus was the vehicle person... @spartacus had started work on a MGB GT, I believe there was something wrong with the water pump and he's taken the radiator out (sorry I'm really not mechanically minded). Does anyone know of a mobile mechanic that could perhaps put it back together? . I'd love to get it started and running again. Would of course happily pay for the work. I think that would be a very fitting use for what we raise, but it really is wholly up to you. Should you want to, there is a lot of knowledge of MGs and B-series engines on here - I am sure people would be happy to advise, recommend a trusted mechanic or even pitch in should that be desirable. In the meantime, if there is anything else we can do, I'm sure members would be happy to help where able. sdkrc, Ian_Fearn and Mrs Spart 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Spart Posted May 18, 2021 Author Share Posted May 18, 2021 Thank you guys. I'm based near Retford (DN22). I think @spartacusdid start a thread on the MGB so will try to find it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vaughant Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 Awful news, never met the chap in question but my god he looks as fit as a fiddle? A young single mother where my son works has just been given similar news and will be leaving 2 young children behind. They're raising funds to basically keep her alive a little bit longer to sort out her affairs. We've given her £100 towards the future and I'll do the same here. Will let @Stankyknow when it's paid in 👍👍 Mrs Spart, Pegasus79, RoadworkUK and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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