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LUXOBARGE (sub5k) of the week/day

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    #62
    JohnC83
    Registered Users Posts: 36 ✭JohnC83


    S Class
    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/4777544


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    #63
    Top Dog
    Registered Users Posts: 4,160 ✭✭✭Top Dog


    JohnC83 wrote: »
    S Class
    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/4777544
    Is the bonnet open in the photos or has it had a knock on the front? :confused:

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    #64
    Lurching
    Registered Users Posts: 1,239 ✭✭✭Lurching


    Top Dog wrote: »
    Is the bonnet open in the photos or has it had a knock on the front? :confused:

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    Shut-lines along the sides of the bonnet align, but the lights and bumper don't. Something fishy going on there.


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    #65
    Lurching
    Registered Users Posts: 1,239 ✭✭✭Lurching


    How about this one?
    Nice to see an LS430 in this price region. Father had a new one years ago. Very comfortable, if a bit ugly.
    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/5050070
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    #66
    rocky
    Registered Users Posts: 2,953 ✭✭✭rocky


    Not prestige, but 3l V6, heated leather, xenons, rear privacy blind :cool:

    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/5144918


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    #67
    listermint
    Registered Users Posts: 33,619 ✭✭✭✭listermint


    rocky wrote: »
    Not prestige, but 3l V6, heated leather, xenons, rear privacy blind :cool:

    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/5144918

    Good shout. some spec for the price all the same.


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    #68
    Eric Cartman
    Registered Users Posts: 26,283 ✭✭✭✭Eric Cartman


    Lurching wrote: »
    Shut-lines along the sides of the bonnet align, but the lights and bumper don't. Something fishy going on there.

    drivers seat plastic surround is also cracked heavily, possibly from a side airbag


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    #69
    Eric Cartman
    Registered Users Posts: 26,283 ✭✭✭✭Eric Cartman


    Lurching wrote: »
    How about this one?
    Nice to see an LS430 in this price region. Father had a new one years ago. Very comfortable, if a bit ugly.
    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/5050070
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    the only time an irish ad has ever said 'fully loaded' and meant it. Has the adaptive suspension on it too, which is a very expensive system to fix if it breaks, would need to be checked.


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    #70
    Lurching
    Registered Users Posts: 1,239 ✭✭✭Lurching


    Eric Cartman wrote: »
    the only time an irish ad has ever said 'fully loaded' and meant it. Has the adaptive suspension on it too, which is a very expensive system to fix if it breaks, would need to be checked.

    Everything in them is mechanical, right down to the door and boot closers (close the doors to the first latch, and it pulls it all the way closed).
    I know of one in which the steering wheel adjustment motor seized, so it was stuck at its highest setting. Fixed under warranty though.

    Reliability of a Toyota but with a hell of a lot more to go wrong.


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    #71
    rocky
    Registered Users Posts: 2,953 ✭✭✭rocky


    http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/lexus-ls430/5182583

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    #72
    Marcusm
    Registered Users Posts: 10,184 ✭✭✭✭Marcusm


    rocky wrote: »
    Not prestige, but 3l V6, heated leather, xenons, rear privacy blind :cool:

    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/5144918

    If it's good enough for the president of France, surely it ranks as a luxobarge.


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    #73
    rocky
    Registered Users Posts: 2,953 ✭✭✭rocky


    Marcusm wrote: »
    If it's good enough for the president of France, surely it ranks as a luxobarge.

    In fairness he's restricted by notions like 'patriotism' and such.'twould give him a bad imagine to be driven in anything non-French...


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    #74
    Marcusm
    Registered Users Posts: 10,184 ✭✭✭✭Marcusm


    rocky wrote: »
    In fairness he's restricted by notions like 'patriotism' and such.'twould give him a bad imagine to be driven in anything non-French...

    True but that's why they take it in turns to produce a high end car. With the exception of the Vel Satis, I think they've been pretty successful. Citroen suspensions aside, I don't think they'll ever be groundbreaking like the S Class but certainly capable of matching up to an S Type!


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    #75
    Capt'n Midnight
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators, Science, Health & Environment Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 90,714 Mod ✭✭✭✭Capt'n Midnight


    http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mercedes-E320-Cdi-/230997858684?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item35c88b997c :pac:
    “standard mercedes rust on arches etc - as expected from a vehicle of this fine vintage - also a couple of dinks from a scrape with bambi, and the missuses foot.

    Current bid:
    £155,300.00 :eek:


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    #76
    Sobanek
    Closed Accounts Posts: 3,354 ✭✭✭Sobanek


    I'll give him 5p :pac:


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    #77
    For Forks Sake
    Registered Users Posts: 11,472 ✭✭✭✭For Forks Sake


    Capt'n Midnight wrote: »
    http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mercedes-E320-Cdi-/230997858684?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item35c88b997c :pac:

    Current bid:
    £155,300.00 :eek:

    The Q&A section is fantastic.


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    #78
    mike65
    Closed Accounts Posts: 88,978 ✭✭✭✭mike65


    I hope someone gets landed with that offer (what happens legally speaking? Can you claim its a joke bid because you were taken in by the tone of the ad)


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    #79
    rocky
    Registered Users Posts: 2,953 ✭✭✭rocky


    http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/honda-legend-auto/3756691

    Honda Legend 2750

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    And a 3l Laguna for 560

    http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/rare-laguna-3-0-v6-titronic-nctd-chea/5035006


    I think this is great value for money, others like it (without wide sat nav) are asking 2.5k more. A bit over the 4k limit... Someone said they were asking 3950 yesterday, I don't believe it :)

    http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/05-bmw-530-factory-m-sport/5190957

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    #80
    Marcusm
    Registered Users Posts: 10,184 ✭✭✭✭Marcusm


    To be a barge, I think it would have to be a 7 series.


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    #81
    NobodyImportant
    Registered Users Posts: 585 ✭✭✭NobodyImportant


    Legend is a sweet luxobarge, but thats asking a lot of money for one.


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    #82
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    NobodyImportant wrote: »
    Legend is a sweet luxobarge, but thats asking a lot of money for one.

    The Legend is one thirsty bus in comparison to similar sized barges. :eek:


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    #83
    galwaytt
    Registered Users Posts: 12,761 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    You can argue whether a 9-5 is a luxobarge or not. Ordinarily.

    But when it's a 3.0 petrol turbo, and flappy paddle gearbox - and both heated - and cooled ! - leather seats, it's definitely not yer average 9-5.

    In any other universe I'd buy it, but it's simply not do-able for me atmo, which is a pity: this is the nearest thing you'll find to a new one, condition-wise (interior). See it HERE.

    Connection to me ? - it's my brother's....... :( sad day all-round :(

    Not mentioned in the ad (???) is the fact that it is NCT'd, had highest spec Koni's fitted a while ago and fitted with LPG as well.

    The LPG kit alone cost 1100 last year: rip it out, sell it on, and the car would be for free !!

    Ode To The Motorist

    “And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road” 



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    #84
    Top Dog
    Registered Users Posts: 4,160 ✭✭✭Top Dog


    galwaytt wrote: »
    Connection to me ? - it's my brother's....... :( sad day all-round :(

    Not mentioned in the ad (???) is the fact that it is NCT'd, had highest spec Koni's fitted a while ago and fitted with LPG as well.

    The LPG kit alone cost 1100 last year: rip it out, sell it on, and the car would be for free !!
    If it were my brother I'd be straight on the blower to him to tell him to include the LPG/NCT info and bump the price closer to 2k! :eek:


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    #85
    Jesus.
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 4,794 ✭✭✭Jesus.


    galwaytt wrote: »
    You can argue whether a 9-5 is a luxobarge or not. Ordinarily.

    The old ones no. But the last one, at 197 inches, I think it qualifies.


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    #86
    galwaytt
    Registered Users Posts: 12,761 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    Jesus. wrote: »
    The old ones no. But the last one, at 197 inches, I think it qualifies.

    ...LOL - size matters, huh ?

    ...at least with the older ones you can run them on a pittance. They made an awful lot of them, over a long period. Running gear and the like of a lot of parts can be found in breakers everywhere.

    The latter ones however...........wouldn't fancy having to buy certain parts for them.....

    Ode To The Motorist

    “And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road” 



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    #87
    rovoagho
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 1,151 ✭✭✭rovoagho


    True, but they're gorgeous cars. On my wish list, and damn the possibilities.

    I'd suggest removing the word "mint" from that ad, unless the car actually tastes or smells minty. It's a stupid word, most often used by stupid people, entirely incorrectly.


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    #88
    Matt Simis
    Registered Users Posts: 8,718 ✭✭✭Matt Simis


    Ok this is my advert, but I really should start selling off some cars these days and this is the thread for it, so..
    http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/bmw-7-series-740i-nctd/5216949
    VIN and Factory Spec list in PDF format, click here.

    I think its priced well, its a top-notch example of a fantastic car.


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    #89
    Marcusm
    Registered Users Posts: 10,184 ✭✭✭✭Marcusm


    Matt Simis wrote: »
    Ok this is my advert, but I really should start selling off some cars these days and this is the thread for it, so..
    http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/bmw-7-series-740i-nctd/5216949

    I think its priced well, its a top-notch example of a fantastic car.

    Looks great; great condition for 13 years old. Not gone on the colour but if you get desperate before the "emigration", let me know your lowest price. Would probably prefer the 850.


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    #90
    Matt Simis
    Registered Users Posts: 8,718 ✭✭✭Matt Simis


    Marcusm wrote: »
    Looks great; great condition for 13 years old. Not gone on the colour but if you get desperate before the "emigration", let me know your lowest price. Would probably prefer the 850.
    Thanks I do too. :D Though I frequently get the feeling people underestimate the value/cost of an 850CSi!
    Landed cost of an 850CSi is approx EUR22k, its an entirely different league! The LHD models are even more expensive.


    Silver wouldnt be my preference either were I spec'ing it, but man are silver cars easy to clean and live with.


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    #91
    Marcusm
    Registered Users Posts: 10,184 ✭✭✭✭Marcusm


    Landed is not really an issue for me as I still live in London abeit with at least 25% of time in Dublin. That being said I am seriously considering breaking my 12 cyl virginity with the car below. Not sure if it'd be too clinical; seem to recall you see the v8 as the sweetspot.

    http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201305317040866/sort/default/usedcars/fuel-type/petrol/engine-size-cars/5lplus/model/phaeton/make/volkswagen/onesearchad/used/onesearchad/nearlynew/onesearchad/new/radius/1500/page/1/postcode/se14tx?logcode=p


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