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New Daily - Classic Or Modern?

  • 02-04-2012 2:41pm
    #1
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭


    Did a deal today with a lad on the 7er - really not sure I should let it go but the tax is bloody killing me @ €475 / qtr.

    Anyhow it's time for something new so I'm considering a Classic Ford or maybe something more modern? The budget is €2500 with max engine size 3L on a 30+ y/o car or 2.2 on a modern.

    What I've in my head now is either a Capri or a 520 but open to suggestions.....


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  • #2
    Deson
    Closed Accounts Posts: 41 ✭Deson


    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/2804417 - Who doesn't want one of these?
    or if an estate isn't your thing http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/3050605


  • #3
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    Had an E30 before and as much as I like them would rather try something else.

    Thanks anyhow!;)


  • #4
    -Corkie-
    Closed Accounts Posts: 10,025 ✭✭✭✭-Corkie-


    A nice TDi.....:D:D


  • #5
    Gary ITR
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16,801 ✭✭✭✭Gary ITR


    What about something a bit quirky?

    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/vintagecars/2712969


  • #6
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    Gary ITR wrote: »
    What about something a bit quirky?

    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/vintagecars/2712969

    Wouldn't really be me man - I need something a bit more agressive! :D

    Keep 'em coming though.


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  • #7
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    Spent the whole evening trawling DD & CZ looking for something interesting, no joy! :(


  • #8
    Voodoomelon
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,661 ✭✭✭Voodoomelon


    No beatin the 7er with that budget! :D


  • #9
    Gary ITR
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16,801 ✭✭✭✭Gary ITR


    Something like this

    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/2711067


  • #10
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    Voodoomelon wrote: »
    No beatin the 7er with that budget! :D

    Dude, you would cry if I told you what I let the 7er go for! :(
    Gary ITR wrote: »
    Something like this

    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/2711067

    Always kinda liked them in fairness! :)


  • #11
    galwaytt
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,822 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    MCMLXXV wrote: »
    Did a deal today with a lad on the 7er - really not sure I should let it go but the tax is bloody killing me @ €475 / qtr.

    Anyhow it's time for something new so I'm considering a Classic Ford or maybe something more modern? The budget is €2500 with max engine size 3L on a 30+ y/o car or 2.2 on a modern.

    What I've in my head now is either a Capri or a 520 but open to suggestions.....

    Audi TT or S3 ? Cheap, and only 1.8 tax AND modern.

    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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  • #12
    Gary ITR
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16,801 ✭✭✭✭Gary ITR


    MCMLXXV wrote: »


    Always kinda liked them in fairness! :)


    Has to be a G60 Supercharged though


  • #13
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    Gary ITR wrote: »
    Has to be a G60 Supercharged though

    C'mere 'till I asks ya:

    I haven't had anthing Jappo since I got rid of the Supra's years back. Anthing there I should be looking at that's interesting, relatively powerful and not mega tax? No scroatmobiles now and nothing that's been thrased!

    EDIT: Pretty hard to find all the above in Jap Scrap! :o


  • #14
    Gary ITR
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16,801 ✭✭✭✭Gary ITR


    Accord TypeR could be had for your budget, nice, understated and very comfy and uber reliable


  • #15
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    galwaytt wrote: »
    Audi TT or S3 ? Cheap, and only 1.8 tax AND modern.

    Belt away and post up examples. I'm not too worried about fuel consumption as I do pretty low mileage but I've a serious bee in my bonnet with tax right now! ;)


  • #16
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    Gary ITR wrote: »
    Accord TypeR could be had for your budget, nice, understated and very comfy and uber reliable

    Belt up a few links if ya find something half decent! ;)


  • #17
    Gary ITR
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16,801 ✭✭✭✭Gary ITR


    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/3138295

    That's the one there, looks completely standard, just loose the silly sticker on the windscreen


  • #18
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    Gary ITR wrote: »
    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/3138295

    That's the one there, looks completely standard, just loose the silly sticker on the windscreen

    She's quare bling lookin' lad! :eek:


  • #19
    Gary ITR
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16,801 ✭✭✭✭Gary ITR


    MCMLXXV wrote: »
    She's quare bling lookin' lad! :eek:

    Not at all, you're just old


  • #20
    gyppo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,648 ✭✭✭gyppo


    This.............

    Full-10860467.jpeg

    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/vintagecars/3191923


  • #21
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    Gary ITR wrote: »
    Not at all, you're just old

    Funny thing, I love driving the T/A and it grabs major attention but I wouldn't be seen dead in that Accord! :eek:


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  • #22
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    gyppo wrote: »
    This.............

    Full-10860467.jpeg

    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/vintagecars/3191923

    Fine wagon but I'm not old enough for it!

    'Find me a car' thread with a difference this! :)


  • #23
    Voodoomelon
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,661 ✭✭✭Voodoomelon


    Touch over budget but i'm strugglin with €2500.

    no-image-large.gif&width=400&height=300


  • #24
    MuppetCheck
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11,865 ✭✭✭✭MuppetCheck


    You said with a difference and it needs work. I would be slow to pay that price too but...it is different...Ever so slightly...

    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/3140831


  • #25
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    Voodoomelon wrote: »
    Touch over budget but i'm strugglin with €2500.

    Bar a 900T I'm not a Saab fan!
    MuppetCheck wrote: »
    You said with a difference and it needs work. I would be slow to pay that price too but...it is different...Ever so slightly...

    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/3140831

    I would be kilt if I brought that yoke home! :eek:


  • #26
    MuppetCheck
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11,865 ✭✭✭✭MuppetCheck


    MCMLXXV wrote: »
    I would be kilt if I brought that yoke home! :eek:

    You're just being awkward:)


  • #27
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 23,339 ✭✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    Probably won't tickle your fancy but the likes of this.........

    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/3168233

    Full-10744281.jpeg

    ......... is cheap to buy, cheapish to tax and wouldn't be too bad on fuel, you could save a few quid while using it and then get something like this (with a better interior colour) in a year or so :) €1000 less to tax than the 735 was.

    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/vintagecars/2616831

    Full-8300527.jpeg

    A silver Monza with a decent interior would rock my boat, especially on vintage tax :)


  • #28
    ShadowHearth
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,929 ✭✭✭✭ShadowHearth


    Sorry for link, it's from phone. Dunno if it's going to work.

    http://m.carzone.ie/usedcars/index.cfm?fuseaction=car&carID=201203206625414

    Anyway, +1 on accord type-r, you are willing to go 2.2. It's no 7 series, but still a lovely choice.


  • #29
    Voodoomelon
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,661 ✭✭✭Voodoomelon


    Lexus GS300? 3.0l engine though.


  • #30
    Gary ITR
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16,801 ✭✭✭✭Gary ITR


    http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C287517


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  • #31
    Northern Monkey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,593 ✭✭✭Northern Monkey


    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/vintagecars/3162057

    Bargain hard and use the 3 on 2 off method:D


  • #32
    Ardennes1944
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,238 ✭✭✭Ardennes1944


    That accord actually looks nice enough!
    Leon cupra?


  • #33
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    Considering this sold for€2.5k (or less) then this ain't worth near the asking. Not mad about the colur but it would fall under classic tax and with a bit of work could look something like one of these:

    555877_10150692631993221_738838220_9156543_310342642_n.jpg
    549659_10150692631858221_738838220_9156541_83495311_n.jpg
    542393_10150692631783221_738838220_9156540_1913600443_n.jpg
    385580_10150692632148221_738838220_9156544_1133501553_n.jpg


  • #34
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    Gary ITR wrote: »
    http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C287517

    Gooan ask me billix Gary, yeah? :D


  • #35
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    Northern Monkey wrote: »
    http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/vintagecars/3162057

    Bargain hard and use the 3 on 2 off method:D

    Beautiful car and I would take it in a flash but I would be looking at the same tax as the 7er and twice the fuel consump! :(


  • #36
    Gary ITR
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16,801 ✭✭✭✭Gary ITR


    You might find a Manta in budget?


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  • #37
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    Or maybe a white Capri?
    558119_10150692632308221_738838220_9156547_471251636_n.jpg
    554823_10150692632408221_738838220_9156548_1077602193_n.jpg
    BMW%20635%20And%20Capri562792_10150692632203221_738838220_9156545_1501886300_n.jpg


  • #38
    Gary ITR
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16,801 ✭✭✭✭Gary ITR


    Have to say I prefer the Manta myself, the Capri was ruined by Del Trotter!


  • #39
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    Gary ITR wrote: »
    You might find a Manta in budget?

    I would be more in to the Manta than what RJ posted back which I think was a Monza? I'll have a gawk in that direction too! :)


  • #40
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    Gary ITR wrote: »
    Have to say I prefer the Manta myself, the Capri was ruined by Del Trotter!

    Or Terry McCann maybe?


  • #41
    Gary ITR
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16,801 ✭✭✭✭Gary ITR


    MCMLXXV wrote: »
    Or Terry McCann maybe?

    I'm too young for Minder




    :pac:


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  • #42
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    Gary ITR wrote: »
    I'm too young for Minder




    :pac:

    A lot of UK programmes in the 70's and 80's where Ford & Rover heavy. The professional was all Capris and Granadas - you should watch re-runs of this, it's deadly, and I'm sure you're old enough to remember Dempsey & Makepeace? On top of all that my Dad drove Fords all his life hence the interest. ;)


  • #43
    Gary ITR
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16,801 ✭✭✭✭Gary ITR


    MCMLXXV wrote: »
    A lot of UK programmes in the 70's and 80's where Ford & Rover heavy. The professional was all Capris and Granadas - you should watch re-runs of this, it's deadly, and I'm sure you're old enough to remember Dempsey & Makepeace? On top of all that my Dad drove Fords all his life hence the interest. ;)

    Never even heard of Dempsey & Makepeace, I did watch Minder a bit when it was repeated on one of the satellite channels. I do remember all the Fords and Rovers though, even Victor Meldrew had a Rover for a while :D


  • #44
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    Gary ITR wrote: »
    Never even heard of Dempsey & Makepeace, I did watch Minder a bit when it was repeated on one of the satellite channels. I do remember all the Fords and Rovers though, even Victor Meldrew had a Rover for a while :D

    The SD1 cop cars were cool but as much as I like them they're for old men with slippers and a pipe! :D


  • #45
    [Deleted User]
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    Gary ITR wrote: »
    ...... even Victor Meldrew had a Rover for a while :D

    A 216 iirc :)


  • #46
    dgt
    Closed Accounts Posts: 12,985 ✭✭✭✭dgt


    RoverJames wrote: »
    A 216 iirc :)

    I always thought it was a 213... :confused:


  • #47
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    Gary ITR wrote: »
    Never even heard of Dempsey & Makepeace, I did watch Minder a bit when it was repeated on one of the satellite channels. I do remember all the Fords and Rovers though, even Victor Meldrew had a Rover for a while :D

    The SD1 cop cars were cool but as much as I like them they're for old men with slippers and a pipe! :D

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFfFuwd5L5c


  • #48
    colm_mcm
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 73,520 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    dgt wrote: »
    I always thought it was a 213... :confused:

    Think Richard out of keeping up appearances had a 216 as well


  • #49
    conzy
    Subscribers Posts: 6,408 ✭✭✭conzy


    If its a daily driver I would go modern for the comfort / reliability / availability of parts.

    You seem really into your classics and you would feel bad putting mileage up on a nice one id say.


  • #50
    Big Nasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,080 ✭✭✭✭Big Nasty


    colm_mcm wrote: »
    Think Richard out of keeping up appearances had a 216 as well

    Would have taken Onslow's Cortina any day! ;)


  • #51
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 23,339 ✭✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    colm_mcm wrote: »
    Think Richard out of keeping up appearances had a 216 as well

    :o

    That's who I'm thinking of, dunno what Meldrew drove.


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