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What posts? No, really.

A photo and a complaint at the local police should be enough - you are NOT allowed to park blocking a driveway - even your own, apparently!

I spoke to the local AMI manager personally, and they agreed to a value with me and put it as a fixed value, that didn't depreciate. I don't know if they can still do that though - It was about 3 years ago.

Welcome! Make sure you get those pics up! .,.,..

Bugger, can't see pictures at work :-( Welcome though!

Maybe it's been for sale for 7 years and he's just realised it's not worth 65K. In 8 more years, it'll be down to mid 20's...

They must have just installed Oracle... ...That never seems to go well.

Vanos seals won't cause you to leak oil - the oil that makes it past the seals will end up back in the sump. the gasket or aluminium sealing washers could have been leaking, but they don't really affect the operation of the Vanos (unless the leak is huge, but then you'd have more issues than Vanos!). Usually worn Vanos seals eventually lead to a hunting idle, as the oil pressure stuggles to maintain a constant advance point for the cams. How long ago did you change the seals? Our M54 idled fine before and after, though it was easily stalled, and the idle would hunt a lot while riding the clutch, reversing and the likes, before I did them. You might be paying more attention, looking for faults, because you've made changes, or the car maybe adjusting to things still.

Yep, no TV at our place for about 7 years now. When we stay with friends, the most interesting thing on TV - ads

Alpina Conversion costs about 82 bucks, might have to hunt down an E39 version

580i Touring Maybe Julian could put it in his 540i. THEN supercharge it.

Awesome!

Good E30 conversion

I'd give him a grand for it

True! He's VERY helpful, and listens to what you want. The dealer I called was trying to price the wrong part repeatedly, and that's when I found out Paul can get them. Cheaper AND correct!

I think everybody hates to see someone ripped off. I had my house windows made by RYAN WINDOWS AND DOORS, and they were terrible, poorly made leaky things, they spent 3 months not fixing them very well and cost me thousands of dollars and lost my builder in the process due to work stopping on the build - I took them to disputes tribunal and they didn't bother to turn up. I won the case and didn't pay the remainder (I should have had an entire refund though). I think everyone wants you to have the same outcome. There are a LOT of dodgy people out there, who'd do better by being honest and professional, instead of being sneaky, dodgy, deceitful and greedy. I'm sure you'll be sure to tell all your friends about it..... We have no local RYAN WINDOWS AND DOORS branch anymore

The are overated by some people - they are just an average van. However the price andy's was, wasn't inflated for "reputations" sake. It seemed a pretty honest van for the money (It's was owned by a company up here that had it for a LOOOOOOONG time) People seem to see Hiaces as the best - even our 2006 one at work is VERY avaerage - certainly no Euro van either. But then our replacement is a near $80K VW that our performs it entirely. It should, for that money. I'd say the older Hiaces are far better than the new ones, when you consider the cost!

It's funny - I've seen people do dyno runs, and see no difference (on other forums etc). Ours REALLY felt difference. I can't see how you wouldn't notice it on the chart. Will be good to see results!

However - it sounds like he was not required to sign the rental document - it's that document that gives the rental company permission to make further charges to the card. Without the signed agreement, the has hirer has NOT agreed to pay the extra charges, and the credit card company will do a chargeback, as an unauthorised "purchase". I had someone dispute a charge, I sent a copy of the SIGNED agreement, along with the proof of infringement (speeding, in this case). Credit card company did nothing. Without the agreement, they'd have done a chargeback.

If it doesn't happen (today), then dispute the whole lot. Be sure to leave some nasty reviews

I have managed a "cheap" family rental car company for a few years, about 8 years ago - dunno how much has changed though. We had up to 120 cars, mostly cheapies and a few moving trucks etc. If you signed nothing, you have NOT authorized them to take the repair costs from your credit/debit card (or in fact, ANY charges other than you agreed to on the phone). You have also NOT signed that you agree to their terms and condition on the rear of the rental agreeement. They are obligated to tell you that by signing the agreement, you are agreeing to the terms - they MUST provide you with a copy of the terms, and they MUST give you a copy of the agreement, that you must keep in the car when you are using it during the term of the rental. The details of the insurance must be disclosed in the terms or on the agreement. I only ever had two people read them all, but being honest/responsible I always pointed out the main parts about damage, costs, liability and things that void the insurance. You need to call your bank and tell them what actually happened. ESPECIALLY the part where you didn't sign anything. If they couldn't be there to meet you, they needed to have you sign and fax back a copy. Also say that they did NOT do a walk around with you and mark the existing defects as the car was left out for you to collect after hours, and that you DID notice the crack when you did, but can't confirm if it was there at pickup or not - it was late/dark. The credit card company will put the transaction on hold, and reverse the payment to their account - it will be held in limbo until the problem is sorted. What type of MX5 is it - Glass or palstic rear window? The plastic ones crack when they are rooted, and there is a certain amount of care to be taken - they should have explained the issues or left instructions in the car. If the window was brittle and old, it's probably wear and tear. IF the damage is attributed to something you did, you are responsible to return the vehicle to it's pre-hire condition, NO better/worse. They don't actually HAVE to repair the car, but can charge the FAIR cost of the repair. They can only charge you up to the insurance excess on the rental agreement for "accident" cover - IF you broke the window, and it was an accident, then the excess applies for a single vehicle accident (usually a higher excess). If the window was old, the insurance assessor would likely put it down to wear and tear too. If the rear window is plastic, a canvas repair company should be able to give you an idea of the true repair cost. Read through the terms and conditions of the rental in detail. It should explain what you are and are not liable for. If they were never provided, request, in email, a copy of the agreement for the rental and state you are requesting it because you were not provided with one at the time of collection. If they push, and say you are still liable, be sure to ask them to send you a copy of the rental agreement, so you can prepare a case for the Disputes Tribunal. The chargeback from the Credit card company should be immediate, and the Disputes Tribunal application should be lodged as soon as it's clear there will be no resolution. NZTA info Consumer Affairs

My mate wants one for his 540i Touring.... his Mrs might be a bit upset too.... Perhaps your MRS car needs a very expensive repair she doesn't know about??? wudge wudge, nink nink

I see what you did there I'd sure like some more boxes like that to show up... $$$ though. Mrs back to work next week though Only part time however

School

WAY too shiney - I'll send you a car wash brush - that'll fix it quick smart! Looks awesome!