SmithyInWelly

It's bordering on criminal... I know, buyer beware and all that, but jeez.

On 6/27/2018 at 4:40 AM, Driftit said:

I'm going through all that sh*t right now.  

Sorry to hear, hope it works out ok in the end - or better than

It's easy to speculate when it's not your money. If yours is worth $8k then the E91 I've just listed on here must be worth at least nine, probably ten - which is where I'll pitch it if I do advertise it more broadly.

11 hours ago, Jacko said:

I took redundancy a few years ago, company made a total goatfridge of the whole process, but totally worth it in the end...( couldnt even get rid of staff properly, how the hell are the supposed to keep em...).

 

And going out on the piss with all ya mates that also got made redundant and got a big wad of cash is always a good idea   

 

If only it always worked out like that Jacko - not in this case for me... I'm the only one and there's no payout (to speak of).

But I have a got a great opportunity to shift my career direction a little, which is a good thing!

On this wee ti: https://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1609419597  - the start button is the one that really impresses me!

Cheers Graham - it's rarely a nice thing to go through, however it plays out... though like many clouds it can have a silver lining

Redundancy.

And having to go through "the process" when the outcome of said process is crystal bluddy clear.

I'll keep an eye out - may soon be in the market for a cheap run around ?

Bugger!

(and well done).

I had one of that spec/colour when I lived in Brissy - was a great little run around. Cheap and chuckable!

GLWS

Welcome Geords!

i agree with much of the feedback above. Older Beemers need some loving... you need to be prepared to invest the time and/or money to keep it on the road and enjoy driving it. The critical mix of budget/engagement/ability/need will dictate what you want, and what you can get.

Sometimes what we want isn't achievable and we need to get something else in the meantime, until the budget or time resource can catch up - I was in a similar position and bought an e39 525i initially (after owning an e36 318ti some years earlier in Aussie), then quickly wanting more power and a better drive but not having the $$$$ to get it. I bought a $5k Accord Euro; thrashed it as a daily for a year whilst saving another $5k then selling it for $5k and buying my e91...

Now I'm at that "more power" point again so may have to repeat the process to save up and get a 335i... sometimes you have to play a long game ?

For those who are all about the (Sky) sport: https://www.radionz.co.nz/news/business/358727/spark-customers-win-deal-on-sky-sports-coverage

I'm sure I can get the Discovery Turbo stuff online somewhere? Or find more YT channels.

Anyone seen Edd China's new stuff since he ditched Wheeler Dealers?

I saw some coverage of the "split" but that was a while ago now and I've not heard/seen anything from either since. WD had gone to shite since it went to the States.

That's a lot of V8 for $9k.

It makes me laugh that people invite realistic offers but provide no indication what they view a realistic offer to be. That coupled with the sellers attitude would count me out.

Also interesting that they mention the bad pixels being an inexpensive fix yet they've not bothered doing on their "pride and joy".

Nice car yeah, but no thanks.

Hi all

The gas struts in for my window and bootlid are still functioning, but pretty tired. Are they something I'd just replace (ie: buy oem or 2nd hand) or can they get refurbed? 

Cheers

Buy an NZ New e91 330i from Wellington... but seriously - I agree with most of what Kyu says, but most importantly; drive a few different cars/chassis/engines and that'll (hopefully) give you an idea as to what suits your needs, and your taste. Then get the best (or best enough) of that within your budget and what's available ?

Looks a beaut! And gidday from Hutt West (or Whitby if you prefer lol).

They've got an NZ New C32 (low km's not too silly a price) which I saw when I was looking for something for my Dad about 15 months ago. It's still there (nfi why, though $12k for a 16yr old german that looks to most people like their mates Mum's c180 isn't attractive).

G'day Gordon - and welcome... looks like you've a pretty handy fleet there mate!

Damn the JR connection makes me want it more.

The reality of life is a bugger sometimes - new car is third on the current list behind job and house... and I doubt this will be available in a couple of months time when I will have hopefully addressed the first two.

Gah!

10 hours ago, Camu said:

Does anybody want to buy a 2006 330i Touring so I can go buy this? Lol

Almost what he said lol

I best avoid Petone next weekend in case I accidentally buy an M3. Lovely.

Orange is my favourite colour, and I'm not adverse to something different.

But I'm not a chick - nor in the market for a magnet attracting same; so, no.