Hi all,
Just my 2penneth if I may.
I had the sincere pleasure of meeting both Ron and the car last weekend. What can I say? Ron is an absolute diamond and the car is a genuine credit to him. Like all of us when looking for a car purchase, I had a short list in my own thinking of the enevitable little jobs / attemtion that would be needed which would help me to negotiate hard on the price. All I will share is that the journey over to the car in the s8 was both very impressive and enjoyable and awkward. Why awkward? Simply because you realise what a lovely fella Ron is and just how passionate he is about his cars. 10 minutes later and I knew that this car was going to be sold at its asking price. End of story.
As the car was backed up out of its hidey hole, I understood his pride. This A8 is a beauty! Some may recall that a couple of years back I was so fortunate to have bought Ians A8 / s8. That was on a parallel to this car - and that says something!! It would take a (very insensitive!) purist to be capable of pulling faults with this car. And even then it will be something that Ron will have already shared with you!
I hope Ron doesnt mind me sharing that towards the end of our meeting I felt it only right to say "Im not even sure that anyone will ever get you to part with this car Ron?" If you pass Ron's scrutiny then exchange the cash and leave at a healthy but legal speed. DO NOT look in your mirrors as he will be a big bugger running down the road after you shouting something not quite audible through the twin pane glass about "Ive changed my ...socks? ..Pants? ...Mind??!!"
I couldnt be fair to Ron and ask him to hold the car indefinately for me. Just now I feel a little bitter and sore that it feels life has kicked me in the nutts yet again with owning a special A8. Maybe I should just sign up to be first in the queue for the s8?? lol
If you are genuinely looking for an awesome a8 then I would suggest you at least drop Ron a PM and have a chat. Whereever you are in the country, this car will be well worth your time and travel.
Ron, will you please paypal that promised £5 sellers fee over to me sir? Im on
makingendsmeet@aol.uk/com/gutted.