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Old 6th June 2015, 09:27 AM
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Hi Mike

If it's never had a gearbox service then I would certainly do that and run the car about a bit to make sure all is well - you'll definitely get the cost of that job back in piece of mind for the new owner.

Paint bits - I'd be tempted to advertise 'warts and all' (not that there's much there!) as some prospective owners may not be worried if they intend to park in the street or put miles on the car. Those who are might prefer to have their own 'paint man' do the job.

I guess it's a balance of hassle vs potential reward? A Pistonheads ad would probably be a good idea if you want to aim at the higher end of the value range, as you're more likely to find a buyer.

I would certainly expect you to better the offers you had previously selling at this time of year
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Old 6th June 2015, 09:33 AM
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Yes, I'd agree with Adrian on that as a gearbox fluid change can be "kill or cure".

If I was paying good money for such a car I'd like to see evidence that had been done and the car used significantly afterwards to confirm it was still OK.
If it's not done and fully bedded in it's a big risk that a well-informed new owner would (should) use to negotiate.

I'd probably also agree with him on the paintwork, unless you're selling at a real premium - usually just commercial sellers.

Did you mention a missing seat button? I'd DEFINITELY fix things like that before sale.
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Old 6th June 2015, 09:55 AM
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Thanks for the input gents. Yes I agree, the gearbox service is definitely on the cards especially as it doesn't cost an awful lot. I'm confident this won't harm the gearbox in any way as it really is silky smooth and faultless. As for the seat switch, I've been looking for one of those for a while, but I'm struggling to find one, in the correct colour of course!
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Old 6th June 2015, 05:39 PM
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Thanks for the input gents. Yes I agree, the gearbox service is definitely on the cards especially as it doesn't cost an awful lot. I'm confident this won't harm the gearbox in any way as it really is silky smooth and faultless. As for the seat switch, I've been looking for one of those for a while, but I'm struggling to find one, in the correct colour of course!
Did you try the forum sponsors? The colour combo is the same as mine and , although the leather is 'silver grey', I think the seat bas and switches might be the more common 'platinum'.

I am so tempted to buy this 'twin' car, but SWMBO might kill me!
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Old 6th June 2015, 06:23 PM
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I haven't contacted them direct no, I'll call them when I get back home.

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Did you try the forum sponsors? The colour combo is the same as mine and , although the leather is 'silver grey', I think the seat bas and switches might be the more common 'platinum'.

I am so tempted to buy this 'twin' car, but SWMBO might kill me!
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Old 3rd July 2015, 07:16 AM
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I'm back home now. The car has been fully valeted, and will have a fresh 12mths mot as of Monday. I have a genuine engine oil and filter here, so I may as well do that over the weekend. Viewing welcome from Tuesday onwards.
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Old 7th July 2015, 11:37 PM
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Old 8th July 2015, 06:44 AM
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Congratulations, hopefully a forum member bought it? And if that's not the case you told the buyer all about this forum?
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Old 8th July 2015, 08:10 AM
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Glad to hear it - looking forward to it turning up on here with its new owner
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Old 8th July 2015, 10:07 AM
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The car went to a true enthusiast, it couldn't have gone to a better home and I'm really happy about that. I was truly sad to see it being driven away, one of the few cars to have that affect on me. Sorry guys but I didn't mention this forum to him!
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