Marcus GTE Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 Congrats on the news bud, welcome to the club! I really hope you get something sorted so you don't need to sell mate. Fingers crossed for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 Not high mileage!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Supes Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 I'd price this at 13k if it was mine and wouldn't let it go for anything less than 12k. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadMax2042 Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 Wrong gearbox for me but the rest is perfect. Not in a position to purchase right now but will PM you my contact details as I am seriously interested in this and am just awaiting an insurance payout. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Supes Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 Wrong gearbox for me but the rest is perfect. Not in a position to purchase right now but will PM you my contact details as I am seriously interested in this and am just awaiting an insurance payout. Defo worth a test drive. Could well change your mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony tt Posted December 29, 2014 Author Share Posted December 29, 2014 Thanks for the Congrats guys. Yeah Simon kept it well and I've just kept going with the care for it. Ryan G said when he was mapping it it in very good condition underneath etc for having 160k ish on it. It's had some good loving over the years I've owned it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham1984 Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 It honestly is one of the best experiences ever to be a father, really kicks you back and you take new perspective of life... mainly in the fact you sold your car. Fixed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 Really difficult to value, as it's a great looking car, but the mileage will count against it. What is the spec of the turbo and manifold?? I'd say £9-10k realistically. Any more than that and you're into decent 6 speed money, almost VVTi 6 speed money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony tt Posted December 29, 2014 Author Share Posted December 29, 2014 Really difficult to value, as it's a great looking car, but the mileage will count against it. What is the spec of the turbo and manifold?? I'd say £9-10k realistically. Any more than that and you're into decent 6 speed money, almost VVTi 6 speed money. It was a new kit from Whiffin. 60mm Borg Warner and Whiffin Zircotec coated manifold. It's done about 1500miles since the build. Pulls like a Train! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted December 30, 2014 Share Posted December 30, 2014 Beautiful car Tony, it reminds me of my old one (that I still have but it's awaiting collection). I am with Jay on this one £9 - 10K. I would be proud to pull onto any car park in that though mate. H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott-tt Posted December 30, 2014 Share Posted December 30, 2014 Car looks awesome. Don't worry about the mileage if I had that sort of cash I'd buy it glws Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz6002 Posted December 30, 2014 Share Posted December 30, 2014 It's all about finding the right buyer, but I'd say the above upper estimates are possible if it's as clean as it looks. Lovely motor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony tt Posted December 30, 2014 Author Share Posted December 30, 2014 Thanks Guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus GTE Posted December 30, 2014 Share Posted December 30, 2014 It is as clean as it looks- £10k would be a steal for this car IMO, more like the £14k mark but don't really want to help you sell it so that's enough of that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abtin90 Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 I don't think the mileage would put an enthusiast off. These cars are old now and I'd rather buy a well looked after one that's in good condition with high miles, than a low mileage neglected car that may have even been clocked. I think £12k is a good price. There have been a few tt6 singles that have sold for around the £17k mark so £12k sounds spot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony tt Posted December 31, 2014 Author Share Posted December 31, 2014 12 is a fair assessment I'd say. I don't see the mileage as an issue we all know what these cars are capable of if kept maintained. This one is no different to most with the level of care it's had over the years. It's done average miles for its age and let's be honest it's no trailer queen these things are to be driven and enjoyed. I hope I don't need to sell but if I do someone is getting a lovely car. A little animal of a street car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 It was a new kit from Whiffin. 60mm Borg Warner and Whiffin Zircotec coated manifold. It's done about 1500miles since the build. Pulls like a Train! Great spec turbo kit You could offset peoples potential fears about the mileage by having a bleed down or compression test done on the engine. Given the high spec of the single conversion parts, and with a very good result from the engine test, I would maybe stick it on the market at £12,500, with a view to getting £10,500-£12k. It is a lovely car, but any more than £12k is unrealistic IMO. It is still a high mileage auto, and the mileage has an effect on much more than just the engine - the suspension bushes, gearbox, diff, engine/trans mounts etc all suffer from use. And while they may be fine now, they are a higher risk of needing replacement than a lower mileage car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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