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wanting to buy thoughts please #1066871
09/07/2010 11:55
09/07/2010 11:55

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hi guys im new to the coupe was looking at getting one last year but couldnt get insurance. have been very patient and now can get the insurance ... wooooo haha

what are you thought on this looks ok imo

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FIAT-COUPE-20V-TUR...b#ht_920wt_1137

thanks

peachey

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1066875
09/07/2010 12:00
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By the time you have spent £450 + on belts, god knows how much to sort out the rust and damage to the RQP, replaced the seats with leather its simply not worth it
Its cheep, and its cheep for a reason, at least the avert is very honest in that respect so hats off to the seller here

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1066878
09/07/2010 12:01
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Hi Peachey welcome to the forum.

Once you factor in cambelt change, cracked manifold and dodgy bodywork (what's the deal with the stickers on the damaged rear 3/4 panel??) it doesn't look like much of a bargain anymore.

On the positive side it is the best colour laugh


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Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: samsite999] #1066879
09/07/2010 12:02
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I'd give that one a miss if I'm honest. Looks rather shabby.


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Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: gj88] #1066893
09/07/2010 12:15
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Leave it, you can get something very together for the total you'd be shelling out on that. £1500 buys you a lot of solid together coops in these times. Sad for us owners (if we are looking to sell), but great for potential purchasers!

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: Hovedan] #1066899
09/07/2010 12:18
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thanks for the advice thanks guys only problem is funds are low. so off to bank for a loan me thinks

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1066902
09/07/2010 12:22
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Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1066904
09/07/2010 12:23
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Honestly time!

If your going to struggle to find the 1.5-2k needed for the coupe, then struggle with the insurance don't buy one would be the best advice I can offer.
For the most part there solid reliable cars BUT there not cheep to fix or service.
I could go on for pages but Im just going to point you to a wonderful post written by our own Neil

http://www.fiatcoupeclub.org/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=931827#Post931827

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1066905
09/07/2010 12:27
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Originally Posted By: peachey


Which one? The link goes to a page of six coupés for me?

Oh, and read this: good, solid, realistic advice on buying a coupé!


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Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: stan] #1066940
09/07/2010 12:58
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On the cheap green coupe are there 2 tailpipes on the exhaust??? rolleyes



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Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: bezzer] #1066968
09/07/2010 13:32
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The green one was previous listed saying it had a blown turbo, which it no longer says, so its either fixed or they forgot to mention it again rolleyes

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1067333
09/07/2010 23:03
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I guess it depends why you want a Coupe?

If insurance is an issue perhaps opt for a 16V NA?

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1067337
09/07/2010 23:12
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It doesn't mention whether the car has been modified but there is a boost gauge in the dash and a "huge amount of power".

If it is modded you would need to think about what that might do to the insurance and the longevity of the car.

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: skinflint] #1067593
10/07/2010 17:19
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thanks for the advice guys much appreciated ohnestly it is.
insurance isnt an issue as thats been quoted and im happy with the price what you tink of these £1500 each one is apparently on here?

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/a.../true?logcode=p

and

http://www.trade-it.co.uk/cars-fiat-coup...BO-9595598.html

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1067646
10/07/2010 19:13
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Second one looks sound, but as always check recent service history as you could easily face spending the £1500 again inside a few months if belts and work is required for mot etc...

Nice colour smile

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: Hovedan] #1067669
10/07/2010 20:54
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I'd go for the one that Edz has just put up at £1695...

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1067797
11/07/2010 02:35
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Whatever you get.......take someone with you because if you don't, you will overlook all the faults,if there are any and just buy it.
Made that mistake before before with an MR2 Turbo.
Beautiful looking car but a dog I found out later.
Paul

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1067945
11/07/2010 13:30
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I'm going to look at second one tommorow. Belts etc don't scare mr to much as I can use a spanner lol done a full custom engine change on a megane just want somthing as a lil project so to speak thanks guys

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1068083
11/07/2010 17:24
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Spiderscotts in the for sale thread too, as well?

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: Hovedan] #1068937
13/07/2010 10:38
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i have 2 in for sale section & would sell the red coupe for about £1500 & its had most of the work done or i would take about £600 on black coupe if you fancy a project...


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Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: HD3Coupe] #1069705
14/07/2010 14:48
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going to look at this tomorrow just spoke to the guy sounds genuine cambelt was done at 64k anyone recognise this?

thanks

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1069710
14/07/2010 14:55
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If the cambelt was done at 64K, then it'll be ready for another (if you mean the one two or three posts upward).


Check the clutch, turbo, wishbones and CV joints. Look at the oil colour, check the oil cooler and pipes, look for accident damage front and rear (front cross member & rear where the spare wheel sits)

There is also a how to on buying a coop.

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1069730
14/07/2010 15:28
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really sorry ment to add this link http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/sales/1799444.htm

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1070292
15/07/2010 16:01
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bump!

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1070296
15/07/2010 16:11
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Not much to say, go take a look and see. If its as good as he says its worth the money.

Take the buyers guide along just in case and make sure you HPI check before buying.


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Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: sugerbear] #1070432
15/07/2010 21:46
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Gold wheels, after having a good look at the photo's, i kinda think the wheels suit the green !...Nice little touch with the filler cap as well!.........seems a fine car (if the description is genuine!)

However, i aint to keen on the scotts green !! personal opinion.

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1070572
16/07/2010 09:24
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just to let you know im the proud new owner of this car laugh
seems like a minter very good condidition only 1 paint scratch on front bumper:O

well i hope to be seeing more of you all

anyone from swindon?

lee

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1070582
16/07/2010 09:32
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Congrats on your purchase Lee smile

Which one did you buy in the end, the gold wheels one?

Gareth

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1070611
16/07/2010 10:04
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Nice one
Welcome to the fold matey.
paul

Re: wanting to buy thoughts please [Re: ] #1070657
16/07/2010 11:03
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yea the one with the gold touches laugh

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