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Re: The end of my Coupe
[Re: Theresa]
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19/05/2016 10:43
19/05/2016 10:43
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Every self-respecting adult wants be able to manage their problems themselves. I'm the same. Never ask for help and struggle on but I'm satisfied when I sort it all out From another angle, if John's location is doable, why not just ask him for a quote to sort the problem out and get the car made safe again. He seems to be a fair business man and then you would both have something out of it. Might be better than investing in a different car that proves to be problematic too. Better the devil you know and all that ... just a thought.
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Re: The end of my Coupe
[Re: neil_r]
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19/05/2016 10:55
19/05/2016 10:55
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proccy
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As an end to my involvement in this all i'll say is - if you want any help in the future T you only have to ask. I sense you wavering Kidding ffs
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Re: The end of my Coupe
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19/05/2016 13:22
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On a serious note Steven ,
Any chance of you buying me that beer .
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Re: The end of my Coupe
[Re: Theresa]
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19/05/2016 13:35
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Hey T, I don't know you personally (hardly post these days) but I think that (maybe?) I know enough about you from your prolific posting. Just wanted to say we can't battle life all alone. Yes, there is pride in doing things ourselves and saying "I did it my way" etc, but we always owe our successes and joys in some degree to the kindness of others, and in return others owe their successes to us etc and that's the way the world keeps happily turning and lives get fulfilled. I urge you to take up John's offer (BTW top man, John!). It's just one human being nice to another, and this is the sort of stuff that makes the world a nice place to live in. It's also as much, if not more, of a pleasure to be able to help someone you care for than to receive help. Keep that car on the road T. For your sake, and for all our sakes. Please start a story of redemption, and not waste!
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Re: The end of my Coupe
[Re: Theresa]
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19/05/2016 13:49
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Nice try, but I sense the Lady is not for turning
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Re: The end of my Coupe
[Re: Nigel]
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19/05/2016 14:53
19/05/2016 14:53
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Hi T
I understand that you might have reasons for still allowing the Coupe to go, despite John's generous offer. Life changes and people move on.
However, if its a bit of pride that's stopping you from accepting, then please think again.
I'm a firm believer that people reap what they sow. Plenty of Coupes have gone to the scrappy over the last few years, but very few from such a devotee to the Coupe "cause". Without you and the small band of people that run the Club and the forum, this place simply wouldn't exist and we'd all be the poorer for it.
Its just a shame that the work needed doesn't involve some mechanical parts, otherwise I'd be happy to help out from our stock at Motormech.
Regardless, I think the President of the Fiat Coupe Club UK should accept a bit of heartfelt recompense for the countless hours that you've selflessly committed to other people over the years.
Pretty sure everyone will respect your decision whichever direction you choose There's nothing I could disagree with there Nigel but it's only fair to say that all the 'conspirators' that I know of have called off the chase now, being faced with the prospect of losing a good friend.............memories of "You wouldn't like me when I'm angry..." Impressive - one lady vs. 'the rest'
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Re: The end of my Coupe
[Re: Edinburgh]
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19/05/2016 16:29
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Re: The end of my Coupe
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19/05/2016 16:39
19/05/2016 16:39
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There's nothing I could disagree with there Nigel but it's only fair to say that all the 'conspirators' that I know of have called off the chase now, being faced with the prospect of losing a good friend.
Fair point, well made. I just felt I need to put in my two penn'orth while I had the chance
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Re: The end of my Coupe
[Re: jimbob13]
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20/05/2016 02:05
20/05/2016 02:05
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Downhillryder - thanks, you seem to understand my thoughts Lol at proccy and Edinburgh Nobody would lose me as a friend just by offering to help, it's just that everything seemed to be going too far. Thanks Nigel - I wish it was just mechanical, that's solved a lot easier. I am thinking of different solutions, as I don't want to move on, I love my car, but honestly, the cost of everything needed and time involved is far too much, even if I accepted people offers of help. I will be doing my best to stay in a Coupe for many years to come, even if it doesn't end up being in the Coupe I have now, I want to stay a Coupe owner. I have no other reasons to move on to another car other than mine is f**ked. The Alfa 147 is just something I would be buying if I couldn't get anything sorted by November. Ideally, what I need, is another Sprint Blue Coupe with a good shell (especially underneath). Even if the engine, etc., is knackered, that's fine as I can get mine put in it. I can then swap my bodykit, number plate, etc all on to that and pretend all this didn't happen So, if you all want to help me, find me a dead cheap Sprinty please
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Re: The end of my Coupe
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20/05/2016 08:19
20/05/2016 08:19
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glenn1960
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Check out Steve Rs on facebook, selling a 20vt for 2 grand, looks to be a bargain . Sprint blue as well ! .........offer this one 500
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Re: The end of my Coupe
[Re: Nigel]
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20/05/2016 09:05
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I just felt I need to put in my two penn'orth while I had the chance
You beat me to it and did a job I could of only hoped to match. Don't discount the offer of help so soon. Keep thinking on it. It would be terrible to see you Coupe less
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Re: The end of my Coupe
[Re: Theresa]
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20/05/2016 11:16
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glenn1960
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20vt just been listed on ebay 1997, sprinty, just a grand if that helps?
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Re: The end of my Coupe
[Re: Theresa]
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20/05/2016 11:22
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Is this shell worth checking out:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Fiat-Coupe-20V-Turbo-Breaking-/191872933008?hash=item2cac849c90:g:vT0AAOSwQNRXLOLR
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Re: The end of my Coupe
[Re: Theresa]
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20/05/2016 11:31
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glenn1960
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2 on gumtree.....sprinty 1500 quid,or a silver one in the midlands for 600 quid
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Re: The end of my Coupe
[Re: Theresa]
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20/05/2016 12:43
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Firstly i'm gutted to hear about this, for as long as I can recall you have been at events, a core part of the club, the forum. So to see you coupeless is a loss to us all. Make no mistake the offers above are not done so out of pity, you reap what you sow and you have been tearing up fields for years. Knowing how head strong you are I know my words wont change your mind but all the same its truly amazing to see so many members of the club reaching out to help both with parts, advice and the offer of funds. Its humbling to see people put aside there differences to help a long standing member in need.
I know you will stick around, and I understand your reasons for walking away, long term running costs can catch up on you and these arent cheep cars to run.
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Re: The end of my Coupe
[Re: Theresa]
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04/07/2016 22:32
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glenn1960
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sprinty on gumtree in manchester for 350 quid, needs engine swap, cheap though at 350
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Re: The end of my Coupe
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04/07/2016 22:43
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sprinty on gumtree in manchester for 350 quid, needs engine swap, cheap though at 350 Gumtree link Sellers name is Graham so must be genuine
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Re: The end of my Coupe
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05/07/2016 01:35
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sprinty on gumtree in manchester for 350 quid, needs engine swap, cheap though at 350 Thanks glenn and thanks for remembering this thread too and my need for another sprinty However, I've made a deal with someone regarding another Coupe and hope to pick it up in a couple of weeks time. Would have been sooner, but trying to juggle things around my jobs is a pain. Been trying to keep it low key until I actually go and get it, but all will be revealed soon Nothing really exciting to anyone else, but I'm happy and I think it's my best option given time, money and circumstances. Otherwise, the one you've mentioned would have been ideal
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Re: The end of my Coupe
[Re: pinin_prestatyn]
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05/07/2016 13:58
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I've only just found this as I don't come on here too often but Bloody Hell T I couldn't believe it! You are the Mother of FCCUK (aka mother Theresa :D) I'm sure you'd have gone with Johnny's offer if Proccy hadn't said you had to stop at his Hope everything works out for you T and if it does come to a rescue fund count me in too.
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