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        My son and I have need of a MIG Welder.
        
        Does any have such a unit that is surplus to their requirements, 
        that they'd be willing to sell...
        
        I'd be pleased to hear from them. 
        
        My DTN is -830-3197 (home 0491 682009)
    

    Can you help ?
    
    I am trying to get hold of an handbook/manual for a 
    Renault 11 TXE 1700cc A Reg....by Friday of this week !!
    
    If you can help please call me on (7) 830 4599
    
    Thanks in advance,
    
    Rod
    
    

    
    
                            W  A  N   T   E   D
                           """"""""""""""""""""""
                           Mitsubushi Starion
                          2.0 turbo or 2.6 turbo
                     as long as its above an 1987 model
                          must be in good condtion   
    
                           Contact...SCOAYR::CREID
                            or phone 0292 281646
                            

    
    Is there anyone out there willing to loan me a warning triangle ?
    
    I will be needing it from Thursday 27th August and can return it on
    monday 14th September.
    
    
    Nev.  (830)6524

    Is there any kind, benevolent, soul out there who has a video camera that
    they would be prepared to lend to me for the weekend of 20th September ?
    
    If so, please send mail to ESBS01::RUTTER
    				(or John Rutter @SBP on all-in-vain mail)
    				or call me on DTN 782 2547.
    
    
    Also, a question on video cameras/camcorders:
    
    	Do they use the same tripod fitting as normal (35mm, still) cameras ?
    
    J.R.

    re .408
    �	Do they use the same tripod fitting as normal (35mm, still) cameras ?
    
    Yes.
    
    Clive

    Re. .408.409
    
    Tripods do have the same fitting a still camera, but I would recommend
    a much larger more robust model. Camcorders using the VHS or VHS 'C'
    tend to be heavier unless you manage to borrow one of the newer 8mm
    types.
    
    Dave 

    
    This is as good a place as any.
    
    Has anyone actually driven up to AYR ? How far is it and
    what route is recommended ? How long does it take if one
    is strictly adhering to speed limits et cetera ?
    
    I could probably estimate this for myself but my atlas is in
    the car and I can't be bothered to go and get it. Besides
    I thought the response would be quicker here.
    
    Cheers,
    
    JN.

    
    Yeh,I`ve driven to Ayr.It`s about 40 miles away,takes about 45 mins
    on the A71.Hope this helps.
                               Doogz  

    From Reading to Ayr
    
    Head for Oxford,
    A34 --> M40 --> M42 --> M6 --> A74 --> A75 --> A712 --> A713
    
    Approx 400 miles from Reading to Ayr
    
    Clive

    
    Hhmmmmmm. Sorry, I didn't realise that we had Scottish
    contributors. 
    
    -1, thanx.
    
    

Read all about it! Scotland in the UK! Shock horror probe!

Dave :-)

    re.412
    
    Best reply I've seen yet!
    
    Reargards,
    
    Stephen

Autoroute gives the following for Reading to Ayr:

Route 1 : 486 miles 7 hrs 1 min  Quickest
Route 2 : 403 miles 7 hrs 26 min
Route 3 : 401 miles 9 hrs 7 min Shortest
Route 4 : 417 miles 11 hrs Cheapest

Doesn't look like Autoroute knows about the M40.

Mark.

    
    Last time I tried Autoroute it couldn't find the way from Tavistock to
    Exeter. About 2 roads and 30 miles. Also Grantham was missing from the
    earlier versions. It is not sure if the reason was a political dig
    (birthplace of Mrs. Thatcher). But seeing as how the authors were
    recent Oxford graduates this is unlikely.
    
    Chris
    

    � earlier versions. It is not sure if the reason was a political dig
    � (birthplace of Mrs. Thatcher). But seeing as how the authors were
    � recent Oxford graduates this is unlikely.
    
    Isn't Oxford the hotbed of leftist political activity?
    
    Alternatively it might simply suggest that geography isn't taught very
    well at Oxford! :^)
    
    Mark

    Hi all,
    
    I have a Spitfire 1500 (British Racing Green) and would like to get
    hold of a hard top for it. I dont mind whether the top is not coloured
    (ie primered) so that I can spray it myself.
    
    I have inquired at my suppliers and they all cost about 200 (too
    expensive).
    
    I have also asked at Spit Bits and they have some second hand ones that
    I may be interested in (cos they're cheaper).
    
    I just thought it was a good idea to put a note in here as well just in
    case anyone has one they want to sell.
    
    Barry
    

    
    Does anyone in DEC Park (or there abouts) have a new-style Golf GTi
    that I could cadge a ride in? I'm interested to see how it compares
    to the BMW 318i, so any comments also gratefully received.
    
    William.

    WANTED:
    
    For around �2500:
                    
    VW GOLF  with approx 60,000 miles on clock MkII Body, With SunRoof or
             a Convertible (may consider old style body for Convertible)
             13,16 or 1800 - No GTi's please :-) - Full MOT , and I'd prefer
             one with a full service history - and good runner + no body
             rust. Fave Color White... 
                
             This one needs to do for a few years for me - and a lot
    	     of distances - I'll consider picking it up from anywhere in
             the country if its the right vehicle. 
           
           Winton

                         **  C A R   W A N T E D  **

        I'm looking for a reliable car to get me from A to B and back
        again. Something bigger than a Fiesta, smaller than a Granada, it 
    	must be in very good condition with a longish MOT (3 months+), and 
    	a full service history. It should be available (anywhere in UK) 
    	before the end of September.

        Will spend up to 3,500 - but would prefer to spend less ... %^)

        Send mail to ILOV02::SGREEN  or All-in-1 to Steve Green @ ILO
        with a few details if you have, or know of, such a beast.

	Thanks
                                                                  
        

***********  EX LEASE CAR WANTED  *************

Having  just  retired from DEC I am looking to replace my car with an ex 
lease car, preferably one that has been reasonably trouble free for  its 
current owner.

Possible candidates are... hatch/estate/4 door

Citroen BX19RD 

Peugeot 405 Deisel

Audi 80

VW Pasat    etc etc

If  you have anything coming up to the end of it's lease, can you please 
give me a call at home on 0256 20369

Many thanks.       Bill Thompson.  Ex Training.
 

    
    Does anyone live near the Fleet area and drive to DECpark each day ? 
    If so would that kind sole be prepared to pick me up from Fleet 
    railway station and deposit me somewhere in the DECpark car park ?
    Would you be able to take me back to Fleet after work ?
    
    Around 8:30 ish Tuesday AM (tomorrow) would be ideal. 
    
    My situation is this. I have to take my car to an Alfa specialist
    based in Fleet. The work he is doing on the car means that it will
    be there all day. I can't really stick around hence my request.
    
    Any offer would be appreciated.
    
    JN. 7830 4138  
    

    Wanted:
    
    	1975   B.M.W. 2002 TURBO 

    		SOME RUST OK. 
    		ENGIN AND TRINSMISSION MUST RUN WELL
    		

    What is it about the 2002 turbo in Japan. I read somewhere that the
    vast majority of all 2002 turbos produced, now reside in Japan !!!

    
    Re .428
    
    Small, powerful, classic. The esential ingredients, reportedly, for a
    popular enthusiasts car in Japan.
    
    Mark

	RE .428,.429
	Yes, there are many turbocharged model here in Japan, but 
	all most of these cars are had by maniac folks and very expensive.
	So I considering to import it....

	If somebody can tell me the average price in UK, can you let me know?

	/Toshi
	

    ***************EX LEASE CAR WANTED***************
    
    I am hoping to buy a lease car at the end of its lease. 
    Please could anyone let me know if they have a lease car that they are 
    about to change, and that they do not intend to buy themselves ? If you
    already have a quote - even better....;)
    
    Thanks for any help,
    Sue
    
    SUE (VOGON::) CORKE 7-830-6704 

    � ***************EX LEASE CAR WANTED***************
    � I am hoping to buy a lease car at the end of its lease. 
    � Please could anyone let me know if they have a lease car that they are 
    � about to change, and that they do not intend to buy themselves ? If you
    � already have a quote - even better....;)
    
    	You can buy ex-lease and ex-rental cars directly from Hertz.
    	Contact Hertz Car Sales Direct, Harlequin Avenue, Great West Road,
    	Brentford, Middlesex (081 847 2229).
    
    	Ian.

    �You can buy ex-lease and ex-rental cars directly from Hertz.
    
    I wonder how many calls from Digital Hertz have had about this today ?
    
    I'm expecting a fax from Hertz listing all their cars for sale.
    
    As soon as I get it I'll reproduce it in this notesfile.
    
    It should make interesting reading.
    
    Roy

    �As soon as I get it I'll reproduce it in this notesfile.
    
    See For Sale note 4.606
    
    Roy

    	If anyone has a copy of last months "CAR" magazine they have 
    	finished with, I'd be grateful for it.
    
    	That's the November issue, with the MGB on the cover.
    
    	Ian Wegg (@UVO).

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    Hi guys and gals,
    
    I was wondering if anybody out there had any Shell sportscar vouchers
    they don't want.  If you do then please mail them to:-
    
    	IAN JUPP REO2/GH4
    
    Thanks in advance
    
    Ian...
    
    PS I might as well use this note to say goodbye to all you noters as I
    will be leaving DEC at the end of the month.

    Hello,i am not sure if i'm in the good notes file,but i am looking for
    a "WORKSHOP MANUAL" for a BUICK SPECIAL 1957 V8 4,1 liter.
    A copy is also welcome
    I am from Belgium my node is bis6::gijselinck

Hello, I have an old vintage Bentley parts car, That I am now trying to rebuild
it is a 1925 3-litre long chasis but now with speed model engine. I am in need
of some spare parts; Tachometer, fuel/petrol gage, oil pressure gage, windscreen
misc bolts screws nuts, (of correct thead sizes). Especially need valves and 
guides. engine gasket set.

I have contacted a couple of dealers in England but prices are very high. I
thought someone might now of some used part sources. I have also written to
the Bentley Drivers Club and recieved the expensive dealers list. This may be
my only option but thought I would give this notes file a try. I only read this
note on occasion so please send mail if you can.

    Wanted:
    
    Good condition van or estate car, ideally an astramax, though anything
    considered of value up to �2000.
    
    Please reply.
    
    Eric::franz
    
    Chris Franz@lzo.
    
    

    
    
    Anyone out there got a manual for a Pioneer KEH-M4500 radio/casset deck
    I could borrow, a friend is selling one and I want to check the
    dimensions, wiring and other specs before I go to the trouble of
    going over to see it.
    
    
    Thanks Mike

    I need a petrol cap for, God help me, a Renault 18 saloon.  New or 2nd
    hand.  Any dealers or scrappers handy for DECpark?
    
    Fanx
    
    Richard
    
    

    Try Halfords
    

    re: that Renno eighteen

    In what year were they converted to run on petrol ?

    No seriously, get one of those emergency caps from your local petrol
    mongers. 'bout 75 newp (new pence).
    
    Mike (now, world peace. I suggest we.......)

    Halfords don't do one.  The emergency ones don't stop fuel sloshing out
    on left-handers.
    
    The estate has a vented cap.  The saloon (trust me to end up in a
    saloon...) has an airtight one.  I take lefts a lot easier than rights
    but I still end up with a streak of expensive perfume down the side of
    the car.  And I'm fed up with half-filling the tank...
    
    Richard
    

    solution: buy koni(sp?) shocks & suspension ;-)
    
    Mike (is there no problem I can't solve)

    
    
    I'm sure I have one of those some place......
    
    Along with a fan belt a jack and a load? of other bits....
    
    But they are hidden deep in the depths of my under stair cupboard....
    
    Next time I clear it out I'll give you a call..
    
    Mike ex R18 Saloon owner

    Thanks, Mike.
    
    Be a bit cheaper than a new set of shocks.....
    
    Umm.  The car itself was probably cheaper than a new set of shocks 8*)
    
    Richard
    
    

    Wanted.....
    
    I have serviced my BMW and I need to reset the service interval
    indicator.   Does any one have a box of tricks I can borrow to do
    this??
    
    Simon on 7781-1987
    

 >>  I have serviced my BMW and I need to reset the service interval
    indicator.   Does any one have a box of tricks I can borrow to do
>>    this??

A car crusher!
 

No, but I can tell you which two pins to short out if you want.

Go on then ...

    Re .449.... Did I say the wrong thing ??
    
    Simon

�    Re .449.... Did I say the wrong thing ??
    
    Just a comment from a BMW fan !
    
    J.R.

                
               ********** ESTATE CAR WANTED (pref LHD) ***********
    
    		Due to ever increasing family, require estate car:
    
        	- something like Ford Sierra (despite negative comments in 
    		  Sierra notes)
                - due to frequency abroad, left hand drive would be
                  advantage.
    		- < 8 years old approx.
    
    		Anything fitting requirements considered.
		
    		Please give any replies to John Daley@BRO or DTN 856-7684
    
    

    Does anybody know of or have a Triumph TR7 without an MOT ?. Wanted for
    restoration. Anything reasonable considered...
    
    Please contact me @ PEKING::MCSHANEG or call on 7830 3027.
    
    Gary.                                                      

    WANTED
    ******
    
    Renault 5 GT Turbo.
    
    E registration or later with maximum of 40,000 miles
    on clock.
    
    Must be in excellent condition both mechanically and cosmetically.
    
    If you have something suitable, drop me a note on SUTRA::MALLET
    
    Thanks
    
    Gareth M
    

    Re-1 
    
    Come to your senses at last and realised that a *boy racer* like you
    won't get insured on a GSi ?
    
    Andy   ;-)

Wanted: Your 4 door car to exchange for my 2 door VW Golf GTI Cabriolet

I need a 4 door car with a reasonable sized boot.  Will consider anything
which fits the following criteria:-

4 doors
Boot big enough to take the pushchair
Reasonably quick
Reliable
Worth �1000 to �5000

The Golf is worth �3695, so you/I would pay the difference in value.

Details of the Golf follow:-

VW Golf GTI Cabriolet
1986/C, silver with a black roof.
Low mileage for age (57,000)
12 months MOT.

Lots of extras:- Infra red Alarm, removable radio cassette, electric windows,
		 BBS Alloy wheels, Momo steering wheel, Spare set of wheels
                 Exhaust under warranty

A1 condition, Very reliable & fun to drive.

Baby forces sale!

Price: �3695 ono.

Contact Carol Gilroy at system::gilroy or DTN 830-4510

    
    Does anyone know how much (roughly) an 85 Peugot 205 1.6 Gti is worth
    as far as the Insurance companies are concerned ?, I'm now the proud
    owner of a short wheel based version, I was rear ended and need at least 
    a new rear door, valance, and both rear wings will need replacing.
    Can look forward to some cash or will the other guys insurance repair
    it ?
    
    Thanks
    Garry.
    

    I just got 1800 pounds from Eagle star for my nicked one.
    
    And that was the first offer (Maybe could've bumped them up some more
    but couldn't be bothered with the extra wait)
    
    Ian.
    Whos looking for a new car this weekend.

    
    Thanks, 1800 would be ok, but do you know what it would cost to replace
    yours ?
    
    
    Garry, also out looking.
    
     

    Don't know about where you are but up here in Bonne Ecosse the
    prices vary so much. You can pick up a reasonable C or D for about 2k.
    
    Then you get people with A regs asking the same price.
    
    Ian.

    ASTRA/CAVALIAR/SIERRA 1400 - 1800cc CAR WANTED 
       
    My father who is retiring soon requires a car to keep them mobile
    in retirement, as he will be loosing his company car. 
     
    The car he is looking for is as follows:- 
     
    Preferably a Vauxhall Astra then Cavaliar then Ford Sierra 
    SHould be around F to G reg (or later) 
    As low miles as possible but no more than 55K 
    Hatchback preffered 
    No less than 1400cc or there abouts, no greater than 1800cc 
    Price max in region of �3,500.00 
     
    DO YOU HAVE A CAR LIKE THIS FOR SALE...OR AN DEC CAR COMING UP
    FOR RENEWAL DURING APRIL - MID MAY?? 
     
    Please contact Nigel Miller on 844 3329 if you can help! 
     
   

    
    re .465
    
    Well I reckon mine should be more than 2k (It was a reasonable 'C') But
    with it being British and me being in Munich,  I'm hoping to get a bit
    more than than for it, I'll try and convince the insurance company
    to take pity on a foreigner abroad miles from home etc etc.
    
    But do Insurance companies have a heart thats the question !
    
    Garry.
     

I'm looking for a 5 door Golf GTI or a Renault 21 Turbo.

Should be:

4-7 years old
Worth �2000 to �5000
in good condition (I don't mind high mileage)
near Reading.

Contact Carol Gilroy at system::gilroy or DTN 830-4510

    
    re - a few.
    
    Well the insurance gave me �2720 (6800 DM) plus an Avis hire car for 2
    weeks (Opel Vectra, group 'C') and 3 scheduled flights back to the UK
    (for the 3 occupants of the car at the time of the crash).
    
    Plus the Car !!!!!  
    
    I'm now looking for a cheap garage to repair it.
    Guess the moral is; have an accident with someone who's insured in
    Germany. 
    
    
     

    WANTED:
    
    Set of Girling SP1211 brake rubbers for a Mk1 Ford Consul.
    
    These are apparently no longer available new so any help appreciated.
    
    Billy

    I'm looking for a Peugeot 205 Diesel. Not somthing too new or expensive
    but it must be reliable and tidy.
    
    If you have one or know of one in the Basingstoke area, then please give 
    me a call.
    
    Ken Robb   7833 3819

    Looking for Rover Metro - H reg upward - 1.4 auto
    
    Must have sun-roof. (or be attractively priced so that I can get one
    fitted)
    
    Erm..what else ? Red would be nice, but not too fussy about colour.
    
    If you know of one, or can suggest a possible source, please give me a
    call
    
    Tony Smith 7-844-3013

    Handbook for Rover 3500 SE Auto, circa 1982 (SD1 model), even tatty
    ones considered (at a tatty price !)
    
    Steve Shadbolt	DTN:    782 2414
    			ALLIN1: Steve Shadbolt@SBP
                        MAIL:   SHIPS::SHADBOLT_S

I'm in the market for a car.

If anyone has a car of approximately Nova dimensions that they would be willing 
to sell to me for about �2500 (not too much above please) please mail me.

I'm most interested in 1300cc and up.



PS if anyone has an 'F' reg Nova GTEi  that they would be prepared to let go 
for that sort of money - that would be perfect !!!

    WANTED:
    
    1 Ford RS Alloy wheel for Capri 2.8i Special.
    
    Yes, I know, you don't buy a car without checking the spare.
    
    (blush)
    
    Rob

    Rob,
    	If you don't have any luck here, try the 'Capri Club' - I'll send
    you details if you need them....
    
    BTW What year is it? I think they stopped providing an Alloy spare at
    some point....
    
    Graham_with_a_pepperpot_version
    

    Yes, send me the details.
    
    It is an '84 with nigh on 90,000 on the clock, but it got us back to
    Munich :-)
    
    Cheers,
    
    	Rob

    VW Beetle Convertible Wanted:
    
    Late edition VW Beetle Convertible at reasonable price
    
    Contact Mike Lawson @ new NEWOA::LAWSON_M
    
    7774 6414.

    
    Haynes or suchlike manual for 1987 525i.
    
    
    Neville Groom @REO
    (830) 6524

    Can anybody tell me where I can get hold of a decent (Haynes-like)
    service manual for a HONDA ACCORD AERODECK 2.0 (1987-ish D-reg)??
    
    My wife has one and it's the first car she has owned for which I can't
    find a manual, except Honda's own dealer manual at #130 + VAT or
    thereabouts.
    
    All suggestions, offers etc gratefully received....
    
    rgds, jp

    Try Chaters' motoring bookshop (new and second-hand) 081-568-9750

    I want to buy a BX.  Budget is �3-4K.  16/19RS or TRS (TG/TZs not
    refused 8*) ).  Not auto.  19RD or better also considered.  Red
    preffered but other colours considered except yucky beige.  Anybody got
    anything like this to sell?
    
    Richard
    
    RICHARD W SMITH @REO
    
    DTN  7830-4495
    

    re: .482
    
    NOT an estate!
    
    Richard
    

    
    
    I'm still looking for a roof rack for a Renault 19 16V 3 door
    to borrow or hire for a week or so.  Anyone got any idea where I can
    get one from.
    
    
    Mike.

    Anybody know where I can borrow a van from for an evening for the
    someday at beginning of next week ?
    
    Mail either NEWOA::DALLISON, TONY DALLIOSN @NEW, 7774-6070 or
    0734-418312.
    
    I'll check in a few beers/OJ's for anybody who helps!
    
    Cheers,
    -Tony

    WANTED!!!
    
    I wish to change my lease car for a Renault Savanna 7 seater.
    
    Does anyone know of such a beast looking for a new owner?
    
    Please contact Iain Geddes @ EDA (Aberdeen) DTN 7854-3150
    
    Cheers,
    
    Iain

    
    I need to store my beloved car in a secure garage from mid-September
    for any long-term period up until 2 years whilst I'm at college in 
    London.
    
    I'll may use it occasionally at weekends during term-time (though
    rarely), and will take it out for the whole of the summer vacation if
    I stay in England; but if I go off somewhere, I'd need to keep it safely 
    stored.
    
    Please contact Deborah on 7830-2854 (work) until 16th July
                              0256-880965 (home) "    "    "
    or leave a message:       0272-426755
    
    

    Has anybody got one of those beaded seat covers they would like to
    sell. Or failing that does anybode know where I can get one from within
    easy distance of DEC-Park...
    
    Contact by mail or on 830-4885 (at DEC-Park)
    
    	Chris

    
    Is there anyone in the North West area that is maybe going on holiday
    sometime like 27 August - 13 September that has a lease mobile that
    needs looking after.  I am going up to Scotland for 2 weeks and do not
    think my old SAAB will cope very well.  If there is anyone about that
    would be willing to let me "look after" their lease mobile for those 2
    weeks please let me know.
    
    Pete Draper
    (7)851 - 2926.

	I am looking for 1982-84 Porsche 911 (SC or Carrera). Preference is
for a Coup� with sunroof but a Targa would be OK. It must have low mileage 
and FSH.

	Mail me at GRAY @XIP or from August 3 I can be contacted at my new 
location - 830 3756 [goodbye Lisbon - hello DEC Park :-( ]

Good leads are of course worth a pint.

Rgds John

                     
                       WANTED LOW MILEAGE HATCHBACK

CARS PREFERRED - FIESTA, NOVA, MICRA, FIAT UNO, RENAULT 5 OR PEUGEOT 205

MILEAGE - UP TO 50,000

ENGINE SIZE - UP TO 1300cc

YEAR - 86/C UPWARDS

PRICE RANGE - MAXIMUM - 2,500 POUNDS

CONDITION - A1/GOOD

MOT - PREFERABLY 1 YEARS


If you have any car which fits this, and you are looking to sell it please
contact Cheryl Griffith on 830-6118.

    Wanted:
    
    Would anyone be willing to lend a large people carrier to me on August
    28th and again a week later please?
    
    I need to transport 6 adults ( including me ) and 2 children to
    Weymouth and then collect them a week later.
    
    I have a Sierra Sapphire that I would be willing to loan in return.
    
	Thanks,
    Dave

    
    
    		Am currently searching for a set (4/5) of 5 spoke 6x15"
    ROVER alloys with/without tyres (to fit 400 series saloon).  Tyres should 
    be 185/195x55x15.  Will possibly consider 6x14" Cross spoke type, these
    should be shod with 185x60x14 boots. 
    
    		I realise the likelyhood of sourcing these is pretty slim,
    but someone may know of someone, who knows someone outside the company who 
    knows a friend whose mate can help!!! etc...etc
    
    Cheers,
    
    
    Bj.
    
    Solent  782 2225.

    
    
    	Re: .493...I've found a set, going for a song. (well 'ish...)
    
    
    
    Cheers,
    
    Bj.

    
    	I'm  "in the market" as they say for a new car, so if your selling 
    one that fits the bill below give me a call...
    
      Type..... Any medium size saloon
    
    Engine..... At least 1300
    
    condition.. Good
    
    year......  87 +
    
    Price ....  2,000
    
    Mileage...  Average-low
    
    	       If you've somthing that fits the bill give me a call on:
    
    					7842-3356,
                                                Cheers,  Robbie...
    	
    			

    I'm after the 'hands-free' car kit which will work with the NEC P3
    mobile phone.
    
    If anybody has this and has had the P3 nicked, then it's pretty much
    useless, as you can't replace the P3. So I'd be glad to take it off
    your hands!
    
    Also if anyone's leaving or knows of anyone who has left with one, I'd
    also be interested.
    
    Cheers,
    
    Greg

    
    Wanted :
    
    Source/name of supplier etc of add-on trip computer for a car.
    I'm mainly interested in some sort of gadget that'll measure fuel flow
    and road speed and tell me my MPG.  Apparently Sparkrite used to sell
    them, but I've not seen any in shops.
    
    Also : I'm after the sticky plastic stuff that a number of decals are
    made of that are stuck on cars.  ie the black plastic stuff that's
    often stuck on door pillars around the windows these days.  It's very
    much like Fablon/Blue Peter sticky backed plastic, but I'd imagine the
    adhesive is different.  In my experience Fablon goes all tacky after a
    few years, especially when warm.  I want to cut my own decals you
    see...
    
    Ian
    

    
     Folks..
             I'm trying to source a Hynes manual for a  Peugeot 405GTDT
         but I've been informed that they were'nt issued for this model
         are they available in the UK ??
             I've just purchased a PUG 405GTDT with 120K miles on it 
         and it drives like a dream. Any advice of what I should be 
         watching out for or tips etc...Anybody got a similar Pug with 
         similar milage ??. Any info on economy / performance bearing in 
         mind the 120K miles...when will it die ??
           I've received 6 months parts and labour so if something is 
           going to go wrong I'd like it to happen in the first six
           months. 
    
    Brian..
      
        

    The author of .498 questioned my placement of his note here. 
    
    My apologies, in my haste I only saw the request for the manual.
    
    The discussion of engine life should perhaps be continued in #1918
    "Peugeot Turbo Diesel Life Expectancy".
    
    Royston (co-mod)

Although Haynes don't do a manual that covers your exact model, they do a 
Peugot 405 manual, and a Peugot diesel engines manual. Between the two you 
should be covered. (although it's twice the price then!)

Richard

    
    Wanted - Fiesta RS Turbo on lease takeover.
    
    Mail me on NEWOA::DALLISON or Tony Dallison @NEW.

    Sorry Tony, my RS Turbo goes back next month 6 months early because of
    high mileage. I was too honest and informed car fleet that I'll shortly
    be reaching 60,000 miles. 
    
    Get a quote for a Fiesta RS 1800, its a much better car (not quite as
    qick though :-) ) or look at the Astra GSi 1800 which is not a bad
    price.
    
    Royston

    
    I would have liked another Fiesta having had the XR2i previously. The
    Astra is a thought but I wouldn't be happy unless I got the 2 litre and
    that defeats the object. 'Sides, I really should be looking at bigger
    cars I suppose but I thought a Fiesta was worth a shot.
    
    -Tony

    
    
    I'm looking for a small car (Fiesta, Peugeot 205 etc).  It would need
    to be around 3 years old (max 4), 1 owner, with about 30-40k miles
    on the clock.  Precise spec is immaterial.  The need is pretty urgent
    so a quick sale is required.  Price flexibility according to
    make/model/spec etc.
    
    Please call me on this home number:-
    
    0372-463091
    
    Regards
    Andy Bray

    
    Wanted - 
    
    wheel for Vauxhall Nova SR  C reg.
    
    
    Anybody got a spare !.
    
    Thanks.
    
     Gary

.506 reminded me of an article in the paper last saturday.

Seems the latest in casual car crime is to nick the spare wheel from cars 
which stow them in a 'basket' below the car. e.g Pug 205

One ex-BT employee has used his redundancy money to design and market a lock
for these type of carriers  after he had first-hand experience of the crime
(ever helpful Daily Torygraph didn't publish any details about how you contact 
him for this !!!).

Other suggestions were cycle padlocks.

T.

    What wheel size does the NOVA SR take?
    
    Are you looking for a specific pattern?
    
    
    Xtine

Have you thought of a scrap yard for wheels ?

    
    
     The scrap yard was the favourite, but being as it houses a big bad dog
     i tried to avoid it. As for the size I dont know... but it was round
    !.
    
    
    
     thanks for your help.
    
    Gary
     

    Gary,
    
    There is a silver SRi that parks in Digital Newbury's carpark, if you
    want I could give you a hand nicking one of the wheels 8^)
    
    -Tony

    
    Tony, 
    
      thanks for the info, but we found one carelessly parked in a pub
    carpark. Not very heavy are they !.
    
    
    Gary

    
    
    Naaaa.... and seeing as the owner of this particular silver Nova was
    Jane Alford, we could have taken the gearbox and clutch out too before
    she would have noticed ;^)
    
    -Tony

As mine is a GSi...no I wouldn't have noticed a gearbox and clutch missing 
from a SRi.

    Wassa difference ?

re .515;

   >> Wassa difference ?

Well, if you did remove certain parts from Jane's car, I think she would
then proceed to remove certain parts from your anatomy.

And probably with the same implements that you had used on her car!

Peter.

On the other hand, it might be a way to get rid of a lease car, bits at
a time...

> And probably with the same implements that you had used on her car!

sounds good to me :-)

    Ouch!

    
    Help - 
    
           want TURBO unit for C reg Datsun Cherry Turbo.
    
    
           can anybody help  ?.
    
    pls mail -   KERNEL::SCUFFHAM.
    
    
    Thanks.
    
    Gary

    
    Hi,
    
    I'm after a roof-rack for a MKIII Golf. I know its a relatively new car
    but the VW parts are phenomenally expensive, so I'm trying to find one
    2nd Hand?
    
    
    Any help (KERNEL::BROWNLOWH)
    

    Has anybody on the lease a Vauxhall Cavalier GSI,CD Carlton or Calibra 
    that is coming to the end of its lease and is'nt considering buying it. 
    I am interest in buying a good one, I'm not very concerned about 
    high mileage cars as long as their in good condition.
      
    Contact Adrian 7830 4701

    I want to buy a Moggie as a little run-around but they're a little hard
    to find, well a reasonably priced one in avarage condition is.
    
    Does anyone know if there are any local dealers in Morris Minors, 
    Travellers, etc? For dealers read anything between a one man band or
    larger!
    
    Thanks,
    Dave
    

    Dave
    
    Unfortunately the Inkpen branch of the Morris Minor Centre is no more.
    That's where I bought mine. It was �1500 + �200 for the unleaded
    conversion, which was fairly expensive but they did a lot of work on it
    for nothing over the first few months. The Bath number for the Morris
    Minor Centre is 0225-315449. I assume they still sell them from there.
    
    An alternative is the Morris Minor Clinic in the old brickworks on the
    Meadway between Reading and Tilehurst. They are good for repairs
    (although pretty disorganised) and they do have the odd car for sale.
    They're on 0734-572283.
    
    There are other places which I don't remember the names of, but none in
    the immediate area. I've got a magazine at home that lists a few.
    
    I've just sent off my subscription to the Morris Minor Club. I'll let
    you know if I see any local adverts in their magazine (remind me though).
    
    As is usually the case, buying privately gets the best bargains, if you
    know what to watch out for.
    
    Dick

    Weber carb for a 1985 Carlton mark 2. To replace a knacked varajet 2
    with auto choke. The ones from the manta are compatable, I think.
    I would prefer a manual choke if poss and/or/if, I will take a
    replacement varajet if that's all that appears. It's a twin carb by the 
    way, so look under that dust and help me out. 
    
    Send mail with cost if you don't want to place it in notes. 
    
    colin.

    Afternoon everyone,
    
       I want to purchase a car trailer. Does anyone have one for sale or
    know of someone with one for sale? All details greatly appreciated.
    By the way there is really only one selection criterion - the bigger
    the better. Ta very much.
    
    Cheers
    
    
       Andy.

    
    
    I'm after another roof-rack, only this time I'm after a loan.
    
    
    Has anyone got a Citro�n BX saloon roof-rack that they could lend me
    over New Year?
    
    It would be dead-handy for Skiing.
    
    
    Thanks.
    
    
    Hilary Brownlow 
    (KERNEL::BROWNLOWH) 833-3957
    

    I am leaving DEC by end Feb 94 and as I have a co. car I must buy
    a replacement. Im not interested in the car I have and would like to
    buy a UK car.
    
    I am looking for a 1.6-2.0 normal family saloon 1990-1991 low miles 
    full history one owner, diesel if poss. at a price which allows me
    to pay the 26% import duty to Ireland and still feel I have a bargain.
    If you have such a car for sale mail me at macnas::D_HICKEY or call
    at dtn 822-4215.
    
    Thanks

    My node has been changed to essb::dhickey.
    If anybody has the 'ideal family car' to sell mail me at this address.
    
    Donal Hickey

    Donal,
    
    My wife will be selling her car in the next few weeks.
    
    A Good condition, G-Reg Renault 21GTS 1.7 saloon.
    Low insurance. 
    Mettalic Blue,
    Serv History, Av Miles.
    MOT & TAX
    Seats 4/5 in comfort.
    Returns 30+ MPG.
    
    Drop me a mail for more info.
    
    Andy
    

I am currently hunting for a second hand Suzuki Vitara.  I want the three 
door, hard top, model.  Although I may consider a soft-top with a 
removeable hard top.  It should be 1989/1990/1991, without rocket-ship 
mileage.

Anyone know of anything that fits this bill??   Ex-leaser coming up for 
replacement.......local garage.....sitting in your garage?

Call Bob Price on 847-5446 or 0831-611603

    I am after a Morris Minor Estate, the one with wooden cladding.
    
    It must be in a good state.
    
    Does anyone know of one for sale, or has one for sale?
    
    Derek 7830-6302

    See .522, .523
    
    Dick

    Has anyone a Haynes or other Workshop Manual for a Mark II Triumph
    2000/2500?
    
    Warren (7830) 2299

    I'll post this here as well as in the Frontera note to ensure maximum
    chance of it being read! (also in READING conference)
    
    I am using a Frontera Sport until my replacement car is delivered, but
    the previous keeper has left no documentation (drivers handbook etc).
    
    Is anyone (preferably @REO but UCG and UVO are on my way home) able to 
    lend me the papers so I can photocopy and return them ASAP?
    
    
    Thanks in advance
    Mike

    re .534...
    
    I used to have a manual.... let me check in the junk drawer at home,
    and I will  let you know...
    
    Bob

    
    Does anyone have an old set of alloys for sale, to suit a Golf?
    
    Must be cheap....
    
    	Gerry.  DTN 751 3252

I have a Golf with alloys on it and I was surprised
at how many there were going when I was in a scrappy in Hereford
recently.

I dont know if there is a scrappy near you but it must
be worth a try (if you find some they'll be cheap as well)

Barry

    WANTED
    An Escort/Astra/Golf for about a Grand.....
    
    Please call  Simon 
    
    0831-630626
    

    Wanted from Friday 4th March to Monday 13th March:
    
    I would like to borrow a Roof Rack Luggage box. I already have a roof
    rack, and just need a good luggage box to take my luggage to Gatwick
    Airport for a Skiing holiday.
    
    I will lock the box inside the car whilst I am in long term parking!
    
    Please send me mail on tasty::jeffery or leave a message on my carphone
    if anyone in the Basingstoke/Reading area has such an item.
    
    Cheers.
    
    Mark Jeffery.
    

    Do you have in the back of your garage a sad, old, dilapidated radio,
    which functions enough to allow access to FM?  If so, if it's cheap
    I'll buy it (indeed I'll buy two!).

    I had exactly the above in the MGB, which is by necessity always
    unlocked, for the last 10 years.  Even the most undiscerning thief
    disdained this offering - until last Wednesday.

    Jonathan DTN 830-6944

Hi,

	I'm looking for a second hand 1275cc Mini Engine/gearbox, as the 
	one in my GT is nearing the end of it's life I think.  Does anyone 
	know of one I could buy, or where I could get hold of one fairly
	cheaply.

Thanks in advance,

	Mark

re .542

	Also, would anyone know of an MG Metro engine that I could get hold
	of, to replace the A series one in there at the moment?

Mark

    
    Hello there,
    
    A relative of mine is looking for a  MG ZA/ZB magnette to
    buy and use as a oldtimer "familycar".
    So he prefers one in a good state (MOT)
    
    He is prepaired to come and get it all over Europe.
    
    Any suggestions ??
    
    jos Herrings the Netherlands.

    MotorCycle wanted: 100 cc any make considered.
    
    Please mail or phone:	
    Arfon Rees  @REO
    DTN: 830-6028
    				

    Hi,
    
    I'm leaving Digital on the 22nd of April and would be interested in
    purchasing any Rover 414/214 Sli that may be coming to the end of it's
    lease (or even newer as long as the price is right).
    
    If anyone can help can you please call me on (7)833-3746, or mail me on
    KERNEL::LLOYDA.
    
    Thanks,
    
    Alan Lloyd.

    
    Wanted anytime in the next couple of months, a 4" (4�"???) electric
    angle-grinder. You know, the sort of thing every home should have. It
    needs to be in fairly good nick, but I'll pay a good price for it (have
    you seen the price of new ones - Bosch ~�60-70 ???).
    
    DTN 7851 2310
    mugger::whittle
    Ian Whittle @olo

    Useful tip,
    
    If you get a retired relative to buy one from B&Q on Wednesdays, you'll
    get 10% off the purchase price.
    
    Huw.

    
    Ta Huw, is that an offer or have you an elderly friend (D.C.) you could
    suggest?
    
    Ian

Alan Legerlotz
DTN: 226-5744
SMAUG::LEGERLOTZ

	WANTED:  A copy of a book called "Tuning B-Series Engines".  The author
	is Lindsay Porter.  I'm not 100% sure of the title, but its pretty close
	to what I've put, it may be "tuning BMC b-series engines" or "tuning BL
	b-series engines"

	The book is currently out of print and not available through any of the
	british car suppliers I've found.

-Al

    
    I have a copy. It's usually reasonably easy to find a copy in
    specialist used book dealers - typically 10-12 pounds. Where are you? 
    If local, you can borrow mine -- if not, I may be able to find some 
    addresses for you.
    
    
    Colin

    
    
    Hi,
    
    I am looking to buy an end of lease Cavalier L, GL or CD within the
    next month or so.  If anyone out there has such a car or knows of such
    a car, coming up to the
    end of its lease, which they do not want to buy, and they are willing
    to put in for a price and let me buy it, will they please let me know
    (either in this notes file or direct to David Davenport @SBP).
    
    
    Many thanks in adavnce,
    
    
    Dave Davenport 782-2189
    
    

    
    
       Looking for a Nissan 300ZX TWIN TURBO [new shape] targa roof.
     
       Colour....Red or Grey
      
       Manual,with f.s.h,anything above an 89 on a G plate 
    
       willing to travel,but please no funny money garage prices
                                                          
          
    
       

    To be honest, with a car like that I think you're gonna get what you
    pay for. I was going to suggest you're best bet might be a Nissan 
    Dealer but personal experience (I have a 300zx) and a episode of Top
    Gear precludes me from saying so.
    
    Best advise would be to check the adverts at the back of the likes of
    Autocar. I have seen G & H plates - average mileage for age, for
    resonable prices, can't remember off hand - don't have Autocar to hand.
    
    
    Good luck with your search though - it's fine car - I like mine.
    
    pc
   

    Mornin' all,
    
    Does anyone in the Reading-Basingstoke-Newbury-Solent area have a
    Roof rack / roof bars to fit a renault 19? If so, please may I
    borrow them for a couple of weeks from 15th July? 
    
    Any help grovellingly appreciated!
    
    Gav.
    
    Vaxmail:	ERMTRD::BURKE
    ALL-IN-1:	Gavin Burke @NEW
    Work DTN:	7774-6174
    Home tel:	0734 812998

    
    Hello,
    
    I need to buy a Turbo Diesel, in reasonable condition, and would like a
    5 door hatchback or an estate.
    If anyone is about to get rid of a lease car that fits this
    description? Can you mail me on KERNEL::BROWNLOWH or phone 833-3957.
    
    Thanks
    
    Hilary

    I need a boot rack for an F reg Escort Cabriolet
    
    Reason being that I am driving to Italy in August, and the boot will
    be filled with baby buggy/frame/clothes/baby..;-)..etc etc and there
    is no room for the other suitcases that will be going with us.
    
    The cabin will be stuffed full with baby in seat in back + 3 adults
    so...suitcases need a home...
    
    The ideal rack would be one of those slatted jobs found on MG's old
    triumphs etc etc...
    
    Anybody have one for sale/know where I could get one..??
    
    Thanks
    
    Hutch
    
    PS: I rang my local Ford dealer..and was quoted 200 pounds for a roof
    rack..??...I am going in to have a look at a picture of this..I gotta
    see a roof rack for a cabby....the guy said they have never sold one..
    wonder why..??
    
    H
    

    <----I am contactable on 7781-1966 

    You could try those suction type roof racks. I saw one in Makro
    (Reading) for about �20. The suction cups are operated by a
    lever so they would attach firmly. I think the instructions said to use 
    only on smooth paintwork and to re-attach every 8 hours.
    
    There are no bars involved; each suction cup has a loop and luggage
    straps were included. There were 4 suction cups. I suppose the
    advantage is that when you arrive you can take off the "rack" and put
    it in the boot.
    
    Good luck,
    Barry.

    Barry, not many cabriolets have smooth paintwork on the roof!
    
    Brian

    My convertible does! (a capuccinno)
    
    What I meant was you could use them on the boot lid. (or did I miss a 
    smiley in your reply? :-).

What about one of those trailers that you pull that's wider than the car,
making it really awkward for all those Europeans to overtake you?


	ian

    I'm looking for an ex-lease car not too sporty (due to ins premiums)... 
    
    please mail or call 0908-660096 if your car is near the end of its
    lease...                                                           
    
    
    Xtine

    Anyone got, or know of, an MR2 coming to the end of its lease that is
    or could be available for purchase? Maybe even for sale privately?
    
    If so then I'd be interested in hearing about it. I know someone who's
    looking for one currently.
    
    I'm contactable @UCG or 781-1753.
    
    Thanks and regards,
    
    Tony.
                                                                         

    re: .557
    
    Problem solved with a mountain bike rack...(Paddy Hopkirk..don't know
    which model...)..that I have borrowed.
    Fits a treat, and does not obscure lights/number plate...
    
    cheers
    
    Hutch

    Anyone have a used car stereo they'd like to sell?
    
    It's to put in a 528i which has all the wiring, speakers etc in place.
    I'd prefer a 5 year old quality one to a newish cheapo. Basic radio
    plus cassette, bells and whistles not too important.
    
    If you have anything of interest, give me a call or drop me a note.
    
    John T Gray @REO	830 2269  or  0344 775667

I have a pull out Sanyo stereo that I am just about to
remove from a car before I sell it. The stereo was bought
new about 1.5 years ago.

Pull Out.
Digital Radio.
Auto Reverse Tape Deck.
Rewind and Forward.
Metal Tape Facility.
Dolby Noise Reduction (can be turned off).
Bass and Treble Controls.
FM/MW/LW.
36 Memory Presets.
ATS -> Automatically stores six strongest signals on selected
       frequency.
PMS -> Will give five seconds play on each of the memory presets
       until user selects one.

Offer........

Barry

    Barry - location, phone no??
    

    And I thought 'PMS' stood for 'Pre-operty Me-anagement Sy-ervices'...
    
    

Oopppps what a slip......the facility is actually called PSC.....

I forgot a couple of other things yesterday.......

There are connections available for 2 or 4 speaker set up,
an electric aerial and a jack plug with adjustment knob on the front
of the stereo for a sub woofer (whatever the hell that
is !!).

Also fader between front and back and balance between left
and right.

Barry Howard
(Newbury - 7774 6085)

    Anybody out there got a set of roof rail thingies for a Mondeo that I
    could borrow?
    
    I have a GLX estate with the longtitudinal rails; what I need to borrow
    is the optional (presumably lock-on) cross rails so that I can strap
    the children to the roof for a long journey.
    
    I need them for two weeks starting 15-Jul.
    
    Anybody out there help me?
    
    Jon
    (mail on KERNEL::MORRIS or Jon Morris @UVO)
    (phone on DTN 833-3554)

If you cant manage to borrow rail bars, Halfords own brand at around �45 are
fully adjustable and can fit almost any car with rails as do Thule but they are
much more expensive. This price is inclusive of locks and keys .




				Stuart

    Word of warning on roof bars.
    
    If your car has no roof gutter, like my Renault 19, you may find (like
    I did) that you have to buy a conversion kit to fit the bars to the
    roof sills.
    
    Consequently, Halfords (Basingstoke) quoted 49.95 for the bars then
    another 20.00 for the conversion kit.
    
    It was therefore cheaper for me to go to Renault and buy their own
    brand at 55.00 a throw.
    
    
    Helpfully yours,
    Gav.

    I bought THULE bars which fit both of my estates. 505 and Tempra. I was
    using a cheapo halfords rack which fitted over the 505 roof rails onto
    the gutters, but after a few trips with the boat on the roof, the bars
    now have a strange boat shaped dent in them. 
    
    The Thule ones weigh about three times as much and don't bend, so
    beware cheapo racks if you're lugging anything heavy! 
    
    Dave
    

    
    Anyone out there got any redundant Essex tuning parts? No - not to make
    the Eastern county disappear into the sea faster, but for the venerable
    Ford 3 litre V6 lump.
    
    Don't need to be latest spec. Cannot be mega expensive. Ideally should
    be early '70's available items, to tweak my Gilbern in a period manner.
    
    Colin DTN 830 1415 

    
    Hi all, 
     
          did anyone record the British grand prix last weekend?, and would
    be willing to lend me the tape...
    
      Cheers
    
        Steve

    Hi all ( again)
    
           I'm after a high top Van with a tail-lift, or low loading bay.
    
    I need it for one day. If anyone knows of one i could borrow, or a
    cheap hire company, i would be very gratful.
    
     Cheers
    
       Steve
    
    7-833-3520
    
    

        Hi.
        
            I'm looking for an ex-lease car for my good lady:-
        
            Models to be considered are:-
        
            VW Golf (GTI, 16V, G60 included) - To hell with the Ins.. 
            Renault Clio (+16v)
            Renault 19 (+16v)
            Peugot 205 (1.6 or 1.9)
            Ford Fiesta XR2
            Vauxhall Nova SR 
        
            Anyone out there got the car of her dreams?
        
            Please call on 7851-1717 or 0836-280182, or mail me-
            Paul Joy @OLO
        
            Thanks,
        
            Paul.

    
    WANTED:  Car radio/cassette. As long as its in working order and cheap
    I don't mind what it is. I'm working at the Solent office.
    
    
    Jonathan Stubbs @SBP (DTN 782 2836)                

Left-side mudflap for Cavalier wanted - will swap for brand new right-side
mudflap or money.

Dave.
Note for the curious: They are only sold in pairs and I don't want to extend the
right-side mudflap collection!

    I'm looking for a second-hand Renault Espace or 7-seater Renault 
    Savannah.  I need a seven seater and like the Espace, but am more 
    likely to be able to afford the Savannah...
    
    Anyone aware of one of these coming off lease - or available elsewhere?
    
    Ian
    

    
    Wonder if anyone can help.  I'm looking around for an E/F reg ..
    
       o Nova 1.2, Astra 1.3
       o Escort 1.3/1.4
    
    If you hav'nt actually got one, or know of one maybe there's a useful
    phone number.......
    
    Roy.
    

Hi,

Is there any kind person in Reading, Basingstoke or Newbury area, who has a 
large car with a towing bracket, that they will lend, (hire?) me, for a 
couple of hours during office hours.

The reason is that my son has just finished building a kit car. He has 
legally driven it to the MOT station and had it mot'd, (it passed!). We now 
have to take the car from Silchester to Reading to have it inspected for 
serial numbers by the vehicle registration dept. in Minster Street. The 
officials there, are insisting that the vehicle MUST be taken to them on a 
trailer and not driven!  There is a mobile examiner, but he covers the 
whole of the south and it will be weeks before he can get to us! 

WE have the use of a car trailer, but no prime mover!.

We have taken 11 months to build this kit, and this is the last hurdle to 
be overcome, please can you help!

Patrick Keane  7830 3839,  Rocks::keane

    If you fancy insuring the thing for a day, my mate has a V6-powered
    Land Rover ;-)
    
    Sorry to sidetrack for a second, but what kit has your son built?

    
    I put a note in ( 5.582) for Car Wanted.  Just reentering it, as my
    mail address has changed!
    
    The cars I'm interested in are either an Escort 1.4, an Astra 1.3 or
    a Renault 19 1.4.
    
    Many thanks in advance,
    
    
    Roy.

    Preferably Astra size, (doesn't have to be an Astra) as a second car.	
    Either ex-lease or private around K-reg at a realistic price.
    
    Thanks, Mike King@BSO 0935-704348 / 0831-547667

Hi,
	My son is looking for a GMC/Chevy 6.2 Litre V8 Diesel engine to pop into 
his Chevy Blazer Pickup. No gearbox required. Does anyone know of any American 
car breakers anywhere in UK. We believe there's one near Northampton but we
can't track it down. Any help appreciated.

JohnB 

    You could try United Salvage Auctions at Redbourn in Herts.

I checked with our 192 service - No United Salvage listed in UK! Any chance of 
a phone no.?

Thanks 

John

    United Salvage Ltd		0582 792573
    Dunstable Rd
    Redbourn
    
    1st Call Find-A-Part	0891 662726
    No 1 Haslips Opening
    Heigham Grove
    Norwich NR2 4P6
    
    D E Fisher			081 202 4870
    Hendon
    
    Scavengers			081 950 1335
    N London

 Impressive!!

Many Thanks 

John

    
    I need some help getting a Cobra kit car finished...
    
    In particular I am looking for a mobile mechanic who could spend a day
    or so on the car to:
    
    
    Complete Engine wiring
    Start engine after re-build
    Ensure all is running smoothley...
    
    Engine is a Rover V8...
    
    does anyone know of sucha man/firm ?
    
    Any ideas most welcome...
    
    Regards
    
    Tom
    
    p.s. you can mail me @HHL (Mcintyre) 7847 6207.

    
    
    Anybody in Viables got an Insurance cert handy ???
    
    
    Damn fine time to need one ..
    
    
    Gary   3835

    If anybody has an MR2 (new shape) for sale privately or one thats
    coming to the end of lease sometime in january then please mail me
    on Martin ellaway@hhl or yuppy::ellaway.
    
    
    Regards Martin

    I am driving to the south of France in mid February and would like to
    borrow a set of snow chains to suit a BMW (15" Rim).  Any offers?

    Following on from the previous note, I too would like to borrow, hire a
    set of snow chains for a Landrover Discovery from the 19.1.95.
    
    I doubt very much they'll be needed other than to conform with the
    french law.
    
    Thanks in advance.
    Chris.
    

I'm sure this has been answered elsewhere (maybe in euro_motoring if it's still
around).

You can hire snow chains from the RAC and probably the AA, and maybe your
dealer. Shops such as Les Smiths & Halfords sell them. They are not terribly
expensive.

Dave.

    
    
    I need a large car, FWD, Estate or similar this weekend to transport
    a piece of furniture back from Leeds.
    
    I have a BMW 318i and would like to swap for the weekend of the 14/15
    January 1995.
    
    If anyone is able to help, I'm on 7-847-6454, Mobile 0831 174667 or
    E-MAIL DAVEYA@HHL.
    
    
    Many thanks in advance,
    
    Adam Davey.

    Anyone going from Enterprise House to Reading/Basingstoke tomorrow
    (Tuesday 6th March) fancy taking a demo laptop for me?
    
    Greg

     Anyone got a roofrack that fits a Calibra or a Vauxhall Cavalier, that
        I could borrow next week to get my skis to Manchester airport!
    
        Cheers,
    
        Greg
    
        (From Leeds, in Basingstoke Tues/Wed)
    

Cheers Greg, you managed to stop Laurie snarfing yet again!  :)

Chris.

    I am looking for a "J" or "K" Vauxhall Calibra 16V in either Blue or
    Silver. If anyone has got one for sale or on lease that is soon to
    expire could you please contact me as finding an immaculate example of
    one is proving v.difficult.
    Ask for Kam on 0956 566779 or drop me a line !!!!!!    THANKS!!!!

    I am looking for a Vauxhall Calibra 16V in Blue or Silver. Have you or
    anyone you know got one for sale???? It must be a "J' Reg or newer and
    in Immaculate condition.... I am looking to spend around #9000 and am
    finding it impossible to find a good low mileage one in the garages.
    
    	Also does anyone one know of ADT Auctions that may have what I am
    looking for.
    Please call 0956 566779 or drop me a line here!!  Thanks alot!!!
    

    I'm looking for a very late diesel Pug 205 or 106, must be diesel,
    must have 4 doors, must be M-reg, must be low mileage.
    
    Laurie.

    I'd like something like an Astra, Citreon ZX, Renault 19 etc... must
    have power steering.... would consider a Cavalier or Mondeo
    
    
    Anyone got a lease car about to go back, or a private sale...?
    
                                                              
    
    Xtine

    
    Re .605
    
    Consider a Fiat Tipo too (better price, probably, and a bigger car
    inside), but MAKE SURE it has PAS!!!! :^)
    
    Mark

    
    
    
    I am looking for a fairly newish second hand car,but i am only tewenty
    years old so can't have any thing to expensive to ensure.I am really
    wanting a smallish hatch-back that is cheap to run,but the car must 
    have some power as well.The price range is about Six thousand pound's
    
                             any suggestions 
                             
    
    Thanks
    
            Grant......
    
    
    
    
          

    How can anyone reach 20 years or age, acquire sufficient qualifications
    to be employed at Digital, and make that many grammatical errors in so
    few words?
    
    Laurie.

    
    What's the matter with you this morning Laurie, I didn't notice any
    errors. 8-)
    
    JBG

Hey, come on guys, let's not be so vindictive; there's far more deserving
targets out there!  :)

Chris.

    
    Well said Grant.
    
    JBG
    
    8-)

RE:         <<< Note 5.613 by MASALA::MITCHELLG "BIG JUICY APPLES!!!!" >>>


�     Well,I take it your a woman..............cause yer a big enough
                     ^^^^
�     SQF dyslexic man.@:^))

    That old excuse eh? Well dyslexia doesn't make you fail to see the
    difference between "your" and "you're"; crap education and laziness
    does, mostly the latter.
    
    Let me add something else that might help you overcome your problem.
    You're just starting on your career in the world, and unlike when I
    started, there are millions of young people out of work, competing for
    what few jobs there are. If I, as a recruiter, received a letter/CV
    written in as appalling English as your earlier note, it would go
    straight in the bin. Hilarious, isn't it?
    
    Laurie$blouse.

    G.A.L

    Laurie,
           I agree with your point and wholeheartedly applaud your sense
    of vision and correctness for pulling a man up about his diction whilst
    he was merely entering a note in here with the misguided impression
    someone will actually give him some help.
    					     Here are two options for
    the visionary noter:
    
    A - Take a day off, you deserve it.
    
    B - Give yourself a hearty slap on the back. Preferably hard enough to
        induce a blood clot.
    
    Maybe you should consider the man's circumstances prior to being so
    judgemental and seriously funny.
    
    yours,
          A.N. Admirer.

    
    MmMMM Mmm     You seem to have touched on something there...
    
    
    Gary_observant

err....what was all that about?

Hi All,

I am looking to borrow a Renault Espace for the first two weeks in August(I am
going to France and cannot afford the 900 pounds it would cost to hire).

I have an M reg Vauxhall Astra 1.8i 16V Sports to leave as a swap.

Anyone fancy it ?? (it would really make my day/month/holiday)

Cheers

Barry Howard 
NSSG

For the record,

>>>How can anyone reach 20 years or age, acquire


"of", Laurie.  "of".

hth
m.

    Hi,
    
    I know it's a bit of short notice but has anyone got a Frontera LWB or
    Omega that I could borrow from the evening of 18/5 to the evening of
    22/5 in exchange for my Astra GSi 2.0 16v.
    
    Preferably someone in the Reading/Newbury/Basingstoke area.
    
    Thanks,
    
    Mike
    
    DTN :- 833-3306
    Mail :- WIZZER::HALFACREE
    

    Wanted
    
    MR2  91/92 or CRX VTEC 91/92 or Rover 220 Coupe
    
    Have money waiting but only for the right car at right price.
    Will travel reasonable distance
    Located West London.
     
    Marino
    DTN 774 6070
    Home  01895 835807

    Anybody out there got experience of having black vynal seats recovered
    in the North of England/ Scotland. Or does anyone have a nice pair of
    Triumph Spitfire suitable reclining seats  for sale.Got an old pair of
    reclining seats I would like neatly repaired/recovered but without paying
    megabucks.They have to be recliners, otherwise I can't get my roll bar
    tilted to put the soft top up and down....
    			brian. 01383839754.
    	

    I have a nice old rocking chair which would'nt look out of place on
    your 'motor'. Drop me a mail if you're interested.
    
    Augustus Windsock.

Well I've got a couple of black Jensen Interceptor seats in the attic at home..

    
    Great - can I have 'em please Matt?  I'll be .0005% of my way towards
    owning one then.  Every little helps (as they say)...
    
    Chris.

    How did you work out the .0005%, Chris?
    
    Dan$pedant

It's a tad out, I think.


re Chris, NO!  They're my starting point to getting the complete article.  We 
used to have a Rolls Royce seat up there too, but we managed to flog that one 
to a neighbour.

    
    re:.628
    
    It was proportional to my being able to get everything else I need for
    the car!
    
    re:.629
    
    Git.  Bet I don't get mine before you don't get yours (car that is)
    
    
    Chris.
    

>>>(car that is)

Ha!  Yeah, that as well!  8-)

    
 Hi folks.
    
 Anyone know anyone selling a 7-seater vehicle ? Preferably
 either a Renault 21 Savanna or a Mitsubishi Spacewagon.
    
 Mail please.
 A.

    Hi Andy,
    
    nahh, don't no anybody !!!!
    
    - MARK -
    

    Hi,
    
    I am trying to get hold of the following issues of Enjoying MG
    (the MG Owners Club Magazine) to comlpete my collection.
    
    If anyone has any of these issues they wouldn't mind selling or 
    knows of anywhere in the Basingstoke/Reading area where I might 
    be able to get them I would be grateful.                 
    
    	Anything Prior to 1986
    	September & October 1986
    	November 1989
    	March 1992 to May 1993 Inclusive
    
    Thanks
    
    Graham Naylor
    
    	Mail : Graham Naylor @REO
    	DTN  : 7-858-4548
    	 

    WANTED:
    
    
    Anyone with a car about to be replaced that thinks their car would be a
    good buy?
    
    Looking for anything 3 years old - either with so many miles the price
    will be really cheap, or with low miles so that my high mileage will
    just average it out...
    
    
    
    Xtine
              

Hi All,

I am going to France next week and desperately need to borrow one of
those roof-rack-box type things which will fit on a Vauxhall Astra.

Anyone's help would be MASSIVELY appreciated and even bribes may be
considered...........

Thanks in advance

Barry (Newbury)
(P.s. I will be leaving the country on 27th July for two weeks)

Can anyone help me please !!

Barry

re.637:

Why don't you rent one?

Dave.

Dave,

I would do but I have no idea where I can rent one from.

Have you got any contacts ??

Regards

Barry

    
    Tried your local Vauxhall dealer? AA? RAC?
    
    Mark

I haven't tried the local dealers.....I didn't think they
would do rental agreements. Unfortunately I cannot afford
to buy a roof-box and I am getting rather worried that we
are going to have to attempt to get 4 peoples luggage into
the boot of my Vauxhall Astra (not easy !!)

Anyone know ANY rental places that do them ??

Regards

Barry

Why don't you try the caravanning conference, or something.  I'm sure someone 
who's into camping and the like is likely to have some helpful suggestion.  
Sorry, don't know any nodenames...

Your local friendly Vauxhall dealer is indeed the place to ask.

Dave.

    To rent from AA 90 pounds, to buy from Halfords 80 pounds!
    

Thanks for your help....what I've actually done is hired
one from a place near where I live. It has cost me 55 quid
for about the largest one you can get.

Regards

Barry

    I am looking to buy a chrome bumper MGB roadster or an Alfa Spider,a
    friend of mine is looking for a Mercedes 230 or 250 CE saloon from 1965
    or 1966
    regards
    willie shaw
    

    
    Landrover 90 (SWB)  2.5 Turbo Diesel E/F Reg .
    
    No PX involved
    
    Lawson    782-2143
                  
    

    
    Hi,
    
    Anyone out there with an Astra (or similar) coming to the end of its
    lease? I am looking to buy an ex-lease car for my cousin and I'm
    interested in the difference between the price quoted to the driver by
    leaseplan and the price they quote if you just ring them and ask what
    they've got on offer.
    
    If anyone who has a car that fits the bill and would like to possibly
    make a small!! profit by buying it and selling it on then please mail
    me here at Solent (Gary Jackson @SBP).
    
    Thanks folks.

    �difference between the price quoted to the driver by leaseplan and the
    �price they quote...
    
    The driver price is likely to be much cheaper as there is no warranty
    given.
    
    Royston

    Warranty is included - I bought my lease car last April from Leaseplan
    and 3 months warranty came with the deal + an excellent price.
    
    Maggie

    
    Thanks Maggie for correcting me. That is news to me.
    
    Was that the same with Hertz does anyone know ?
    
    Royston
    

    Hello Royston,
    
    This was with Hertz (admin via Leasplan - and very efficient they were
    too).
    
    Maggie

    Hmm, thats a bummer. I wish I'd queried this a few months ago as
    I was going to buy an end of lease Hertz car but didn't in the end because I
    thought no warranty applied.
    
    Royston

    Wanted: Set of Wheel Covers for a Nova
    
    I am looking for a set of Vauxhall wheel covers for a Nova (13" i
    think) the sort I am interested in are a star shape (I have seen them
    on an SR but I don't think they were the original covers as I have seen
    them on lower models as well). The colour I am interested in is ideally
    Silver although Black might be OK.
    
    Steve Dimon
    
    PS. I finish my contract with Digital on Fri 15th September and so will
        be unavailble after that date.
         

    Does anyone have either of the following two car mag.s ? I'd be happy
    to pay the cover price for them.
    
    	o Last months CAR - picture of BMW M3 + Coup� on front.
    	o Last weeks (?) Autocar - picture of Lotus Elise.
    
    	Either mail me at the above address or reply here.
    
    	Thanks,
    
    		Rik Watson

    Hi,
    
    I would either like to buy or borrow (for up to 6 months) an engine 
    crane, preferably hydraulic (needs to be able to lift approx 1 ton) 
    to move an engine and gearbox from an MGB around my garage while it
    is being rebuilt and fitted to the car
                          
    Thanks
    
    Graham Naylor

    Most local Tool-Hire shops have what you are looking for. I hired one
    to install an engine and gearbox in my Caterham. The crane was in
    pieces which fit in the boot of a car. I found it was easy to use and
    accurately position the engine , effortlessly.
    
    It wasnt expensive to hire and the longer you have it the cheaper the
    daily rate.
    
    Another useful "tool" are engine stands to bolt onto your engine when
    it is out of the car.

    
    
    Hi
    
    Anyone out there got a workshop manual for a 1989 Jag
    XJ6 2.9 (XJ40)? (and they want to get rid of)
    
    Jaguar DO but costs �80!  ouch.
    
    
    cheers
    
    Gary
    

             
    I am looking for a Mini Traveller - must be the type with real wood,
    not stick on wood effect.
    
    I am willing to pay up to about 1500 pounds - but will consider anything 
    as long as its not a basket case.
    
    Richard Huntley
    
    CHEFS::HUNTLEY_R
    (01635)526070 (DTN 774-6070)
    (01635)34541  (Home)

Wanted: Cavalier Tow-bar (second hand)

To fit 5 door '94 Cavalier turbodiesel.

Thanks,

Huw Williams@olo

851 2686

    
    I'm after a well cared for 2 litre Ford Capri, 1983 on "Laser" or "S"
    model (standardised 5 speed gearbox & tilt/slide sunroof) I would
    consider an older 2 litre "S" if in really good order.
    	Ring 7851 5000 or mail cleasbyi @ olo.
    
    			Regards, Ian

    I'm after a well cared for 2 litre Ford Capri, 1983 on "Laser" or "S"
        model (standardised 5 speed gearbox & tilt/slide sunroof) I would
        consider an older 2 litre "S" if in really good order.
            Ring 7851 5000 or mail cleasbyi @ olo.
    
                            Regards, Ian
     End of note
    

I am looking for an ex-lease Audi 80 or 100, or top of the range Cavalier 
(GSI2000, CDX or Diplomat).

Anyone know of anything please contact me:

Iain Geddes @edo, DTN 7-854-3150, Mob 0374-451927.

Thanks,

Iain

    Is anyone going to be handing back a 2.0i Frontera sport in the next 
    few weeks - I am looking to buy one 

    If you have please phone Mike Hiley on

    dtn 841-3483 or my mobile 0468-335943

    or mail me on Mike Hiley @BBP

    Thanks

    Does anyone have a roof rack for an Omega I could borrow/hire last week
    in May.
    
    Paul Malin 7841 3073

    Saloon or Estate and for what purpose?
    
    Andrew

    Hi.
    
    Does anyone have a unwanted but otherwise usable ball joint splitter 
    suitable to dismantle a mini's front suspension ball joints?
    
    The tool that I'm looking for is the one that is forked and splits the 
    joint by being driven between the the upright and radius arm by a 
    hammer. 
    
    i.e. not the screw clamp version.
    
    All offers welcome. Cash Terms.
    
    If you do, please call me on 7774 6355, or mail me CHEFS::EASTON_H 
    (Howard Easton @NEW)
    
    Thanks.
    
    

    My brothers looking for a 405 diesel estate, either private sale or
    ex-lease.
    
    Please mail me at
    
    mugger::heslop
    
    Thanks,
    
    Brian

    I'm want to buy or "borrow" (for a fee?) a roof rail kit for taking
    bicycles on an Omega Estate.
    
    Any available?
    
    Rupert (DTN 7-830-1469)

    I have one in Leeds, well Harrogate. I don't have any plans to be down
    south in the near future. Bikes mount upside down, which doesn't seem
    as secure as upright.
    
    Andrew
    
    PS mine is Automaxi, there is nothing special about Omega bars, any
    rack for bars would do the job. It's not like others where you need
    gutters/bolts or whatever to fit.

re.669:

Try renting from dealer.

Dave.

Could someone with Autoroute give a route from Oxford to Brecon, Wales.
Should be travelling at about 60 on m-ways 50 other roads.

Thanks,
Simon

    A40 from Oxford to Brecon. Well, actually I think you have to turn off
    the A40 just outside Brecon as the A40 now bypasses the town, but
    basically just follow the A40 all the way. It's a very nice drive, much
    better than hacking along motorways.
    
    Clive

Thanks Clive, shoud be good in my new Cabriolet.

Simon

Wanted:  Golf GTI 4-5 years old

Must be a 5 door model
Preferably with a good music system, ideally a CD player

Contact Carol Gilroy
DTN: 830-2146