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My own personal1999 bmw 523i auto touring149 000 miles MOT 08/08/2023 (never once failed or even received and advisory t...
24/01/2023

My own personal
1999 bmw 523i auto touring

149 000 miles

MOT 08/08/2023 (never once failed or even received and advisory throughout its life)

Complete with Bmw leather wallet and all book packs, the service book is completely full and has always been serviced annually! (I will replace oil and filters for new buyer as they are due next month )

4 very good Michelin cross climate tyres on 17” alloys with minimal marks and no cracks/buckles

Brand new Bosch s4 battery as of 24/01/2023

3 owner car (last one 14yrs)

2 keys + valet key

Body work is in fantastic condition compared to any e39 I’ve ever seen (or had) with very very minimal signs of rust to the arches or anywhere on the body - there is unfortunately a fairly large mark to the offside rear passenger door which I assume has been caused by something falling onto it in the garage where it was once stored

I would genuinely jump into this car and go anywhere in the uk without hesitation …. Or even Europe

Strange spec as I’ve not seen many without cow skin interior but it does have some creature comforts like cruise , steering controls and the cd changer

Only reason for sale is I want something more modern with isofix for my son

Will be sad to see it go but I’m sure it won’t be too long before I’m back in a 90’s Bm

£1700

Viewing Harrogate Hg3
*Private plate will be removed and i will get some better photos after a valet
(original Reg V183 PDV)

Where it all startedEveryone should experience a classic mini in their lifetimeThe breakdowns, the repairs, the rust, th...
27/11/2022

Where it all started

Everyone should experience a classic mini in their lifetime

The breakdowns, the repairs, the rust, the oil or just that ear to ear smile every time you turn the key

I was lucky enough to experience one as my first car!

The A series engine is still one of my favourite soundtracks, straight piped through an rc40 back box ….. it really gets things tingling

Throwback to a left wing hero! I accidentally purchased this car a few years back upon stumbling across it whilst browsi...
24/11/2022

Throwback to a left wing hero!

I accidentally purchased this car a few years back upon stumbling across it whilst browsing car and classic for a mini

Not knowing anything about Triumph Dolomite sprints apart from it looked cool and had a very attractive price

a quick google search revealed 135bhp and RWD …. Instantly I was sold

I learnt it was the first production 16v motor and genuinely went VERY well I kept this car far longer than I intended

It was typical 70/80’s British from the smell, the wood, the ash trays, the rott

A personal soft spot The Range Rover L322This particular example was an early HSE model without sunroof or heated steeri...
18/11/2022

A personal soft spot

The Range Rover L322

This particular example was an early HSE model without sunroof or heated steering wheel but nearly every other option ticked!

Covered in wood veneer, deep pile green carpets, cream cow skin this ultimate “old man spec” was an absolute dream to be sat in

The exterior finished in land rovers giverny green was so much more refreshing than the typical black “narcotic seller” spec

Powered by the td6 (a bmw 3.0 diesel) it was actually reliable and frugal enough to use daily

I had absolutely no issues in the 10000miles of ownership, non of the typical horror storys associated with this shape range rover

would have another in a heartbeat - the key is finding a loved enthusiast owned example

Today I’m sharing the one that got away 💔I daily drove this e38 for around two and a half years,  hugely regret selling ...
15/11/2022

Today I’m sharing the one that got away 💔

I daily drove this e38 for around two and a half years, hugely regret selling it

True 90’s Champagne on lemonade budget

Im very Lucky to have experienced most automotive brands over the last decade ! My favourite are the unusual, against th...
14/11/2022

Im very Lucky to have experienced most automotive brands over the last decade !

My favourite are the unusual, against the grain motors that get people talking!

For example this back to basics 2021 Lada Niva legend which i had the pleasure of UK registering last year

This is some appreciation for a Sub £5000 hero that i previously sold 1999 Saab 9-3 viggen2.3 turbo Circa 230bhp Manual ...
14/11/2022

This is some appreciation for a Sub £5000 hero that i previously sold

1999 Saab 9-3 viggen
2.3 turbo
Circa 230bhp
Manual 5 speed
Lightning blue

This particular viggen had a few tasteful upgrades from saab tuning specialists such as maptun and Abbott racing

Sharing many components with the vauxhall caviler handling was … “exciting”

The 90’s turbo was a real unexpected kick in the teeth with a very small rev window and peak power achieved early on

There’s still not much I’ve driven that offers such a “pull” from rolling speeds old school saab turbo’s really did go well …. These things really were seriously underrated especially the flagship model Viggen

Shame the majority have now rotton away, understeered into walls or motors pulled for big power vauxhall builds

Established 2022 ... practiced since 2009Summer ‘09 an addiction was born; My first love a 998cc Austin Mini Mayfair was...
10/11/2022

Established 2022 ... practiced since 2009

Summer ‘09 an addiction was born; My first love a 998cc Austin Mini Mayfair was brutally attacked in a rear end incident and sadly didn’t survive..
From this momment on its been a journey of highs, lows, excitement, regret and heart break when it comes to vehicles..

Whether its irresponsibly buying a BMW E46 M3 at 19, driving a 3.2 V8 Jag daily or willingly purchasing a 1.9 naturaly aspirated Citroen BX diesel estate at 28 yrs of age I’ve pretty much done it all.. from Peugeot to Porsche theres not much that startles me!

Now at the ripe old age of 31 and after 13yrs of buying, selling and swapping I’ve gathered enough knowledge to feed my addiction and hopefully earn a little extra income for my son

Specialising in sub £5000 cars with an unhealthy passion for 90's or noughties BMW and Land Rovers

Based Harrogate North Yorkshire

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