Jay762

was considering one of these - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Gps-Tracker-For-Car-GSM-GPRS-Mini-Tracking-Device-Auto-Vehicle-Real-Time-GT02A-/290924528961?pt=UK_In_Car_Technology&hash=item43bc740541 just sends messages to your phone insert pay as you go sim card - the car I have has a tracker fitted by subaru but I haven't resubscribed for the reasons above, not keen on big brother nanny state watching over my shoulder all the time

If it has had one owner their details will come up on the V5 so a bit of detective work and you could approach them to find out any additional details. if the exhaust and filter are standard there is a very good chance the ECU will not have been touched as it would give very little gain The paint metal device will give the depth of the paint and is useful if you are looking to detail the car to a high finish but paint is paint irrespective of factory or damage repair finish so you could still be hunting the proverbial needle. It used to be the case that factory paint finishes were slightly dimpled due to the drying process and repair paint jobs came up really smooth and mirror like in finish so if you looked along the car you could see the different way the light was reflected. Giving the car a good hand wash, dry and polish will get you up close and will be able to pick out any small dents chips or cracks anywhere, the panels are quite thin so gentle tapping around the car may throw up some different tones if you are tapping on filler not metal

That will work - go nice with the rims

no one will offer a guarantee too many unknowns unless it is a brand new car with an audit trail from the start of the production line. 230 quid against 10K spend is a small amount in relation and if it means peace of mind also they may pick up something which you get fixed under warranty - there is your money recovered through cost avoidance of future failure

contact one of these orgs and get a full inspection completed - you will get a full report and it will significantly reduce the risk of you have purchased a lemon in the near future. http://www.mycarinspections.co.uk/ http://www.rac.co.uk/buying-a-car/vehicle-inspections/vehicle-inspections-for-private-buyers/ http://www.theaa.com/rewards/offers/aa-vehicle-inspections.html

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must admit I dont mind that colour - start saving for some alloys though and possibly a spoiler (very easy to swap over yourself), the standard WRX one seems a little shy ;)

Only for peace of mind - just have a good play yourself, I have spent money on those independant inspections before buying a car and the report you get is very thorough, a garage will go on your direction though so will approach the inspection in a different way. Having the warranty and a dealership you can physically go to and state your case to get things fixed is a good position to be in. Electric mirrors windows central locking ac etc can all be checked by yourself without too much hassle on the forecourt

If we keep quiet we may get away with it :D

Probably ;)

Must admit I have had two clifford alarms - they have an excellent marketing and advertising dept, I wasn't impressed, flat batteries alarm going off for no reason.

Outback is a good choice - I have had a couple of auto's in the past made long journeys and driving around London a lot easier but I do prefer a stick for driving control although I would be interested in having a go in one of those double clutch flappy paddle auto's

!Removed! ell, quick Gambit he has sussed us out as being clueless already we're well scuppered now

Wotcha and welcome. Wheel alignment is important check for uneven wear on tyres. check all the electrics work including air con, check for alloys corroding lacquer lifting etc check rear wheel arch for corrosion / bubbling as there is a lip on the inside that holds the crud. interior trim is on the cheap side check for scratches on door cards console trim etc from an engine / driving perspective it should idle and rev nicely no grinding or rattling and have that delicious flat four lumpy burble check cv joints on front by full lock circles fwd and reverse.

Wotcha and welcome - thats quite the transformation for two weeks work - nice job!!

I work with data and statistics regularly and dependant what story you want them to tell you can always make them fit the answer required

Good luck sounds like a nice example as Gambit suggested pics may help

I need to sort Type UK stickers as well they just crumbled over the winter

Wotcha and welcome :)

Are they more like badges than stickers though?

I take it your lass was out this evening

What a statement - loving it!!

Thats a real shame to hear as they are not too far from me and have some bits I would have been interested in but I cannot abide bad customer service - keep us posted as to any developments with them

Wotcha and welcome Pete, once you have decided what route to take with any modifications check out the discounts offered for forum members it may help the budget go a little further

hopefully that will resolve the issue