Mike_sp
New member
Hello,
I've been skimming this site for a while pinching advice and tips, so thought I'd sign up.
I acquired a 2001 Y-reg, 65k, 1.7 in the sliver/blue colour (not sure of proper colour name)
I got the car for free off my brother in law for a weekends work, been sat on his drive for 6 years!
Just passed the mot today, all I've had to do is new battery, new starter motor (tight fit!) front pads and discs, rear brake lines.
2 small rust bubbles on drivers side rear arch (of course)
So trying to find a decent body shop in my area.
First time I drove it was today. Amazed by it. I was expecting good things but was still massively surprised!
Cambelt to be done on payday, along with oil and filter service then I can get her up the rev range without the worry of something snapping off!
17" focus wheels rub like a mother though, I do have the 15" versions of them too but are a bit tatty but they may be best to go back on...
All in all very happy for about £150 spent so far and a bit of weekend time for a years ticket!
Mike
I've been skimming this site for a while pinching advice and tips, so thought I'd sign up.
I acquired a 2001 Y-reg, 65k, 1.7 in the sliver/blue colour (not sure of proper colour name)
I got the car for free off my brother in law for a weekends work, been sat on his drive for 6 years!
Just passed the mot today, all I've had to do is new battery, new starter motor (tight fit!) front pads and discs, rear brake lines.
2 small rust bubbles on drivers side rear arch (of course)
So trying to find a decent body shop in my area.
First time I drove it was today. Amazed by it. I was expecting good things but was still massively surprised!
Cambelt to be done on payday, along with oil and filter service then I can get her up the rev range without the worry of something snapping off!
17" focus wheels rub like a mother though, I do have the 15" versions of them too but are a bit tatty but they may be best to go back on...
All in all very happy for about £150 spent so far and a bit of weekend time for a years ticket!
Mike