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Gazza
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Post by Gazza »

Just bought this from the U.S :D :D :D :D

Ebay 200233670790

Agonising wait for delivery now

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Post by estocks »

Nice 8-)

How much is it to get it over here and road legal?

*has vested interest*
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Post by ///M_aniac »

Nice one, G. Does it run on unleaded?

Enjoy mate! :P
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Post by Gazza »

estocks wrote:Nice 8-)

How much is it to get it over here and road legal?

*has vested interest*
Shipping cost is just short of £2000 plus 10% of the car value inc shipping Customs charges plus 17.5 % VAT plus Registration £55 and MOT fees.
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"Understeer is when you hit the wall with the front of the car, oversteer is when you hit the wall with the rear of the car. Horsepower is how fast you hit the wall and torque is how far you take the wall with you"

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Post by stu »

Very lovely. You're a lucky lucky man!
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stu wrote:Very lovely. You're a lucky lucky man!
Its been a dream since I was a young lad
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"Understeer is when you hit the wall with the front of the car, oversteer is when you hit the wall with the rear of the car. Horsepower is how fast you hit the wall and torque is how far you take the wall with you"

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Post by Zed_Steve »

Very very nice indeed Gaz, enjoy! :thumb:
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Post by ///M_aniac »

Does it run on unleaded, G?
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Post by Bloke »

Nice car mate,
Congrats

better that that Supra you wanted.... :lol: :lol: :lol:

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Post by Alex L »

That is one nice Stang. Thought you didn't want a Shelby rep?

Hopefully I'll be joining you next year with a Hertz lookalikey
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Post by Robert T »

Oooh, very nice G. Bet you can't wait to get your hands on it. I'm suffering from the same feeling at the moment...

I seem to have just bought myself a little weekend runabout - fell in love with it and just couldn't say no - it's black with red leather and very shiney and is more than just a bit modified (:oops:) - bigger than standard engine, race head, straight-cut racing gearbox, K&N air filter, four point harnesses and only two seats - can you guess what it is? :D

I'll post up some piccies when it arrives - might even take it to the next NW meet. :lol:

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:shock:
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Post by the_///M_widow »

Well done Gazza
A lovely car
Wish you all the luck in the world with it
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Post by estocks »

garythefish wrote:
estocks wrote:Nice 8-)

How much is it to get it over here and road legal?

*has vested interest*
Shipping cost is just short of £2000 plus 10% of the car value inc shipping Customs charges plus 17.5 % VAT plus Registration £55 and MOT fees.
10% + 17.5%? This country is incredible :head:
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Post by Gazza »

The 10% is Purchase Tax and then 17.5% of this also :head:

Yes Conor it will run on unleaded.

Alex, it came down to this one or a plain red car with Red interior from California. This one has only the stripes and GT 350 stickers so not a true Clone, I prefer that.
I seem to have just bought myself a little weekend runabout - fell in love with it and just couldn't say no - it's black with red leather and very shiney and is more than just a bit modified (:oops:) - bigger than standard engine, race head, straight-cut racing gearbox, K&N air filter, four point harnesses and only two seats - can you guess what it is?
I would guess Caterham or the like
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Post by Gazza »

Giles wrote::shock:
C'mon G, I can take it and promise not to throw a hissy fit :lol:
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Post by Alex L »

I thought a Caterham/Westfield too but they generally don't have leather (vinyl lookalike stuff) and they don't have a standard engine as such.
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Feckin cool 8-) and it looks shiney
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Ain't it funny Garry, that when geezers like thee and me get to that funny age in our lives where we can spend a liitle to have some fun....?

After all we don't have much time left. 8-)

I like it, I like it very much. hope its cheaper to run than my toy! :head:

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Post by alans150 »

very nice, is it the real thing ,they are making a fortune now ,a frend of mine had a gt500 paid £25 k for it about ten years ago must be worth about 3-4 time that now,i am a big lover of yanks i have had a few over the years, trans ams camaros never had a mustang but love yours .
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Post by 321bhp »

thats sweet gary,looks a minter,im damed sorry you outbid me though,are you keeping the m,or have you sold a load of fish latley


just looked at all the photos its a cracker ,a schoolboy dream,will that be delivered to your door or will you collect from a port somewhere,glad petrol is cheap here at present :twisted: :twisted:
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Post by Alfie »

Well done Gazza...that's a real stunna!
Very very cool.

And I gotta say, you're a very brave man to buy such a car on eBay, from a land far, far away, and without seeing it in the metal.... 8-)

Good luck with it mate, and hope it's even better than your dreams.
Looking forward to a spin in the 'wrong' seat!

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Post by Giles »

Alfie wrote:
And I gotta say, you're a very brave man to buy such a car on eBay, from a land far, far away, and without seeing it in the metal.... 8-)
That was my point Gaz and hence the :shock:

The chaps seems to have a bit of negative feedback too :o

BUT, it's your dream and the car looks a cracker and I wish you the very best of luck 8-)
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Post by Gazza »

I agree, taking a chance by buying from overseas but I've researched the company as much as I could and spoken to others that have imported and I feel comfortable with my decision.
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Post by Deano1712 »

It looks lovely Gary. Post some pics when you get it. Good luck, I hope it is as described.
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Post by Gazza »

Thanks Guys

Nice and shiney 4.7 Litre V8 :D

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BTW I'm keeping the Zed :wink:
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Post by Andrew330Ci »

Hi Gary,
That looks beautiful. Can we have a resignated meet just so we can see it?

Cant think of a better reason for a meet!
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Post by Gazza »

I'd be glad to, just don't think it will handle like the Zed :lol:
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Post by Andrew330Ci »

Wicked! I presume you'll keep us all posted on delivery.
Its a V8 who cares! lol
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Post by Gazza »

Oh Yeeeesssssss :lol:

My new best friend will own a Petrol Garage :lol: :lol: :lol:
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Post by Andrew330Ci »

You'll have to alter your signature as well now!

Look forward to seeing the beast.
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Post by calbens »

:roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:

Boys and their toys! :wink:
She looks a stunner.

Oh by the way you're my sons new best friend and he wants to know when you're bringing it "Up North" :lol:
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Post by Gazza »

Andrew330Ci wrote:You'll have to alter your signature as well now!
Sorted :lol:
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"Understeer is when you hit the wall with the front of the car, oversteer is when you hit the wall with the rear of the car. Horsepower is how fast you hit the wall and torque is how far you take the wall with you"

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Post by Gazza »

calbens wrote::roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:

Boys and their toys! :wink:

I'm allowed to play with this in public :lol: :lol:
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"Understeer is when you hit the wall with the front of the car, oversteer is when you hit the wall with the rear of the car. Horsepower is how fast you hit the wall and torque is how far you take the wall with you"

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Post by SCORPION »

Nice one ! Good time to import with exchange rate so good.
I few years ago I imported a Z28 Camaro. I picked it up from Liverpool docks in the morning, brought it home (through the tunnel - windows wide open) checked it out for the MOT. Took it for an MOT - it failed on the rear fog. Bought an new foglight, fitted it and took it back for the MOT and it passed. Took all documents to Chester to register and tax it. Just managed it before tax office closed at 5 oclock.
That was one of the busiest most exhilerating days I have had.
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Post by whiteminks »

Looks fab G and is soooo you" 8-)

Can't wait to see more pics :wink:


Can't wait to see your pics either Rob......... now what can it be?????? :wink:
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Welcome to the world of Wrong Hand Drive!

Excellent choice of car :D
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whiteminks wrote:Looks fab G and is soooo you" 8-)
Smooth, sleek, powerful, well kept and not bad for its age ??? :lol:
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garythefish wrote:
whiteminks wrote:Looks fab G and is soooo you" 8-)
Smooth, sleek, powerful, well kept and not bad for its age ??? :lol:
Nope.

I would imagine she means:
Red with white bits and drinks a lot....

:D

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Me likey! :thumb: :bow
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garythefish wrote:
whiteminks wrote:Looks fab G and is soooo you" 8-)
Smooth, sleek, powerful, well kept and not bad for its age ??? :lol:
Of course, but I was thinking of more fast and racey! :D
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Post by Gazza »

I'll take that as a compliment P :wink: :wink:


Alfie, peas in a pod matey :lol: :lol:
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garythefish wrote:Alfie, peas in a pod matey :lol: :lol:
Lots of compliments flying around today, eh?

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Post by Geoff H »

Alfie wrote:
garythefish wrote:
whiteminks wrote:Looks fab G and is soooo you" 8-)
Smooth, sleek, powerful, well kept and not bad for its age ??? :lol:
Nope.

I would imagine she means:
Red with white bits and drinks a lot....

:D

A.
I don't normally reply with non constructive posts but that was really well thought out, very funny
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Post by TrickyZ1 »

That is one pretty, pretty car, and "sub-zero" cool 8-)

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Post by Gazza »

Thanks for the comments Guys :D

No date for Shipping yet :bawl:

Another little peek :P

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Post by Giles »

garythefish wrote:No date for Shipping yet :bawl:
When do you part with the dosh Gary?
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Post by Gazza »

I've been doing some checks on the seller with the equivalent of Companies House in Florida and I'm pleased to say that the Company checks out. I've also been in contact with previous buyers and they all report easy transactions with the seller so my mind is more at rest.

With regard to your question Giles, once I have a Florida collection date from the Shipping Company then I will part with the Dosh.
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"Understeer is when you hit the wall with the front of the car, oversteer is when you hit the wall with the rear of the car. Horsepower is how fast you hit the wall and torque is how far you take the wall with you"

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Post by Robert T »

Ooooh, it even has four cylinders in the cabin too. :lol:

Just behind that funny chrome lever thing in the middle of the car - what's that G? A concession to old age? :devil:

It does look great G. It's not the one they used in the Bond film where they did a barrel roll over the river is it? :P

And no, mine is definitely not a Caterham/Westfield. Much more refined than that - it even has carpets, but no stereo and a full set of almost brand new Falkens on it. :D Paid for it on Friday, so should be delivered soon, just sorting insurance, and then I'll post some pics. Until then, you'll just have to keep guessing. :wink:

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Post by Gazza »

If you mean the Auto Shifter, it's much better to have Auto in a Yank Tank :lol:

The 'four cylinders' is the A/C unit
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