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05-21-2024, 07:19 AM
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#38976 | RS Veteran
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This reminds me of my pursuit for another Alfa Romeo Spider two years ago located also in Sidney.
I contacted the seller, but turns out the vehicle is being represented on behalf of the seller's agent or personal assistant or what-have-you. The communication was a serious pain in the ass. It showed very well in photos, but rather than further waste my time going to the island, I arranged for a PPI at the local Alfa dealership, got my PPI, made my decision and reversed the situation and told them to pound sand. The best was when they asked me for a copy of the PPI. I told them only if they'd come to Vancouver for it. Totally worth the $150.
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05-21-2024, 08:15 AM
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#38977 | Performance Moderator
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Honestly if you're a shop do you even need to PPI an old Alfa? Just tick off half the boxes as fail and you have a 99% chance of being right.
if I owned a shop and an Alfa came in first thing I'd do is go out to get a fresh pen.
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05-21-2024, 09:19 AM
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#38978 | RS Veteran
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You're missing out on a capital opportunity, 68style.
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Originally Posted by Badhobz I think she’s one of those weirdos who gets off on feeding fat fucks. Pretty sure she feeds me and then goes home to cook her own baooo yuuu with supreme sauce | |
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05-21-2024, 09:28 AM
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#38979 | I contribute to threads in the offtopic forum
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The funny thing is, Alfa ppl are the biggest purists you'll ever meet. They'll be more than happy to point out leather straps holding the suspension on aren't made from the correct cow.
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05-21-2024, 09:49 AM
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They are the worst people you will ever meet. Trust me on this one.
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Originally Posted by Badhobz I think she’s one of those weirdos who gets off on feeding fat fucks. Pretty sure she feeds me and then goes home to cook her own baooo yuuu with supreme sauce | |
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05-21-2024, 09:52 AM
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#38981 | I contribute to threads in the offtopic forum
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Originally Posted by bcrdukes This reminds me of my pursuit for another Alfa Romeo Spider two years ago located also in Sidney. | Quote:
Originally Posted by bcrdukes They are the worst people you will ever meet. Trust me on this one. | I like an honest man
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05-21-2024, 09:56 AM
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#38982 | RS Veteran
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I had one before and will Always Look For Another.
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Originally Posted by BIC_BAWS I literally do not plan on buying another vehicle in my lifetime, assuming it doesn't get written off. | Quote:
Originally Posted by Badhobz I think she’s one of those weirdos who gets off on feeding fat fucks. Pretty sure she feeds me and then goes home to cook her own baooo yuuu with supreme sauce | |
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05-21-2024, 10:18 AM
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#38983 | OMGWTFBBQ is a common word I say everyday
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So what's so good about them? Gulias and steveos are easily under $30k now, same price as the current Gen V6/ v8 quattroportes. There's also 159/ beras you can get from Japan  such beauty
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05-21-2024, 10:22 AM
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Nothing. They suck ass and drain your wallet.
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Originally Posted by BIC_BAWS I literally do not plan on buying another vehicle in my lifetime, assuming it doesn't get written off. | Quote:
Originally Posted by Badhobz I think she’s one of those weirdos who gets off on feeding fat fucks. Pretty sure she feeds me and then goes home to cook her own baooo yuuu with supreme sauce | |
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05-21-2024, 10:31 AM
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#38985 | I contribute to threads in the offtopic forum
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GTV/GTA is the only Alfa you should aspire to own.
Everything else can kiss my bum bum
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05-21-2024, 12:04 PM
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#38986 | I told him no, what y'all do?
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Originally Posted by bcrdukes Nothing. They suck ass and drain your wallet. |
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05-21-2024, 12:49 PM
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#38987 | My homepage has been set to RS
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Originally Posted by JDMDreams So what's so good about them? Gulias and steveos are easily under $30k now, same price as the current Gen V6/ v8 quattroportes. There's also 159/ beras you can get from Japan  such beauty | The Giulia and Stelvio are silly cars - they drive with a compliance/softness that's quite nice & has delicate steering that somehow still has feedback.
The 2.0T seem reliable for daily driver but there's no joy in that - the 2.9T in the QV seem like endless trouble
I'm also seeing the FCA V6 in Maserati have timing chain issues - it would have to be V8 or bust for me.
That said, high mileage Lexus V8 in F car also have timing chain/guide issues and valley leaks so at the end of the day.... pick the spice that excites you.
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05-21-2024, 01:02 PM
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#38988 | Where's my RS Christmas Lobster?!
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Originally Posted by Badhobz in my defense, i just asked if he ever comes over to the mainland.
I figure dem islanders would occasionally come over to the mainland to do uhhh ya know.... stuff.... like sell their fish? ... or take in a lap dance at brandy?
i dont know! seems innocent enough. But he was DEEPLY offended. WE HAVE NO NEED TO COME TO YOUR SHITTY MAINLAND!!!! like my god, this guy is the embodiment of the cross cab owner. | "Sell their Fish" LOL
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05-21-2024, 08:07 PM
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#38989 | I *heart* Revscene.net very Muchie
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Does this 2018 911T (35,000km) seem to be really well priced? I'd like the 18 way Sport Plus seats but otherwise this seems like a good deal.
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05-21-2024, 09:24 PM
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#38990 | Willing to sell body for a few minutes on RS
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Yeah and it’s a good color too ! Darrrrkkkkkk !!!! Your half assed gt3 wannabe beetle is calling.
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05-22-2024, 08:02 AM
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#38991 | Everyone wants a piece of R S...
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I wish I waited and picked up this E88 example. Having to address the oil leaks slowly myself is not a fun time. Given the work put in, I think this is a good price. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...1360073757709/
I talked to him a bit and he has sport seats and some other goodies that he can include for extra as well. Buy this, and an M sticker to join in on the M photoshoot |
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05-22-2024, 08:26 AM
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#38992 | RS has made me the bitter person i am today!
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Originally Posted by headhunt3r I wish I waited and picked up this E88 example. Having to address the oil leaks slowly myself is not a fun time. Given the work put in, I think this is a good price. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...1360073757709/
I talked to him a bit and he has sport seats and some other goodies that he can include for extra as well. Buy this, and an M sticker to join in on the M photoshoot  | That looks good for a turn key car. I kind of want it but got no place to park it and don't have an extra 12k to spend on it lol. This thread makes me sad.
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05-22-2024, 08:43 AM
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#38993 | RS.net, helping ugly ppl have sex since 2001
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Anyone a follower of this? 2011 CR-Z, 150K kms, $7K, comparatively, looks like a good price. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...5675654195903/ |
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05-22-2024, 09:28 AM
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#38994 | OMGWTFBBQ is a common word I say everyday
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I hum and ha over that. The 2 seater really kills it for me. It's really not fast, and unless you dump a bunch of money in to engine swap, there's really no point. I think a Honda fit gets similar mpg but way more practical and has parts support.
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05-22-2024, 09:43 AM
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#38995 | I don't get it
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I had a CRZ back in the day. You can get a HKS supercharger for the stock 1.5L engine but that's like 5k easy. I'd say a Honda Fit is more fun and still has good fuel mileage.
At this age, the hybrid parts might be worn out and cost a fortune to replace.
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05-22-2024, 09:45 AM
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#38996 | RS Veteran
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I don't think a CRZ is supposed to be fast.
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05-22-2024, 10:27 AM
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#38997 | OMGWTFBBQ is a common word I say everyday
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I considered a white one a bit back, research said to prep for hybrid battery replacement (2K~3K) but everything else is pretty standard. Suspension may need refreshing, etc. I will say the design aged incredibly, still stands out for a 12+ year old car
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05-22-2024, 03:17 PM
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#38998 | Need to Seek Professional Help
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Speaking of Honda Fits... https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...8256638950601/ 2009 Honda fit
CA$3,800
Honda Fit 2009 Manual Transmission w/203410 kms
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05-22-2024, 04:17 PM
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#38999 | RS.net, helping ugly ppl have sex since 2001
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^interesting, what do you make of the engine noise on these?
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05-22-2024, 04:58 PM
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#39000 | Rs has made me the man i am today!
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You're going to hear it. Entry level car, not a lot of sound deadening.
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