Lynden11 Posted November 1, 2019 Posted November 1, 2019 Afternoon all, im getting pretty close to purchasing my first Westfield and although I’ve read the sticky buyers advice I’m keen to delve further. whats the etiquette on posting reg plates for background checks? Or links to the advert for feedback on spec, value, things to look for etc? excuse the ignorance please! Quote
Gary Taylor Posted November 1, 2019 Posted November 1, 2019 First of all welcome, you can add a link to the cars advert and ask questions , someone may know the car and we all have our own interpretation of what we as individuals are looking for in a car i suppose the first Question to ask yourself is what do you want to do with it and does the car suit that choice but we’re happy to help 1 Quote
maurici Posted November 1, 2019 Posted November 1, 2019 Oh!!! I love criticizing adverts (unless they are from the club...) C'mon... can't wait!! Now... seriously... witch car are you looking, and what do you expect from her? 1 Quote
Lynden11 Posted November 1, 2019 Author Posted November 1, 2019 Thanks guys! https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2006-Westfield-SEiW-Wide-Body/163916180942?hash=item262a2a6dce:g:OZAAAOSwi1ZdsGTw im looking for an evening / weekend toy! Something to take out on the roads around me on an evening and a weekend, with the occasional overnight trip or two with the wife! To this end the one thing this one doesn’t have is a half hood but I believe that can be relatively easily sourced and fitted? The spec reads well to me but I’m far from an expert. Any pertinent questions I should be asking? Or things to look for? thanks again Quote
Ian Kinder (Bagpuss) - Joint Peak District AO Posted November 2, 2019 Posted November 2, 2019 It may be worth asking if any of our Scottish members who may be close to Aberdeen to join you if you go to view the car. @Gary Taylor - Scotland AO are you able to tag in any Aberdonian's that may be able to help? (Edit! Oops, you already have below ) From the pics, there's nothing screaming 'run away'! If Carbon fibre's not your thing you could sell the bonnet and nose cone for good money! The headlights won't be much better than candles at night. The mileage is good for it's age. It appears to be well put together and NMS have a good reputation. As you say, you will be able to purchase a roof for the car. Whereabouts do you live? I'd suggest getting along to a local meet and having a look at as many Westie's as you can to help you decide what you're after etc. Though with the winter months well upon us, some 'softies' SORN their cars ! Good luck with your search. 2 Quote
Gary Taylor Posted November 2, 2019 Posted November 2, 2019 It’s certainly a nice well spec’d car and not far from here, although I don’t know the car the only thing to bear in mind is a straight cut gearbox will be noisier than a std one apart from that she appears to be a well sorted and looked after westy @clansman do you know the car ? Quote
Paul Hurdsfield - Joint Manchester AO Posted November 2, 2019 Posted November 2, 2019 145mph 😲 sounds like it's got a highly tuned speedo! Quote
Lynden11 Posted November 2, 2019 Author Posted November 2, 2019 Thanks guys! i believe the car was originally built / owned by an owner down south and came to Scotland around 4 years ago. reg is pn06 ubz if anyone knows it?! anything in particular I should look out for if I go to view? Quote
DonPeffers Posted November 3, 2019 Posted November 3, 2019 https://vehicleenquiry.service.gov.uk/ViewVehicle says car is SORN and MOT expired 31 Aug 2019. Is the seller getting the car MOTd? Is there a private road where it can be test driven? Quote
Lynden11 Posted November 3, 2019 Author Posted November 3, 2019 Yes car being mot’d this week and will not be buying without a drive! Quote
Lynden11 Posted November 4, 2019 Author Posted November 4, 2019 Pending a successful mot I will be! still keen to know more about the cars history if anyone knows it and also any specific things I should be looking at during inspection / test drive? Quote
Kingster Posted November 4, 2019 Posted November 4, 2019 27 minutes ago, Lynden11 said: Pending a successful mot I will be! still keen to know more about the cars history if anyone knows it and also any specific things I should be looking at during inspection / test drive? Build quality. But, that’s something you need a bit of experience to be able to ascertain. As has been asked - where are you? Local members will probably be happy to show you their cars and point out what to look for. 1 Quote
Lynden11 Posted November 4, 2019 Author Posted November 4, 2019 The cars located in Aberdeen and local to me. Quote
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