Recent content by iacabu

3k a year is quite the expense! But as you say, if it's worth it to you then it's money well spent...provided it's affordable I really don't want to be stuck with a car I hate, purely for being scared by the prospect of a large bill. I may get away without, but that's the risk to take A 5.5...

A good way to do it. Wouldn't surprise me if I spent top end and then still got thrown a large bill. I have been following it recently, since I've been considering something with a bit more waft. I actually posted an e500 in there a few days ago with the bilstein suspension

Very good point. I mentioned earlier that the low mileage actually puts me off more than anything. It might just be a ticking time bomb for me to replace all the items that should have been already had it done 100k. Although I won't be adding many miles to car myself. Yes, that's the one. It...

Just skim read a few pages looking for the juicy bits... Firstly, if I ended up with a car that looked like yours, I'd be a very happy chap. Second, there are bills, then there are 2k bills. That would certainly cause some issues for me. I suppose it's take the risk for a car like this, or...

Ah, I did come across your post after searching PH. Although I didn't get through it all so missed the costs involved. I'll have a read through. I'd seen a couple of ph members offered on another estate, currently advertised at 6.5k but the owner is holding out. I actually really like...

You're absolutely right about finding a good example, as also mentioned earlier. There are obviously cars that have been maintained fastidiously, however I have to consider that my budget is relatively low and that I can't always expect the best. There is a silver car I've got my eye on at...

Thanks for all the replies. I tend to over think and over research purchases like this, but sounds like I'll be pretty happy if I just get on with it and enjoy it and worry about any issues as and when they come up. I have briefly looked at the cls. I prefer the e on looks, but won't discount...

Hi all, 5 years ago I asked about purchasing my first v8, a clk55. I never did get one and now I'm back, once again looking for my first v8! Budget will be sub 5k for an e500. It isn't the only option I'm considering but it's top of my want list. They seem to be praised everywhere I look...

I've wanted a v8 for a long time and I'm thinking now might be the time to scratch the itch. I did fancy an e39 540i but they seem to have a few common issues and cost a lot to run, although receive a lot of praise. From what I can gather, the clk seems to be a fairly reliable option with the...