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Post by unclebob on Jun 15, 2020 7:39:14 GMT
My current thoughts really make no sense at all as I don’t need another car after the sale of my Lexus SC430 . I’ve been studying Auto trader and can feel a 3 door RAV4 calling me again 😎
Needs to be an inexpensive vehicle I can put my own stamp on , has to be an Auto 3 door and don’t mind if a NRG, XT3 or XT-R but only a NRG is likely to be cheap !
I’ve alway had a soft spot for the light blue and silver NRG but mindful of the possible gearbox issues and has no easy cruise control add on .
would like a more positive outcome of this Coronavirus before purchasing but do keep your eyes out for me guys 👍🏻
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Post by firemac on Jun 15, 2020 7:47:49 GMT
Will do. It's like an itch that doesn't quite go away and that you need to scratch once in a while.😉
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Post by Rambler on Jun 15, 2020 8:30:55 GMT
Think you're in Kent Bob ?
Being in Essex I'll keep eye out.
Loved my Blue 4.2 nrg.
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Post by unclebob on Jun 15, 2020 8:38:42 GMT
Cheers guys . If it turns out to be a NRG will have to dig out the company name that rebuilds the gearbox ECU’s 🤔 the Blue and grey seats and carpets are an acquired taste but they are getting rare now and I might be able to squeeze it into a few cars shows if a nice example 😎
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Post by firemac on Jun 15, 2020 10:06:40 GMT
Cheers guys . If it turns out to be a NRG will have to dig out the company name that rebuilds the gearbox ECU’s 🤔 the Blue and grey seats and carpets are an acquired taste but they are getting rare now and I might be able to squeeze it into a few cars shows if a nice example 😎 ECUtesting in Derby 👍 |
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Post by clarki on Jun 15, 2020 13:28:51 GMT
3 doors are cool, no doubt.
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Post by Paulus17 on Jun 15, 2020 14:25:34 GMT
I will also keep em peeled Bob.  What sort of mileage you looking at, obviously the lower the better but also more expensive so will high-ish mileage ones be considered? |
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Post by Paulus17 on Jun 15, 2020 14:48:07 GMT
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Post by charliefarlie on Jun 15, 2020 16:29:59 GMT
Anything up our way il gladly go and have a goosey for yer Bob 👍👍
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Post by charliefarlie on Jun 15, 2020 16:31:18 GMT
Ow much 🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪. You knew I was gonna say that 👍👍👍👍👍 |
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Post by unclebob on Jun 15, 2020 17:07:28 GMT
Cheers Paul it’s the only one about at the moment but it’s retail price is around £1750, so see if it drops in the coming months . im in no rush But the pattern for RAV4’s is the opposite to my convertible just sold, convertible prices expensive in the summer & Rav4 prices expensive in the winter. So would to get one before autumn or next spring . Observations about mk2 models with 100k + on the clock ...no noticed wear on the interior seats or controls .....made them to last back then 👍🏻 |
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Post by firemac on Jun 15, 2020 18:02:53 GMT
Cheers Paul it’s the only one about at the moment but it’s retail price is around £1750, so see if it drops in the coming months . im in no rush But the pattern for RAV4’s is the opposite to my convertible just sold, convertible prices expensive in the summer & Rav4 prices expensive in the winter. So would to get one before autumn or next spring . Observations about mk2 models with 100k + on the clock ...no noticed wear on the interior seats or controls .....made them to last back then 👍🏻 Yes, I have always found that the build quality of all the series of RAVs has generally been way above average. The 4.2 to my mind especially so. I mean, ours is 16 years old now and it's just as tight as any newer car that I come across. No loose trim, no rattles, never uses a drop of oil between services and the oil stays a nice golden colour right through the 12 months. The paintwork is excellent and the interior still feels fresh and solid. I don't know why I sold all my previous 4.2s other than boredom and the urge for something different. I fully intend to keep this one (where have I heard that before?! 🙄) |
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Post by Paulus17 on Jun 16, 2020 8:40:51 GMT
Ow much 🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪. You knew I was gonna say that 👍👍👍👍👍 They ain't getting any cheaper Charlie  |
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Post by unclebob on Jun 25, 2020 9:51:31 GMT
This pricked my ears up this morning but under closer inspection it’s accident damaged at the rear , see crease and rust just behind spare wheel , + faded headlights/ corroded wheels and a price to make your eyes water !! www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Toyota-Rav-4-Automatic-/133448226285 |
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Post by firemac on Jun 25, 2020 11:06:36 GMT
This pricked my ears up this morning but under closer inspection it’s accident damaged at the rear , see crease and rust just behind spare wheel , + faded headlights/ corroded wheels and a price to make your eyes water !! www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Toyota-Rav-4-Automatic-/133448226285The MOT history isn't too bad, seen worse. Re damage, I'd give Ben a call and ask him how it happened. It may not be much and if you get new panels to put it right and there's no structural damage, it could be a goer. The headlight fading and alloy corrosion is common at this age; a Maguier's kit and a wheel refurb would see it right. I would like to know how many owners and just how "full" the service history is. Given the mileage, the price isn't bad. Certainly if it were at a dealer, the price would be a good deal higher, albeit with some protections. |
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