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Post by unclebob on Jul 6, 2020 21:17:51 GMT
Not sure it’s a dealer as I only have a mobile number and I’ve been exchanging text and receiving extra photo’s of the vehicle, he says he can delivery but it has all the hallmarks of a risky transaction .
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Post by firemac on Jul 6, 2020 22:28:09 GMT
Not sure it’s a dealer as I only have a mobile number and I’ve been exchanging text and receiving extra photo’s of the vehicle, he says he can delivery but it has all the hallmarks of a risky transaction . In that case, yes, it would pay to be cautious. I have bought 2 of our 3-drs remotely and had them delivered but they were both from reputable dealers (one was Jemca in Herts and the other was a private dealer who sourced all his cars from Jemca) and on the basis that if I wasn't happy that they had been properly described, I could reject them. Certainly no money was transacted until they were delivered and inspected.
He has got 100% rating which says something. I see that he is in Devon; is it possible to go and see the car? It could be a good buy at the right price and as Jase has said, it is a lovely colour combo.
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Post by Paulus17 on Jul 7, 2020 8:04:57 GMT
That looks a really nive Rav Bob and a fair price as the 3 door autos go. :TU:
Must admit i can't see any blemishes on it Bob and it does say in the description-
This Toyota comes with air conditioning, Alloy Wheels, electric windows, electric mirrors,remote central locking and alarm,radio cd,original rear spoiler ,front fogs,brand new spare (looks like its never been used) original jack and tool kit never used.
This outstanding toyota is is a exceptional example,the body panels are all solid straight and dent free with lovely paintwork, the chassis and underside are in fantastic order with no rot at all.The interior is in fantastic shape with no rips tears or abnormal odours.
This rav4 really must be seen and driven to be appreciated.
we will happily supply this toyota fully serviced up to date with a new 12 months mot
please call for further details
px welcome
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Post by unclebob on Jul 7, 2020 10:23:55 GMT
The guy sent me a more close up set of photos and It had scuffs and digs around the bodywork but SOLD no so water under the bridge !
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Post by unclebob on Jul 7, 2020 11:29:08 GMT
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Post by davrav on Jul 7, 2020 11:38:21 GMT
Nice wheels but six owners, 99K and obviously been used for towing and carrying children. MOT history indicates careless/unobservant owners at some point in it's life.
Where's the photo of the 'slight scuff' on the bodywork?
EDIT - and ends missing from side tube.
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Post by unclebob on Jul 7, 2020 14:47:46 GMT
Nice wheels but six owners, 99K and obviously been used for towing and carrying children. MOT history indicates careless/unobservant owners at some point in it's life. Where's the photo of the 'slight scuff' on the bodywork? EDIT - and ends missing from side tube. I did ask about history and the scuff...he replied the scuff is really not bad ! Don’t think the headlamps would come up with a sand and polish 🙁 These cars are good for the mileage if they’ve been looked after but without it being closer I can’t inspect ....I’ll let it go as he wants COD . |
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Post by charliefarlie on Jul 7, 2020 16:41:15 GMT
Think I need a reality check ! Have been making enquiries about a few 3 door RAV4’s and although the dealers big them up in their adverts, once I ask for more details photo’s the truth become apparent 🤔 The RAV4 by design was a utility vehicle and as such was used for such a job, should I expect to find a 16 year old + example that has no bumps and scrapes around the bodywork , or should I see it as a project and will need bodywork ? Last vehicle i enquired about was up for 5k ...sensible mileage and looked tidy in the photo’s, on closer inspection , rear 1/4 bumper creased , flared are pulled away, front arch as long scuff etc I know the automatic commands top money but the dealer seem to want the money without doing any of the work . Yes I know I’m fussy ..I guess other buys might just except it’s wear and tear on an old vehicle . To get a really clean 3 door I bet will cost a lot more than a Lexus convertible....... Know which I’d rather have 👍👍 |
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Post by unclebob on Jul 7, 2020 16:54:45 GMT
Think I need a reality check ! Have been making enquiries about a few 3 door RAV4’s and although the dealers big them up in their adverts, once I ask for more details photo’s the truth become apparent 🤔 The RAV4 by design was a utility vehicle and as such was used for such a job, should I expect to find a 16 year old + example that has no bumps and scrapes around the bodywork , or should I see it as a project and will need bodywork ? Last vehicle i enquired about was up for 5k ...sensible mileage and looked tidy in the photo’s, on closer inspection , rear 1/4 bumper creased , flared are pulled away, front arch as long scuff etc I know the automatic commands top money but the dealer seem to want the money without doing any of the work . Yes I know I’m fussy ..I guess other buys might just except it’s wear and tear on an old vehicle . To get a really clean 3 door I bet will cost a lot more than a Lexus convertible....... Know which I’d rather have 👍👍 Now you tell me ! 😉 |
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Post by unclebob on Jul 7, 2020 17:01:29 GMT
Don’t really need a car at all but wanted something inexpensive to play around with, clearly the 3 door auto’s are turning out not to be cheap 🙁🙁
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Post by charliefarlie on Jul 7, 2020 17:30:20 GMT
Don’t really need a car at all but wanted something inexpensive to play around with, clearly the 3 door auto’s are turning out not to be cheap 🙁🙁 Surely that’s no surprise Bob ? |
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Post by firemac on Jul 7, 2020 18:46:50 GMT
Don’t really need a car at all but wanted something inexpensive to play around with, clearly the 3 door auto’s are turning out not to be cheap 🙁🙁 They're not cheap for a reason, Bob. I guess that the prices aren't likely to come down so IMVHO, you might be as well to concentrate your search on well regarded dealers rather than eBay sellers and be prepared to wait until the right one comes along. None of our 3-drs was cheap. We paid "over the odds" for each of them but, on the upside, none of them cost us anything other than routine servicing and consumables. The current one was the most expensive - £8K finally with all the usual fixes and full service included. Pricey? Yes, but it has cost us nothing since and bearing in mind that it was one owner with a genuine Toyota FSH I reckon it was worth it. You will find one, Bob, just be patient and then haggle. 😉 |
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Post by unclebob on Jul 7, 2020 19:20:25 GMT
Don’t really need a car at all but wanted something inexpensive to play around with, clearly the 3 door auto’s are turning out not to be cheap 🙁🙁 They're not cheap for a reason, Bob. I guess that the prices aren't likely to come down so IMVHO, you might be as well to concentrate your search on well regarded dealers rather than eBay sellers and be prepared to wait until the right one comes along. None of our 3-drs was cheap. We paid "over the odds" for each of them but, on the upside, none of them cost us anything other than routine servicing and consumables. The current one was the most expensive - £8K finally with all the usual fixes and full service included. Pricey? Yes, but it has cost us nothing since and bearing in mind that it was one owner with a genuine Toyota FSH I reckon it was worth it. You will find one, Bob, just be patient and then haggle. 😉 Don’t think in my 41 years driving I’ve ever been without my own car ...just feels a bit odd. Sold the Lexus as I don’t need a car for shows for the next 6 months to a year. We are thinking of getting shot of another vehicle in the household and the 3 door rav4 is one the wife still likes, did show her the Suzuki Grand Vatara but not sure I could like with the build quality 😳 |
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Post by firemac on Jul 7, 2020 20:34:06 GMT
Don’t really need a car at all but wanted something inexpensive to play around with, clearly the 3 door auto’s are turning out not to be cheap 🙁🙁 They're not cheap for a reason, Bob. I guess that the prices aren't likely to come down so IMVHO, you might be as well to concentrate your search on well regarded dealers rather than eBay sellers and be prepared to wait until the right one comes along. None of our 3-drs was cheap. We paid "over the odds" for each of them but, on the upside, none of them cost us anything other than routine servicing and consumables. The current one was the most expensive - £8K finally with all the usual fixes and full service included. Pricey? Yes, but it has cost us nothing since and bearing in mind that it was one owner with a genuine Toyota FSH I reckon it was worth it. You will find one, Bob, just be patient and then haggle. 😉 Like you, my wife has always loved the 3-Dr hence why we have had 4 of them (she also loves Morris Minors but that is an embarrassment that I won't go into). She also likes the 3-Dr Shogun so we had the Barbarian version of that for a while but the unbelievably astronomical service costs put paid to that. So now Saabs and RAV4s live on our drive; I think the ones we have now are keepers - for a while at least! |
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Post by Paulus17 on Jul 8, 2020 7:47:24 GMT
Found THIS one Bob but again is nearer me mileage high but seems to have been looked after? |
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