Selling my car
 

Well, I've done it, I didn't want to, but I have.

I've finally listed my MG on Ebay (along with my house). I really don't want to see it go, especially as I will then be left with no toy and a house that I am desperate to sell.

Talk about depression. I would have quite happily kept it for another couple of months, but as my OH sold his last month, he feels compelled to nag me into selling mine (just spiteful I think).

Anyway. All sympathy would be gratefully appreciated. If you want to have a look, now is your chance before it;s not mine anymore.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...MESE:IT&ih=011

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ah thats lovely, I know it hurts we are in the same boat OH put his TVR up a while back but only time wasters wanting to have a go so his will be on again very soon

good luck with that im sure it will go soon friend sold hers through ebay last year,

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If you do want to get a replacement sometime, check out auto trader..there're a couple of MGs on there at the moment (one is a midget, though).

Or buy this (and promise to let me have a go ;) )

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You can bring it over you know, fairly cheap to the Maritimes too.

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its the same link or am i missing something ? :D

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Autotrader is stopping the direct link

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Ahh, just do a search on autotrader NS for "MG"... these are the two that came up:-

MG MIDGET - 1979

http://ppgmedia.canadatrader.com/ppg...90-display.jpg

Price : $ 5995
Kilometers : 63858
Stock# : UM228469
Status : Pre-Owned Body : Convertible
Transmission : Manual
Cylinders : 4
Fuel : Gas
Drive : RWD
Doors : 2
Exterior Color : Tan
Type : Convertible
Options : Alloy Wheels, Power Brakes, Bucket Seats, Leather Interior
Description : Car is in great shape.

Options : AM/FM Stereo, Power Steering, Bucket Seats



Description : This MG is in almost original condition. It had its first coat of paint just two years ago. You will not be dissappointed. A very solid car from bottom to top. This car was purchased in Pennsylvania and has only been in N.S. two years. Serious inquiries only please. Only 71210 original miles.JUST REDUCED FROM $13500 TO $11495.00. ALSO BONUS NO TAX PRIVATE SALE!

Year: 1980
Make: MG
Model: MGB
Stock Number: L
Body : Convertible Doors : 2
Passenger : 2
Type : Convertible

http://ppgmedia.canadatrader.com/ppg...44-display.jpg

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This was the other link-

http://ppgmedia.canadatrader.com/ppg...03-display.jpg

AUSTIN-HEALEY SEBRING 5000 - 1991

Price : $ 27000
Kilometers : 21385
Stock# : 6530
Status : Pre-Owned Engine : 5.3
Body : Convertible
Transmission : Automatic
Cylinders : 8
Fuel : Gas
Drive : RWD
Doors : 2
Passenger : 2
Interior Color : Black
Exterior Color : Red
Type : Convertible
Options : AM/FM Stereo, Alloy Wheels, CD Player, Fog Lights, Intermittent Wipers, Leather Interior, Tilt Wheel
Description : NEW OUT OF CRATE LS 5 GM 400 HORSE POWER COVERETTE ENGINE (9000. ENGINE)

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Holy cow DNS thats a beautiful car - was more a fan of the MGBGT but what a stunning example you have. Understand now why you would be upset.

Look on the brightside (both you and Coffeepot i'm refering to here)

You could always build yourself a Factory Five cobra (do a search for them - awaesome kit car company, although you will be gutted to find out that you cannot yet import the kit into Canada for the GTM. Mr MMC very upset to find that out this weekend)

Bung a nice V8 in it and you have something that looks, sounds and performs very nicely indeedy!!

:thumbsup:

Stuff it heres the link http://www.factoryfive.com/

(already on the list for when the GTM becomes allowed in these parts :o)

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Has he been speaking to Al at Western Canada Cobras? He's a good friend of mine. He could always buy one of my cars if I ever get around to getting it to market!

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Have pm`d you! :)

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don't let OH see this delete it quickly :rofl:

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You mean one of these? My husbands car that he sold last month.

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Now the Healey is what I could really fancy next. Had a go in one years ago and never quite got it our of my system.

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oh no thats it he will think he has gone to heaven and will want a heated garage to put it in ;)

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Boys and their toys eh!!!

What do you mean heated workshop - I'm already preparing the kitchen table :(

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This is my life:rofl::rofl::rofl:

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Mine too (good isn't it :thumbup:)

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I think that Healey maybe a Sebring kit.

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sorry you have to part with your baby - would put a bid on it but cant see how we would all fit in it. Not sure how *I* would fit in it:rofl:

Its all for a good reason and you can shop for your new weekend wheels when you get here. Hummer?

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Well if we're talking kits then take a look at this one :eek:

http://www.hotrodscustomstuff.com/Humvee-00.html

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Just don't say hummer in front of my husband. We are ABSOLUTELY not having one.

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But this is what I have just found that I want

http://www.lilbigrig.com/images/lil_...e_047_CGEH.jpg

Apparently its a kit you just put (OK guys I know you don`t just put them :sneaky:) on a normal truck F150 or something, but I would love this set up!!!! :thumbsup: (probably not pink but black and I'd airbrush a unicorn and clouds on the sides - oooooh i'm so excited thinking about this!) :thumbsup:

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Notice it has chrome but it's a 78 which had rubber ones.

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Why not bring it with you - it's over 15 years old so you can. I did.:D

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I booed when my Spitfire went then I boooed even more when my Ducati went. Then Hubby Booed when his Starsky and Hutch Torino went, then booed a little more when the Roller went and he was very very subdued when the Challenger went and he still hasn't forgiven himself - silly man!

But the collections start pretty quick when you get here, there are lots of MG's around (not so many Spitfires) many at good prices - the last auction we went too there were 5 or 6 MG's in various states of repair and one very ugly pooh brown one:eek:

So keep your chin up and I hope you get a good price for your baby!

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I thought about it but if I bought mine over OH wanted to bring his car. then there is all his other boys toys and I would actually quite like to bring an few pots and pans.

The better option all around seemed to be to get rid and start again.

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Conversion. Good job too. Looks just like an original.

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Yeh, and the insurance companies aren't always all that happy about RHD cars. Mainly due to the Chinese youngsters racing their Skylines in Vancouver.

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I can see you in that nice colour :wub: but wheres OH going to sleep ;)

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If anyone buys this before I arrive in 2 weeks time I'll screeeeeeam! (I know that's not very manly, but I've always fancied a Sebring!!)

I've also just had to sell my beloved on Ebay - Marcos Mantula
No chance of bringing her with me, as the DVLA registration date is 1996 :( This is the only date that TC will accept, even though the car was built in 1986 the road conversion was 1996 and that's the date they use :curse:

So the hunt will be on for a new toy - I'm also considering the FactoryFive GTM if they can get it approved

Any other kit car / V8 enthusiasts in Nova Scotia out there?

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Im going this week :rofl:only kidding not sure where we are going yet but oh likes V8 talk and kit cars:blink:

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You should definitely come to the meet up on 31st. You and my husband will be very happy together.

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This thread will not deteriorate to that level you naughty girl!!!!!!!!!! Mr MMC hates the little truck, and due to the FFR GTM being not allowed as yet is now trying to find what else floats his boat enough to plonk the LS7 engine into it.

If your o/h's are anything like mine we have diagrams, internet sites, pictures and ideas floating about the house, a spare room full of parts (ok granted they are mine for my art stuff but anyone else think cylider bodies make great candle holders?!!!) A truck exhaust stack converted into a lamp and a yard full of old cars ready for stock car season :unsure:

And I can't remember who said it but it rings so true - the search for a property entails a heated shop with a house attached!!!

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Fantastic comment on your Ebay ad

The not so good bits

Its in bits

:rofl::rofl::rofl: nice car though!

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It's no coincidence. That was me.

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:thumbsup:
Have you had much interest from Ebay regarding the house / car?

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Loads of interest in the car. 64 people watching it. A dozen or so questions.Loads of interest. About 70 people watching it, a dozen or so questions, just spent a hour on the phone to people wanting to buy it off auction or wanting to view at the weekend.

Part of me doesn't want it to sell, but thats life.

As for the house, just put it on for extra advertising really. Some watchers, but no real interest. Didn't really expect much, but I hope that estate agent gets their fingers out soon. I just want to go. Infuriating isn't it. The thing I really need to get rid of won't budge.

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I know DNS we had a guy fly over from Ireland when I sold my car to buy it in a heartbeat (though I did put it up for sale on the enthusiasts forum I belonged to!)

Also did the same as you with the house on Ebay and she is still up for sale in the UK. We didn't let it stop us moving though - granted we don't really want to buy here until it sells but we have a rental and its giving us an idea of areas, and a feel of what we want. So in a way its been a good thing.

(Problem is the rental doesn't have a big workshop or land for my intended horses!!! ;))

I would strongly suggest that if finances allow just come over and start living here, you may find that your needs / wants and ambitions may differ from what you originally thought they might be!

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Yes, I have considered just moving. My WP should be through within the next month, we will have to consider moving then. My OH is reluctant to leave the house and I have found that it would be hard to insure if it was left empty. One day I will look back on all this and laugh (maybe)