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Stacey007



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Need to decide is it a YES buy it or NO... :) ***Update ***
OK so drove the series 3 today and have to say it drove well, braked straight, wasn't at all as rickety as I thought it would be Smile


I took it for a good spin, sounded good, tick over good, (petrol engine)


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The Mrs sitting in it (she stayed in my car with kids) although likes it a lot !!


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The little lad thought it was ACE and wanted it straight away Smile


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Post #595055 21st Jan 2017 8:35pm
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Mash



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Guernsey 1998 Defender 90 300 Tdi HT Nato Green
As you have got this far you know the answer already, hand the money over any enjoy yourselves Thumbs Up 90 wolf - Jasmin http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic39408.html
90 V8 - Maggie http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic42564.html
110 TD5 - Buggsy http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic59029.html
52HG25 lightweight https://www.defender2.net/forum/topic72342.html
D3 Hse - Fiona
Capri 2l S - Anna

Think I might have a problem............
Post #595063 21st Jan 2017 8:51pm
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xcentric



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I had a S3 station wagon years ago. Loved it, but it was very loud, very vague steering, very agricultural. Driving a 200tdi was a revelation in comfort.

But cars are about facilitating adventures - and it seems like there's enthusiasm there amongst the younger and female members for it, so why not?

Usual rules apply - a cheap one will be an expensive one in the end, so check that its as sound as it can be, that you know what will need doing to make it safe, roadworthy, and comfortable (in that order) and can afford at least the first 2, and then have fun.....
Post #595064 21st Jan 2017 8:52pm
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Stacey007



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^ Your right.


It HAS to be safe, even though it has an MOT there is obvious work that I would want doing (some welding...)

Then the seat belts, I would have to look at better ones for the front and if they do any for the rear that are suitable.

It would be a project, keep be busy in the evening and weekends.

I'm happy with the price for what I'm getting (I think) it has a few upgrades which make it much better apparently such as these springs...it didn't feel as bad as I though after jumping out of mine and into this Smile




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Post #595065 21st Jan 2017 8:59pm
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Rashers



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United Kingdom 2014 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 USW Corris Grey
If you can afford it, and your wife is happy about it, I would advise to buy Thumbs Up

Listen to the little Lad. Spend his inheritance Rolling with laughter

I had a Series 2A which I got rid of years ago. I have regretted it ever since. Go for it.
Post #595079 21st Jan 2017 9:25pm
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GREENI



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YES.
Post #595081 21st Jan 2017 9:28pm
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Sulisuli



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United Kingdom 2015 Defender 90 Puma 2.2 HT Corris Grey
Stacey007 you have already blown part of your lads inheritance on a shiny fuel cap blow a bit more on this Very Happy do it up for him for when he passes his test, think you have a few years to do it Thumbs Up 2015 HT XS 90
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Post #595083 21st Jan 2017 9:31pm
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Romadog



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Buy it....or send me the details so I can Very Happy Whistle Thumbs Up
Post #595084 21st Jan 2017 9:32pm
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custom90



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Go for it if you can, nothing beats a little green landing in the summer with a Series either. Thumbs Up Diesel$ Live$ Matter. ⛽️🛢️👨‍🔧🧰⚙️ RED, WHITE & BOOST! 🇬🇧
Post #595087 21st Jan 2017 9:42pm
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Rosco



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United Kingdom 2015 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 XS CSW Montalcino Red
There doesn't appear to be a decision to make. YES!! 2007 - Stornoway Grey 90 XS SW - Gone
2002 - Black Discovery II - Gone
2014 - Montalcino Red 110 XS SW
Post #595089 21st Jan 2017 9:44pm
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JOW240725



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United Kingdom 2012 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 XS CSW Orkney Grey
Go for it!! Thumbs Up James
MY2012 110 2.2TDCi XS SW Orkney Grey - http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic43410.html
MY1990 110 200TDi SW beautifully faded Portofino Red - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post743641.html#743641
MY1984 90 V8 Slate Grey - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post744557.html#744557
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Post #595093 21st Jan 2017 9:55pm
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Maris Widgeon



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England 2007 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Santorini Black
There's nothing better than having something to tinker with, it's good for your health!!
Go for it. Nick
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Ellisboy



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1998 Defender 90 300 Tdi CSW Epsom Green
Definitely Thumbs Up

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Post #595106 21st Jan 2017 10:18pm
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PCA42



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England 2008 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 DCPU Tonga Green
Do it. Thumbs Up Pete

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Post #595127 21st Jan 2017 11:09pm
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Stacey007



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I don't know what makes me think I'm asking the wrong people should I buy it really !! Rolling with laughter


Funny enough driving back to the garage I had a Defender give me a great thumbs up Thumbs Up Thumbs Up


I've never spent this long buying any car... I'm sleeping on it and may make a call in the morning
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