ALL ELANS ON PISTONHEADS.

[denim-dick]

Ever thought about selling double-glazing Gary?

[Gary]

if you knew me, you'd know I was only kidding (well sort of) !

[M100_DMM]

Ever thought about selling double-glazing Gary?

Gary and ECM could join forces: "Only fit the best, fit Everest!"

I'll get me coat...................

[denim-dick]

Just been to see the Medina Green Elan (no. 197) that's advertised on Pistonheads (& now Ebay):

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1148474.htm

Having done over 6 hours travelling, round trip, I'm a little miffed (to say the least) to discover that HPI shows it as an insurance write-off!
I can't be sure the guy knew but I have my suspicions afterall, he's a trader.
It did drive OK but with other cosmetic work, I'm going to give it a wide berth.

Oh well, I guess my search continues.

[inkitin]

I'm a little miffed (to say the least) to discover that HPI shows it as an insurance write-off!

I used these guys before I bought mine. Just £3.95 to find out before you set off on a long trip. If you know, or can get, the registration number then it could save you a lot of wasted time and petrol money.

Car Check

Good luck with your search.

[M100_DMM]

Just been to see the Medina Green Elan (no. 197) that's advertised on Pistonheads (& now Ebay):

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1148474.htm

Having done over 6 hours travelling, round trip, I'm a little miffed (to say the least) to discover that HPI shows it as an insurance write-off!
I can't be sure the guy knew but I have my suspicions afterall, he's a trader.
It did drive OK but with other cosmetic work, I'm going to give it a wide berth.

Oh well, I guess my search continues.

Bear in mind that a car can be written off under CAT D if it's been stolen and the insurance company has paid out before it is recovered, even if the car is undamaged when it is recovered.

That said, I think this car was on Ebay (or maybe it was PH) a few months ago, at which time it was in the course of being repaired . I could be wrong, but I think it was the same car. Jacko would doubtless be the man to confirm that.

In any event, it didn't make reserve on Ebay - top bid was £3605 or so IIRC.

[dapinky]

Bear in mind that a car can be written off under CAT D if it's been stolen and the insurance company has paid out before it is recovered, even if the car is undamaged when it is recovered.

Nope - this one has had FNS damage repaired (not completely satisfactorily - but okay and retrievable).

If anyone wants to know anything more about it's condition (from a purchase perspective), then feel free to drop me a line, as i viewed it with Richard, took a (long) test drive and have an elanscan log.

[denim-dick]

Always welcome your opinions David but this had definately been repaired - the passenger door needed some (quite a bit actually) adjustment and there was a crack to the post itself.

I was lucky enough the have the legendary(?) Mr Pinky along (complete with laptop - he looked extremely cool anyway ) to offer his considerable advice - thaks again Dave.

I'm even more convinced that the Guy knew - the circumstances (no history, can't get hold of the previous owners blah, blah) are exactly the same as an Elise he sold on Ebay earlier - that too was a Cat D. Be wary anyone who is thinking about buying from there!

Some nice S2's on autotrader/pistonheads right now - just a shame that they're a little too expensive for my budget @ 9k plus.

I have a bit of a dilema though - I had thought I wanted a Medina green Elan but I find myself strangely attracted to the Yellow, Silk Red, White, & Azure Blue.

I guess I have some thinking to do.
Any suggestions??

[M100_DMM]

Bear in mind that a car can be written off under CAT D if it's been stolen and the insurance company has paid out before it is recovered, even if the car is undamaged when it is recovered.

Nope - this one has had FNS damage repaired (not completely satisfactorily - but okay and retrievable).

If anyone wants to know anything more about it's condition (from a purchase perspective), then feel free to drop me a line, as i viewed it with Richard, took a (long) test drive and have an elanscan log.

I didn't actually say that particular Elan had been written off as a stolen recovered - I was just making the observation that there are circumstances in which a car can be 'written off without it having been damaged.

If you re-read my post, you'll see that I thereafter mentioned my belief that the Elan in question had previously been advertised when under repair. Given your observations, it now seems very likely that my memory wasn't playing tricks on me.

[M100_DMM]

Always welcome your opinions David but this had definately been repaired - the passenger door needed some (quite a bit actually) adjustment and there was a crack to the post itself.

I was lucky enough the have the legendary(?) Mr Pinky along (complete with laptop - he looked extremely cool anyway ) to offer his considerable advice - thaks again Dave.

I'm even more convinced that the Guy knew - the circumstances (no history, can't get hold of the previous owners blah, blah) are exactly the same as an Elise he sold on Ebay earlier - that too was a Cat D. Be wary anyone who is thinking about buying from there!

Some nice S2's on autotrader/pistonheads right now - just a shame that they're a little too expensive for my budget @ 9k plus.

I have a bit of a dilema though - I had thought I wanted a Medina green Elan but I find myself strangely attracted to the Yellow, Silk Red, White, & Azure Blue.

I guess I have some thinking to do.
Any suggestions??

Dick,

You have PM.

[Gary]

Always welcome your opinions David but this had definately been repaired - the passenger door needed some (quite a bit actually) adjustment and there was a crack to the post itself.

I was lucky enough the have the legendary(?) Mr Pinky along (complete with laptop - he looked extremely cool anyway ) to offer his considerable advice - thaks again Dave.

I'm even more convinced that the Guy knew - the circumstances (no history, can't get hold of the previous owners blah, blah) are exactly the same as an Elise he sold on Ebay earlier - that too was a Cat D. Be wary anyone who is thinking about buying from there!

Some nice S2's on autotrader/pistonheads right now - just a shame that they're a little too expensive for my budget @ 9k plus.

I have a bit of a dilema though - I had thought I wanted a Medina green Elan but I find myself strangely attracted to the Yellow, Silk Red, White, & Azure Blue.

I guess I have some thinking to do.
Any suggestions??

Go for Medina!

[Songbird]

If anyone is intrested, I emailed the seller of this ....and got the following reply....

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1211074.htm

Hi Neil, thaks for your email, i will try to answer questions as best as i can!

Q. What service history has the car got..
A. No stamped service book, i do have a number of receipts going back overs the years for services and parts replaced.
Q. Has it got a stamped service book...
A. As above
Q. Do you have any of the cars old MOTs to varify its mileage...
A. Yes, have a number of old MOT's (10), going back over the years, unfortunately not every sigle one.
Q. Do you know if the Cambelt has been changed recently...
A. I have not had it changed, and cannot find any recipts for this, sorry
Q. How many previous owners ...
A. 7 previous owners in log book
Q. How long have you owned the car...
A. I purchased the car July 2008, previous owner purchsed in Aug 2004
Q. Finaly what part of Kent are you in.
A. Maidstone, Kent

Nice responce ..with straightforward honest answers

[firetrap]

Anyone got any info on this one???

http://pistonheads.co.uk/sales/1197599.htm

They have obviously listed it incorrectly as an S2 when it's actually an SE but looks a steal at the price. any info appreciated...

[tommy]

Could this be Richards wasted journey????? ( a few posts up ns front damage)

[dapinky]

Anyone know anything on this one?

see forum.lotuselancentral.com/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=16573

[Nige]

Given it fits the criteria it has to be worth a look? Not known to me and don't know if Gazza has anything on the database.

[M100_DMM]

Anyone know anything on this one?

see forum.lotuselancentral.com/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=16573

It's been up for sale for a while. Seems a reasonable enough car, in arguably the best colour, but, as ever, there is no substitute for viewing and driving the car.

[Jackonicko]

I know it's a much higher mileage than others you've bought Pinkster, and above your usual price bracket!

[dapinky]

I know it's a much higher mileage than others you've bought Pinkster, and above your usual price bracket!

It's actually lower mileage than the others - and the budget is set by the buyer, not me

[Gazza]

Dapinky

Don't know much about this car other than it was up for £6,500 in october and is/was owned by Big Phil on here. Think it has wilwood's as well.

Gazza