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Post by Smartbear » Sat Nov 05, 2016 8:21 pm

My e89 was supplied in a bit of a grotty state to be honest so I was a bit apprehensive about looking under the bonnet-it seems it's the cleanest part of the car! Very pleased :)
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Post by markeg » Sat Nov 05, 2016 8:24 pm

Thy probably steam cleaned it, Rob. I would get some 303 in there and check all the rubbers etc. :)
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Post by mr wilks » Sat Nov 05, 2016 8:55 pm

Remember the 89 when i first got it Rob :o

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Fortunately the guy had kept the cabin immaculate & didn't shirk on dealer servicing so with some effort it some came good

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Post by Smartbear » Sat Nov 05, 2016 8:59 pm

Wow, what a difference! Perhaps even more telling than clean bodywork when looking over a potential purchase :thumbsup:
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Post by ben g » Sat Nov 05, 2016 9:04 pm

Love a clean engine bay :thumbsup: though weirdly, some like to see an unclean bay when buying as it doesn't look like the seller is hiding any engine issues that way.
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Post by Chris_D » Sat Nov 05, 2016 9:22 pm

ben g wrote:Love a clean engine bay :thumbsup: though weirdly, some like to see an unclean bay when buying as it doesn't look like the seller is hiding any engine issues that way.
+1 on that theory.
I was actually pleased to see the patina of evenly laid dust across all surfaces in mine before i bought it. this photo was supplied by the owner on my request.
Only telltale sign of tomtwattery was from the recent oil change as can be seen from the lack of dust around the oil filler.
Much cleaner now ofc
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Post by mr wilks » Sat Nov 05, 2016 9:31 pm

Chris_D wrote:
ben g wrote:Love a clean engine bay :thumbsup: though weirdly, some like to see an unclean bay when buying as it doesn't look like the seller is hiding any engine issues that way.
+1 on that theory.
I was actually pleased to see the patina of evenly laid dust across all surfaces in mine before i bought it. this photo was supplied by the owner on my request.
Only telltale sign of tomtwattery was from the recent oil change as can be seen from the lack of dust around the oil filler.
Much cleaner now ofc
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After, and in bits lol:
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You wouldn't go looking for oil / fluid leaks from the top would you :?
In my experience popping the bonnet to reveal a fresh + minty engine bay can only be a positive
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Post by Chris_D » Sat Nov 05, 2016 9:38 pm

mr wilks wrote:
Chris_D wrote:
ben g wrote:Love a clean engine bay :thumbsup: though weirdly, some like to see an unclean bay when buying as it doesn't look like the seller is hiding any engine issues that way.
+1 on that theory.
I was actually pleased to see the patina of evenly laid dust across all surfaces in mine before i bought it. this photo was supplied by the owner on my request.
Only telltale sign of tomtwattery was from the recent oil change as can be seen from the lack of dust around the oil filler.
Much cleaner now ofc
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Before:
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After, and in bits lol:
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You wouldn't go looking for oil / fluid leaks from the top would you :?
In my experience popping the bonnet to reveal a fresh + minty engine bay can only be a positive
Well ofc a clean engine bay is the preferred option as it's a sign that its been cherished and cared for.
But at least mine looked honest, if not squeaky clean.
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Post by mr wilks » Sat Nov 05, 2016 9:45 pm

Chris_D wrote:
mr wilks wrote:
Chris_D wrote: +1 on that theory.
I was actually pleased to see the patina of evenly laid dust across all surfaces in mine before i bought it. this photo was supplied by the owner on my request.
Only telltale sign of tomtwattery was from the recent oil change as can be seen from the lack of dust around the oil filler.
Much cleaner now ofc
:thumbsup:
Before:
File 12-08-2016, 22 39 15.jpeg
After, and in bits lol:
Photo 14-10-2016 15 32 16.jpg
You wouldn't go looking for oil / fluid leaks from the top would you :?
In my experience popping the bonnet to reveal a fresh + minty engine bay can only be a positive
Well ofc a clean engine bay is the preferred option as it's a sign that its been cherished and cared for.
But at least mine looked honest, if not squeaky clean.
To be fair i wouldn't judge a car by its under bonnet presentation , the 89 i bought had clearly come from a good home he just never lifted the bonnet in his 5 yrs of ownership & assumed his dealer was keeping things tiptop under there
Guess its one of those quirks that define the enthusiast from a owner , doesn't mean its any better or worse a car it just shows a certain pride of ownership
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Post by Stuartt » Sat Nov 05, 2016 9:53 pm

Looks good Rob :thumbsup:

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Post by Pastry » Sat Nov 05, 2016 9:55 pm

It's looking nice and tidy Rob but something isn't right, what you need is a nice 2.5 engine in that bay and I just so happen to know a decent fella that would swap you one :wink: :thumbsup:
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Post by mr wilks » Sat Nov 05, 2016 9:57 pm

Any plans to upsize the 17s Rob ? :?
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Post by Smartbear » Sat Nov 05, 2016 11:15 pm

mr wilks wrote:Any plans to upsize the 17s Rob ? :?
How very dare you! They're 18's il have you know :wink:
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Post by Smartbear » Sat Nov 05, 2016 11:18 pm

Pastry wrote:It's looking nice and tidy Rob but something isn't right, what you need is a nice 2.5 engine in that bay and I just so happen to know a decent fella that would swap you one :wink: :thumbsup:
That's a really kind gesture pastry, il give it some serious thought over the next 2 seconds :poke:
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Post by Nictrix » Sun Nov 06, 2016 4:03 pm

Smartbear wrote:
mr wilks wrote:Any plans to upsize the 17s Rob ? :?
How very dare you! They're 18's il have you know :wink:
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