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by Matty
Sun Feb 11, 2024 3:58 pm
Forum: Cars
Topic: Tedious but traditional New Car thread
Replies: 143
Views: 2928

Re: Tedious but traditional New Car thread

Blue still the best colour for them 8-)
Zonda_ wrote: Sun Feb 11, 2024 3:04 pm
mik wrote: Sun Feb 11, 2024 2:19 pm You must be well chuffed.

What’s the deal with the plate?
The owner before me was called Matty and left it on.

I know it’s a stretch…
I'm also frequently called Mixty, so I get why. But only at weekends.
by Matty
Sun Feb 11, 2024 3:56 pm
Forum: Cars
Topic: Lexus image in the UK
Replies: 49
Views: 1152

Re: Lexus image in the UK

I’m sure you read the thread on PH by someone who bought one. It was going to be a keeper forever; but he sold it within a year. https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&f=47&t=1972677&i=40 Yeah saw that one, but only due to potential redundancy which did in the end happen (app...
by Matty
Sun Feb 11, 2024 2:46 pm
Forum: Cars
Topic: Lexus image in the UK
Replies: 49
Views: 1152

Re: Lexus image in the UK

If you can afford £12k over 2 years why put a max figure on it. Admittedly I'm 47 now and it's probably only the last 5 years I've not dwelled on the cost of things rather than live on the basis of can I afford to indulge in something I want regardless of cost and perceived value. Your only getting...
by Matty
Sun Feb 11, 2024 1:08 pm
Forum: Cars
Topic: EOTR MX-5 100th Anniversary Super 220
Replies: 16
Views: 410

Re: EOTR MX-5 100th Anniversary Super 220

Someone who lives in my road has one if these in this exact colour, I can see it now from my office window. There are a lot of positives, both head (bullet proof with a long warranty) and heart (sound), the only real kicker for me is the “lack” of power compared to the 550. If it's a Sport+ (wheels...
by Matty
Sun Feb 11, 2024 1:07 pm
Forum: Cars
Topic: Lexus image in the UK
Replies: 49
Views: 1152

Re: Lexus image in the UK

So I've been shopping for an LC500 for a while now. Pretty much given up, limited budget, rare car and me wanting a specific spec... I assumed these were now reaching “feasible” for you? :( What are your spec-ific must-haves? I'm after a Sport+ (RWS, LSD, Carbon roof, and more) Financially yes - I ...
by Matty
Sat Feb 10, 2024 11:56 pm
Forum: Cars
Topic: EOTR MX-5 100th Anniversary Super 220
Replies: 16
Views: 410

Re: EOTR MX-5 100th Anniversary Super 220

MikeHunt wrote: Sat Feb 10, 2024 4:09 pm
Matty wrote: Sat Feb 10, 2024 12:23 pm I've got another suggestion for this list, but I can't remember what it is...
I probably shouldn’t ask, but do go on.
You should!

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by Matty
Sat Feb 10, 2024 12:23 pm
Forum: Cars
Topic: EOTR MX-5 100th Anniversary Super 220
Replies: 16
Views: 410

Re: EOTR MX-5 100th Anniversary Super 220

I really enjoyed sim racing, the setting up process (with VR - essential!) and a decent wheel was always too much of a pain and I don't have the room to keep it permanently in place. My shortlist includes an AMG GT, Panamera, Mulsanne or F-Type I've got another suggestion for this list, but I can't ...
by Matty
Fri Feb 09, 2024 4:56 pm
Forum: Cars
Topic: Test drive report
Replies: 53
Views: 1275

Re: Test drive report

Another ECPOTY, and it's only turned Feb.

I can see the engine appeal, and the waftyness, but I'm do like the Macan. When you move into that price bracket though, there are some big players...was there nothing else a consideration or are you now both beholden to the brand ;)
by Matty
Tue Feb 06, 2024 5:50 pm
Forum: Cars
Topic: Car insurance
Replies: 64
Views: 4347

Re: Car insurance

Over £1000 for insurance still sounds mad to me. That was my mental limit back in my 20s when I wanted something fast; I think I paid about £900 per year for my Corrado VR6 insurance aged 25 with a London address. It's never been as much since. Not looking forward to the renewals this year if premi...
by Matty
Tue Feb 06, 2024 12:30 pm
Forum: Cars
Topic: Car insurance
Replies: 64
Views: 4347

Re: Car insurance

Yeah, they are getting crashed and nicked a lot.... Admiral Direct are saying £1388 (aka £125/month) for basically everything (euro, hire car, personal masseuse) which given the car and the way insurance has gone this year, seems more reasonable. How much!? Is that reasonable? I'd have said £600 wa...
by Matty
Mon Feb 05, 2024 11:04 pm
Forum: Cars
Topic: Tedious but traditional New Car thread
Replies: 143
Views: 2928

Re: Tedious but traditional New Car thread

Noice!

Happy to have my finders fee as a cheque, cash, or BroccersCoin:
viewtopic.php?p=198270#p198270
by Matty
Sat Feb 03, 2024 12:09 pm
Forum: Cars
Topic: Lexus image in the UK
Replies: 49
Views: 1152

Re: Lexus image in the UK

Rich B that's the most unflattering picture of those I've seen :lol: they do look great in red/grey. It's clearly more about confort than outright performance with them also being heated and cooled. The car itself is more around distance as a "Sporty GT" rather than a direct performance c...
by Matty
Sat Feb 03, 2024 12:46 am
Forum: Cars
Topic: Lexus image in the UK
Replies: 49
Views: 1152

Lexus image in the UK

So I've been shopping for an LC500 for a while now. Pretty much given up, limited budget, rare car and me wanting a specific spec...but also because I refuse to pay 10% more to buy from a dealer on a warrantied car. Thing is, typical Lexus owners don't sell privately, nor do they hang around on foru...
by Matty
Fri Feb 02, 2024 9:17 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Apollo Creed or Dillion…
Replies: 5
Views: 241

Re: Apollo Creed or Dillion…

Greatest onscreen handshake. RIP.

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by Matty
Thu Feb 01, 2024 1:48 pm
Forum: Gaming + Tech
Topic: Smart Thermostats
Replies: 118
Views: 12537

Re: Smart Thermostats

Can't comment on the wiring. But a few things about my Nest 1. No click. But does glow. You wouldn't want it in the bedroom unless you also want a night light 2. Bedroom not the best place for a thermostat? Usually one of the warmest rooms 3. Needs to be within reasonable range of the boiler for the...
by Matty
Tue Jan 30, 2024 8:10 pm
Forum: Cars
Topic: Lotus Emira
Replies: 419
Views: 42200

Re: Lotus Emira

Ooof:

https://uk.motor1.com/news/706184/lotus ... eliveries/

Apparently rows of Emiras waiting for delivery, have been there a while and potentially can't move until March

https://imgbb.com/1RHkPK6
by Matty
Sun Jan 28, 2024 4:47 pm
Forum: Cars
Topic: Car insurance
Replies: 64
Views: 4347

Re: Car insurance

Yeah, I had the same pain....despite numerous calls I still ended up paying 80% more than last year (although it had been remapped since, but even without estimates were showing a 60% increase). The "options" have always been that that AFAIK. I only ever pick legal. Try Admiral, they were ...
by Matty
Fri Jan 26, 2024 10:39 pm
Forum: Cars
Topic: Midlife Crisis Cars
Replies: 13
Views: 331

Midlife Crisis Cars

https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/cars/article-12992329/Midlife-crisis-cars.html No suprises on No1 or 2....both the Alfa Spider at 9??? And the Evora at number 10 is an odd one, given that the majority of people I speak to have never even heard of one, let alone consider it's existance to count o...
by Matty
Thu Jan 25, 2024 6:43 pm
Forum: Moaning
Topic: FPN advice
Replies: 67
Views: 1825

Re: FPN advice

"Data following the first two months of the trial shows 7,000 fewer cars per day are using residential streets as cut-throughs in South Fulham. That means there is an estimated 0.65 tonnes less of deadly nitrogen oxide (NOx) polluting the air and 0.9 tonnes less of climate-damaging carbon emiss...
by Matty
Wed Jan 24, 2024 7:16 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Heating Tea
Replies: 23
Views: 530

Re: Heating Tea