It's all do able and a great learning curve. I'm 58 and I tell every person working for or with me that "every day is a school day" I'm sure your uncle would love to pass on his skills to the next generation

Michael, have a read of this, from the RAC

If you stay away from the zones indicated it appears you'll be ok - you too Alan...

Yeah go on then, if you let me know time and place I'll meet up and we can drive down together

Hi Mags,
the same thing has happened to me, twice. When i queried the problem of missing metal items in an envelope i found out and still find it quite unbelievable that the gpo can get away with removing the offending metal item, in their eyes, because it can damage the machinery that they use to sort the letters, and then resealing an empty envelope and sending it on it`s way without any explanation. l lost a turbo badge and a key on separate occasions, commiserations for your loss but if you have another sent by post probably a good idea to have it packed in a jiffy bag or a box.

Just my 2 cents, if it helps with choice - don't buy Uniroyal Rainsport 5.

I have 20vt with non OE dimension 215/45 R17.

Previously I've run 2 sets of Rainsport 3, 1st was normal rating, the second XL rated (couldn't tell a difference); been pleased with both, not a "sport" tyre but decent handling, comfort and really sure-footed in the wet. Also used on another FWD car with 200bhp in OE size 225/40 R18, no complaints. Also, moderate wear on all 3 sets - don't do high mileage, so I'm ok with needing to replace tyres due to age (around 4y old) even if not worn completly (eg. to 3mm or less).
Last year, I've bought new model, Rainsport 5 (XL rated), but it's a total letdown, really squishy handling with plenty of understeer, it's still good in the wet but on dry road it just feels too soft.

Good to see that Nick still has the love, he used to go to SpaItalia in the good old days. The first time he drove over from Athens, later he had moved to Germany so not quite so far.

I've still got the Greek Coupe Club cap he gave me.

My neighbour has sent me this link

https://youtu.be/acWCimXqXbk?si=uyckFtLGgfqFV58I

Paul L

Afternoon all ....

Hope you're well

Unfortunately unplanned change at home means I've had to sell the fiat. I had bought it 2 and a half years ago from an original owner from new, also forum member. I'm the second owner and had planned to go through the fiat getting it absolutely perfect.

She's just had a visit with Joe fcss march/April to sort the belts, suspension aspects from MOT and brakes, see invoice on pictures for the work completed. Serviced with invoices.


Price: £3800
Engine and model: 2 litre 20 valve turbo
Mileage: 84,000
Body colour: wine red
Interior colour and material: tan leather
Manufactured in: 1998
# of previous owners: 1 (2 including me)
MOT / tax until: October 28th 2024

Known technical issues: drivers speaker not working l, occasional sticky speedo.

General condition in and out: bump, dent on rear bumper offside corner, scratch or rear offside quarter, dent on drivers door, a couple of areas of crackling of paint not hugely noticeable. Interior - dash has been sorted so no sticky dash. Original stereo with remote and original book and removal tools. Seats leather has faded and cracked and drivers seat has split on the stitching but solid. Rear benches in good condition although the leather is a little dry and could do with a moisturize. Two front tyres need changing and headlamps could do with a refurbishment, although I have gone over them to improve, everything else on the advisory list has been addressed or deemed not an issue on ramp inspection. (see invoice). Would also suggest new hose kit. Rear boot seal could do with replacing but not letting in water. Oil pressure 3bar not dropping much below 2.5 hot

Rust wise is very good, arches all clear underneath good there is a very slight bubbling in the rear light cup.

Factory standard apart from fcss belt pulley guard

Overall a low mileage, low owner car that mechanically is good just needs some love and care with the aesthetics. Happy to answer questions, comments and offers

The search continues

It is, naturally, illegal to wash one's car on the drive or street around here.

I foresee a short burst of 'ooh, there's a carwash, won't be a minute' on the way to Italy. Just like last time

1. Edinburgh - 1 key, 1 pin, yellow
2. szkom - 1 key, 1 pin, blue
3. montydog - 1 key, blue oblong
4. Jamiepm - 1 key, blue oblong
5. french_coupe - 2 key, 1 pin
6. PaulL - 1 red key, 1 red pin
7. Theresa - 2 keys, blue
8. FLPete - 1 red key, 1 blue oblong, 1 red pin
9. Echodelta - 1 blue oblong
10. Morrison - 2 keys, blue, 1 blue oblong
11. Sheepshead - 1 blue oblong
12. Kev - 1 blue key, 1 blue pin
Next. andrew20V - 2 keys oblong FIAT
14. RichG - 1 x blue key, 1 x blue oblong FIAT key
15. Burty - 1 x red keyring; 1 x red pin
16. Gryka - 1 x blue key, 1 x blue oblong
17. Rob40 - 2 key, 2 pin, red
18. Rosso - 1 key, 1 pin, yellow

One of the fun things about living in Houston is that there is a LOT of money here.

My friend bought his client's vehicle over to show me last night. This is what happens when you throw several $100,000 at a Land Rover Defender 130.

They actually had 27 coops from NL plus 3 from Germany - 30 for the 30th!

Fantastic effort.