Wanted BX17 n/a
- saintjamesy89
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Wanted BX17 n/a
As the title, my astra has to go, it needs work and is only irritating me. Also I need a diesel really for my job (pizza delivering) for better economy, the astra is great for longer non-town journies (54mpg) but not so good in-town (37mpg).
Hopefully something with a few months MOT and tax that doesn't need anything doing to it for a few months (now being paid monthly...). 1.9 n/a's are more expensive on insurance due to their immensely more powerful engines compared to the 17 n/a And if I can find a 17 n/a my insurance company will give ME some money as it's cheaper to insure than my astra, a rare occurrence - I know!
Thanks all
PS i'm also considering other smallish diesels, but my favourite would be a BX if possible.
Hopefully something with a few months MOT and tax that doesn't need anything doing to it for a few months (now being paid monthly...). 1.9 n/a's are more expensive on insurance due to their immensely more powerful engines compared to the 17 n/a And if I can find a 17 n/a my insurance company will give ME some money as it's cheaper to insure than my astra, a rare occurrence - I know!
Thanks all
PS i'm also considering other smallish diesels, but my favourite would be a BX if possible.
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Re: Wanted BX17 n/a
AX 1.5d, can not be beaten for lo cost pizza (hut) delivery! I used to alternate between the BX 19rd and the AX, and the AX was always better on fuel.
- saintjamesy89
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Re: Wanted BX17 n/a
I have looked at them, but... I just don't like 'em. Gotta have a car that I at least like. I have earmarked a few for test driving though, just incase.
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Re: Wanted BX17 n/a
get a ZX
Citroen XM 2.1TD SX hatchback
Citroen XM 2.1TD VSX estate
Smart Roadster
Fiat Punto Cabriolet
Messerschmitt Kr200
Bond minicar mk C
Fiat 126 Bis
BX-less at the moment!
Citroen XM 2.1TD VSX estate
Smart Roadster
Fiat Punto Cabriolet
Messerschmitt Kr200
Bond minicar mk C
Fiat 126 Bis
BX-less at the moment!
Re: Wanted BX17 n/a
Does it have to be a Citroen? Still quite a few Pug 205 derv's floating around.
Mark Smith
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1989 BX GTi 16 valve. Blanc Alpine. Completed the Citroen Classic Challenge Ecosse and 1337 miles without a hitch.
2000 XM VSX 2.1 td Auto. Rouge Magenta.
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Honda Firestorm. Gone, but not forgotten.
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- saintjamesy89
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Re: Wanted BX17 n/a
Doesn't have to be a Citroen, i'm looking at 405, cavalier, astra, rover 200 all n/a diesels. But i'd really prefer a BX if I can find one, there are some horrid roads in Yeovil, and if I find a 17 n/a then I can come to shows avec le BX! Cos the GT isn't going to be roadworthy for a while at this rate...
Not hugely keen on ZX's but have been looking at them, a 1.9 n/a leader is IG 5, which is good! Shame they're all estates on ebay atm (in leader trim). Don't like 205's either i'm afraid (i'm quite fussy as you can see, and would like something astra sized or bigger). We shall see what I find.
Not hugely keen on ZX's but have been looking at them, a 1.9 n/a leader is IG 5, which is good! Shame they're all estates on ebay atm (in leader trim). Don't like 205's either i'm afraid (i'm quite fussy as you can see, and would like something astra sized or bigger). We shall see what I find.
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Re: Wanted BX17 n/a
What about a van?
Plenty of C15's on ebay under £500, some with long MOT's. You'd get plenty of Pizzas in there, and it'd be a good parts chaser and even tug for a transporter trailer. May need to check the insurance, but they're good workhorses.
Plenty of C15's on ebay under £500, some with long MOT's. You'd get plenty of Pizzas in there, and it'd be a good parts chaser and even tug for a transporter trailer. May need to check the insurance, but they're good workhorses.
Mike Sims
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Re: Wanted BX17 n/a
C15 would also be the perfect support vehicle for any future Challenge events. Especially with a TD engine conv.
Mark Smith
Is it just me or is everything shit?
1989 BX GTi 16 valve. Blanc Alpine. Completed the Citroen Classic Challenge Ecosse and 1337 miles without a hitch.
2000 XM VSX 2.1 td Auto. Rouge Magenta.
TGD saloon many years ago.
1990 Swift 'Corniche' 12/2 aka BXClub HQ.
Honda Firestorm. Gone, but not forgotten.
2015 Triumph Tiger Explorer XC.
Is it just me or is everything shit?
1989 BX GTi 16 valve. Blanc Alpine. Completed the Citroen Classic Challenge Ecosse and 1337 miles without a hitch.
2000 XM VSX 2.1 td Auto. Rouge Magenta.
TGD saloon many years ago.
1990 Swift 'Corniche' 12/2 aka BXClub HQ.
Honda Firestorm. Gone, but not forgotten.
2015 Triumph Tiger Explorer XC.
Re: Wanted BX17 n/a
Phil, any chance of a photoshopped C15 van, resplendent with Challengesque stickers and spot lamps.
Mark Smith
Is it just me or is everything shit?
1989 BX GTi 16 valve. Blanc Alpine. Completed the Citroen Classic Challenge Ecosse and 1337 miles without a hitch.
2000 XM VSX 2.1 td Auto. Rouge Magenta.
TGD saloon many years ago.
1990 Swift 'Corniche' 12/2 aka BXClub HQ.
Honda Firestorm. Gone, but not forgotten.
2015 Triumph Tiger Explorer XC.
Is it just me or is everything shit?
1989 BX GTi 16 valve. Blanc Alpine. Completed the Citroen Classic Challenge Ecosse and 1337 miles without a hitch.
2000 XM VSX 2.1 td Auto. Rouge Magenta.
TGD saloon many years ago.
1990 Swift 'Corniche' 12/2 aka BXClub HQ.
Honda Firestorm. Gone, but not forgotten.
2015 Triumph Tiger Explorer XC.
- saintjamesy89
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Re: Wanted BX17 n/a
It'd have to fit 4 people in quite often, and be a daily driver, although I do think C15's a trés cool, don't think it's particularly practical. We only deliver one pizza order at a time so in that sense space isn't an issue. Thanks for the suggestion though Mike.
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Re: Wanted BX17 n/a
Pity this version was never sold here:
http://www.leboncoin.fr/utilitaires/321 ... tm?ca=17_s" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Although I did hear that Pete Abbot up in Lincolnshire was considering selling his (if he hasn't already). Last thing you need isanother project though!
http://www.oto6.fr/6roues/6rouescdlutilitaire.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
although the hairpins may have been interesting
I know where there's a UK converted 6 wheeler, although I don't think they'd sell - they were thinking of putting a more powerful engine in - either turbo diesel or GTi, but I think it's staying as is now.
http://www.leboncoin.fr/utilitaires/321 ... tm?ca=17_s" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Although I did hear that Pete Abbot up in Lincolnshire was considering selling his (if he hasn't already). Last thing you need isanother project though!
The perfect version for that is surely:C15 would also be the perfect support vehicle for any future Challenge events. Especially with a TD engine conv.
http://www.oto6.fr/6roues/6rouescdlutilitaire.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
although the hairpins may have been interesting
I know where there's a UK converted 6 wheeler, although I don't think they'd sell - they were thinking of putting a more powerful engine in - either turbo diesel or GTi, but I think it's staying as is now.
Mike Sims
BX 19RD Estate Mk1 - Timex!
BX 4X4 Estate - Oh god, I've done it again!
BX 17RD MK1 - it called to me!
BX14 TGE, - SOLD
XM Turbo SD,GS Club Estate,Visa 17D Leader,HY Pickup,Dyane Nomad,Dyane 6,2CV AZL,Falcon S,Trabant P50,3x Land Rovers (88" series 1,109" series 2a FFR,series 2a Marshall ambulance),DKW F7, Lambretta LD150 x 1.5,Mobylette SP93,Ural Cossack,Ural M63,CZ 250 Sport,Honda Varadero 125,lots of bicycles & tricycles including (but not only) Sunbeams,Higgins & Bates!
BX 19RD Estate Mk1 - Timex!
BX 4X4 Estate - Oh god, I've done it again!
BX 17RD MK1 - it called to me!
BX14 TGE, - SOLD
XM Turbo SD,GS Club Estate,Visa 17D Leader,HY Pickup,Dyane Nomad,Dyane 6,2CV AZL,Falcon S,Trabant P50,3x Land Rovers (88" series 1,109" series 2a FFR,series 2a Marshall ambulance),DKW F7, Lambretta LD150 x 1.5,Mobylette SP93,Ural Cossack,Ural M63,CZ 250 Sport,Honda Varadero 125,lots of bicycles & tricycles including (but not only) Sunbeams,Higgins & Bates!
Re: Wanted BX17 n/a
IIRC someone did a C15 based on a valver. I think it was purple and was in a Citroenian at some time.
Mark Smith
Is it just me or is everything shit?
1989 BX GTi 16 valve. Blanc Alpine. Completed the Citroen Classic Challenge Ecosse and 1337 miles without a hitch.
2000 XM VSX 2.1 td Auto. Rouge Magenta.
TGD saloon many years ago.
1990 Swift 'Corniche' 12/2 aka BXClub HQ.
Honda Firestorm. Gone, but not forgotten.
2015 Triumph Tiger Explorer XC.
Is it just me or is everything shit?
1989 BX GTi 16 valve. Blanc Alpine. Completed the Citroen Classic Challenge Ecosse and 1337 miles without a hitch.
2000 XM VSX 2.1 td Auto. Rouge Magenta.
TGD saloon many years ago.
1990 Swift 'Corniche' 12/2 aka BXClub HQ.
Honda Firestorm. Gone, but not forgotten.
2015 Triumph Tiger Explorer XC.
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Re: Wanted BX17 n/a
"Phil, any chance of a photoshopped C15 van, resplendent with Challengesque stickers and spot lamps."
I have a pic of a C15 that did some dash to Casablanca or similar and came second in class.
Mark, I will - as my curiosity demands it lol!
I have a pic of a C15 that did some dash to Casablanca or similar and came second in class.
Mark, I will - as my curiosity demands it lol!
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Re: Wanted BX17 n/a
other options include
or even
or even
1991 BX Meteor 1.6
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Re: Wanted BX17 n/a
I know of a lovely early mk2 17rd that may be for sale soon.
Ive emailed him on your behalf Tom.
Ive emailed him on your behalf Tom.
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