TZD Hurricane. Spares, repairs, parts whatever!

ken newbold · Post by **ken newbold** » Mon Feb 21, 2011 11:26 pm

Arh well, some us know where there is a replacement waiting in the wings.

rayfenwick · Post by **rayfenwick** » Tue Feb 22, 2011 2:06 am

messerschmitt owner wrote:Not wanting to be blunt, location is also a factor - a car in Hull is almost like one in Scotland, too far away for most of us to consider collecting on a trailer just for scrapping for bits. If there had a been a free XM within 100 miles of home and it was drivable, it would be in work's car park now!

This reinforces a very valid point - most Citroen enthusiasts seem to be in the South of England, which is why richardd1652 seems to get the majority of the North cars I guess - it's down to logistics, economics, and having the space to put them once they arrive.

Am I jealous? In a way, because I wish I could turn a few basket cases around, and pass them on to people who, like me, haven't got the space etc to do it themselves. Am I going to knock him for it? No, because at least he actually does it...

Don't get me wrong - a few people were interested in the XM I weighed in, but none of them actually did anything about it...and the result was that a quite saveable car was cubed.

For balance, if, as has been hinted, richardd1652 has actually "gazumped" someone, then that's a different matter. If a prior agreement exists then I agree it is "not cricket".

If however there was merely a "I quite fancy that, I'll non-commitally ponder it for a while without making my intentions known to anyone" scenario, then I can't see any grounds for complaint.

Just my 10 roubles, hopefully not too OT...

Post by **Tim Leech** » Tue Feb 22, 2011 9:18 am

Paul can you supply pictures of the damage please?

Paul296 · Post by **Paul296** » Tue Feb 22, 2011 5:13 pm

Hi All

Yes I'm about to post some pics (if I can work out how to!) I've been on the phone to the insurance co. all day being past from pillar to post. Will post some pics shortly.

The third parties insurance company seem quite happy to accept evidence to say my cars worth more than their valuation. Would it be possible to get a letter from you Tim and/or the CCC to support my claim? I'll be trawling around the small adds/ebay etc. for more evidence but if anyone has anything else (cars for sale etc.) that would be much appreciated.

Many thanks a gain for all the advice - without it I'd have taken the 270 quid and gone and punched a wall with an overwhelming sense of injustice!

Cheers

Paul

Post by **Tim Leech** » Tue Feb 22, 2011 5:36 pm

Hi Paul

More than happy to help regarding the Insurance, just need an email to bxtim@citroencarclub.org,uk with a few details of the car.

Tim

Post by **Tim Leech** » Wed Feb 23, 2011 2:55 pm

Email received, have forwarded it on to the the CCC club Chairman, and will get back to you asap. For those who baulk about payng £30 a year membership its food for thought!.

Paul296 · Post by **Paul296** » Wed Feb 23, 2011 3:12 pm

Hi Tim.

Very much appreciated. Thank you. It's worth it for the magazine (very glossy these days) and a sticker and tax disc holder!

I spoke to the engineers this morning and they have asked me to forward any evidence to support my case. I've managed to find a few cars on the internet so am about to forward the info to them.

Any idea how long the club chairnman will take getting back to me? I'm cutting a bit fine keeping the hire car (they need a fresh valuation by Friday) Thanks again.

Cheers

Paul

Philip Chidlow · Post by **Philip Chidlow** » Wed Feb 23, 2011 3:42 pm

Be warned, Brian will NOT give a valuation for a particular car if it's already had the accident. He will probably only give a guide price for BX models as a whole. You must also ask Johnbird on here to supply you with the evidence of the value of his BX. And if necessary I can supply a copy of a letter given to me valuing my BX at £800.

Post by **Tim Leech** » Wed Feb 23, 2011 5:25 pm

Hi Paul

ive emailed him, hes normally very prompt, so expect a reply very soon.

I will forward on to you what he sends me.

Post by **Tim Leech** » Thu Feb 24, 2011 12:46 pm

OUCH!

Thats a bit of a mess, but its mendable but i imagine not cost effective, does it still drive, does the boot open and close? what state is the boot floor in?

Philip Chidlow · Post by **Philip Chidlow** » Thu Feb 24, 2011 12:49 pm

You can clearly see what we can't Tim

scarecrow · Post by **scarecrow** » Thu Feb 24, 2011 1:06 pm

Can you put the pictures up, Tim? Go on, go on, go on...

Post by **Tim Leech** » Thu Feb 24, 2011 2:13 pm

Will do when I get chance.

Paul296 · Post by **Paul296** » Thu Feb 24, 2011 5:39 pm

Hi All,

Yes indeedy 'a bit of a mess' as you say! No the boot doesn't close and the boot floor has taken a bit of a mashing - all the plastic boot lining has just caved in. It still drives extremely well - as it always did ( the bumper will need a little tender loving gaffa tape as gravity is taking its toll!) I think it might be repairable but the cost would be . . . well alot!

The insurer's engineers got in touch with me today and they have upped their offer to 400 quid plus I get to keep the car - an offer I've accepted. It seemed reasonable to me and I'm tired of talking to insurance companies!

I've been in touch with 'Ken's mate Shaune' aka . . . Shaune, who is interested in my car for another Hurricane that currently needs an engine.
I'd post the pics myself but havn't worked out how to do it yet - so please feel free Tim (I'll just lookaway!). Many thanks Ken for putting me in touch with Shaune - very much appreciated.

Cheers

Paul

Post by **Tim Leech** » Thu Feb 24, 2011 9:40 pm

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