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Hi Tim, yes, cruiser is what we wanted, for trips to folks in Shropshire, Norfolk and of course forays over the Channel. Trouble is, having bought this and spent some money on it, we'll have to wait until October before we can travel!
Will bring it to the CXM rally though.
I did go to Edwards and have a rummage for a tailgate, but seeing as I can get this one painted for £100, as well as have a spoiler (which I pick up at the rally) painted and fitted I'll go with that. And also I need to get Mr Dent Devil to sort out the lumps and bumps. The whole thing needs a machine polish too.
But we'll get there. Worth the investment given it's only got 82k miles on it.
Will bring it to the CXM rally though.
I did go to Edwards and have a rummage for a tailgate, but seeing as I can get this one painted for £100, as well as have a spoiler (which I pick up at the rally) painted and fitted I'll go with that. And also I need to get Mr Dent Devil to sort out the lumps and bumps. The whole thing needs a machine polish too.
But we'll get there. Worth the investment given it's only got 82k miles on it.
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It's hardly a slouch either
Ray
The Fleet (most recent first):
2000 Citroën XM 3.0 24V V6 Exclusive Auto (pre-MOT)
1997 Citroën XM 2.0 TCT Exclusive Auto (for sale)
1979 Citroën CX 2.4 EI Cmatic Prestige (slowly being restored)
1992 Alfa Romeo 164 Lusso 3.0 v6 12v Manual (on the to-do list)
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The Fleet (most recent first):
2000 Citroën XM 3.0 24V V6 Exclusive Auto (pre-MOT)
1997 Citroën XM 2.0 TCT Exclusive Auto (for sale)
1979 Citroën CX 2.4 EI Cmatic Prestige (slowly being restored)
1992 Alfa Romeo 164 Lusso 3.0 v6 12v Manual (on the to-do list)
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The BX got it's 16th MOT today. Full pass no advisories and even got praise for it's good emissions score. Dennis pointed out that score might be something to do with the fact the Bosch pump might not be supplying quite enough diesel, ( - which would also explain why it's 'possibly a little bit down on power' - cheek!), but he did warn against messing with it as it might screw up the emissions. I must say it feels OK to me - for what I use it for. It's a shame it's not a turbo, but hey, I've got the Xantia if I want more power!
12 month's more BXing it is then.
12 month's more BXing it is then.
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Great news Phil! youve got a "good un" there and no mistake.Philip Chidlow wrote:The BX got it's 16th MOT today. Full pass no advisories and even got praise for it's good emissions score. Dennis pointed out that score might be something to do with the fact the Bosch pump might not be supplying quite enough diesel, ( - which would also explain why it's 'possibly a little bit down on power' - cheek!), but he did warn against messing with it as it might screw up the emissions. I must say it feels OK to me - for what I use it for. It's a shame it's not a turbo, but hey, I've got the Xantia if I want more power!
12 month's more BXing it is then.
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Well i've just ordered the Valeo, Cibie, Total and SKF stickers from "i say ding dong". So this "rough visual" could well in fact be a reality next year.
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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You'll need a fair smattering of Michelin and Total stickers (we'll be providing the 'Challenge plaques') as well as the word CITROËN in red too. Then FACOM and Champion...
Don't forget the parallel red and blue diagonal stripes on the bonnet and the 'go faster' bits along the tops of the doors There's also the Citroën Competition sun strip too.
Oh, and there's a biggish Citroën Red chevron panel for the roof
As for L'Equipe... that's a custom job.
I plan to do an exclusive special sticker for the door of every BX celebrating the 30th Anniversary.
Don't forget the parallel red and blue diagonal stripes on the bonnet and the 'go faster' bits along the tops of the doors There's also the Citroën Competition sun strip too.
Oh, and there's a biggish Citroën Red chevron panel for the roof
As for L'Equipe... that's a custom job.
I plan to do an exclusive special sticker for the door of every BX celebrating the 30th Anniversary.
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