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Matt, Not sure how much I can add to this, but it does look like a nice one .. Of course, the mileage is way low, and that does seem to be a priority from what you told me, although you still need to check the relevant maintenance has been done, and given the overall age of the car, make sure that the cam-belt has been changed - even though this isn't normally due until 60000. Can't really tell much more from here! :D The sideskirts and rear bumper/spoiler are deffo Veilside C1 (same as mine ;)) .. don't know about the front, can't tell you any more about that, although I'm sure someone else will be able to make a positive ID! :D Best things to go take a look .. it does seem expensive, after all, 31k isn't *that* uncommon on an import; and as Steve rightly points out, you'd expect leather for that kind of dough. I guess the only thing to do is to go take a look and make an objective decision. After all, you're right to point out that kitting and painting are going to make a 5k car expensive (even if you do find a good low mileage example).. but that paint needs to be as good in the flesh as it looks in the picture, otherwise, you're going to want to get it re-painted, already negating some of the add-on advantage. Also, if there's an aftermarket induction kit fitted, I'd want to know a little more about any other mods that have been done, like ECU, boost upgade etc, etc .. If it's got an aftermarket boost gauge, then it's likely to have been upped; although this is no guarantee. Look forward to hear what she's like in the flesh - but remember, mileage isn't the be and end all with these cars! ;). HTH, CheerZ, JB.

Hello, Hope you don't mind, but ... Couldn't help noticing you were looking at a modded Z in Folkestone .. I'm just up the road (just south of Maidstone) and am selling my own 91/H manual 300 for considerably less .... If you fancy checking out the details, here's a link: My Z for sale The price is somewhat negotiable btw .. Let me know if you wanna take a butcher's!! CheerZ, John. BTW, you can get me on 07801664938

I'm glad you had fun .. I did too, haven't had a rant (or even a normal post) for quite a while now; so if people need someone to blame for me and my verbal diarroeah coming out of semi-retirement, then you're the man they should blame. ;) Personally, I've never understood the need to "provoke a reaction", to me it smacks a little of attention seeking; kinda reminds me of another bloke who used to come on here a while back .. still, each to their own. :D Glad to hear, however, that you were at least attempting humour, rather than just being ignorant ... CheerZ, JB.

Well, thank you Mick for pointing out the error of my ways and my flagrant abuse of the English language. I really must book that remedial class, mustn't I? I think you have just proven my point, however, with your childish reply. So perhaps, I ought to thank you again. For your information ... My wife, is in actual fact my fiancée, and doesn't read Jeffrey Archer. Not that has any relevance to the argument. You asked the question about "why did I arouse hostility", I answered it. Why you needed to ask is beyond me. The point is simple. In your original, and also pointless reply, you came across as a sanctimonious tosser. However, subsequent to this, you have proven yourself merely to be a tosser. Pure and simple. Good night, Mick. JB.

Well, Mick, it would seem that if you don't understand the hostility, then you also seem a bit lacking in the "intuition" stakes, surely? What do you expect when a bloke makes a perfectly understandable appeal for a bit of sympathy/advice amongst like minded enthusiasts. I can't think of a better place to share something that we can all identify with. That's why this is a club, not just an information board, it takes a little camradarie and friendship. At least, that's the way most of the established members view it. Sure, there are worse things in life; but, as you're so fond of saying "so what?". Does Ben need reminding about it at that point in time, when he's upset about what's just happened, by some random geezer? NO! Does telling people that if they had more dough, they'd all buy European exotica, instead of their Zs, help in establishing a rapport on a dedicated internet community? NO! Is the best place to critisice the "mighty Z", an enthusiast's club for the 300zx? NO! FFS .. don't understand the hostility? .. I do .. I'd have thought it pretty obvious, whatever your sanctimonious moral standpoint maybe .. honestly! :rolleyes: JB.

I won't be coming along now ... Sorry Neet, for messing you about .. I may well be parting with my car in the not-too-distant, and tbh, I don't want to put all those extra miles on it, if that is going to be the case :(. Sorry all .. going through a strange period with cars right now .. confused :confused: CheerZ, JB.

Oh Peter! Thanks for answering my post, after only 14 months, with your illuminating comment ;). I've heard of post-whoreing, but trawling through for Z-spots, to say "No, not me" is pushing it a little, is it not? And to think, you'll be a father soon too! :D CheerZ, JB.

Ooops .. only just seen this .. (doh). Hearty congratulations, Pete, I guess that means that we can finally discount at least (some) of the rumours about you and James and Ryan! ;) Any road up - well done mate :D Sorry to see the Z becoming a casualty though :( CheerZ, JB.

Happy New Year one and all!! :D:D I will also be merry-making this evening, but in moderation, of course! (yeah right). Here's to the Jan 2 fitness drive :rofl: Stu, why do you quit before new year's mate??? :confused: Happy new yearZ!

Thanks mate! :D

Don't tell me you're giving him your favourite tie, Jimbo? :eek:

Rich, If there's still room, could you add me and Susie to the "would- love-to-see-Jezza-decked-live" list, please. CheerZ, JB. :D

Nice video mate - I especially like the neons (as you know) ... :D Kinda glad I missed the loudest Zorst competition, as I may have been a little embarassed, methinks!!! See you all soon. JB.

Sorry chaps ... combination of feeling like the proverbial, and having far too much sh*te needing to be done meant I've had to miss it. Apologies for poor effort :( Beers are on me next time, though, so long as it's not Billing! ;) CheerZ, JB :(

Presumably the same thing had occurred with the 280zx also, then? Good story, but sounds highly improbable, methinks. I'll go with the luxury theory, seeing as the 280zx was a more luxurious, if less sporty evolution of the 260/280z. :) Driving a mondeo does not necessarily preclude one from providing useful input does it? After all, most of the time I drive a Jeep Cherokee, and I don't even do the school run! ;) CheerZ, JB.

I'll third that! Top service each time he's sourced me some bits .. nice one, Sir Chris :) CheerZ, JB.

Extremely belated sympathy from me too ... It shouldn't happen to any car, let alone a PPS car! :cry: I know you'll have her looking top again soon, though :) CheerZ, JB.

Glynn, Suggest you drop TT Tim a line. He's in Ashford, and definitely has SAW, and loves it too ... :D Just checked your website link and that's the one Tim showed me .. so I guess that's up the spout - sorry mate. I'll shut up now :redface: ;) CheerZ, JB.

Jimbo! :eek: Bit late in the day mate - but get well soon! Hope it's all OK and you're not missing the little sucker too much! :D Anyway, there you go .. you've brought me out of my reading/posting armistice out of concern for your well-being. :D:D Let's just hope they didn't slip with the knife - no falsetto singing for Chrimbo, eh? ;) CheerZ, JB.

Here's another one :xxx: Think I might just make the 2 mile trip :D Nice one Sir Phil.

Don't tell us you've lost your little black book! :( :cry: :rofl:

John - RULER OF SHMCC Don't know if this is good or bad :confused: Can you enlighten me please, Makis? Second Hand Motor Car Car? CheerZ, JB .. Ruler of SHMCC .. :D

I'm sure Pete will shape up fine, he's a natural in a skirt, so I hear :rofl: .. ;)

Snake-skin steering wheel cover? ;):D

Count me in chaps! :D:D CheerZ, JB. :)