Optimistic sellers

[husaberg]

Ahhahaha

Ahahaha

Ahhahahaha

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1133790080.htm

I'd rather be seen on a Tigress.

Those bathtubs assuming they are not repo fibreglass are bloody hard to find. The first thing people did is rip them off and through them away.
Also a lot of the 3tas were converted to 5ta (ie 500's)
Even the Tiger Cubs of a similar years had smaller versions of the Turner designed Arthur Wick penned bathtubs.
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Someone in NZ had a tigress motor in a decent frame and it looked bloody good.

I can't find a pic but here are some others
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[F5 Dave]

A mate had a tigress. What a pos.

[Tazz]

You need a wof to be able to get the registration.

Having the wof doesn't mean that it then has to be registered.


That's exactly what I said.

Rego has farking nothing to do with a wof unless you want rego without a wof.

You could take your cat for a wof.

[Grumph]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1129329157.htmOpps sorry Greg just pointedout that I was DIC of a tablet and forgot to Post the link.

Wouldn't want your hangover this morning Dave...

That Scott is one of the most remarkable things I've ever seen on trademe. Looks like the Scott motor has been dropped into an early 7R AJS rolling chassis.
Even more remarkable is that I'd never seen it or heard of it...If it was ex Dave Yeoman he kept it very quiet...If it was ever at Cust, the old man would have seen it and said something.
Debatable whether it's worth more for the 7R bits or the Scott bits....I'd hope it would stay together but someone will probably build another 7R out of it...

[Laava]

You could take your cat for a wof.

Would mine pass without a tail and a big flap of gut skin?

[SVboy]

Would mine pass without a tail and a big flap of gut skin?

Only if it was certified for the mods!

[F5 Dave]

Wouldn't want your hangover this morning Dave...

That Scott is one of the most remarkable things I've ever seen on trademe. Looks like the Scott motor has been dropped into an early 7R AJS rolling chassis.
Even more remarkable is that I'd never seen it or heard of it...If it was ex Dave Yeoman he kept it very quiet...If it was ever at Cust, the old man would have seen it and said something.
Debatable whether it's worth more for the 7R bits or the Scott bits....I'd hope it would stay together but someone will probably build another 7R out of it...
Fresh as a daisy. Bacon egg sammie helped. Probably a little harsh on that one but I like Scotts.

[F5 Dave]

How is this piece of shit worth 20k? Its not. Its just a fuck shitheap worth less than a morris minor in the 80s ($ per cc).

Hmm. Wonder what this one was? Maybe it was that Hardly sturgis. That would be a disappointing way to spend 20k.

[pritch]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1129329157.htmOpps sorry Greg just pointedout that I was DIC of a tablet and forgot to Post the link.

Thanks I'd just about given up. Glad you posted that link though 'cause of all the bikes we have seen in this thread that would be the one I'd like.
I have no idea what I'd do with it and I normally wouldn't be interested in old tech, been there done that, but...

[F5 Dave]

I s happened again. They need to make wine in bigger bottles. Can Igo back to beer or maybe that polish vodka someone bought us back.

[F5 Dave]

What the hell is going on here?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1094415168.htm

[F5 Dave]

Really? C'mon

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1112340200.htm

[Drew]

Really? C'mon

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1112340200.htm
I'm with you on this one. Heap of shit, made no more desirable through exclusivity

[F5 Dave]

You can buy a kdx of this vintage, heck there'sone ddownstairs $1200.


http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1135587587.htm

[F5 Dave]

$400 worth? No nothing.


http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1137422149.htm

[F5 Dave]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1134681534.htmThis is cool. But its not a Trident. And its 10 to 20grand overpriced.

[F5 Dave]

What a fucking joke of a PIece Of Shit. Have I ever told youwwhat my middle name is?


http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1133144876.htm

[Drew]

You can buy a kdx of this vintage, heck there'sone ddownstairs $1200.


http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1135587587.htm

I'd go $3k if it was an very tidy original condition road registered one. That's $2k at best.

[F5 Dave]

I always wanted one. Until I owned a KDX. The owner of the one downstairs rode my GasGas. He wants one now.n

[Kickaha]

I always wanted one. Until I owned a KDX. The owner of the one downstairs rode my GasGas. He wants one now.n

I've got two of them cost me $300 each about 13 years apart but drum brake models, there's no way it will sell for close to that, maybe if it had good original plastic, lights,battery box, indicators, speedo, switchgear, chainguard it might run closer to Drews estimate, it's more like he's trying to recover build cost which doesn't normally happen

I wouldn't mind the Race prep manual for it though

[Voltaire]

As the old adage goes " its immoral to let a sucker keep his money"
this one sold a couple of weeks back.
Even at the $7500 I thought optimistic.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1123650950
http://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/full/495591966.jpg
Nice enough but only a 600...$12500 it sold for.
Probably got exhaust wrap, brown seat, acewell, balloon tyres,pod filters, hidden battery, and black wheels by now for that 'individual look":innocent:

[F5 Dave]

Heck! Add luggage and a headwind and you'd be calculating your next upgrade .

For 12.5 you could have bought my old 1050 Tiger and shipped it to Europe to ride around for quite a while.

[AllanB]

Must have gone to a hipster. I don't remember the 600 being a model of any significance other than being utterly reliable and gutless. There are plenty of other airhead BMW's that would be of value to a collector.

[AllanB]

What the hell is going on here?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1094415168.htm

Appears very reasonable price - but it's been listed for a month and still there. It's about the same asking price as a GN250 with no guards, handlebars flipped, exhaust wrap and a bobbed seat ........ I know which one I'd lay $6k down for.

[Crasherfromwayback]

Really? C'mon

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1112340200.htm

I'd buy that if I had any money.


You can buy a kdx of this vintage, heck there'sone ddownstairs $1200.


http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1135587587.htm

Why the fuck do people insist on powder coating things when restoring them?

[James Deuce]

Why the fuck do people insist on powder coating things when restoring them?

They love stone chips and big flaking pieces of powder coat.

[Crasherfromwayback]

They love stone chips and big flaking pieces of powder coat.

Even when new it looks fucking SHIT. Paint the fucking thing FFS!

[Drew]

Even when new it looks fucking SHIT. Paint the fucking thing FFS!

I kinda thought it was tougher and better. Never restored anything though, so I'm not one of the offending.

[Crasherfromwayback]

I kinda thought it was tougher and better. Never restored anything though, so I'm not one of the offending.

See post #4276. It also looks like arse. And you have to run a tap through every fucking single thread before you reassemble the cunting thing. Why would you? No factory ever powder coated parts from new, so why do it for a resto.

[AllanB]

See post #4276. It also looks like arse. And you have to run a tap through every fucking single thread before you reassemble the cunting thing. Why would you? No factory ever powder coated parts from new, so why do it for a resto.

Because the guys on Orange County Chopper, Cafe Racer TV etc etc all do it so it must be best.

It does give a very durable layer, finish does not compare to traditional paints. It's a shit to remove if you want to repaint.

[Crasherfromwayback]

It does give a very durable layer, finish does not compare to traditional paints. .

Cept if you do get a chip. Looks well nasty compared to a nick on a painted surface.

[Banditbandit]

Yeah .. I know they are classics - and this one is all nice and shiney

But 29 grand???

http://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/full/497234684.jpg


http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1135167870.htm

[sidecar bob]

Yeah .. I know they are classics - and this one is all nice and shiney

But 29 grand???



Because BSA people are far more stupid than Triumph people?

[jellywrestler]

Because BSA people are far more stupid than Triumph people?

explain the hurricane X75 then?

[sidecar bob]

explain the hurricane X75 then?

I can't. How can anyone explain an ugly abomination that didn't sell at all well when new that people ask telephone numbers for now. It further condemns the average BSA buyer.
They are the people at the classic festival that believe they are a small cut above everybody else.

[jellywrestler]

I can't. How can anyone explain an ugly abomination that didn't sell at all well when new that people ask telephone numbers for now. It further condemns the average BSA buyer.
They are the people at the classic festival that believe they are a small cut above everybody else.

yip and it was only made for a year mean't they realised it was shit and ditched it,,,,

[Kickaha]

Because BSA people are far more stupid than Triumph people?
Fuck you, you're part of the pipe and slippers BMW brigade

[F5 Dave]

Clutchpurse owners club a mate used to refer to them. They'd come into the shop with branded BMW gear. Pull out their notebook and jot down the prices, then return later in the day to buy selected items.

[F5 Dave]

OK I'm going to perversely say that i kinda like the X-75. Maybe I impressionably thought the name was cool but Ifirst saw it thumbing through 2nd hand cycle magazines I used to buy as a schoolkid.

[Drew]

OK I'm going to perversely say that i kinda like the X-75. Maybe I impressionably thought the name was cool but Ifirst saw it thumbing through 2nd hand cycle magazines I used to buy as a schoolkid.
I saw one at a bike rally as a lad. I'd never seen anything that cool before.

Hand on heart, always thought they were a Triumph till I Googled it just now.

[sidecar bob]

Clutchpurse owners club a mate used to refer to them. They'd come into the shop with branded BMW gear. Pull out their notebook and jot down the prices, then return later in the day to buy selected items.

Oh, you mean "the novelist" the internet kind of killed them, they were the people that would tour the car yards on a Saturday morning writing down all the build dates & mileages & prices of the cars. Always accused the dealer of asking "top dollar":facepalm:

[husaberg]

explain the hurricane X75 then?


I can't. How can anyone explain an ugly abomination that didn't sell at all well when new that people ask telephone numbers for now. It further condemns the average BSA buyer.
They are the people at the classic festival that believe they are a small cut above everybody else.


OK I'm going to perversely say that i kinda like the X-75. Maybe I impressionably thought the name was cool but Ifirst saw it thumbing through 2nd hand cycle magazines I used to buy as a schoolkid.


I saw one at a bike rally as a lad. I'd never seen anything that cool before.

Hand on heart, always thought they were a Triumph till I Googled it just now.

Vetters prototype had forks 1 inch shorter than a standard BSA or Triumph three.
but because he had used road race Cerani forks for the prototype he had to make 2 inch extensions
The brits somehow never measured the forks and made them 2 inches longer.
It was not intended to be a raked chopper.
He argued for about 6 months about the colour, he wanted yellow, the management wanted red. hence the compromise.
The engine is BSA rocket three. hence the sloping cylinders, from memory it was to be a BSA but they went bust in between.

It looks like there is at least 6 X75's in NZ

[sidecar bob]

Not a bike, but seriously W.T.F? Check out his houses for rent too, just plain creepy.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/nissan/auction-1061089138.htm

[husaberg]

Not a bike, but seriously W.T.F? Check out his houses for rent too, just plain creepy.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/nissan/auction-1061089138.htm

Careful he's a Wizard.:msn-wink:

[jellywrestler]

The engine is BSA rocket three. hence the sloping cylinders, from memory it was to be a BSA but they went bust in between.

the engines in te rocket threesidents were the same, just bsa tipped there's forward a few degrees, the poms were way to fucked by then to build another engine with sloping cylinders!!!!, easier to drill engine plates. the T160 leaned forward, way better look in my eyes at least.

[husaberg]

the engines in te rocket threesidents were the same, just bsa tipped there's forward a few degrees, the poms were way to fucked by then to build another engine with sloping cylinders!!!!, easier to drill engine plates. the T160 leaned forward, way better look in my eyes at least.

I could be wrong, it wouldn't be the first time, but I am sure the BSA and X75 actually had the cylinders sloped 15 degrees or so, as did the late T160's. Compared to the t150's
Hele wanted to do the three way back in 1962/1963 Turner poo pooed it.

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[sidecar bob]

Careful he's a Wizard.:msn-wink:

He's a fuckin nut job, that's what he is.:weird:

[JimO]

He's a fuckin nut job, that's what he is.:weird:
yor not wrong:wacko:

[jasonu]

. Always accused the dealer of asking "top dollar":facepalm:

I've never heard of a car dealer asking for anything but top dollar.

[Black Knight]

He's a fuckin nut job, that's what he is.:weird:

Imagine having that guy for a landlord:motu:

[Crasherfromwayback]

Yeah nah...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1138510068

You could buy this over priced pill of junk parts, spend thousands, and maybe, just maybe, have something similar to these bikes.

[Banditbandit]

Yeah nah...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1138510068

You could buy this over priced pill of junk parts, spend thousands, and maybe, just maybe, have something similar to these bikes.

's not even all there ... an incomplete basket case for stupid money ...

[pritch]

Because BSA people are far more stupid than Triumph people?

Well I have had both, but since I have the Triumph now can I claim to be getting smarter? For the money he wants for that triple I'd rather have the new Thruxton.

[jellywrestler]

Yeah nah...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1138510068

You could buy this over priced pill of junk parts, spend thousands, and maybe, just maybe, have something similar to these bikes.

it'll sell, probably to aussiw where a lot of older dukes have gone for silly coin

[Crasherfromwayback]

it'll sell, probably to aussiw where a lot of older dukes have gone for silly coin

Yeah. Aussies are a silly bunch...

[F5 Dave]

He'd do well to include some pics of the wimien you'd likely have debauched sex with if you only owned that fantastic example of, well whatever that started out as.

[F5 Dave]

I have the tire valve cap of either an 80s DeTomaso or the MotoGozling V8. Its in perfect nick and due to the rarity its an excellent starting point for a reno bound to be worth over $100,000.
$1200. A snip.

[Voltaire]

Well I have had both, but since I have the Triumph now can I claim to be getting smarter? For the money he wants for that triple I'd rather have the new Thruxton.

The new Thruxton is the bike British bike fans always wanted but got rehashed old 30's grey porridge instead, maybe I should have a garage clear out of all the old Pommy bikes and

projects and get one :yes:

53 Triumph Thunderbird or a 59 T110 project anyone..? no silly $5 and crisps offers:yawn:

[Voltaire]

I can't. How can anyone explain an ugly abomination that didn't sell at all well when new that people ask telephone numbers for now. It further condemns the average BSA buyer.
They are the people at the classic festival that believe they are a small cut above everybody else.

Ouch!:lol:

Us BMW owners look down on them, poor Whitworth nuts:banana:

[husaberg]

They are the people at the classic festival that believe they are a small cut above everybody else.

Don't you have an MV old chap;)

[sidecar bob]

Don't you have an MV old chap;)

Yeah, but I'm the only one, well with the fuckin ancient variety anyway. It's a lonley existence.
It might end up on trademe soon, unless someone on here wants it first.

[husaberg]

Yeah, but I'm the only one, well with the fuckin ancient variety anyway. It's a lonley existence.
It might end up on trademe soon, unless someone on here wants it first.

being the only one makes it more exclusive....

Is it a single?

[Grumph]

I have the tire valve cap of either an 80s DeTomaso or the MotoGozling V8. Its in perfect nick and due to the rarity its an excellent starting point for a reno bound to be worth over $100,000.
$1200. A snip.

I'd lay money it's actually from a Vespa....
But as is well known there are more Bugattis in existence now than the factory ever made - and some "genuine" ones have been recreated from less...

Bob's MV is a twin with some SI race history. It should come back down here. Please send it immediately. It will be prepared for the Southern Classic festival - and the Burt if you wish. Then just fly in......

[sidecar bob]

being the only one makes it more exclusive....

Is it a single?

Yeah, but it dosent make me part of a group though.
Its a '71 350 Sport. four stroke twin.
I couldn't afford a Mackintosh Manx replica, so im stuck with the old MV.
See what I did there Spyda?

[jellywrestler]

Yeah, but it dosent make me part of a group though.
Its a '71 350 Sport. four stroke twin.
I couldn't afford a Mackintosh Manx replica, so im stuck with the old MV.
See what I did there Spyda?

yeah, spelt doesn't wrongly...., and no apostrophe in the I'm, or capitlisation of the I.

[Voltaire]

Yeah, but it dosent make me part of a group though.
Its a '71 350 Sport. four stroke twin.
I couldn't afford a Mackintosh Manx replica, so im stuck with the old MV.
See what I did there Spyda?

There was a Manx on TM not that long ago, I'm sure it was only about 70K:lol:

Build a 1200 cc Honda 750/4 and run it in " Classic 70's"

[HenryDorsetCase]

There was a Manx on TM not that long ago, I'm sure it was only about 70K:lol:

Build a 1200 cc Honda 750/4 and run it in " Classic 70's"

run the team brah, I'll ride it for you.

[husaberg]

Yeah, but it dosent make me part of a group though.
Its a '71 350 Sport. four stroke twin.
I couldn't afford a Mackintosh Manx replica, so im stuck with the old MV.
See what I did there Spyda?

oh the 350 twin, To me I always found it funny that the engine kind of looked like a two stroke.

[Voltaire]

oh the 350 twin, To me I always found it funny that the engine kind of looked like a two stroke.

First time I saw it " i didn't know they make a two stroke":facepalm:

[Intruder VS]

Nice and tidy but could be stretching it a wee bit
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1141283627.htm

[Crasherfromwayback]

Nice and tidy but could be stretching it a wee bit
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Very much so. Sill wouldn't surprise me if it sold though...

[sugilite]

Nice and tidy but could be stretching it a wee bit
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1141283627.htm

Even the chicken in photo 1 does not want it's face shown with this one :shit:

[Intruder VS]

Haha, to chicken to show its face:laugh:

[Virago]

Biggest chicken strips I've seen on a rear wheel...

[Drew]

Poor sellers aren't rare. They're usually just shit. Guess the price is probably right though. Some tard will want it.

[caseye]

AS XV Specials go it looks pretty damn good. Shame about the surroundings for the photographing, I really feel the bikes better than the pics show it as.
I certainly hope he gets somehting like his asking as my TR1 is just sitting in my garage under a sheet appreciating every day.

[Katman]

Nice and tidy but could be stretching it a wee bit
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1141283627.htm

Ditch the fairing and the pack rack and that's one fucking tidy example. (Not that the XV ever did anything for me).

I certainly hope he gets his asking price.

[Voltaire]

Do up Bevel Drive Ducati
Only $6500....
http://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/full/502398386.jpg
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1142868221

[AllanB]

Do up Bevel Drive Ducati
Only $6500....


What a strange advert - here is a part bike, who knows what condition but I'll post a set of pictures of what it could look like.

[Crasherfromwayback]

Do up Bevel Drive Ducati
Only $6500....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1142868221

Covered in post #4301. The cunt's gotta be on bad acid.

[Voltaire]

Covered in post #4301. The cunt's gotta be on bad acid.

I must pay attention :msn-wink:
Maybe time to sell my 1979 Moto Guzzi lemans 2, which is basically a pile of main bits with a touring tank, engine needs full rebuild, rego on hold.
I'll post up a pic of a really nice one and ask 5K.

[Crasherfromwayback]

I'll post up a pic of a really nice one and ask 5K.

A bargin according to some!

[Autech]

What a strange advert - here is a part bike, who knows what condition but I'll post a set of pictures of what it could look like.

Today, kids, we must use our make believe!

Who's the leader of the house thats for you n me?
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6.5k for an incomplete bike which in original form would go for 10k but you have to chop n weld to get road worthy. No mention of VIN history either so who knows if you ever reg it.


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[James Deuce]

IT'S NOT FUCKING "SORT AFTER"

It's "sought after". BUT IT'S NOT BECAUSE IT'S A PILE OF SHIT.

[sidecar bob]

IT'S NOT FUCKING "SORT AFTER"

It's "sought after". BUT IT'S NOT BECAUSE IT'S A PILE OF SHIT.

"Sort after" is what you would do with your pile of rubbish parts assembled to look like a motorcycle, after you bought.

[Maha]

"Sort after" is what you would do with your pile of rubbish parts assembled to look like a motorcycle, after you bought.

Whiny Diff was successful with that scenario when he parted out his sort after pile of rubbish.

[Autech]

There's a chap on a facebook page I'm part of that goes around rescuing old Nortons and stuff from boof heads in the US who chop them up and turn them into hideous choppers and bobbers. Some great before and after pics which fill my heart with warm fuzzies of the restoration. GOOD MAN!

[Voltaire]

"Sort after" is what you would do with your pile of rubbish parts assembled to look like a motorcycle, after you bought.

I used to fancy an 860 GT when they were cheap to make a 900ss replica out of.
http://www.bike-urious.com/900ss-replica-1976-ducati-860gt/
http://i0.wp.com/www.bike-urious.com/wp-content/uploads/900SS-Replica-1976-Ducati-860GT-Right-Side.jpg?fit=881%2C661
But hey, one bevel drive Ducati is enough :msn-wink:

[Crasherfromwayback]

But hey, one bevel drive Ducati is enough :msn-wink:

No such thing mate!

[jellywrestler]

No such thing mate!

try maintaining a bevel then pete, been there done that....

[sidecar bob]

I used to fancy an 860 GT when they were cheap to make a 900ss replica out of.
But hey, one bevel drive Ducati is enough :msn-wink:

If you ask Kickaha he will probably tell you none is plenty.

[Crasherfromwayback]

try maintaining a bevel then pete, been there done that....

Yeah. I've done time in two Ducati Dealerships now. I'd still own one (or more...)

[Grumph]

I used to fancy an 860 GT when they were cheap to make a 900ss replica out of.

But hey, one bevel drive Ducati is enough :msn-wink:

The one bevel i'd own is the 250 mach one. I did the engine and fixed the frame on a restoration the wife's boss at the time did.
Finished up a magic little bike. He went to a DOC national rally and won best bevel, well deserved too.

[Kickaha]

try maintaining a bevel then pete, been there done that....
I maintained one (1982 Darmah) for 50,000km, did couple of 1000 miler rides, Southern Cross and plenty in between, apart from valve clearances at 10,000km intervals it only needed oil and filter changes, I think the one time it didn't get me home the starter shit itself 400m from home at the local shop


If you ask Kickaha he will probably tell you none is plenty.
I'd have my MHR back tomorrow if I could, one bit of shoddy workmanship prior to my ownership did eventually cost me 5K engine rebuild though

[Voltaire]

I maintained one (1982 Darmah) for 50,000km, did couple of 1000 miler rides, Southern Cross and plenty in between, apart from valve clearances at 10,000km intervals it only needed oil and filter changes, I think the one time it didn't get me home the starter shit itself 400m from home at the local shop


I'd have my MHR back tomorrow if I could, one bit of shoddy workmanship prior to my ownership did eventually cost me 5K engine rebuild though

Poncy Italian bikes, too complex and overpriced parts, not like good old Kraut Bikes you can fix in your shed.

1000 mile ride....is there nothing else to do in the South?

[Laava]

I maintained one (1982 Darmah) for 50,000km, did couple of 1000 miler rides, Southern Cross and plenty in between, apart from valve clearances at 10,000km intervals it only needed oil and filter changes, I think the one time it didn't get me home the starter shit itself 400m from home at the local shop

Snap, i had the same bike! I have never fixed a bike so much in my life! Cracked both exhaust valve guides after a reshimming and seized on the valve stem wearing all the hard chrome of both rockers on both valves. Sprag clutch went. All the sprocket carrier bolts flogged out. Silentiums burst open. Tank rusted. Fork seals blew. Fuck I loved riding that bike! But it had to go!

[WNJ]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1137642613.htm LOL RAOFPMSL:facepalm:

[jim.cox]

I'd have my MHR back tomorrow if I could

Here you go then...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1144435660.htm

[sidecar bob]

Here you go then...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1144435660.htm

Deep down, I think he's tired of dropping exhaust valve seats 1000km from home in the wrong island.

[Big Dog]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1137642613.htm LOL RAOFPMSL:facepalm:
Last line. Is sold.

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[WNJ]

Last line. Is sold.

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First words SUZUKI fireblade :nya:

[Crasherfromwayback]

[ LOL RAOFPMSL:

How old are you?

[Big Dog]

First words SUZUKI fireblade :nya:
Yep. Got to keep them guessing if you don't want to pay the fees.

Mind you, based on the advert, good chance he likes banjo music so I may be giving too much credit.


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[Pound]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.asp?id=1142525515&cc=61&pid=504373825&hbc=12&member_hash=&ct=image


Interesting sales tactics......



"Seller Comment: You can't buy it by watching. As mentioned I don't need to sell and will not be relisted and was considering withdrawing as I love this machine but don't want to waste anyone's time that has it on their watch list and the one member that has bid, so if you want it bid or hit the Buy Now. Cheers"



So he's doing us a favor for selling it?

[F5 Dave]

Ahh Bless!
He's stimulating the economy and performing humanitarian feats.

[husaberg]

So he's doing us a favor for selling it?

Hes got a bid though now, I was actually wondering seeing as he was so attached to it, if he was actually going to bid on it himself.

[Crasherfromwayback]

Do people pay these silly amounts so they can wank on about buying a bike off Croz?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1146560584

[Grumph]

Do people pay these silly amounts so they can wank on about buying a bike off Croz?

Basically, yes. One came through here on what was it's running in trip a couple of years back. I was amazed to see it still had points.
For that money I would have expected logical - but hidden - upgrades....

[sidecar bob]

Do people pay these silly amounts so they can wank on about buying a bike off Croz?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1146560584

Off who. ?

[Crasherfromwayback]

Basically, yes. One came through here on what was it's running in trip a couple of years back. I was amazed to see it still had points.
For that money I would have expected logical - but hidden - upgrades....

Fucking weird eh! Sure, if you're a fan of his and you're buying one of his old race bikes with history or summat. But just because he's built the fucking thing...

And I wouldn't consider a MKII worth anything like that no matter if the fucking Pope built it, and personally signed the tank with his own man goo.

[mossy1200]

Bargain save 600 on new price.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1146083084.htm

[sidecar bob]

Fucking weird eh! Sure, if you're a fan of his and you're buying one of his old race bikes with history or summat. But just because he's built the fucking thing...

And I wouldn't consider a MKII worth anything like that no matter if the fucking Pope built it, and personally signed the tank with his own man goo.

When I was casting about for a Gsxr1100g I turned one up that Schwantz had signed the tank of while he was out here. I asked the owner if it would polish out, as I felt it had wrecked it a bit. It's not like it was ever his bike. The owner was horrified.

[Crasherfromwayback]

When I was casting about for a Gsxr1100g I turned one up that Schwantz had signed the tank of while he was out here. I asked the owner if it would polish out, as I felt it had wrecked it a bit. It's not like it was ever his bike. The owner was horrified.

Exactly. If I want some peanut to deface my fucking motorcycle, I'll leave it unattended in Naenae for ten minutes.

[Grumph]

When I was casting about for a Gsxr1100g I turned one up that Schwantz had signed the tank of while he was out here. I asked the owner if it would polish out, as I felt it had wrecked it a bit. It's not like it was ever his bike. The owner was horrified.

Yeah, this fad of autographed bikes can be weird. I understand the Paul Smart signature Ducatis - but don't understand a neighbour riding to Puke just to get the tank signed on his one....
It'll be interesting to see if any "signed" bikes make more money at auctions.

[russd7]

Bargain save 600 on new price.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1146083084.htm

yeah, but its got a fly screen

[AllanB]

Do people pay these silly amounts so they can wank on about buying a bike off Croz?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1146560584

Ouch $24 large. Plus it will not even have a stock styled exhaust, weird on a restoration - what are you paying for.

MK2, collectible? F-ed if I know I am always wrong on these things - heck I should have purchased that Sport Classic Ducati that sat in the local dealers getting discounted lower and lower years back. Blood things are fetching good money now!

[Crasherfromwayback]

Ouch $24 large. Plus it will not even have a stock styled exhaust, weird on a restoration - what are you paying for.

MK2, collectible? F-ed if I know I am always wrong on these things - heck I should have purchased that Sport Classic Ducati that sat in the local dealers getting discounted lower and lower years back. Blood things are fetching good money now!

Always hard to know. A crystal ball would be fucking handy. If I'd known RG500's would fetch over 20k now, I'd have borrowed 50k when they were 5k and gone bananas.

[Voltaire]

Yeah, this fad of autographed bikes can be weird. I understand the Paul Smart signature Ducatis - but don't understand a neighbour riding to Puke just to get the tank signed on his one....
It'll be interesting to see if any "signed" bikes make more money at auctions.

Hmmm.could get Hugh Anderson to sign this ( I'll put his book on the tank so its less obvious)
http://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/tq/393788096.jpg
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1028059054.htm
Make up an interesting history and sell on Ebay Japan
Kahching

[F5 Dave]

Fucking weird eh! Sure, if you're a fan of his and you're buying one of his old race bikes with history or summat. But just because he's built the fucking thing...

And I wouldn't consider a MKII worth anything like that no matter if the fucking Pope built it, and personally signed the tank with his own man goo.
The `Fucking Pope`? I didn't go to a Katolic school. Is that a different one from the regular dude with the tall hat?

[Crasherfromwayback]

The `Fucking Pope`? I didn't go to a Katolic school. Is that a different one from the regular dude with the tall hat?

Not that different. They all fuck kids.

[Cheesy]

This is a good one;
exhaust wrap check
block of wood to lift the tank check
nice patina (read rusty) check
no wof or reg check
3k for a GN250
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-1135420855.htm

[EJK]

This is a good one;
exhaust wrap check
block of wood to lift the tank check
nice patina (read rusty) check
no wof or reg check
3k for a GN250
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-1135420855.htm

Holy fucking shit.

[Owl]

exhaust wrap check
block of wood to lift the tank check
nice patina (read rusty) check
no wof or reg check
3k for a GN250

:facepalm:

[mossy1200]

This is a good one;
exhaust wrap check
block of wood to lift the tank check
nice patina (read rusty) check
no wof or reg check
3k for a GN250
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-1135420855.htm

When i wake up well i know im gonna be im gonna be the man who wakes up next to you. When i go out yeah i know im gonna be im gonna be the man who goes along with you. If I get drunk well i know im gonna be im gonna be the man who gets drunk next to you. if i haver yeah i know im gonna be im gonna be the man whos havaring to you.

FOR I WOULD RATHER WALK FIVE HUNDREDS MILES THAN RIDE THIS PIECE OF POO.

[jasonu]

When i wake up well i know im gonna be im gonna be the man who wakes up next to you. When i go out yeah i know im gonna be im gonna be the man who goes along with you. If I get drunk well i know im gonna be im gonna be the man who gets drunk next to you. if i haver yeah i know im gonna be im gonna be the man whos havaring to you.

FOR I WOULD RATHER WALK FIVE HUNDREDS MILES THAN RIDE THIS PIECE OF POO.

but most of the parts were replaced a year ago.

[mossy1200]

but most of the parts were replaced a year ago.

With treated timber not MDF?

[Laava]

This is a good one;
exhaust wrap check
block of wood to lift the tank check
nice patina (read rusty) check
no wof or reg check
3k for a GN250
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-1135420855.htm

It is handy that there are some bolts for your nuts. Nice touch!

[aprilia_RS250]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1146625439.htm

Funny when you see your old bike and you know the description just ain't true!:crazy:

[jasonu]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1146625439.htm

Funny when you see your old bike and you know the description just ain't true!:crazy:

After reading the some what gibberish listing I am betting you sold it to a sand nigger.

[aprilia_RS250]

After reading the some what gibberish listing I am betting you sold it to a sand nigger.

.....The insurance company got rid it off for me. It was written off. The damage on fairing, exhaust covers "miss placed"... it's because when I high sided all those bits broke off!:no:

[jellywrestler]

Ouch $24 large. Plus it will not even have a stock styled exhaust, weird on a restoration - what are you paying for.

MK2, collectible? F-ed if I know I am always wrong on these things - heck I should have purchased that Sport Classic Ducati that sat in the local dealers getting discounted lower and lower years back. Blood things are fetching good money now!

compared to restoring a z900 where there are loads of aftermarket parts including complete sets of painted body work etc, switchblocks this wouldn't have been an easy resto, he is in business so ad an hourly rate to parts and he'll probably be lucky to break even. look at some of these 'custom' harleys and they're just a collection of parts bolted together and often twice the price. it's a lot of coin but that's probably what it cost too. NOS stuff ain't cheapo.

[Drew]

compared to restoring a z900 where there are loads of aftermarket parts including complete sets of painted body work etc, switchblocks this wouldn't have been an easy resto, he is in business so ad an hourly rate to parts and he'll probably be lucky to break even. look at some of these 'custom' harleys and they're just a collection of parts bolted together and often twice the price. it's a lot of coin but that's probably what it cost too. NOS stuff ain't cheapo.

If someone over invests to make a bike, does that make the bike worth his asking price.

[jasonu]

If someone over invests to make a bike, does that make the bike worth his asking price.

Far from it as you well know.
Try building a fast Bucket for less or even close to the price you can buy an already built one.

[Katman]

If someone over invests to make a bike, does that make the bike worth his asking price.

Not necessarily - but if there's someone out there who thinks the bike is worth the asking price then good luck to the seller.

If I were to sell any of my bikes they'd be set at top dollar too.

[Drew]

Not necessarily - but if there's someone out there who thinks the bike is worth the asking price then good luck to the seller.

If I were to sell any of my bikes they'd be set at top dollar too.
You don't have those bikes to build then sell though. It's not the same.

[jellywrestler]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1148351744&permanent=0



30k and can't even focus a camera
i love these no questions answered on trademe, time to fire as many as i can maybe?

[Autech]

Do people pay these silly amounts so they can wank on about buying a bike off Croz?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1146560584

Bit odd to be asking for someone to buy a bike which isn't complete, that said if he's drumming up interest...

Someone will pay that for it.


This is a good one;
exhaust wrap check
block of wood to lift the tank check
nice patina (read rusty) check
no wof or reg check
3k for a GN250
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-1135420855.htm

My wife want's a GN (yes I know) and I think I'd turn it into a cafe racer just to make it a fraction less gay, but this??? No way.


.....The insurance company got rid it off for me. It was written off. The damage on fairing, exhaust covers "miss placed"... it's because when I high sided all those bits broke off!:no:

11k for an insurance write off? Bargain! Someone needs to call this mug out on what he is selling.

[Banditbandit]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1148351744&permanent=0



30k and can't even focus a camera
i love these no questions answered on trademe, time to fire as many as i can maybe?

I'd love that in my shed - maybe one third the price?

[aprilia_RS250]

11k for an insurance write off? Bargain! Someone needs to call this mug out on what he is selling.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1146625439.htm

I know.... I really hope the bike doesn't get sold to a noob buyer. It landed quiet badly on top of the fuel tank so that should have been replaced. The guy that bought it got in touch with me for the red key and manual and said he just put paint filler on it and repainted it...:facepalm:
I told him to change it as it may be leaking.... Not sure if he has.

[pritch]

i love these no questions answered on trademe, time to fire as many as i can maybe?

The no questions thing would put me off right away. It's as if there's things to hide.

[Taxythingy]

I really hope the bike doesn't get sold to a noob buyer.

It's a pity TradeMe doesn't have a public question/answer format for classifieds. Else we could ask a pile of pertinent questions.

[Banditbandit]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1146625439.htm

I know.... I really hope the bike doesn't get sold to a noob buyer. It landed quiet badly on top of the fuel tank so that should have been replaced. The guy that bought it got in touch with me for the red key and manual and said he just put paint filler on it and repainted it...:facepalm:
I told him to change it as it may be leaking.... Not sure if he has.

A mate picked up one that year and in brilliant condition for seven grand ..

[Drew]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1146625439.htm

I know.... I really hope the bike doesn't get sold to a noob buyer. It landed quiet badly on top of the fuel tank so that should have been replaced. The guy that bought it got in touch with me for the red key and manual and said he just put paint filler on it and repainted it...:facepalm:
I told him to change it as it may be leaking.... Not sure if he has.
So without actually knowing a thing about the bike any more, what with it having had to get certified to be registered again, you hope it doesn't get sold because you thought it was fucked when ya went full retard and crashed it?


Mmmkay.

[aprilia_RS250]

So without actually knowing a thing about the bike any more, what with it having had to get certified to be registered again, you hope it doesn't get sold because you thought it was fucked when ya went full retard and crashed it?


Mmmkay.

"hope it doesn't get sold"...? I didn't say that... But hey look if you encourage people putting up misleading adverts and ripping people off then that makes you a C**T :oi-grr:

[Voltaire]

The no questions thing would put me off right away. It's as if there's things to hide.

When I sell bikes I run a classified so as to weed out the poverty stricken tyre kickers with the likes of " swp 4 a Mitzi Mgna bro"

The SS will make someone a nice shed ornament for about 50K.

[Drew]

"hope it doesn't get sold"...? I didn't say that... But hey look if you encourage people putting up misleading adverts and ripping people off then that makes you a C**T :oi-grr:

You're actively sagging someone off when you don't have a clue if what you're saying is the case.

I'm not encouraging misleading ads, but there's a good chance no one is getting a raw deal...other than the price being too high.

I am a cunt.

[Grumph]

When I sell bikes I run a classified so as to weed out the poverty stricken tyre kickers with the likes of " swp 4 a Mitzi Mgna bro"

The SS will make someone a nice shed ornament for about 50K.

At that price, probably in Australia.

[AllanB]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1146625439.htm

I know.... I really hope the bike doesn't get sold to a noob buyer. It landed quiet badly on top of the fuel tank so that should have been replaced. The guy that bought it got in touch with me for the red key and manual and said he just put paint filler on it and repainted it...:facepalm:
I told him to change it as it may be leaking.... Not sure if he has.

Don't worry at $11,500 it is over priced anyway.

Was the engine rebuild as claimed?


He will struggle to get a bite with that advert. Things that piss me off are advertising like he has 'left indicator needs gluing - but tape...' For what? a few bucks you can glue or replace the bloody thing.

It's like the ones that say 'idles rough - just needs plugs' ...... which really means I changed the plugs - something is wrong ......

[aprilia_RS250]

You're actively sagging someone off when you don't have a clue if what you're saying is the case.

I'm not encouraging misleading ads, but there's a good chance no one is getting a raw deal...other than the price being too high.

I am a cunt.

That's not correct. I wasn't "sagging" anyone. That is entirely your interpretation. And I do have a clue because I know the complete history of this bike. I owned it from 4,000km to ~48,000km for ~3.5 years.

The pistons aren't "forged". The front fairing isn't cracked due to "shipping" etc etc.

Please tell me then what your definition of a raw deal is? If someone unknowingly purchases a written off bike for 11.5k is that not a raw deal, or is it a case they should have done their homework?

Also next time you decide to take a moral high ground and attempt to lecture someone try and not be a hypocrite. You have "sagged" me off without having a clue if what you're saying is the case...:motu:

[aprilia_RS250]

Don't worry at $11,500 it is over priced anyway.

Was the engine rebuild as claimed?


He will struggle to get a bite with that advert. Things that piss me off are advertising like he has 'left indicator needs gluing - but tape...' For what? a few bucks you can glue or replace the bloody thing.

It's like the ones that say 'idles rough - just needs plugs' ...... which really means I changed the plugs - something is wrong ......

Rebuild was done at ~45,000km. Spun bearing on the crank shaft. Pistons aren't "forged". Standard OEM parts.

[Autech]

Just ignore Drew, he'll fuck off once his bum boy arrives to back him up.


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[F5 Dave]

An A100? You've got to be dicking me. Actually I should word that better.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1147837707.htm

[F5 Dave]

So this is like 16 yesold and 88thousand k. A whole 60mumble claimed hp and you want how much??!?!

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1147712843.htm

[F5 Dave]

Hahahaha

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1146150926.htm

[F5 Dave]

How is this thing worth more than $400?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1146868630.htm

[Katman]

You should get a fucking hobby.

[F5 Dave]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1140902583.htmThis is nice, except it won'tbe under the surface. And when the iconic 85 gsxr750 several listings below is 3&1\2k you can expect this to last as long as that H2 that'sbeen up since the start of ttrade me.

[Drew]

That's not correct. I wasn't "sagging" anyone. That is entirely your interpretation. And I do have a clue because I know the complete history of this bike. I owned it from 4,000km to ~48,000km for ~3.5 years.

The pistons aren't "forged". The front fairing isn't cracked due to "shipping" etc etc.

Please tell me then what your definition of a raw deal is? If someone unknowingly purchases a written off bike for 11.5k is that not a raw deal, or is it a case they should have done their homework?

Also next time you decide to take a moral high ground and attempt to lecture someone try and not be a hypocrite. You have "sagged" me off without having a clue if what you're saying is the case...:motu:
No. You know the history up till you wrote it off. After that, you know fuck all.

[AllanB]

An A100? You've got to be dicking me. Actually I should word that better.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1147837707.htm

Dave that's cool. I'd ride it, grow a big mustache and become a distinguished gentleman of fine character.

[mossy1200]

How is this thing worth more than $400?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1146868630.htm

hp should be considerably up from original (34), I guess like 45.
$400 plus $5010 for 11 extra hp. Spend another 75k and you will have a vmax beater.

[F5 Dave]

You should get a fucking hobby.
Duh! This is one of them. I've come up from the garage and spent 20 mins (like once a fortnight) surfing tm, and like shooting fish in a barrel (which also sounds like fun) I've made a fair selection of clunkers for too much money.

So thanks captain obvious.

[mossy1200]

Dave that's cool. I'd ride it, grow a big mustache and become a distinguished gentleman of fine character.

I had one of those only not as tidy and minus some bits. Cost me $60 and I swapped it for a Trekka.

[AllanB]

I had one of those only not as tidy and minus some bits. Cost me $60 and I swapped it for a Treka.

I'd have given you $600 if it was a good runner!

[mossy1200]

I'd have given you $600 if it was a good runner!

Was about 20 years ago. Smart money would have been swap for Trekka and then keep the Trekka. Likely that would be worth more than $600 now.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trekka

[jafagsx250]

There was an article about the trekker in classic car magazine. Some guy spent far too much money restoring one so it's mint. Very cool and unique part of new Zealand history.

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[Scubbo]

this has been on there forever, must be costing a fortune to keep listing it... http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1149013811

[jasonu]

An A100? You've got to be dicking me. Actually I should word that better.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1147837707.htm

Anyone that names their vehicle is a fucking homo.

[Voltaire]

Was about 20 years ago. Smart money would have been swap for Trekka and then keep the Trekka. Likely that would be worth more than $600 now.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trekka


Best not to dwell on the past...I sold a rather rusty 23 window VW Samba Kombi in 2000 for $1500......

[Voltaire]

Anyone that names their vehicle is a fucking homo.

Ah....that explains Air Force One, The General Lee, Enola Gay ( that one even sounds Homo)

[BuzzardNZ]

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/180864-Ninja-EX300-Yoshimura-Sleeve-Muffler?p=1130995094#post1130995094

[aprilia_RS250]

No. You know the history up till you wrote it off. After that, you know fuck all.

I never said that I know everything. When did I say that...?

[Drew]

I do have a clue because I know the complete history of this bike.

Ummmmm, are you meant to be on some sort of medication?

[pritch]

Ummmmm, are you meant to be on some sort of medication?

:rofl: I'd drink to that Drew but it's a bit early in the day.

[Autech]

You should get a fucking hobby.


Seriously, when has that ever stopped half the cunts in here?

As predicted Drew's bum boy has arrived.

[aprilia_RS250]

Ummmmm, are you meant to be on some sort of medication?

You are not very bright are you? You cut and pasted one sentence that describes I know the complete history from 4-48k km...?

[Mike.Gayner]

Wow, this one isn't so much about an optimistic seller (necessarily), but me asking, can these be worth that much?! I haven't seen these selling for anywhere near that amount, that I've noticed. I was surprised when an unregistered, unrestored 350 sold for $5k recently.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/link.aspx?i=12145&id=1149189695&t=cas&s=6345815&c=160

I have a 350 (A7) sitting in my garage not getting all that much love. Registered, WOF'd and everything.

[Mike.Gayner]

Best not to dwell on the past...I sold a rather rusty 23 window VW Samba Kombi in 2000 for $1500......

Ouch.

My brother had the opportunity to buy a very nicely restored XY Falcon for a song 15 years ago, but passed for various reasons. Whoops.

[Drew]

You are not very bright are you? You cut and pasted one sentence that describes I know the complete history from 4-48k km...?
You're the fucktard spouting that the bike isn't as advertised right now.

[old slider]

There was an article about the trekker in classic car magazine. Some guy spent far too much money restoring one so it's mint. Very cool and unique part of new Zealand history.

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The one and only time I went deer hunting with 3 mates in a Trekka 3 of us had to push the fucking thing up two hills before reaching Raetihi.

[aprilia_RS250]

You're the fucktard spouting that the bike isn't as advertised right now.

The bike isn't as advertised for the reasons I mentioned before.

But you, Mr Fucktard Cunt, still decide to blabber gibberish about how you THINK I don't know what I am talking about. The title of this forum is "Optimistic Sellers". So I decided to contribute and pointed out an advert of a previous motorcycle I used to own and how the current owners description doesn't match the history of the bike. Not to mention he put up a price that is waaay too much for something that has been written off and seen the track on a regular basis.

As an example the seller in the advert mentions the engine was reconditioned/rebuilt. Who did this, you may wonder? Meeeeeeeee!

Now I know for a clear fact there are no "forged" pistons in there.

Second fact I know what I am talking about is that the front fairing was not broken due to shipping. It cracked because the bike landed upside down! It cracked on the headlight corner edge as per photo! How the fuck does a front fairing break at those points due to shipping anyway?

Third fact I know what I am talking about is those "after market" exhaust are NOT after market. They are original OEM, I removed the baffles MYSELF and threw them in the bin!

Is that enough proof for you you blithering idiot? Or are you gonna keep going? I am happy making you look like an utter cunt:yes:

[SVboy]

The bike isn't as advertised for the reasons I mentioned before.

But you, Mr Fucktard Cunt, still decide to blabber gibberish about how you THINK I don't know what I am talking about. The title of this forum is "Optimistic Sellers". So I decided to contribute and pointed out an advert of a previous motorcycle I used to own and how the current owners description doesn't match the history of the bike. Not to mention he put up a price that is waaay too much for something that has been written off and seen the track on a regular basis.

As an example the seller in the advert mentions the engine was reconditioned/rebuilt. Who did this, you may wonder? Meeeeeeeee!

Now I know for a clear fact there are no "forged" pistons in there.

Second fact I know what I am talking about is that the front fairing was not broken due to shipping. It cracked because the bike landed upside down! It cracked on the headlight corner edge as per photo! How the fuck does a front fairing break at those points due to shipping anyway?

Third fact I know what I am talking about is those "after market" exhaust are NOT after market. They are original OEM, I removed the baffles MYSELF and threw them in the bin!

Is that enough proof for you you blithering idiot? Or are you gonna keep going? I am happy making you look like an utter cunt:yes:

Drew seems quite happy to keep digging that hole! You have certainly talked me out of buying that wee gem!

[Banditbandit]

Wow, this one isn't so much about an optimistic seller (necessarily), but me asking, can these be worth that much?! I haven't seen these selling for anywhere near that amount, that I've noticed. I was surprised when an unregistered, unrestored 350 sold for $5k recently.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/link.aspx?i=12145&id=1149189695&t=cas&s=6345815&c=160

I have a 350 (A7) sitting in my garage not getting all that much love. Registered, WOF'd and everything.

The Kawasaki 2/ triples have become very desirable - not so sure about this 250 twin at that price tho'

[jafagsx250]

The one and only time I went deer hunting with 3 mates in a Trekka 3 of us had to push the fucking thing up two hills before reaching Raetihi.

It was based off a range rover so reliability was never a strong point.

[pritch]

It was based off a range rover so reliability was never a strong point.

The Trekka had no connection to Land Rover, there being only a very superficial visual resemblance - of sorts. The motor and transmission were Skoda, the company that built the Trekka were the Skoda importer. The assembly quality standard was not high, the standing comment being that they were thrown together from ten feet away. Still, at the time they answered a need. It's nice that there are some examples around but I have no desire to own one thanks.

[jafagsx250]

The Trekka had no connection to Land Rover, there being only a very superficial visual resemblance - of sorts. The motor and transmission were Skoda, the company that built the Trekka were the Skoda importer. The assembly quality standard was not high, the standing comment being that they were thrown together from ten feet away. Still, at the time they answered a need. It's nice that there are some examples around but I have no desire to own one thanks.

Thanks for the correction. It's been a while since I read into them.

[mossy1200]

Thanks for the correction. It's been a while since I read into them.

Was a funny thing to drive the gearbox was in backwards to a normal shift pattern. Mine had duel rear wheels so it did tend to go places you wouldn't expect it to get to.
Had a a-frame on the front we used to tow it to tracks and use it rather than drive it on the road.

[jafagsx250]

Was a funny thing to drive the gearbox was in backwards to a normal shift pattern. Mine had duel rear wheels so it did tend to go places you wouldn't expect it to get to.
Had a a-frame on the front we used to tow it to tracks and use it rather than drive it on the road.

Have you ever seen another one around? They seem to be like lancia. Only ever seen one for sale on trade me.

Was 1st where 5th usually is and then goes backwards to reverse in 1st.

[Drew]

The bike isn't as advertised for the reasons I mentioned before.

But you, Mr Fucktard Cunt, still decide to blabber gibberish about how you THINK I don't know what I am talking about. The title of this forum is "Optimistic Sellers". So I decided to contribute and pointed out an advert of a previous motorcycle I used to own and how the current owners description doesn't match the history of the bike. Not to mention he put up a price that is waaay too much for something that has been written off and seen the track on a regular basis.

As an example the seller in the advert mentions the engine was reconditioned/rebuilt. Who did this, you may wonder? Meeeeeeeee!

Now I know for a clear fact there are no "forged" pistons in there.

Second fact I know what I am talking about is that the front fairing was not broken due to shipping. It cracked because the bike landed upside down! It cracked on the headlight corner edge as per photo! How the fuck does a front fairing break at those points due to shipping anyway?

Third fact I know what I am talking about is those "after market" exhaust are NOT after market. They are original OEM, I removed the baffles MYSELF and threw them in the bin!

Is that enough proof for you you blithering idiot? Or are you gonna keep going? I am happy making you look like an utter cunt:yes:

I haven't said the bike is ad advertised, just that your information isn't up to date. Is it not possibe that it's no longer the same motor? That the fairing was repaired and re broken in transit?

But keep getting further wound up about it. I've said it's over priced, and never said it didn't qualify for this thread.

[HenryDorsetCase]

A Enola Gay ( that one even sounds Homo)

Them's fightin' words, son, that was the pilot's mother's name.

He will come back from the dead just to kick your arse you know.

[mossy1200]

Have you ever seen another one around? They seem to be like lancia. Only ever seen one for sale on trade me.

Was 1st where 5th usually is and then goes backwards to reverse in 1st.


Mine was the only one I have ever seen in the flesh.
Yeah I think its was the skoda motor and gearbox installed backwards as its in the front rather than rear but im not one learned in the ways of skoda.
1st was where 4th would be and 4th where 1st would be from memory. It was about 20years ago and never seen on since.

[jasonu]

Ah....that explains Air Force One, The General Lee, Enola Gay ( that one even sounds Homo)

Thems not vehicles, they're icons!
(except for Airforce 1 if the old whore gets in).

[Grumph]

Mine was the only one I have ever seen in the flesh.
Yeah I think its was the skoda motor and gearbox installed backwards as its in the front rather than rear but im not one learned in the ways of skoda.
1st was where 4th would be and 4th where 1st would be from memory. It was about 20years ago and never seen on since.

Pretty much correct. A good mate was a Skoda dealer and I saw a few in his place, plus Ransley Motors in chch I believe were one of the prime movers in getting them built in NZ. Pretty much the car equivalent of an Nzetta...And bear in mind that Don Ransley (ChCh Skoda) and Tom McCleary (ChCh CZ/Jawa agent) knew each other - and it was Tom who was the main driving force who got the Nzetta thing going.
The body was very like an early Land Rover - capable of being made on a sheet metal folder....

Let the bloody things all rust away in peace.

[Moi]

Mine was the only one I have ever seen in the flesh.
Yeah I think its was the skoda motor and gearbox installed backwards as its in the front rather than rear but im not one learned in the ways of skoda.
1st was where 4th would be and 4th where 1st would be from memory. It was about 20years ago and never seen on since.

Mechanic Google to the rescue... Trekka (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trekka)

[sidecar bob]

Mine was the only one I have ever seen in the flesh.
Yeah I think its was the skoda motor and gearbox installed backwards as its in the front rather than rear but im not one learned in the ways of skoda.
1st was where 4th would be and 4th where 1st would be from memory. It was about 20years ago and never seen on since.

They used Skoda Octavia running gear, which was a conventional layout so was not installed backwards. Several were made with Peugeot 403 or 404 running gear.

[Ocean1]

They used Skoda Octavia running gear, which was a conventional layout so was not installed backwards. Several were made with Peugeot 403 or 404 running gear.

Nothing like an Austin Gypsy then...

[aprilia_RS250]

I haven't said the bike is ad advertised, just that your information isn't up to date. Is it not possibe that it's no longer the same motor? That the fairing was repaired and re broken in transit?

But keep getting further wound up about it. I've said it's over priced, and never said it didn't qualify for this thread.

You reckon they found another motor with similar miles, which also happens to have been rebuilt, and installed it just because it has "forged" pistons?
Do you call putting black sticky tape as a repair?

You really are a thick piece of knob cheese.

[Drew]

You reckon they found another motor with similar miles, which also happens to have been rebuilt, and installed it just because it has "forged" pistons?
Do you call putting black sticky tape as a repair?

You really are a thick piece of knob cheese.

Reckon ya might wanna get your knob looked at man. There shouldn't be cheese there at all, let alone thick enough to use as an euphemism.

[sidecar bob]

Nothing like an Austin Gypsy then...

No, more like an Austin A40.

[mossy1200]

They used Skoda Octavia running gear, which was a conventional layout so was not installed backwards. Several were made with Peugeot 403 or 404 running gear.

That's cool wonder why the shift pattern was odd layout.

[Ocean1]

No, more like an Austin A40.

Might have been capable of succesfully navigating a small mud puddle then.

[Voltaire]

Nothing like an Austin Gypsy then...

One of the Fitters in the Post Office Workshops bunged in a P76 motor in his, nearly as cool as the Mechanic called the Flying Nun who had a 2 door Mk Cortina with a P76 engine*

* P76 was Leyland Australia's attempt at a Falcon/Kingswood style car. Used an enlarged Buick Skylark engine that was later used in Rover V8's, great engines, crap cars.

[Madness]

P76 engine*

A mate had a mint Triumph 2500TC in BRG with minilites and fitted with the P76/Rover V8. It was such a shame when he wrapped it around a pole backwards with a boot full of house paint.

[Crasherfromwayback]

a 2 door Mk3 Cortina with a P76 engine*

.

I have a good mate that's going to drop a 513cui BB in one before too long.

[jellywrestler]

I have a good mate that's going to drop a 513cui BB in one before too long.

wrong place Pete, try www.hairdressersforum.co.nz for that stuff, they'll be impressed I'm sure.

[F5 Dave]

Thems not vehicles, they're icons!
(except for Airforce 1 if the old whore gets in).
Ahh he'll probably want to use his own jet.

[mossy1200]

A mate had a mint Triumph 2500TC in BRG with minilites and fitted with the P76/Rover V8. It was such a shame when he wrapped it around a pole backwards with a boot full of house paint.

Mine had a 307chev and 350 turbo trans.
There was one in Waimate with a 400chev also.

The days of a modification declaration involving no inspections were great.

[jellywrestler]

[QUOTE=mossy1200
There was one in Waimate with a 400chev also.

[/QUOTE]

in those days i'm told there was only three cars in waimate though.

[mossy1200]

in those days i'm told there was only three cars in waimate though.

Are we talking on the road at once or all up?

[Crasherfromwayback]

wrong place Pete, try www.hairdressersforum.co.nz for that stuff, they'll be impressed I'm sure.

Then I'm willing to bet you've never been in a car fast enough to scare you. Your loss.

[Drew]

Then I'm willing to bet you've never been in a car fast enough to scare you. Your loss.

I don't think I've been in a car that was scary fast. I've been scared in cars before, but that was just the way they were driven.

[jellywrestler]

Then I'm willing to bet you've never been in a car fast enough to scare you. Your loss.

damn right i have it was a sidecar.
you should know me now pete, friday night, couple of loud man soups, couple more KB keyboard......

[Grumph]

damn right i have it was a sidecar.
you should know me now pete, friday night, couple of loud man soups, couple more KB keyboard......

I know a guy who makes his own home brew. Should get some labels printed "Extra strength KB Warrior LoudMan Soup "

[HenryDorsetCase]

I don't think I've been in a car that was scary fast. I've been scared in cars before, but that was just the way they were driven.

the most scared I have ever been in a car was when (age 15) we borrowed a friends mothers 850 mini (four of us) and went rally driving (round Waimate as it happens) and he was flying down this hill on shingle towards a right hand bend and then he realised he had zero clue what he was doing....... so did we. I remember being on the grass verge going sideways looking out the side window straight down at the ground. It didnt roll because the fat kid was on the inside..... when it stopped it had grass in between the tyre bead and rim on both left side wheels. Good times. After that, whenever we got in the car with him, we wore crash helmets.

We once got a Mark 3 Cortina airborne as well though that was more fun than scary.

I'm a terrible driver because driving fast in a car seems so safe - I've done a couple of those trackdays and all the instructors are like "don't be so aggressive"

[jafagsx250]

I wrote off my parents hatchback up north on some gravel roads near wellsford. Been going 50 kilometers per hour for ages so went faster and then slid into a ditch after over correcting. No cellphone reception so drove it all the way back to Auckland.

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[Crasherfromwayback]

I don't think I've been in a car that was scary fast. I've been scared in cars before, but that was just the way they were driven.


damn right i have it was a sidecar.
..

A car the size of a two door MK3 Cortina, that puts 7-800hp to the ground will have you believing!

[ural]

i'll just leave it here....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1150355442.htm

[Crasherfromwayback]

i'll just leave it here....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1150355442.htm

My eyes!!!!!

[Madness]

i'll just leave it here....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1150355442.htm

Someone actually paid $10,000 for that? Surely it would only be worth half that if it was unfucked?

[aprilia_RS250]

Reckon ya might wanna get your knob looked at man. There shouldn't be cheese there at all, let alone thick enough to use as an euphemism.

No no I was referring to you knob cheese. Your new nickname is knob cheese. Because you should get checked and you shouldn't exist!

[Drew]

No no I was referring to you knob cheese. Your new nickname is knob cheese. Because you should get checked and you shouldn't exist!
Mmmkay. Soooo, you're about 12 years old?

[Drew]

No no I was referring to you knob cheese. Your new nickname is knob cheese. Because you should get checked and you shouldn't exist!
If you're using 'Knob Cheese' as a nick name, prolly be easier for folks to see if you capitalise the words.

[Stylo]

the most scared I have ever been in a car was when (age 15) we borrowed a friends mothers 850 mini (four of us) and went rally driving (round Waimate as it happens) and he was flying down this hill on shingle towards a right hand bend and then he realised he had zero clue what he was doing....... so did we. I remember being on the grass verge going sideways looking out the side window straight down at the ground. It didnt roll because the fat kid was on the inside..... when it stopped it had grass in between the tyre bead and rim on both left side wheels. Good times. After that, whenever we got in the car with him, we wore crash helmets.

We once got a Mark 3 Cortina airborne as well though that was more fun than scary.

I'm a terrible driver because driving fast in a car seems so safe - I've done a couple of those trackdays and all the instructors are like "don't be so aggressive"

We tried the fast thing too in my mate's Standard Vanguard that he'd shoe-horned a 308 Holden motor into. The only problem was it still had the 'Town and country' tyres on the back.

The handling for the stock car was shit to start with, putting all that weight in the front and , with the extra HP meant the burn-outs were spectacular but the handling went from shit to pretty much unmanageable.

And the brakes were shit too, drums all round.

Car ended up sideways into a lamppost and the rest is history ..

[husaberg]

We tried the fast thing too in my mate's Standard Vanguard that he'd shoe-horned a 308 Holden motor into. The only problem was it still had the 'Town and country' tyres on the back.

The handling for the stock car was shit to start with, putting all that weight in the front and , with the extra HP meant the burn-outs were spectacular but the handling went from shit to pretty much unmanageable.

And the brakes were shit too, drums all round.

Car ended up sideways into a lamppost and the rest is history ..

The Vangards shared the same basic motor as a TEA ferguson.
324115
In Aussie someone put a 253 in one.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPNM5BwWfy0
Note the std gear lever position starter.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAk0O2bXCoA

[aprilia_RS250]

If you're using 'Knob Cheese' as a nick name, prolly be easier for folks to see if you capitalise the words.

Whatever knob cheese

[jasonu]

The Vangards shared the same basic motor as a TEA ferguson.
324115
In Aussie someone put a 253 in one.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPNM5BwWfy0
Note the std gear lever position starter.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAk0O2bXCoA

Speaking of putting V8's into things...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wj-USV0lSUA

[HenryDorsetCase]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1150485325.htm


One of you needs to buy this for me.

[jafagsx250]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1150485325.htm


One of you needs to buy this for me.

Is it actually anywhere near worth it? It just seems to be a particularly good condition 2 stroke race bike with a shed load of spares. Been sitting for over a decade too.

[Crasherfromwayback]

One of you needs to buy this for me.

Too much bike for you Old Boy. :bleh:


Is it actually anywhere near worth it? It just seems to be a particularly good condition 2 stroke race bike with a shed load of spares. Been sitting for over a decade too.

Hard to know with them. Now that they're being raced at the Isle etc as classics...you just never know. I'd rather have an RS but...

[F5 Dave]

I helped carry that bike into his lounge. Its lovely bit of kit and easy to work on. Who knows what its worth.

[AllanB]

26k ......... I'd find myself looking in the window at new bikes.

Still - it's collectors money so has nothing to do with riding it.

[Autech]

26k ......... I'd find myself looking in the window at new bikes.

Still - it's collectors money so has nothing to do with riding it.

I'd love to ride it but there's really no class to race it in, plus 26k is a lot of rare motorcycle to chuck down the track.

Value is in its spares I think, 26k n you could sell lots of the spare bits if you only wanted to put it in your lounge


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[sidecar bob]

Is it actually anywhere near worth it? It just seems to be a particularly good condition 2 stroke race bike with a shed load of spares. Been sitting for over a decade too.

I only just clicked that your user name isn't, ja fag sx250. I'd assumed you were a gay Rastafarian with a KTM dirt bike.

[Autech]

I only just clicked that your user name isn't, ja fag sx250. I'd assumed you were a gay Rastafarian with a KTM dirt bike.

Ja (yes in german) fag (needs no translation) sx (sex) 250 ($250)

Yes gay sex, $250.

I cracked the code!


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[Katman]

Ja (yes in german) fag (needs no translation) sx (sex) 250 ($250)

Yes gay sex, $250.

I cracked the code!

Now all you have to do is save up the $250.

[Autech]

Now all you have to do is save up the $250.

Is this a positive customer review I read? Did you get reach around?


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[Crasherfromwayback]

I'd love to ride it but there's really no class to race it in, plus 26k is a lot of rare motorcycle to chuck down the track.



Race it in F1 at club level. They crash pretty good. Don't ask me how I know that.

[jafagsx250]

I only just clicked that your user name isn't, ja fag sx250. I'd assumed you were a gay Rastafarian with a KTM dirt bike.

I don't know what to say haha. Although I wish I had a ktm dirt bike.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160828/f0bd5fdd2b36f37a3802effc21ef5d15.jpg

[Autech]

Race it in F1 at club level. They crash pretty good. Don't ask me how I know that.

Haha, I'll take a stab (dont get excited at that word katman) but its probably something to do with your KB name.


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[Autech]

I don't know what to say haha. Although I wish I had a ktm dirt bike.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160828/f0bd5fdd2b36f37a3802effc21ef5d15.jpg

Welcome to KB mate. We mean well... Ish. Though did you read your name before creating the user?


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[jafagsx250]

Welcome to KB mate. We mean well... Ish. Though did you read your name before creating the user?


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Yup. I thought it was only a dork lander who owned a gsx250 lol



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[Wiki Drifter]

I guess he really doesn't want to sell it :blink:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1147030488.htm

[Voltaire]

I guess he really doesn't want to sell it :blink:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1147030488.htm

http://img2-2.timeinc.net/people/i/2005/news/051010/dadams2.jpg

"The old sell it to Q 1 or Q2, don't answer the Q's add a zero wait for auction to expire and don't pay more fees trick Chief"

[jasonu]

http://img2-2.timeinc.net/people/i/2005/news/051010/dadams2.jpg

"The old sell it to Q 1 or Q2, don't answer the Q's add a zero wait for auction to expire and don't pay more fees trick Chief"

How much does trademe actually charge for a completed motorcycle sale?

[Maha]

How much does trademe actually charge for a completed motorcycle sale?

I was charged nothing for my last sale, not sure why, I listed the bike as a classified, sold the bike and that was that. It's as if TM didn't know about the sale unlike an auction.

Auction: 1.95% of sale price

Classified:
$39 for asking prices under $1,500
$59 for asking prices $1,501–$10,000
$79 for asking prices $10,001–$30,000
$99 for asking prices over $30,000

[jasonu]

I was charged nothing for my last sale, not sure why, I listed the bike as a classified, sold the bike and that was that. It's as if TM didn't know about the sale unlike an auction.

Auction: 1.95% of sale price

Classified:
$39 for asking prices under $1,500
$59 for asking prices $1,501–$10,000
$79 for asking prices $10,001–$30,000
$99 for asking prices over $30,000

Prices similar to EBay. Doesn't sound unreasonable.

[Maha]

Prices similar to EBay. Doesn't sound unreasonable.
Reasonable if you don't have to pay. I withdrew the add after the sale and never heard from TM about it. Classified again for me next time, no charge for withdrawing the add.

[Crasherfromwayback]

Prices similar to EBay. Doesn't sound unreasonable.

Fucking rip off. Ebay has an audience of hundreds of millions of people.

[Voltaire]

Should be a thread called Optimistic Buyers.

My Mate has a yet to be Vinned Ducati 900 SS on TM for $3600 which I see as not unreasonable

you get the " can I pay it off over 10 weeks", swap for some POS car and so on.....the one guy who came around made a low ball offer subject

to a raft of checks like he was buying a new bike from a shop.:laugh:

[F5 Dave]

I think those prices on tm for sale are reasonable enough as they can stay up forever. Much cheaper an enduring than the old put it in the evening post for a Saturday night (that you were stuck at home)

To not want to pay for a service that you received and agree to, well it shows your moral fibre. Sort of like running out without paying for a motel room. Stick it to the man.

[Banditbandit]

I guess he really doesn't want to sell it :blink:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1147030488.htm


Carbon fibre and sliders add to the value (Yeah right).