Amazon: - Where to look to buy an Amazon Estate

Dunx · Feb 25th, 2016, 13:06

Hi all,
I have wanted an Amazon Estate for a couple decades now, and have finally decided that now is the time to get one. I am looking for a fairly decent one, but they seem fairly rare on the ground.

So, my main question is where is the best place to look for them?
I know there is one up for auction this weekend, and there seem to be a few on the Hofman Leek site. I keep an eye on the Car and Classic and the Classic Cars for Sale websites, as well.
Is there anywhere else I should be looking?
Also, has anybody had any experience with Hofman Leek? Their prices seem high to me, or are they a fair reflection of what Amazons go for these days?

Thanks.

Derek UK · Feb 25th, 2016, 14:15

Hofman Lek are in Holland and prices there are higher than here generally. The two they currently have are both LHD and have LPG, either of those may be a plus or minus to you. There are several other Dutch dealers who have Combis for sale and the prices will span that range with a bit down and rather more upwards.
Dealer prices in the UK can be a bit eye watering and if the one that is coming up for auction is bought by a dealer, expect it to be up for sale soon after with a good(bad) jump in price. Better that you buy it if you like it and it's in your price range.

Dunx · Feb 25th, 2016, 16:05

Thanks. I am going to have a look. It wouldn't be my first choice of colour but if the price is right...

Left hand drive is fine, and lpg would be fine if it doesn't take up too much of the boot.

I will see what else I can see in Holland then if I don't get this one this weekend.

gillberry · Feb 25th, 2016, 21:26

Hi
I have just been tagged in a Facebook post about 3 for sale!! See if you can find a Nigel Jarmin they are on his page not sure how recent it is though

Dunx · Feb 26th, 2016, 05:09

Thanks for that, but I am looking for a restored one, not a project.

Burdekin · Feb 26th, 2016, 07:29

Sent you a PM.

beachy · Mar 8th, 2016, 14:08

Hi I have a 1967 Volvo Amazon Estate. For sale. Not very far from you just over the bridge in Newport. The car has been fully restored re sprayed chrome new body parts FULL m o t till May. been to many shows one just down the road from you at Berkley Castle. full service history Ready to GO. beachy PHOTOS on Classic Cars co uk

Derek UK · Mar 8th, 2016, 14:23

Hi Beachy.
Do I have your car on my estate database? A reg number is all I need if you are willing to share. Thanks

beachy · Mar 8th, 2016, 14:53

Quote:

Originally Posted by derek uk

hi beachy.
Do i have your car on my estate database? A reg number is all i need if you are willing to share. Thanks

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Derek UK · Mar 8th, 2016, 17:56

Thanks Derek B, I have it. Did the auto conversion go ahead?

Feb 25th, 2016, 13:06	#1
Dunx Junior Member Last Online: Jun 18th, 2017 07:48 Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Cheltenham	Where to look to buy an Amazon Estate Hi all, I have wanted an Amazon Estate for a couple decades now, and have finally decided that now is the time to get one. I am looking for a fairly decent one, but they seem fairly rare on the ground. So, my main question is where is the best place to look for them? I know there is one up for auction this weekend, and there seem to be a few on the Hofman Leek site. I keep an eye on the Car and Classic and the Classic Cars for Sale websites, as well. Is there anywhere else I should be looking? Also, has anybody had any experience with Hofman Leek? Their prices seem high to me, or are they a fair reflection of what Amazons go for these days? Thanks.

Feb 25th, 2016, 21:26	#4
gillberry VOC Member Last Online: Jun 1st, 2024 15:42 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: norwich View Photos By: gillberry	Hi I have just been tagged in a Facebook post about 3 for sale!! See if you can find a Nigel Jarmin they are on his page not sure how recent it is though __________________ 1968 Amazon estate (Gracie). 2003 Vauxhall astra estate (her car) 2009 XC90 (Jo) . Not forgetting 1967 Cheltenham Nyala (caravan)

Mar 8th, 2016, 14:08	#7
beachy Junior Member Last Online: Mar 18th, 2016 10:28 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: newport gwent	looking for amazon estate Hi I have a 1967 Volvo Amazon Estate. For sale. Not very far from you just over the bridge in Newport. The car has been fully restored re sprayed chrome new body parts FULL m o t till May. been to many shows one just down the road from you at Berkley Castle. full service history Ready to GO. beachy PHOTOS on Classic Cars co uk Last edited by beachy; Mar 8th, 2016 at 14:55. Reason: new info

Feb 25th, 2016, 14:15	#2
Derek UK VOC Member Last Online: Jun 15th, 2024 11:39 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Chatham	Hofman Lek are in Holland and prices there are higher than here generally. The two they currently have are both LHD and have LPG, either of those may be a plus or minus to you. There are several other Dutch dealers who have Combis for sale and the prices will span that range with a bit down and rather more upwards. Dealer prices in the UK can be a bit eye watering and if the one that is coming up for auction is bought by a dealer, expect it to be up for sale soon after with a good(bad) jump in price. Better that you buy it if you like it and it's in your price range.

Feb 25th, 2016, 16:05	#3
Dunx Junior Member Last Online: Jun 18th, 2017 07:48 Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Cheltenham	Thanks. I am going to have a look. It wouldn't be my first choice of colour but if the price is right... Left hand drive is fine, and lpg would be fine if it doesn't take up too much of the boot. I will see what else I can see in Holland then if I don't get this one this weekend.

Feb 26th, 2016, 05:09	#5
Dunx Junior Member Last Online: Jun 18th, 2017 07:48 Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Cheltenham	Thanks for that, but I am looking for a restored one, not a project.

Feb 26th, 2016, 07:29	#6
Burdekin Chief Bodger Last Online: Yesterday 21:40 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Aberdeen	Sent you a PM.

Mar 8th, 2016, 14:23	#8
Derek UK VOC Member Last Online: Jun 15th, 2024 11:39 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Chatham	Hi Beachy. Do I have your car on my estate database? A reg number is all I need if you are willing to share. Thanks

Mar 8th, 2016, 17:56	#10
Derek UK VOC Member Last Online: Jun 15th, 2024 11:39 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Chatham	Thanks Derek B, I have it. Did the auto conversion go ahead?

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