240 going for scrap unless anyone wants it

doingitsideways · Sep 29th, 2010, 22:56

Hi,

I bought a 240 Estate off E-blag a couple of months ago, but after a series of problems it's got to go!!

It's a '93 2.0 SE, red with Beige interior, 230,000 miles, reciepts for a full engine re-build a few years ago, new exhaust and clutch and GLT alloys.

Bought it, drove it home over 200 miles no problem.

2 days later the diff exploded, so I sourced an axle and drove 100 miles each way to collect it.

Fitted up fine, except it was off an older saloon, so the speedo doesn't read properly due to the gearing.

Also, I broke the centre console while removing the handbrake cables.

While I was at it, I fitted new engine mounts and gave it a good service with Magnatec oil etc

All was fine (apart from the speedo) until I just went to pull away in a bit of a hurry and... "BANG" First gear's just gone I think!!

Anyway, I've now ran out of patience with it and can't justify changing the gearbox as it already owes me too much.

Anyone interested please give me a shout, I'm not neccessarily in a great rush to be rid of it, but I'm gonna replace it with a 7xx or 9xx diesel, so could do with some funds for that as it's my livelyhood to be honest

It's a shame really, as I love the car dearly and it runs really well, but I really can't afford any more expense as work is REALLY short at the moment!

Any questions just ask.

Here's a couple of pics:
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Thanks, Steve

Mike_Brace · Sep 29th, 2010, 23:07

PM sent

Mike

doingitsideways · Sep 30th, 2010, 23:04

Open to offers, would like it to go to a good home really, seems a shame to break it

loki_the_glt · Oct 1st, 2010, 18:12

Is the steering rack still available?

doingitsideways · Oct 1st, 2010, 19:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by loki_the_glt

Is the steering rack still available?

Hi,

Sorry, but I'm looking to shift the car whole as I haven't got the space to strip it.

Shame really, as I'd stand a chance of clawing some money back that way!

Cheers, Steve

loki_the_glt · Oct 2nd, 2010, 08:23

Fair enough - it was worth a try.

If it does go for spares/scrap any chance of a PM re its destination; if it's Cheshire side of Manchester I might be able to get the rack off myself?

Thanks

doingitsideways · Oct 3rd, 2010, 12:42

Quote:

Originally Posted by loki_the_glt

Fair enough - it was worth a try.

If it does go for spares/scrap any chance of a PM re its destination; if it's Cheshire side of Manchester I might be able to get the rack off myself?

Thanks

Yeah, no worries mate

fredausten · Oct 24th, 2010, 18:43

Hi, I desperately need the rubber seal that sits in the top of the master cylinder, under the brake fluid container. The seal joins the two.
Presumably he seal can be seperated and I dont need a new cylinder? If you can help that would be wonderful, as fluid is just pouring out. Fred
07782177210

doingitsideways · Oct 24th, 2010, 20:42

Quote:

Originally Posted by fredausten

Hi, I desperately need the rubber seal that sits in the top of the master cylinder, under the brake fluid container. The seal joins the two.
Presumably he seal can be seperated and I dont need a new cylinder? If you can help that would be wonderful, as fluid is just pouring out. Fred
07782177210

Hi Fred,

I'm sorry, but I've already sold it, it was picked up today.

Why not try sending Mike Brace a PM, as far as I know he's got loads of bits and bobs, including my 240.

He's a nice bloke too, I'm sure he'll be happy to help if he can.

Steve.

P.S, sorry Mike

classicswede · Nov 1st, 2010, 19:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by loki_the_glt

Is the steering rack still available?

Just scrapping a GLT estate so have a power rack available.

Sep 29th, 2010, 22:56	#1
doingitsideways The Daddy Last Online: Feb 29th, 2024 15:07 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Manchester	240 going for scrap unless anyone wants it Hi, I bought a 240 Estate off E-blag a couple of months ago, but after a series of problems it's got to go!! It's a '93 2.0 SE, red with Beige interior, 230,000 miles, reciepts for a full engine re-build a few years ago, new exhaust and clutch and GLT alloys. Bought it, drove it home over 200 miles no problem. 2 days later the diff exploded, so I sourced an axle and drove 100 miles each way to collect it. Fitted up fine, except it was off an older saloon, so the speedo doesn't read properly due to the gearing. Also, I broke the centre console while removing the handbrake cables. While I was at it, I fitted new engine mounts and gave it a good service with Magnatec oil etc All was fine (apart from the speedo) until I just went to pull away in a bit of a hurry and... "BANG" First gear's just gone I think!! Anyway, I've now ran out of patience with it and can't justify changing the gearbox as it already owes me too much. Anyone interested please give me a shout, I'm not neccessarily in a great rush to be rid of it, but I'm gonna replace it with a 7xx or 9xx diesel, so could do with some funds for that as it's my livelyhood to be honest It's a shame really, as I love the car dearly and it runs really well, but I really can't afford any more expense as work is REALLY short at the moment! Any questions just ask. Here's a couple of pics: !BzT9z6w!Wk~$(KGrHqJ,!gwE)CWlHZ4cBMVeiPUqO!~~_12[1].jpg !BzT91dQ!2k~$(KGrHqR,!igEw5Vdw4VvBMVeiV!sng~~_12[1].jpg !BzT91tg!2k~$(KGrHqJ,!joEw5JYckHjBMVeiV)Wsw~~_12[1].jpg !BzT92bg!Wk~$(KGrHqN,!hUEw43iTcrSBMVeiY)zbQ~~_12[1].jpg !BzT92Yw!Wk~$(KGrHqZ,!ioEw5P+96RHBMVeiYl!3Q~~_12[1].jpg Thanks, Steve __________________ XC90 V8 Exec, C70 2.4T Convertible, S70 T5 CD, 850 TDI, 2 x Escort vans and a 2.8i Capri. Clearout has begun, but must continue! Last edited by doingitsideways; Sep 29th, 2010 at 23:00. Reason: spelling and i missed the alloys!

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loki_the_glt Torquemeister Last Online: May 6th, 2024 17:32 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Asgard, Cheshire	Fair enough - it was worth a try. If it does go for spares/scrap any chance of a PM re its destination; if it's Cheshire side of Manchester I might be able to get the rack off myself? Thanks __________________ loki_the_glt - Skipper of the Exxon Valdez, driver of Sweden's finest sporting saloon - and pining for another Slant-4.

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fredausten Junior Member Last Online: Aug 18th, 2014 11:25 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: birmingham View Photos By: fredausten	Hi, I desperately need the rubber seal that sits in the top of the master cylinder, under the brake fluid container. The seal joins the two. Presumably he seal can be seperated and I dont need a new cylinder? If you can help that would be wonderful, as fluid is just pouring out. Fred 07782177210

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