What's my 121 worth (with all the work done)? - Page 3

Derek UK · Apr 4th, 2014, 19:03

Find someone with a "ginger beer plant" (Google it if you don't know what that is) They will more than pleased to give some of the "sludge" as it continuously makes more of it. After that ,it's free ginger beer "for ever", or as long as you like to keep it going for. You can start from scratch if you like.

Rover95 · Apr 4th, 2014, 19:30

Tried Sainsbury's, awful stuff. Morrisons own is best I've found, easily equal to Old Jamaica.

arcturus · Apr 4th, 2014, 20:18

Wish I could get it here. Just have to settle for a nice bottle of vino tinto. Seriously, if you can find it try Portuguese wine, it's pretty good

especially from the Alentejo region.

guitarman · Apr 6th, 2014, 18:15

The nub of the question is whether you like the car enough to want to keep it for the long haul. Firstly I think its better to keep the 'devil you know' rather than sell and move on to something that, however good it looks may be a money pit. The cars that I've had have all had one thing in common, that is I have always got them running and on the road quickly to see if I really gel with them.
Financially speaking classic cars, excepting a few at the top end, are a money pit. I look at it as a 'lifestyle choice' ahem ahem. After farting about with a few cars I've found two that suit my criteria and I am realistic about their inherent virtues and vices. Its like a marriage commitment but so much cheaper!

MMC · Apr 22nd, 2014, 23:09

Well, sadly, the costs of fixing the engine exceed any likely future cost of the car. So it's thank you and good night from me on this one.

So if anyone's interested in a 121 with an engine in bits but pretty sound bodywork-wise, do shout.

123GT-AMAZON · Apr 22nd, 2014, 23:22

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Originally Posted by MMC

Well, sadly, the costs of fixing the engine exceed any likely future cost of the car. So it's thank you and good night from me on this one.

So if anyone's interested in a 121 with an engine in bits but pretty sound bodywork-wise, do shout.

how about buying another good engine to slip in to get the car up and running again ?

kind regards
robert

MMC · Apr 23rd, 2014, 06:48

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Originally Posted by 123GT-AMAZON

how about buying another good engine to slip in to get the car up and running again ?

kind regards
robert

I like the idea, Robert, but another engine's got a good chance of being as problem-packed as the one that's now in bits!

swedishandgerman · Apr 23rd, 2014, 11:22

I don't understand. Are you saying the engine has completely had it? That seems very odd to me

As above, I would def consider whacking another engne in there and I might be able to help you out there. I put in a fantastic second hand motor years ago which has been great. Know what you mean though; it's a gamble

If you are serious about baling out, let me know as I might be interested. But I think it's not your best move

guitarman · Apr 23rd, 2014, 22:17

Unless you're willing to part with the considerable amount of money to purchase a good engine and then install it I would be ruthless. Id estimate anywhere between £300-1000 for an unknown and around £2,000 for a rebuilt engine, plus £500ish for replacement. On the other hand if you've a car which is otherwise excellent and which you love to drive then do so. I find that I have a finite amount of interest in any car, guess Im a bit of a motor slag!
There's a green 123GT on Car& classic sales I fancy for £6k...

Amazonjulian · Apr 23rd, 2014, 22:53

I have a decent B18 motor which was running nicely but swapped out of a car by a guy doing a modern diesel conversion. If that would help out, it's yours for £75 plus the carriage.

Apr 4th, 2014, 19:30	#22
Rover95 Junior Member Last Online: Oct 7th, 2015 19:36 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Lowestoft, Suffolk	Tried Sainsbury's, awful stuff. Morrisons own is best I've found, easily equal to Old Jamaica. __________________ Brian 1963 Rover P4-95 1973 Volvo 1800ES

Apr 4th, 2014, 20:18	#23
arcturus arcturus Last Online: Today 07:24 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Sagres Portugal	Wish I could get it here. Just have to settle for a nice bottle of vino tinto. Seriously, if you can find it try Portuguese wine, it's pretty good especially from the Alentejo region. __________________ life's too short to drink bad wine

Apr 6th, 2014, 18:15	#24
guitarman Senior Member Last Online: Apr 28th, 2022 14:29 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stroud	The nub of the question is whether you like the car enough to want to keep it for the long haul. Firstly I think its better to keep the 'devil you know' rather than sell and move on to something that, however good it looks may be a money pit. The cars that I've had have all had one thing in common, that is I have always got them running and on the road quickly to see if I really gel with them. Financially speaking classic cars, excepting a few at the top end, are a money pit. I look at it as a 'lifestyle choice' ahem ahem. After farting about with a few cars I've found two that suit my criteria and I am realistic about their inherent virtues and vices. Its like a marriage commitment but so much cheaper! __________________ 1973 Volvo 164. 1972 Saab 96 1988 Benz W124 230E 2012 VW Transporter T5 LWB

Apr 23rd, 2014, 11:22	#28
swedishandgerman Premier Member Last Online: Oct 23rd, 2023 21:39 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: EXETER	I don't understand. Are you saying the engine has completely had it? That seems very odd to me As above, I would def consider whacking another engne in there and I might be able to help you out there. I put in a fantastic second hand motor years ago which has been great. Know what you mean though; it's a gamble If you are serious about baling out, let me know as I might be interested. But I think it's not your best move __________________ 2006 XC70 D5 Manual 1968 Amazon Estate, B18A + Overdrive 2019 V60 D3 Momentum Pro Manual 1970 Amazon 2-Door 1970 142DL

Apr 23rd, 2014, 22:17	#29
guitarman Senior Member Last Online: Apr 28th, 2022 14:29 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stroud	Unless you're willing to part with the considerable amount of money to purchase a good engine and then install it I would be ruthless. Id estimate anywhere between £300-1000 for an unknown and around £2,000 for a rebuilt engine, plus £500ish for replacement. On the other hand if you've a car which is otherwise excellent and which you love to drive then do so. I find that I have a finite amount of interest in any car, guess Im a bit of a motor slag! There's a green 123GT on Car& classic sales I fancy for £6k... __________________ 1973 Volvo 164. 1972 Saab 96 1988 Benz W124 230E 2012 VW Transporter T5 LWB Last edited by guitarman; Apr 23rd, 2014 at 22:22.

Apr 4th, 2014, 19:03	#21
Derek UK VOC Member Last Online: Today 11:58 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Chatham	Find someone with a "ginger beer plant" (Google it if you don't know what that is) They will more than pleased to give some of the "sludge" as it continuously makes more of it. After that ,it's free ginger beer "for ever", or as long as you like to keep it going for. You can start from scratch if you like.

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MMC Somewhat corroded member Last Online: Dec 20th, 2023 10:20 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Bampton, West Oxfordshire	Well, sadly, the costs of fixing the engine exceed any likely future cost of the car. So it's thank you and good night from me on this one. So if anyone's interested in a 121 with an engine in bits but pretty sound bodywork-wise, do shout.

Apr 23rd, 2014, 22:53	#30
Amazonjulian Master Member Last Online: May 8th, 2019 07:02 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Steyning	I have a decent B18 motor which was running nicely but swapped out of a car by a guy doing a modern diesel conversion. If that would help out, it's yours for £75 plus the carriage.

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