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.

Dunx · Feb 26th, 2016, 09:12

I should clarify: restored or good solid car in a usable state. It doesn't have to be pristine, just solid and reliable.

Dunx · Feb 28th, 2016, 22:04

Well, I have seen one I really like. Now just have to hope I can get it.

And Paul57, got your pm but can't pm yet as not enough posts. If you pm me an email I will respond.

57paul · Feb 28th, 2016, 22:13

hi you have pm

tdz840 · Feb 29th, 2016, 08:28

At a Norfolk Classic Car Dealers😜

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: Apr 20th, 2024 07:03 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)

Feb 25th, 2016, 14:15	#2
Derek UK VOC Member Last Online: Today 16:54 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: Today 05:59 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Aberdeen	Sent you a PM.

Feb 26th, 2016, 09:12	#7
Dunx Junior Member Last Online: Jun 18th, 2017 07:48 Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Cheltenham	I should clarify: restored or good solid car in a usable state. It doesn't have to be pristine, just solid and reliable.

Feb 28th, 2016, 22:04	#8
Dunx Junior Member Last Online: Jun 18th, 2017 07:48 Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Cheltenham	Well, I have seen one I really like. Now just have to hope I can get it. And Paul57, got your pm but can't pm yet as not enough posts. If you pm me an email I will respond.

Feb 28th, 2016, 22:13	#9
57paul Member Last Online: Today 16:59 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: exeter	hi you have pm

Feb 29th, 2016, 08:28	#10
tdz840 VOC Member Last Online: Dec 14th, 2023 11:57 Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: fareham	At a Norfolk Classic Car Dealers😜

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