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Nick, you always impress me with your facts and figures!!!! If you ever write an "auto"biography or how to guide, can you pre-order me a copy please : )

Do X1's not come with Radios? Just crank up "Shaking Stevens - Merry Christmas everyone " and happy days, problem solved. If obviously the radio volume is set to an uneven number the BMW gods make strike down your engine by making the rattle worse causing the radio to be turned up even louder... High even number and this will cover all issues : )

I've tried many platforms over the last 20 years (OMG - where did that go?) BUT AT still shifts the metal with least messers.

Always MOT when a car arrives in, part of the prep and paint as standard now. Why worry after taking a deposit if it will pass or not etc which could delay or cancel the deal etc Wouldn't do it any other way. Saves hassle later on down the line in my eyes. Although depends on age of cars I guess. Nearly new stuff when deposit is taken may work better. Each to their own : )

I went once with a friend to the launch of the model X. Wow the money they spent on food and drink for us all was impressive. However the build quality was shocking. P.S Holmfirth a lovely part of the world, I use to live in Upperthong (yes that was the real name to the others reading this haha)

Thanks Casper, very useful

It's VAG, it will be the following, New sensors x4 New disks and pads x4 New abs rings + wishbones + mounts New suspension x4 New ECU New Turbo + engine New seats, doors and door pannels New wheels + Tyres New Key + battery If problem still appears, I'm afraid its new gearbox and steering wrack for good measure #dislikeVAG

Really odd, I just don't understand how the system can say what is a good / poor price when so much more is involved. A car with similar miles but one has 12 months mot, cambelt changes and full history and the other has nothing and is pictured on a pub car park? But I did chuckle when I priced something 10k over retail (simple mistake on the keyboard) and it gave me NO price indication marker..... hehe

Welcome! Its a funny old game. Everything that has moved super fast, I've bought more of and not opened the door on them for months. Funny isn't it! I find I have more luck with some brands than others although it maybe down to my enthusiasm level rather than the car itself? Hard to say, Good luck : )

hehehehe brilliant

Well done AD! That seems to be my stock ratio : )

Bollington I find are good and always beat Road runner after some haggling. Plus you manage your own MID submissions digitally which is quite useful, although maybe this is now standard hehe

HI Casper, have you checked the reg on DVLA-som website as most advertise on ebay don't own them etc and when someone buys on ebay, they just buy it from the DVLA site. https://dvlaregistrations.dvla.gov.uk/ worth a try : )

Greta hates Diesels All her fault Sold 2 diesels this week, no issues although my stock is now 80% Diesel for some reason.....

I'd return it straight away as you are a magpie and no shiny bits no likey

hehe good point

I try and avoid anything VAG. Over priced and always major issues.....

How far south? I'm in Warrington! ! Got a few bits although I'm guessing way to far

Good luck, don't catch a cold with the CRA 2015 though. But grass isn't always greener, don't forget HMRC's cut of everything + VAT plus plus plus. You are the last guys to get paid but have all the headaches. With everything, you will have good days and bad though and still can be fun : )

Hi CRW, I underwrite for a few independent dealers. Although we use BCA as well. The independent small dealers are happy to go below cap / glass if they have reasons to, ELM light or marks / scuffs + damage. Its all about demographics and your place in the market of course. I don't have a glass palace etc so often find the general punters expect less. (MOST anyway!) Things at BCA are going mad at the min, over cap etc. Not for me as not my target market. I also do better with the cheaper end etc sub 5k. £500 a car is okay on a £1500 car percentage wise, if I could make that within my other businesses I'd retire tomorrow.

He cannot have a leg to stand on but we keep all copies of adverts where it states the cat if it has been accident damage etc. Also state it on the paperwork as nothing to hide either and they sign it to say all the information, number of keys, locking wheel nut, and damage, marks and other issues are seen and noted! Verbal confirmation isn't worth the paper its written on as they say!!

I work on Gut feeling most of the time. I look at AT's suggested market price then less £500! I also research the hell out of each and every car nationally. Then I check all known common faults and prices to repair etc etc before the car even lands. Then I just buy it with my heart anyway : ) Only storage companies can sell empty spaces.... I cannot

click bait? Anyone want carsoup.co.uk ? Open to offers lol lol

Thanks Casper! I contributed a lot on the autotrader forum (RIP) and was classed as a 5 star contributor etc. I did enjoy the camaraderie and chewing the fat about all the motortrade problems. Nick and Umesh being great contributors and also lifting what can be a very stressful trade! However on this one, I do sometimes feel it can be like a pack of wolves attacking less knowledgeable people so have just read rather than contributed. Thanks for the welcome again Casper

Hi Nick, my old friend from the Autotrader forum days I hope you are well