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    4 minutes ago, Tom said:

    I prefer to screw them on tbh as ive seen number plates on the forecourt in the past especially in the winter where the double sided tape has given up. 

    Thanks for the reply Tom I normally do a combination of both as I find it helps the plate stay flat as I've seen them bevel out slightly over time so the tape or pads prevent this and then I stick some screws in  just got me thinking today what the best way was when the guy I was fitting them for said he would prefer no screws as it looks much nicer was what he said but as you say and I also agree the screws add to security both from general driving and not fear of frost etc getting to the tape and guess it makes theft harder though I've not really heard much of that in my area . 

  5. Posted · Edited by Casper

    One of Todays job was changing some number plates on a car was actually me that fitted the

    previous ones but the guy wanted some fancy 3d ones  when I fitted the previous set I used both green double sided tape and some plastic poly top screws which is my usual way some times replace the tape for foams pads or use screwcaps etc depends whats kicking about the place but normally used two methods of fitting and I like this method on my stuff 

    Got the front off fairly easy but getting the rear off was a struggle one off the hardest one I've had and I've changed a few sets in my time eventually got it with a hairdryer and gentle pry what do you guys use to remove the stuck on ones ..seen some suggest dental floss etc on other forums 

    on refitting  I used some foam number plate pads from a caravan accessory shop that seem to have done the job only used them as was passing when needing some usual get rolls of tape from the factor but always open to suggestions what do you guys recommend for sticking them on or you think your better to screw on I've seen people even use velcro pads 

    I used a hair dryer and some glue and tar remover to remove the sticky residue any other ideas  .

    hope you all having a good busy weekend and thank you 

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    1 hour ago, bimbo said:

    Hi all,

    I have just joined and popping by the general forum to say hello.

    I am just in the process of setting up as a trader.

    Having done a lot of research, there is still a lot more to do but I am confident in what I am learning.

    This forum seems to have a great vibe and I look forward to collaborating with you all.

    -- If you are interested, I am based in SW London and plan on buy cars around the 3-6k mark, hoping to flip within a couple of weeks of purchasing. Still trying to do analysis on this approach etc.

    Cheers

    Hello Good luck wish you all the best .

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    21 minutes ago, Rory RSC said:

    Can't  get anything booked in at main dealers round here without being quoted about 2 week wait.

    Off topic but does it not drive you mad when you try and book something in at a main dealer and can't speak to someone in the actual dealership and just get put through to a call centre remotely :angry:

    Or they say they will call you back and never do 

    phoned Volkswagen dealership last week to book a golf gti in for its first 12k 2 year long life service I phoned them back 3 times left my details and still no call back used another branch of the same dealership network the service woman was lovely and the car was booked in. In minutes 

  9. Posted · Edited by Casper

    49 minutes ago, tradex said:

    I meant the complete opposite:D, the likes of Lookers, Pendragon are making fuck all on investment. 

    And the amount of debt they are servicing is scary. 

    The problem with this game (and always has been) is that when the goings good, many are tempted to take on debt, with money makes money mentality. But, this game can turn on a sixpence and a bad 3 month run can be the ruin of a car sales. 

    The longer you (well I and those I know with many years in) do this job, the more conservative you get, having seen it all before. 

    Sorry get what you meant now . 

    And yes I agree the debt is scary over the last 20 years I've always tried to keep mine at a manageable level only working for myself and subcontracting work out to a local garage and self employed mechanic which seems to have worked  

    but at the auctions all I'm hearing is ticking away or quiet or up and down.worst its been in years etc

    I also would like to take a moment to wish fellow traders on here years of success 

  10. Posted · Edited by Casper

    48 minutes ago, met said:

    I'm far from being an expert on these things but doesn't CAT S require fresh MOT before the V5 is re-issued? Why not extend that to all write offs regardless, can't see how it would hurt. Especially bearing in mind the amount of guys that are doing the whole youtube "Copart rebuild" thing. And from what I've seen there are varying levels of competency; some guys should be banned from owning a set of spanner!

    I think some insurance companies insist on a new mot vosa don't automatically remove them  I've checked cat n and s cars on mot history and status site and both still show current mot I worked with a guy years ago who did write offs in a garage and a remember. a mondeo and a 106 having the log book notes section having the words this vehicle has been reassembled from the use of spares parts think they were cat c back in 1999   Ive never tried to apply for log book as I've never personally bothered with write offs though I've thought about a few projects from copart that looked cheap for personal use . Hopefully some one will have applied for log book for cat s be interesting to know the answer .

    Love what you said about the spanners i actually know qualifed mechanics and panel beaters like that and spray painters who think there professionals  and can tell there work a mile of  thats been the hardest part for me over the years finding decent mechanics etc 

    One of the hardest parts over the years has been finding decent trades man mechanics etc at times I wish i did more training 20 years ago so I could be more hands on rather than just doing the buying and selling 

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    2 hours ago, tradex said:

    Check out the big boys profits to see the real story. 

    Will do it still seems a shame for the smaller staff down the food chain with wife's and family to support I guess as you say the big boys at fhe top of the tree always come out smelling of roses with any company calling it a day not just motor trade related 

  13. Posted · Edited by Casper

    I would say better to fresh mot it as well come sale time from a piece of mind point of view and also to give yourself reassurance but for test drives etc the current mot Would still.be valid 

  14. Posted

    On 04/07/2019 at 5:09 PM, David Horgan said:

    98 406 OMG :lol: wasn't worth a grand when it was new :D. With 200,000 on clock I'd tell him it will cost him £50 to leave it here as scrap has gone down in value :rolleyes:

    I would have been generous and offered him £100 ha 

  15. Posted · Edited by Casper

    I was using a printed letter head and typing up my own on computer using 

    microsoft word for sales and for repairs was using autodata invoices with the same letter heads 

    the pads look interesting 

    What about using a rubber stamp to add to the look 

     

     

  16. Posted · Edited by Casper

    Hi guys been reading in the background for months now lot of sensible conversations and nice decent guys here I wish you all years of success 

    looks like Border cars is going to be another dealership gone we seem to be losing a few with Tom Vehicle sales and rental last year and now Border cars also noticed lookers are closing and selling a few of there showrooms seems the motortrade has went down hill in the last 10 years

     

    I personally have been involved in the motor trade on and off for years due to ill health at times so do some part time - back to full time again soon 

    Im hearing a lot of guys saying its tough times at auctions etc and no where near as good as it was many years ago 

    Whats all your thoughts