Mojo121 229 Posted February 28, 2018 We’re a small independent and with no auctions to attend and little chance of a walk on im about to pop out to get some eggs & bacon! Anyone else staying in bed today? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anglo9 26 Posted February 28, 2018 As I'm only ten minutes from BCA Blackbushe I'm hoping it's just me wandering around up there today. Bet it's madder than ever as everyone second guesses that everyone else can't be arsed and makes a superhuman effort themselves to get there.... Bacon sarnie it is then ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trade vet 697 Posted February 28, 2018 27 minutes ago, Anglo9 said: As I'm only ten minutes from BCA Blackbushe I'm hoping it's just me wandering around up there today. Bet it's madder than ever as everyone second guesses that everyone else can't be arsed and makes a superhuman effort themselves to get there.... Bacon sarnie it is then ! Have they still got that Gurkha on the gate who won’t let you in until the stroke of 9 o clock....prices will probably be through the roof .......trader mentality ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BHM 994 Posted February 28, 2018 Funny that, I’m just wondering whether or not it’s worth the bother trying to get to Washington & Birtley. I confess to the “I’ll nick a few” mentality but it dawned on me that the bar-stewards will run them up anyway - there’s no reward for loyalty nowadays. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twerp 69 Posted February 28, 2018 1 hour ago, Anglo9 said: Bet it's madder than ever as everyone second guesses that everyone else can't be arsed and makes a superhuman effort themselves to get there.... Typically everyone overcompensates with heroic online bidding. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grant8064 219 Posted February 28, 2018 Got shedloads of paperwork to catch up on. I'm expecting the usual mental walk ons to turn up in this weather Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
metcars 395 Posted February 28, 2018 Sadly, as far as auctions are concerned, you are never alone with online bidders, real or imaginary? As a 'side note' has anyone else noticed how, as if driving in the snow wasn't challenging enough, trying to spot 'speed bumps' makes it a really exciting game? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arfur Dealy 823 Posted February 28, 2018 We are all waiting for the snow down here in Devon, we have a great big throbbing amber warning for snow tomorrow and Friday..... Luckily, I'm slowing down for a well earned 3 weeks in Phuket...... Can't wait Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EPV 631 Posted February 28, 2018 (edited) 14 minutes ago, Arfur Dealy said: We are all waiting for the snow down here in Devon, we have a great big throbbing amber warning for snow tomorrow and Friday..... Luckily, I'm slowing down for a well earned 3 weeks in Phuket...... Can't wait Waiting? My birds parents house is in Totnes, not far from you, and their dog has been rolling around in 2 inches of the stuff. has Exeter moved to the moon? Edited February 28, 2018 by EPV Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arfur Dealy 823 Posted February 28, 2018 2 minutes ago, EPV said: Waiting? My birds parents house is in Totnes, not far from you, and their dog has been rolling around in 2 inches of the stuff. has Exeter moved to the moon? Exeter has had none. The wind direction is changing tomorrow with storm "Emma" arriving which is going to hit the cold air and take a great big dump on us...... We shall see..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
It's me 613 Posted March 1, 2018 gone to work absolutely no idea why all my cars are the same colour 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mojo121 229 Posted March 1, 2018 3 minutes ago, s and b said: gone to work absolutely no idea why all my cars are the same colour You might be lucky it is the ‘in’ colour right now! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David Ayers 171 Posted March 1, 2018 "Emma" arriving which is going to hit the cold air and take a great big dump on us. You really don't want to be googling this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arfur Dealy 823 Posted March 1, 2018 4 minutes ago, David Ayers said: "Emma" arriving which is going to hit the cold air and take a great big dump on us. You really don't want to be googling this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darkbluecars 10 Posted March 2, 2018 I remember years ago similar snow levels in Bristol. Radio full of school closures and people not being able to get to work. So off to Manheim with the expectation of having the place to myself...No chance, every bugger who "couldn't" get to work thought they'd have a day at the car auctions and bring their kids with them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
metcars 395 Posted March 2, 2018 13 minutes ago, Darkbluecars said: I remember years ago similar snow levels in Bristol. Radio full of school closures and people not being able to get to work. So off to Manheim with the expectation of having the place to myself...No chance, every bugger who "couldn't" get to work thought they'd have a day at the car auctions and bring their kids with them. You're never alone at the block, there's always internet bidders? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grant8064 219 Posted March 2, 2018 The toilets frozen today and I had a curry last night. I hate winter. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lakeside 94 Posted March 2, 2018 Well the weather hasn’t put people off the auctions around here this week. Prices still through the roof. When will it end! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justina3 518 Posted March 2, 2018 What a nuts day today was lots of people off work due to weather and we get a rush 2 done and dusted and one refused a test drive who then got stroppy so booted his ass out the door. bring on more snow i say Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EPV 631 Posted March 2, 2018 24 minutes ago, justina3 said: What a nuts day today was lots of people off work due to weather and we get a rush 2 done and dusted and one refused a test drive who then got stroppy so booted his ass out the door. bring on more snow i say Out of curiosity, what was the story behind the stroppy one? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justina3 518 Posted March 2, 2018 Young kid and i mean young looked at 12 came in with his young lady friend who also look about 12, spent a while walking around the lot then decided he wanted the 09 clio extreme nice car looked like a perfect fit his misses giving him the big thumbs up he then asked for a test drive i said no problem but one question you have past your test and have your licence with you he said yes i passed my test yesterday as it happens, hmm i replied the roads are not the best at the moment there is a lot of black ice around our way not much snow which in my mind is just as bad and as you have such little experience i wouldnt be able to let him test drive it so i suggested i took him and his young lady out for the drive. To be told no way either i drive it so i can see what it can do or forget it, i kindly replied no worries forgot it already and off i trot for a coffee. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grant8064 219 Posted March 2, 2018 Yep they were out in force today...random day off from the office and the public just don't know what to do with themselves. I had one out wandering the forecourt, looked half sensible so I ventured out to ask if she needed assistance even though it was pelting down the white stuff. Asked if we sell vans, we don't so, straight back to the office. Ten minutes later I head out to get some food and run errands and she's still there so I check again, nope, still doesn't want anything. 45 minutes later i'm back from my jaunt and she's still there...gotta be a buyer right? I triple check...nope. Wants a van just fancied a look around. That's over an hour in -1 with snow coming down in jeans and a waterproof jacket, no gloves, no hat and no intention of buying anything. You do wonder sometimes... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EPV 631 Posted March 2, 2018 28 minutes ago, grant8064 said: Yep they were out in force today...random day off from the office and the public just don't know what to do with themselves. I had one out wandering the forecourt, looked half sensible so I ventured out to ask if she needed assistance even though it was pelting down the white stuff. Asked if we sell vans, we don't so, straight back to the office. Ten minutes later I head out to get some food and run errands and she's still there so I check again, nope, still doesn't want anything. 45 minutes later i'm back from my jaunt and she's still there...gotta be a buyer right? I triple check...nope. Wants a van just fancied a look around. That's over an hour in -1 with snow coming down in jeans and a waterproof jacket, no gloves, no hat and no intention of buying anything. You do wonder sometimes... I don’t think she needs a car, a fucking straight jacket more like. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
have a word with the wife 299 Posted March 3, 2018 18 hours ago, grant8064 said: Yep they were out in force today...random day off from the office and the public just don't know what to do with themselves. I had one out wandering the forecourt, looked half sensible so I ventured out to ask if she needed assistance even though it was pelting down the white stuff. Asked if we sell vans, we don't so, straight back to the office. Ten minutes later I head out to get some food and run errands and she's still there so I check again, nope, still doesn't want anything. 45 minutes later i'm back from my jaunt and she's still there...gotta be a buyer right? I triple check...nope. Wants a van just fancied a look around. That's over an hour in -1 with snow coming down in jeans and a waterproof jacket, no gloves, no hat and no intention of buying anything. You do wonder sometimes... might be casing the joint, make sure your balloons are tied down Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grant8064 219 Posted March 3, 2018 24 minutes ago, have a word with the wife said: might be casing the joint, make sure your balloons are tied down If the buntings gone on Monday i'll know who to blame! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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