DBDlloyds 18 Posted January 20, 2019 Hi guys, Had my first visit to BCA Enfield yesterday and had a pleasant surprise. (Usually frequent Aston Barkley ) Got there early to view the cars I had selected as possible purchases and as usual axed 50% of them straight away. Anyway, waited for the auction to start and to my surprise a guy came out and walked along the line opening the cars and starting them. This allowed the traders time to get in the car test the clutch and other bits and pieces before it went through the hall. If this is BCA std practice it would have saved me a few expensive purchases in the last few months from other auctions. Anyway, as good as the above is I didn’t win a car as prices achieved were very high ha ha. I suspect this isn’t the norm but if anyone can confirm that would be great, Cheers, Dean. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nick M.K. 574 Posted January 20, 2019 At BCA what you are describing has always been the norm. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kes 7 Posted January 20, 2019 12 minutes ago, Nick M.K. said: At BCA what you are describing has always been the norm. Not at Paddock Wood for sure. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DBDlloyds 18 Posted January 20, 2019 10 minutes ago, Nick M.K. said: At BCA what you are describing has always been the norm. Thanks Nick, that’s a breath of fresh air, at Aston’s the cars are started by the individual drivers and driven straight in leaving you no time to test anything. You are not allowed in the cars even when static with the ignition off. I know it wouldn’t stop buying troublesome cars but would certainly give you a bit more of an idea.... Cheers Dean. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andymc1973 199 Posted January 20, 2019 7 minutes ago, Kes said: Not at Paddock Wood for sure. or Newcastle Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ExCouncilJobsworth 27 Posted January 20, 2019 Enfield dont allow you to get in and test clutch I still do. My response is if questioned - its not free am paying for it. You going to give me a new clutch? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del Boy 76 Posted January 20, 2019 I was also at bca Enfield yesterday. As nick says it’s pretty normal. However the prices were stupid yesterday! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nick M.K. 574 Posted January 20, 2019 Never bid at Paddock Wood, have bought one online, grade 3 that should’ve been a grade 7 (if it existed) 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DBDlloyds 18 Posted January 20, 2019 6 minutes ago, Del Boy said: I was also at bca Enfield yesterday. As nick says it’s pretty normal. However the prices were stupid yesterday! I agree, prices were mad, I wondered if it was because it was a Saturday and loads of private’s. Do you go other days .? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del Boy 76 Posted January 20, 2019 Yeah I thought that too. Loads of new faces. Yeah I normally go twice during the week. I was collecting a car yesterday but kept an eye on the hall, had to laugh at a few going for retail and above! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DBDlloyds 18 Posted January 20, 2019 4 minutes ago, Del Boy said: Yeah I thought that too. Loads of new faces. Yeah I normally go twice during the week. I was collecting a car yesterday but kept an eye on the hall, had to laugh at a few going for retail and above! Think I will try during the week... cheers, Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
metcars 397 Posted January 20, 2019 55 minutes ago, Kes said: Enfield is my local. If your face fits you can get away with jumping in the cars! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anglo9 26 Posted January 20, 2019 No way are you getting in a car at Blackbushe Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grantlfc81 88 Posted January 20, 2019 I bought a 118d M Sport convertible auto for £6300 inc fees last Tuesday from Enfield bca and sold it Wednesday afternoon for £8800. you couldn’t make it up in the middle of winter. i only bought it as it capped a 6800 and was mega cheap and fully assured. Selling a convertible in the winter within 24 hours will never be achieved again lol 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del Boy 76 Posted January 20, 2019 1 minute ago, Grantlfc81 said: I bought a 118d M Sport convertible auto for £6300 inc fees last Tuesday from Enfield bca and sold it Wednesday afternoon for £8800. you couldn’t make it up in the middle of winter. i only bought it as it capped a 6800 and was mega cheap and fully assured. Selling a convertible in the winter within 24 hours will never be achieved again lol Was it white grant? Good price that regardless. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grantlfc81 88 Posted January 20, 2019 (edited) 4 minutes ago, Del Boy said: Was it white grant? Good price that regardless. Black on black - 58k miles diesel auto - absolutely stunning - just serviced and Mot’d - I literally couldn’t believe how cheap I got it. Never happens. all green ticks on the report Edited January 20, 2019 by Grantlfc81 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del Boy 76 Posted January 20, 2019 58 minutes ago, Grantlfc81 said: Black on black - 58k miles diesel auto - absolutely stunning - just serviced and Mot’d - I literally couldn’t believe how cheap I got it. Never happens. all green ticks on the report To be fair I picked up a few cheapies on Tuesday at Enfield. Haven’t sold them yet though lol! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ExCouncilJobsworth 27 Posted January 21, 2019 On 20/01/2019 at 7:52 PM, Grantlfc81 said: I bought a 118d M Sport convertible auto for £6300 inc fees last Tuesday from Enfield bca and sold it Wednesday afternoon for £8800. you couldn’t make it up in the middle of winter. i only bought it as it capped a 6800 and was mega cheap and fully assured. Selling a convertible in the winter within 24 hours will never be achieved again lol Lucky sod Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
metcars 397 Posted January 22, 2019 I used to like driving a softop in the winter. But i'm a bit weird like that? Never used to catch a cold either Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ExCouncilJobsworth 27 Posted January 22, 2019 1 hour ago, met said: I used to like driving a softop in the winter. But i'm a bit weird like that? Never used to catch a cold either you mean with it down? Had saab 93 2004 and you cannot tell the difference in winter! In fact some non convertibles were colder and shitter! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
metcars 397 Posted January 22, 2019 (edited) 39 minutes ago, ExCouncilJobsworth said: you mean with it down? Had saab 93 2004 and you cannot tell the difference in winter! In fact some non convertibles were colder and shitter! I've driven all sorts, caterhams, elans and even a jensen healey! Never put the hood up. Lol i was out yesterday evening and it was zero degrees following a mustang with top down and two 'elderly' guys in it? Not so keen on 4 seater softops. Sitting in the back of an open 4 seater you look like hitler! Although if you driving a two seater you have to be either on your own or with a lady. Because two blokes in a two seater with the top down is gay! Lol Edited January 22, 2019 by met Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ExCouncilJobsworth 27 Posted January 22, 2019 5 hours ago, met said: I've driven all sorts, caterhams, elans and even a jensen healey! Never put the hood up. Lol i was out yesterday evening and it was zero degrees following a mustang with top down and two 'elderly' guys in it? Not so keen on 4 seater softops. Sitting in the back of an open 4 seater you look like hitler! Although if you driving a two seater you have to be either on your own or with a lady. Because two blokes in a two seater with the top down is gay! Lol What if its father and son or a mate... Lol Bet that's why some people have 2 cars 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CCC 31 Posted January 22, 2019 10 hours ago, ExCouncilJobsworth said: you mean with it down? Had saab 93 2004 and you cannot tell the difference in winter! In fact some non convertibles were colder and shitter! Used to have a 2001 93 and drove it top down all the time unless it was raining. Heated seats and excellent heater so never felt cold (did put a jumper on though). Some of my best drives were in the winter, and loved night driving with the top down. Drive the mx5 with top down whenever possible too, though that’s because it’s claustrophobic otherwise Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
