Launch Car *Withdrawn from sale*

bazza004 · 30th October 2014, 11:14

1999 2.5 AUTO....Wedgewood Launch Car...No Longer for Sale...

New MOT 21/10/14 .. Needed rear brake pipes and handbrake making operational.
Advisories on pass...ABS wiring damaged but not excessively.Offside and nearside front brake pipes slightly corroded...Offside steering system slight free play at steering wheel..Offside rear brake fluctuating,but not excessively...Front both sides suspension mountings deteriorated,but not excessively...Both rear trailing arm mountings deteriorated but not excessively...Play in steering rack inner joint.

I have done a lot to it since August but feel that i cant justify spending in time and money what is needed to bring it back to where it should be.

I really wanted a Launch car but the commitment is to much for me i'm afraid.

Highline replaced and all now works ,needs freeview.

No warning lights....side crash sensor and ambient sensor replaced.

T4 cleared all stored fault codes,showed vis motors needed,and fault with three speed fan,although this works fine...

Two new keys from marinabrian who also did T4..

Car drives well nice and straight,stops in a straight line no pulling or judders,plenty of power,no oil leaks or coolant issues.

Alloys are original i think,and are in very good condition as are tyres.

Interior is very clean,no wear or damage anywhere.

Sunroof is unplugged from motor..i think there may have been an issue previously but have not investigated,no leaks though.

No service history as this was lost,but i have details of previous owners,first owner was a garage for five months ,then next owner for nearly twelve years,i've spoken to him and he assured me the car was serviced as needed and the belts were done at around 70k...current mileage is 105k.

As car is no longer for sale Mods can remove from this section if they want.

Astraeus · 31st October 2014, 12:47

That is a lovely car you have there. I Don't think you will have difficulty selling it. Great piece of history too and looks immaculate.

Chris

Spike · 31st October 2014, 12:49

Gorgeous with the Wedgewood exterior and Neptune interior. Lovely!

bazza004 · 31st October 2014, 12:57

Really struggled with decision to sell,but the costs are just going to get to much for me.Got to admit i'm getting a bit of ear bashing from the wife as well

...Needs someone who be willing to put the time and money into it,a lot done but still needs more.The price gave me a headache as well,would like to get money back but want to be fair,i'm willing to negotiate for the right buyer,someone who can restore it properly...Baz.

Dorset Bob · 31st October 2014, 18:58

What a lovely looking example!

A real credit to you and the previous owners.
I hope this special car finds a good home.

bazza004 · 3rd November 2014, 12:36

Thanks Bob..you not interested?...give you a discount...ive a rock bottom price for a member

A19_Graham · 3rd November 2014, 21:22

It's a stunning Car,
Was looking forward to seeing it locally

Reminds me of my First 75.

Oh and Free Bumperoonie

bazza004 · 5th November 2014, 09:40

Thanks Graham,yes its a nice car alright...bit disapointed at the lack of response if i'm being honest...I did have a trawl round the net and couldnt find another one,i think its that if you want one of these you already have one.And of course the price,if it was seven hundred quid there would be a line round the block.Good thing is i'm not having to sell,so it'll stay with me and i'll continue to do bits until the right buyer comes along...

...Baz.

bazza004 · 10th November 2014, 12:19

See there's another launch car been put up for sale...just like buses aren't they ?...wait for ages then two come at once..lol...best of luck with sale,i hope it finds a good home...Baz.

bazza004 · 20th November 2014, 13:41

Just replaced vis motors with Dave Stocks uprated versions...

...thanks Dave..

30th October 2014, 11:14	#1
bazza004 Avid contributor none Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Newton Aycliffe Posts: 243 Thanks: 53 Thanked 27 Times in 21 Posts	Launch Car Withdrawn from sale 1999 2.5 AUTO....Wedgewood Launch Car...No Longer for Sale... New MOT 21/10/14 .. Needed rear brake pipes and handbrake making operational. Advisories on pass...ABS wiring damaged but not excessively.Offside and nearside front brake pipes slightly corroded...Offside steering system slight free play at steering wheel..Offside rear brake fluctuating,but not excessively...Front both sides suspension mountings deteriorated,but not excessively...Both rear trailing arm mountings deteriorated but not excessively...Play in steering rack inner joint. I have done a lot to it since August but feel that i cant justify spending in time and money what is needed to bring it back to where it should be. I really wanted a Launch car but the commitment is to much for me i'm afraid. Highline replaced and all now works ,needs freeview. No warning lights....side crash sensor and ambient sensor replaced. T4 cleared all stored fault codes,showed vis motors needed,and fault with three speed fan,although this works fine... Two new keys from marinabrian who also did T4.. Car drives well nice and straight,stops in a straight line no pulling or judders,plenty of power,no oil leaks or coolant issues. Alloys are original i think,and are in very good condition as are tyres. Interior is very clean,no wear or damage anywhere. Sunroof is unplugged from motor..i think there may have been an issue previously but have not investigated,no leaks though. No service history as this was lost,but i have details of previous owners,first owner was a garage for five months ,then next owner for nearly twelve years,i've spoken to him and he assured me the car was serviced as needed and the belts were done at around 70k...current mileage is 105k. As car is no longer for sale Mods can remove from this section if they want. Last edited by bazza004; 18th May 2015 at 11:13.. Reason: Vis motors

31st October 2014, 12:49	#3
Spike Posted a thing or two Spike, Burt & Daisy Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Murcia, Spain and sometimes South Wales Posts: 1,550 Thanks: 352 Thanked 427 Times in 295 Posts	Gorgeous with the Wedgewood exterior and Neptune interior. Lovely! __________________ Spike has the rubber boots. I'm James and mine are leather.

31st October 2014, 18:58	#5
Dorset Bob Senior Citizen Rover 75 2.5 Connoisseur SE,Chrysler 300C,124 Spider, Daytona 955i,Honda XL250 & Royal Enfield 650GT Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: The Kingdom of Wessex Posts: 6,976 Thanks: 2,391 Thanked 2,685 Times in 1,686 Posts	What a lovely looking example! A real credit to you and the previous owners. I hope this special car finds a good home. __________________ Let the good times roll............

5th November 2014, 09:40	#8
bazza004 Avid contributor none Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Newton Aycliffe Posts: 243 Thanks: 53 Thanked 27 Times in 21 Posts	Thanks Graham,yes its a nice car alright...bit disapointed at the lack of response if i'm being honest...I did have a trawl round the net and couldnt find another one,i think its that if you want one of these you already have one.And of course the price,if it was seven hundred quid there would be a line round the block.Good thing is i'm not having to sell,so it'll stay with me and i'll continue to do bits until the right buyer comes along......Baz.

20th November 2014, 13:41	#10
bazza004 Avid contributor none Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Newton Aycliffe Posts: 243 Thanks: 53 Thanked 27 Times in 21 Posts	Just replaced vis motors with Dave Stocks uprated versions......thanks Dave.. Last edited by bazza004; 20th November 2014 at 16:28..

31st October 2014, 12:47	#2
Astraeus Regional Secretary North Scotland MG ZS Exclusive 1.0T Auto 2022 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Tayport Posts: 5,754 Thanks: 1,676 Thanked 1,855 Times in 1,058 Posts	That is a lovely car you have there. I Don't think you will have difficulty selling it. Great piece of history too and looks immaculate. Chris

31st October 2014, 12:57	#4
bazza004 Avid contributor none Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Newton Aycliffe Posts: 243 Thanks: 53 Thanked 27 Times in 21 Posts	Really struggled with decision to sell,but the costs are just going to get to much for me.Got to admit i'm getting a bit of ear bashing from the wife as well ...Needs someone who be willing to put the time and money into it,a lot done but still needs more.The price gave me a headache as well,would like to get money back but want to be fair,i'm willing to negotiate for the right buyer,someone who can restore it properly...Baz.

3rd November 2014, 12:36	#6
bazza004 Avid contributor none Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Newton Aycliffe Posts: 243 Thanks: 53 Thanked 27 Times in 21 Posts	Thanks Bob..you not interested?...give you a discount...ive a rock bottom price for a member

3rd November 2014, 21:22	#7
A19_Graham I really should get out more....... Land Rover Freelander 2 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hartlepool Posts: 2,454 Thanks: 3,124 Thanked 722 Times in 482 Posts	It's a stunning Car, Was looking forward to seeing it locally Reminds me of my First 75. Oh and Free Bumperoonie

10th November 2014, 12:19	#9
bazza004 Avid contributor none Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Newton Aycliffe Posts: 243 Thanks: 53 Thanked 27 Times in 21 Posts	See there's another launch car been put up for sale...just like buses aren't they ?...wait for ages then two come at once..lol...best of luck with sale,i hope it finds a good home...Baz.