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Looking for a Delorean

Postby savetheclocktower » Mon Mar 04, 2013 7:49 pm

Hi Guys,

Decided I think now is the time to take the plunge on my first Delorean. Im looking for a UK based car if possible. No to concerned on interior colour. Grey preffered but not essential. I would ideally like one that is ready to go and doesn't need a massive amount of work. I would maybe consider an import, if it means I can reduce the cost. But im a little concerned about the not being able to see the car part here, with this option.

Not sure if anybody is able to make a suggestion? Point me in the right direction?

I have been in touch with PJ Grady and also made a couple of Enquiries abroad, so the search goes on.

Thanks guys.

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Re: Looking for a Delorean

Postby bozzzydmc » Mon Mar 04, 2013 8:15 pm

Welcome Rich ... you are in the right place for an honest constructive approach to DeLorean ownership

Where abouts are you ?

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savetheclocktower wrote:Hi Guys,

Decided I think now is the time to take the plunge on my first Delorean. Im looking for a UK based car if possible. No to concerned on interior colour. Grey preffered but not essential. I would ideally like one that is ready to go and doesn't need a massive amount of work. I would maybe consider an import, if it means I can reduce the cost. But im a little concerned about the not being able to see the car part here, with this option.

Not sure if anybody is able to make a suggestion? Point me in the right direction?

I have been in touch with PJ Grady and also made a couple of Enquiries abroad, so the search goes on.

Thanks guys.

Rich
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Re: Looking for a Delorean

Postby savetheclocktower » Mon Mar 04, 2013 8:24 pm

Hi Mike,

Im in shropshire. I have been on here before but some time ago. Loved the car since I saw it in the BTTF films. Had a ride in Chris Hawes car a while back as a birthday present!

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Re: Looking for a Delorean

Postby Chriss » Mon Mar 04, 2013 8:37 pm

There is quite a nice looking DeLorean for sale at an auction in Herefordshire this week

http://www.brightwells.com/ClassicCarsMotorcyclesAutomobilia/ClassicVehicles/Default.aspx
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Re: Looking for a Delorean

Postby savetheclocktower » Mon Mar 04, 2013 9:01 pm

Chriss wrote:There is quite a nice looking DeLorean for sale at an auction in Herefordshire this week

http://www.brightwells.com/ClassicCarsMotorcyclesAutomobilia/ClassicVehicles/Default.aspx


Hi Chriss,

I had noticed that one to be fair. A few friends who know I'm looking have mentioned it as well.

Thanks for taking the time to post the link.

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Re: Looking for a Delorean

Postby tourettes tony » Mon Mar 04, 2013 11:09 pm

There are only a few that I would touch tbh , Deloreans have a nasty habit of becoming a money pit if your not careful .
I think Tyson might be selling his possibly nearer the summer and I know the car very well , just get in and drive as everything has been done , forget about the states £ to $ is really bad .
Yes you could buy one in for £15k but then you need rebrush springs seat covers poss engine rebuild if its auto it won't work for long ( my opinion ) tyres , the list goes on .
Buy in the UK save the headache TT
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Re: Looking for a Delorean

Postby tourettes tony » Mon Mar 04, 2013 11:11 pm

Oh and 19-20k is about right for a good clean example :)
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Re: Looking for a Delorean

Postby savetheclocktower » Mon Mar 04, 2013 11:31 pm

Thanks guys. Really usefull advice. I have had some contact about on in the states. Out of intrest, any idea on the shipping cost from east coast?
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Re: Looking for a Delorean

Postby A Van » Mon Mar 04, 2013 11:36 pm

That auction site states ' only 11500 miles' as if its a good thing.
If your buying one my opinion is to avoid the low milers...
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Re: Looking for a Delorean

Postby tourettes tony » Mon Mar 04, 2013 11:42 pm

Roll on roll off about £1k container + £300 when it lands
All your duties on top .
I brought mine from Florida in 2004 and ended up spending 7k restoring it , so if your a sado masochistic and enjoy a challenge that might be for you ;)

And as Al says , low milers mean no anti corosion in the engine block for years and iv seen what that does :( TT
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