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02-07-2012, 06:24 PM | #1 | ||
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Hey guys,
Just letting some of you regulars know my time in the AU fold is limited now. For those who don't already know, I've just bought a Subaru Liberty GT as a company lease car and now moving the AU on. Priorities change, and if I had the room I would keep it, but I don't so the car and all the parts for it have gotta go. Check out the ad for it in the for sale section. I prefer to sell it to someone on these forums who I know would appreciate it for what it is. It's been an excellent car and definitely the most reliable falcon I have owned and I have owned quite a few falcons in my time. This isn't goodbye, but it will mean my contributions will become less which I am sure some of you will enjoy...lol.
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02-07-2012, 07:04 PM | #2 | |||
Next upgraded Mk1 Leopard
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02-07-2012, 07:24 PM | #3 | ||
Stroking it...
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Good luck with the sale mate, it really is priced to sell..
I had contemplated buying this for my missus, but seeing as I'll be on the road traveling I decided against it as she's not really mechanically minded enough to make any repairs should the need arise..
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02-07-2012, 07:54 PM | #4 | ||
not here much anymore
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Mine just went on carsales tonight too, I am going to need a more 'work' orientated vehicle soon so unfortunately the AU has to go.
Good luck with selling it.
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02-07-2012, 08:47 PM | #5 | ||
Critical Thinker
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Cheers for the well wishes guys.
As far as the car being high maintenance its not. servicing and up keep is no different to if it were aspirated.
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02-07-2012, 10:14 PM | #6 | ||
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In 2000 I had a AUII before the company upgraded me. It was a great car. I thought that was going to be it, in terms of owning an AU.
The BA they gave me next was a Monday car. Never had so many problems with a car.....Anyway changed jobs, 2 kids later and I find myself back to owning an AU. You never know where life is going to take you. Well, in my case I did, cause when I changed jobs I ended up with a 4 cylinder camry after the BA. Least you have a Subaru Lib - a great car - makes separation from the AU easier. Enjoy!! |
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03-07-2012, 07:05 AM | #7 | |||
Stroking it...
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02-07-2012, 11:14 PM | #8 | ||
Critical Thinker
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Thanks for your experience mate. I've had one other lib before and it was actually the most reliable car ever owned. was fantastic. that was an n/a version. this one had boost so less likely to sell due to it being underpowered. plus resale at the end of the lease is a big factor.
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03-07-2012, 06:40 AM | #9 | ||||
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To quote Marty McFly "Some day Jennifer, some day!" GK
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03-07-2012, 09:27 AM | #10 | ||
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good luck with the 'berty
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03-07-2012, 10:47 AM | #11 | ||
Au Falcon = Mr Reliable
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Good luck blueoval, i will miss your informed advice dont go too far away mate.
cheers,Maka
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03-07-2012, 11:42 AM | #12 | ||
Critical Thinker
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Thanks guys. I won't go MIA, I like the forums and chatting with you blokes too much but my contributions will be lessened a bit.
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04-07-2012, 08:47 AM | #13 | ||
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Sorry to hear that you are moving away from the AU Shav. Good luck and enjoy your new ride.
Don't be a stranger. Stu
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04-07-2012, 11:54 AM | #14 | ||
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Thanks Stu. Again I wont be gone, just limiting my time.
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04-07-2012, 05:25 PM | #15 | ||
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Pathetic effort Shav
I've still got mine parked out in the yard. Only gets a run every week or so but is very handy when family visits from out of town. Can't you find some excuse to hang on to it?
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04-07-2012, 05:54 PM | #16 | ||
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Ive tried ron. I'm in no rush to flog it off quick, but at the same time it would be a shame to see it sit on the front lawn exposed to the elements. That would be the only place to keep it. I just have no room. Otherwise I would hang on to it tooth and nail.
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04-07-2012, 05:55 PM | #17 | ||
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6k aint much
would rather keep it and find some way to let it rot in the backyard for that coin definetely hang onto it, until you find more coin in the future to do all the things you planned on. My wife has an '08 Liberty (n/a) and i thought it was fantastic, but the novelty wore off real quick when i realized how much i loved jumping into the AU, especially for family trips |
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04-07-2012, 06:01 PM | #18 | ||
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That's a far point. Again, I would prefer to keep it if I could give it a good place to rest. The mrs wouldn't be happy but I'm not prepared to sell it for a insane price. 6k is my bottom dollar limit, and I will wait for the right enthusiast to buy it (with all the extra parts inc.) at that price.
Will just have to be patient I guess.
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04-07-2012, 06:09 PM | #19 | ||
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Wheres the pics of the new car or have i missed em
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04-07-2012, 06:11 PM | #20 | ||
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Haven't got it yet. The stupid bank has been dragging its feet in getting the funds to the dealer. So hoping its in the next day or 2 as it needs to register on the dealers account as paid. Then they need a day to detail the car before they hand over the keys.
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"the greatest trick the devil pulled, is convincing the world he doesn't exist" 2022 Mazda CX5 GTSP Turbo 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Highlander 1967 XR FALCON 500 Cars previously owned: 2021 Subaru Outback Sport 2018 Subaru XV-S 2012 Subaru Forester X 2007 Subaru Liberty GT 2001 AU2 75th Anniversary Futura 2001 Subaru GX wagon 1991 EB XR8 1977 XC Fairmont 1990 EA S Pak 1984 XE S Pak 1982 ZJ Fairlane 1983 XE Fairmont 1989 EA Falcon 1984 Datsun Bluebird Wagon 1975 Honda Civic |
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04-07-2012, 09:35 PM | #21 | ||
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it will be a shame to see you goin Shav, enjoy the new limo, but you can always steer the cursor into the au section ;).
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05-07-2012, 10:12 AM | #22 | ||
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Thanks mik.
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05-07-2012, 10:50 AM | #23 | ||
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Just got word from the car yard. Finance has been put into the account, car will be ready this afternoon for pick up.
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05-07-2012, 02:34 PM | #24 | ||
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pics of the new limo ?
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05-07-2012, 02:43 PM | #25 | ||
Critical Thinker
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when I get out of work, I'll go pick it up. Just got to finish some stuff off and Im done.
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05-07-2012, 08:32 PM | #26 | ||
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Wooooooooo Subaru/ JDM.
keen as for when i get a WRX and we hit the hills man. Jap is so much better! i also found rexnet took up my time a lot when i had a WRX. its a sweet resource. you should register. |
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06-07-2012, 10:47 AM | #27 | ||
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My car isn't a wrx Daymow. :-P
I have registered with the asn.liberty forums which I think is more appropriate and they have been more than helpful for a noob like me. Uploading pics of the interior or the falcon now.
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06-07-2012, 10:55 AM | #28 | ||
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ive found with subie forums, they know a hellova lot less about their cars than we know about ours, which makes it frustrating when needing advice on small repairs
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06-07-2012, 11:01 AM | #29 | |||
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