It's time to go.... EURO4D

Timmeh · 06-10-2005, 09:46 PM

It's with much regret that I announce EURO4D is up for sale as I require a larger vehicle, so I can tow my Escorts.

http://www.fordforums.com.au/showthr...650#post350650

I do want to emphasise that my involvement in the club will continue, I still own a couple cars in the club heh.

I love the Focus and will really miss it. It's provided so many good memories (along with all you guys in the club), and I regret the idea of not having it. But, I do need a vehicle that can tow, so I hope the car goes to a good home.

Tim

zetec · 06-10-2005, 09:55 PM

Arguably the best road driven Focus in Australia this none. Meticulously cared for, spotless in every way and cared for like a family member. Would be a very good purchase to any car lover. Sorry to see it going Tim!

LUXO_8 · 06-10-2005, 09:58 PM

tim, buy this
http://www.fordforums.com.au/showthread.php?t=23151
then do all the cool stuff you've done to yours to it....

(or use it as a parts donor to convert yours

)

im sure it wouldnt have a problem towing an esky:P

EFFalcon · 06-10-2005, 10:01 PM

brings back memories of u selling the EF.
shame to see such a sweet car go.. especially since ur the only owner!

XR6Gal · 06-10-2005, 10:06 PM

Wow Tim I didn't see this coming! What bigger car are you thinking of getting a F250 ;) hehehehe

FOCUSonTHIS · 06-10-2005, 10:56 PM

Shattered, what other words can discribe my feelings...I know who cares not a Zetec anyways....lol....joking Tim. I would've bought it, if I didn't have my Focus. Hope it goes to a good home.

zetec · 06-10-2005, 11:18 PM

It'd shame most Zetecs Adam. Not only in performance.

Danny · 06-10-2005, 11:34 PM

NIce car, Sad to see it go, but everything must end sometines, so much you did to it and now it has to go. Reminds me of the predicament I was in when I sold my EF. Good luck

Teki04 · 07-10-2005, 01:04 AM

Would a new ST pull 800kg (esky)?

I cant believe the Euro4D is going...

: ... im speechless.................

xurbanx · 07-10-2005, 03:13 AM

O_o ow; sad to hear it tim :( what car will you get?

Timmeh · 07-10-2005, 06:25 AM

Thanks for the comments guys...

At this stage, I am looking at a 3.0L Duratec V6 Escape to replace the Focus, which can both tow and have some resemblance of fuel economy when I am not. Although I am not Ford biased, I do like the Escape, and moreso the Territory, but the Tory chews the fuel too badly for my liking.

More on this soon, thanks again, will be sad to see her go.

Tim

whippet_zetec · 07-10-2005, 08:26 AM

We will have to organise a "Goodbye EUR04D Cruise" asap before you sell it Tim.

Not sure if it will happen but surely we could fit in one more cruise for the EUR04D? Any takers?

MISTA FIESTA · 07-10-2005, 08:53 AM

OMG, i am also shocked and speechless, but all good things come to an end.

It is one of the hottest focus i have ever seen, and a true member of the club (ie head of the clan).

I only hope the new owned will treat it with respect and keep it in top shape and also have lots of fun with it.

A Goodbye EUR04D Cruise sounds good but might have to be very soon.

mitch_lx · 07-10-2005, 11:14 AM

*Shattered*

07-10-2005, 03:35 PM

I recieved your pm Tim. I'm onto it but won't have an answer for you till Tuesday.

Fast Eddie · 08-10-2005, 03:47 PM

Timmeh,

What a shame mate. Are the plates going with the car also?? If there's a cruise before you sell it (and I'm not away in S.A.) I'd love to ride shot-gun at some stage.

Timmeh · 14-10-2005, 12:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fast Eddie

Timmeh,

What a shame mate. Are the plates going with the car also?? If there's a cruise before you sell it (and I'm not away in S.A.) I'd love to ride shot-gun at some stage.

Eddie - will make sure you come for a blast in her before she goes! I think the plates are part of the car, my main concern is selling the plates and then not being able to sell the car - I would want the plates if I kept the car. And if I did separate them, I'd want the plates on my RS2000 LOL.

The price is as low as it's going, $17,990, if it doesn't sell at this price, I'm keeping her, she's worth more than that anyway.

Tim

Dark Horse · 08-10-2005, 03:56 PM

I'm pretty sure the plates are going with the car. Definitely not something you had planned considering all the work done to EUR04D. All the best with the sale Tim, it's been fun cruising with Blue Flame.

Timmeh · 18-10-2005, 05:46 PM

Well it's sold... I'm not in the greatest of moods coz I just sold the best car I have ever owned.

Tim

whippet_zetec · 19-10-2005, 01:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Timmeh

Well it's sold... I'm not in the greatest of moods coz I just sold the best car I have ever owned.

Tim

Congrats on the sale there TIm, at least you cn take away the thought that you didnt have to try and sell it for 6 months.

Good luck with the next purchase

GlennBA · 18-10-2005, 06:44 PM

thats the nicest example of that model focus i have seen timmeh. Good luck with the sale, i hope it goes to a good home

Dark Horse · 19-10-2005, 12:55 PM

Well congratulations or commiserations Tim, whichever way you're prepared to look at it. Onwards and upwards, mate.

Timmeh · 19-10-2005, 06:30 PM

Thanks guys, end of an era. But onto a more suitable vehicle for my needs now, it's time to find the Eurofordclub Recovery Vehicle (tm) !!

Timmeh

Teki04 · 19-10-2005, 06:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Timmeh

it's time to find the Eurofordclub Recovery Vehicle (tm)

What might that be?

Timmeh · 23-10-2005, 11:16 AM

Sept 2004 red automatic BA XR6 with a 2300kg towpack, apparently!

Teki04 · 23-10-2005, 04:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Timmeh

Sept 2004 red automatic BA XR6 with a 2300kg towpack, apparently!

Hmmm.... my Euroford Recovery Vehicle (tm) will always be a hatch.... hell, bring on the Fiesta ST (XR4?) and XR5T! I guess for you though, the towing being the MAIN issue, its what you needed. Good luck with it all! Those seats look VERY comfy.... im sure it will hold you better then the Focus.

Sad to see it gone though! :(

Oh well... Maybe when you get more $$$ you can get a NEW euro4d focus in the new blue.... and make a lookalike!

parawolf · 23-10-2005, 11:33 AM

but I thought you didn't want a falcon again?

Timmeh · 23-10-2005, 12:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by parawolf

but I thought you didn't want a falcon again?

You're right, I didn't. The reason being I have never owned a Falcon that hasn't done a head gasket, or been towed before, including our 2003 BA XR6.

I have always loved the BA's styling tho, and there was no other vehicle on the market that I could buy an immaculate one year old with all the toys that would tow 2300kg as easily and safely for 23 grand.

I tested it extensively, inspected it from head to toe, did everything I could to ensure it was problem free. The photos below are from the dealers website, hence the extremely low quality, both in colour and contrast. The car's a nice deep red, the interior is black (not grey like it seems in the photo).

So let's see if this Falcon can bury the demons of Falcons past.

Tim

Cobra · 23-10-2005, 03:05 PM

Good luck with the new BA Tim. I know the dramas you and your old folks have had with Falcons, especially BAs. I also know how much you loved Euro4d, especially after riding shotgun in it. Best of luck mate.

parawolf · 23-10-2005, 03:07 PM

Man - if mine was an auto it would have been a good buy for you