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30-04-2006, 09:09 PM
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My New Car
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Im new to the Forum and my name is Tim im 17y.o from Victoria ok so ive been looking for a V8 for the past month so i finally found something in my price range the i couldnt go wrong with it has: 1996 5 speed manual dual fuel 130,000 kms the heavest clutch i have ever driven i think its a coushied brass button something coz it is so friggin hard to get in i have to stomp it pacemaker tri Y headers 2.5 inch exhaust system with a chrome dump tip power window etc no sunroof but you cant have it all alloy wheels lowered and other stuff i cant remember. YES its a ford xr8 and it was a bargin no i didnt pay what it says on the windscreen ehither very very sideways happy and thats all i wanted so tell me what you think btw im 17y.o and this is my 3rd car |
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30-04-2006, 09:16 PM
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It all counts
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nice EF. Should go well being a 5spd. looks clean. 17 and 3 cars, i hope they were crud and not due to poor driving.
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30-04-2006, 09:16 PM
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OLD SKOOL BABY
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Welcome
 : : to the Ford Forums BlueXr8 and may you have great time too, nice ride you have got yourelf for a 17 y.o, so who drives it or are you waiting till you get youre license?.Mick
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30-04-2006, 09:16 PM
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Formerly Black EX-R6
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Welcome to the forum Tim. Nice car. My first Ford was an EF xr6. Wish I didnt sell it now.
Just a Q. Being 17 you would be on your P's or L's I guess. Isnt there power to weight restrictions on cars for L or P platers in vic? Is this car ok?
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30-04-2006, 09:22 PM
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as for weather anyone will insure it in his name...well thats another thing.. |
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30-04-2006, 09:18 PM
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Oh my thats a bloody bargin even if you did pay 10.5 for an XR8 with dual fuel and low k's....Nice car mate.
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30-04-2006, 09:21 PM
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yes its leagal and no i just got over all my other cars sick a turbos cars and i paid 9.5 all on road costs and i drive it only 5 months till im 18
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30-04-2006, 09:24 PM
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""It's not the ideal way to win, but we got here, so yeah baby," said Kelly." Stinking, mongrel, dog. |
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30-04-2006, 09:23 PM
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Formerly Black EX-R6
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Nah, im sure they will. Its just a matter of money really.
I reckon give aami or that pesnioner joint a call just for a laugh.
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""It's not the ideal way to win, but we got here, so yeah baby," said Kelly." Stinking, mongrel, dog. |
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30-04-2006, 09:25 PM
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RACV maybe - but theres the whole XR8 stigma which automatically means its a v8 supercar i'd be trying either justcar / shannons |
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30-04-2006, 09:33 PM
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30-04-2006, 09:37 PM
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Peter Car
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Just try RACV, they always insured my V8's when I was on my P's. Never charged the earth either.
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30-04-2006, 09:28 PM
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Nice XR8 there.....making me a bit jealous! Welcome to the forums
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30-04-2006, 09:55 PM
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XB in parts...
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This can cause difficulty with changing gears and make the car feel like you're not engaging the clutch. Just something to look out for. I have a heavy duty clutch in mine and whilst it is heavy, it's something you get used to pretty quick.
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30-04-2006, 10:16 PM
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V8 Powaah
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Manual, V8, LPG, XR8 im jealous and only 130,000k, thats a bargain.
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30-04-2006, 10:35 PM
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I would hate to know what your insurance is.
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30-04-2006, 10:48 PM
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nice car there mate. good to see another nice clean e-series on the road. welcome mate!
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01-05-2006, 12:37 PM
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I went with RACV when I had an old BMW when I was under 25 **Ringo thinks wistfully back to his pre 25 year old days...
They charged me a small fortune but it worth it for peace of mind and the pleasure that car gave me.... Hey BlueXR8 ! - Don't add to the statistics, Lease that to Commydore drivers. Drive smart and safe and go to a track to put the car through its paces. You will see things posted about drive days at tracks on FF pretty regularly. PS I'm jealous.....my first car was a Laser (the amazer!) |
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01-05-2006, 12:56 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
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Yes .. very nice EF. Personally I love the "grille-less" look of the EF's .. about the most handsome E-series. V8, manual, LPG .. yes, very nice!!
BTW: My FIRST car was a '61 Studebaker Lark .. the EF is MUCH (much!) better looking!! Rod. |
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01-05-2006, 01:08 PM
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Nice mate im also 17 and have had 3 cars, all sold in better condition then when i got them no smashes for me...
great pick up! |
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01-05-2006, 01:13 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
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mate nice car, great buy. ive got a V8 and im insured with RACV, there pretty good, just have it in ur parents name, and have u as a second driver.
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01-05-2006, 05:20 PM
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Very nice car dude, im sure you'll love it!!
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01-05-2006, 06:04 PM
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awesome buy, love ef/el xr's. i was after one aswell but decided to hang onto the EB for just a lil bit longer. |
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01-05-2006, 06:50 PM
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01-05-2006, 11:27 PM
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Rocket Fuel Anyone?
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Awesome car mate, manual V8's are heaps of fun.
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01-05-2006, 11:38 PM
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Great EF XR8
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Melbourne
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Nice pick up mate, personally don't like LPG unless its dedicated, but either way its a nice pick up. I have an EF XR8 manual of my own i just got for 10k which has 150,000. But i paid a bit more because it was previously owned from new by my uncle. Enjoy, they are a sweet ride, even if the insurance is high, just don't kill yourself.
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