Thanks for the feedback so far everyone
Haven't done one of those online/phone HPI checks yet but my mate (works at a garage) did a quick search through the database they have access to and it came up clean.
The bad points mentioned by Steve are all things that I need to consider, but they aren't deal-breakers for me (largely because I've got more time to spend making it nice than I have money to buy a nicer one):
- Mileage: not great but as long as nothing is about to fall apart I'm not too bothered.
- Cup packs: would be nice but I'll probably end up putting a decent set of shocks + springs on there in the mid/long run.
- Steering wheel: I expect most of them will be pretty shagged but it's not too much to replace the grips or possibly even the wheel if I'm feeling adventurous.
- Engine bay: Granted, it's a mess, but I'd probably rather it require some cleaning and attention than have been messed around by some chav with no clue.
- Tax: that's just annoying
- Mats: I've got the kit to shampoo the carpets + upholstery then I can put my own mats in.
- Driver's bolster: I'm happy to compromise on this, the bolster on my interior is worn but I'm used to it (Ph2 172 interior in my Ph1 1.2).
- Stereo: Unforgivable... I've got a spare to drop in though.
I have been looking at what's around for that price to see if there are any 172's that are dramatically better condition but I couldn't see anything on eBay/PH that stole my heart :rasp:
I've not committed to anything just yet, got to see it first. I know it's not a perfect example of a 182 from the pics but as long as it checks out in the flesh it seems like it's worth the compromise for that price.
Also, I did the search on here and noticed it was spotted 2 years ago but I've still got no idea who owned it!
