Back again: looking for a 172 ph1

[mag1caltrev0r]

Hi guys, back again!
I've been lurking in the shadows for a while as I was going to buy a 172 but had to postpone.
I'm back on the market for one but prices seem a little bit more buoyant than before.
Anyway, if anyones seen any 172 ph1s that would be suitable for converting to a road legal track day. It'll also be used for the odd commute (a couple of miles).

Ideally I'd like something mechanically sound but I don't mind doing some work to it.

Cheers again for your help

 

[mag1caltrev0r]

Would anybody like to comment on this car?
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1455786.htm

Seems to fit what I need? When it says 'tappety' is this likely to be something that can be fixed for <£500. What do you think?

Cheers

 

[mag1caltrev0r]

Anyone? I'm looking to buy this but if it's about the die permanently then I'll steer well clear.

 

[mr bognor]

tappety engine does not sound good to me not at that price

 

[Beef-Mc]

Tappety engine could be anything, although I wouldn't want to spend money on it tbh.

 

[mr bognor]

How much are you looking to spend ?

 

[mr bognor]

If you dont mind me asking

 

[Poopensharten]

Would anybody like to comment on this car?
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1455786.htm

Seems to fit what I need? When it says 'tappety' is this likely to be something that can be fixed for <£500. What do you think?

Cheers

I really wouldnt, it could be the start of somthing majorly serious.

Buy a mint one thats been cherished, dont let miles put you off, they get better with more, however, maintenance is an absolute must.

If hes admitting to the engine tapping, what else could be wrong?

 

[mag1caltrev0r]

Thanks guys, much appreciated. It's one of those times when it could be the bargain of the century or horrendously expensive.

I'd like to spend around £1500 quid, I'm not fussed if the interior is tatty, I'm also not bothered if there are things that need replacing like suspension, brakes, etc as they will all be replaced soon anyway.

Thanks again

 

[Poopensharten]

How far are you willing to travel?

 

[mag1caltrev0r]

Not out of the country if I can help it

If it's good one then I can travel a few hundred miles... got a suggestion?

 

[mag1caltrev0r]

I live in Bristol btw and have family in Cumbria so travel isn't too inconvenient... so long as the car I buy can make it home again!

 

[Fluxuk05]

Spend £500 more, it'll save you money in the long run as you won't get a rust bucket

 

[mag1caltrev0r]

Spend £500 more, it'll save you money in the long run as you won't get a rust bucket

Than my £1500 budget? I could do I suppose but for the right car... it would have to be right to justify spending extra, like a few tasteful mods (that I would have done anyway).

I don't mind people bringing their adverts to my attention, either here or via PM.

Cheers

 

[Poopensharten]

£2000 might secure this >

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1449120.htm

This one, im thinking about myself, i reckon £1800 and its yours >

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1448282.htm

This ones been for sale for a good while, looks honest, again go in cheap and see whats what >

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1384024.htm

This one, although shat looking needs another £500 to put right (if the service history is apparent) >

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1443409.htm

 

[mag1caltrev0r]

Very much appreciated Danny, cheers!

Fear not, the Exclusive is not for me so I won't be trying to gazump you on that one.

 

[Poopensharten]

Go for it mate, aye its a marmite colour but trust me, O*Z f1's look superb on them

If you know where to look, you will find one you really want.

Also, if its a few miles out of reach it might be worth while to ask a member local to it to check it out, the opinion of someone not buying its bound to be an honest one!