Car (or bike) Chat!

took car for a run.. had air con on cold and the breeze was lovely. did 25 miles across various rd types inc motorway. got 63mpg too. pretty decent for a biggish car

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Originally Posted by struth

I want to go... NOW!!:D enjoy both..

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Lol, just back! Yeah, pretty much... She was stamping her feet on the floor and saying 'WANNA go NOWwww!!':wah:

:D:eyebrows:

Marco

P.S I'll get to that other post later.

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Originally Posted by struth

looks a bit like the one in town i go to, but a bit better.. our Steins in bathgate has a deli and cafe etc. its a good shop

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https://www.davidsteinbutchers.org/

Princess has spied the Afternoon Tea deal, and says you can get her that when she comes up!:D;)

Marco.

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Originally Posted by rmcin626

Yes its a very good butcher, which has grown in the last few years, Ive not tried any of their wines yet, I normally drink red and happy to try anything, normally would average £10 per bottle but have a birthday coming up so I have an excuse to splash out. The wife only really drinks Pinot Grigio or. Sav. Blanc.

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Ok mate, noted. I'll have a wee swah-tch later!:)

Marco.

A question related to cars if I may.
It is time to replace the E46 Touring. Mrs H wants a car with a bigger boot, and preferably a Hybrid, so I have come up with a shortlist of two.
Passat GTe
Toymotor Corolla Sports Tourer (2 litre version).

Anybody have experience of these?

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Originally Posted by Marco

Not sure what you mean, I answered that perfectly clearly.

Marco.

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Here it is again :D I say something, you don't get it, therefore I'm not being clear. You say something, i don't get it, so I must be thick or something. It's something I used to get a lot from my brother, so it must be me...

It became clear to me a while ago: You prefer the 'human touch', and are critical of those who opt for automated transactions, blaming the decline of small and family run businesses on this, as they are aiding the onward march of what you call the "plastic world", as opposed to the real world folk out in the sticks inhabit. Us plastic world inhabitants use automation selectively, according to what best fits our lifestyle. As do you.

So to echo your previous question: What are we arguing about? The answer: a load of pish! It's what we do best! But I'm really not bothered, because next Monday we get our NEW CAR! :) I hope mentioning that on a Car/bike thread doesn't derail the important stuff we're discussing :ner:

And as for my tardiness in replying to your post: I had an early night, then up early for work. And just got in 30 minutes ago. If I'd known you were waiting I'd have taken my laptop to work with me :D

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Originally Posted by struth

Staff is a big overhead. The are you being served days are gone except in smaller establishments who add a levy for it.
Most younger folk would panic and feel pushed if they had that I think.
The old tailor asking what side you dress would likely get you a slap nowadays alas.
Such is modernism

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Little snowflakes. I dress to the right, and I don't care who knows it! Also my first piss of the day always comes with a giant fart. Right, it's out there now :)

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Originally Posted by CageyH

A question related to cars if I may.
It is time to replace the E46 Touring. Mrs H wants a car with a bigger boot, and preferably a Hybrid, so I have come up with a shortlist of two.
Passat GTe
Toymotor Corolla Sports Tourer (2 litre version).

Anybody have experience of these?

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Toyota/Lexus have been doing hybrids since the dawn of time, and will have learned a thing or two. That's where my money would go.

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Originally Posted by Pigmy Pony

Here it is again :D I say something, you don't get it, therefore I'm not being clear. You say something, i don't get it, so I must be thick or something. It's something I used to get a lot from my brother, so it must be me...

It became clear to me a while ago: You prefer the 'human touch', and are critical of those who opt for automated transactions, blaming the decline of small and family run businesses on this, as they are aiding the onward march of what you call the "plastic world", as opposed to the real world folk out in the sticks inhabit. Us plastic world inhabitants use automation selectively, according to what best fits our lifestyle. As do you.

So to echo your previous question: What are we arguing about? The answer: a load of pish! It's what we do best! But I'm really not bothered, because next Monday we get our NEW CAR! :) I hope mentioning that on a Car/bike thread doesn't derail the important stuff we're discussing :ner:

And as for my tardiness in replying to your post: I had an early night, then up early for work. And just got in 30 minutes ago. If I'd known you were waiting I'd have taken my laptop to work with me :D

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Lol....:D

Anyway, what car are you getting, and MOST importantly, have you ensured that the driver's seat has adequate protection for the ARSE of yours?:wowzer::eyebrows:

Marco.

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Originally Posted by Marco

Lol....:D

Anyway, what car are you getting, and MOST importantly, have you ensured that the driver's seat has adequate protection for the ARSE of yours?:wowzer::eyebrows:

Marco.

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Black Volvo S60 D4 R-Design. With 37k miles, it looks and feels like a new 'un :) Sits slightly lower than the lesser-spec models and with bigger alloys. looks quite cool imo. Only 190bhp so not exactly a beast, but plenty quick enough for us old farts.

Speaking of which, the heated leather seats should help shift the aroma around, so our passengers can share the benefits of my morning trumps :) Automatic too, so should be a blessing for Anita's diagnosed dodgy left foot.

The dealership has some very nice cars for sale, and their standards/attention to detail are really impressive. I'll post a link to their website if I can, but it might take a while, you know what I'm like :)