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MatBrown
05-08-2009, 23:36
I'm after a Williams 1 in good condition that has not had a load of paint.
Mileage isn't an issue as long as the history/reciepts show that it has been looked after.
I am VERY fussy but have cash waiting for the right example.
Mat.
talkingfish
06-08-2009, 15:16
what's wrong with a painted example?
LOL!
Who stickied this?
Blatant miss-use of power.
MatBrown
06-08-2009, 18:10
how much cash??
Yeah how much mate?
Cash is dependant on example.
Mat.
MatBrown
06-08-2009, 18:11
what's wrong with a painted example?
I have an original williams 2 and will only get rid of it if i can find a similar williams 1.
Mat.
MatBrown
06-08-2009, 18:11
LOL!
Who stickied this?
Blatant miss-use of power.
Indeed! :wink:
Mat.
what's wrong with a painted example?
cos u dont know how much is shit under the fresh paint..for a few months after purchase anyway.
newly painted cars are generally shitters underneath in my experience.
talkingfish
06-08-2009, 21:20
what's wrong with a painted example?
cos u dont know how much is s**t under the fresh paint..for a few months after purchase anyway.
newly painted cars are generally shitters underneath in my experience.
have you seen mine????
MatBrown
07-08-2009, 00:16
I think he's more referring to cars that have been done up to sell, with cheap repairs. Not cars that are restored for personal pleasure.
Mat.
coop's shell ? im although its not in good condition ;) could be a nice project for you matt
MatBrown
07-08-2009, 18:09
Don't really want any rust.
Mat.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1994-CLIO-WILLIAMS-ONE-LIMITED-EDITION-WITH-LOW-MILEAGE_W0QQitemZ380149236504QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAu tomobiles_UK?hash=item5882a90318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
rust adds character :P :lol:
MatBrown
17-08-2009, 16:24
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1994-CLIO-WILLIAMS-ONE-LIMITED-EDITION-WITH-LOW-MILEAGE_W0QQitemZ380149236504QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAu tomobiles_UK?hash=item5882a90318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Seen it but this puts me off.
The exterior requires minimal attention to the NSF door and wheel arch and being 15 years of age and Scottish weather would benefit from a re-spray. We have been quoted around £1500 from a competent bodyshop. Williams stickers etc. are all available from Renault.
Mat.
yes i saw that but with the mileage being very low its worth a look.
i know of a gen ren new shell, but i doubt the guy would sell, was bought as a spare direct from renault and been garaged ever since, never used
MatBrown
17-08-2009, 17:26
i know of a gen ren new shell, but i doubt the guy would sell, was bought as a spare direct from renault and been garaged ever since, never used
So the reason for your post was...?
Mat.
MatBrown
17-08-2009, 17:27
yes i saw that but with the mileage being very low its worth a look.
Mileage isn't all that to me.
Just means the engine is clogged up with sludge.
Mat.
so a rust free willy 1 on 120k advertised at £4000 wouldnt be a issue ?
MatBrown
17-08-2009, 17:36
Nope, if it was fully serviced and all original paint.
Mat.
so a rust free willy 1 on 120k advertised at £4000 with original paint, fully service. (original paint is worn and chipped)
MatBrown
17-08-2009, 17:40
Yep, Obviously theres still the haggling to go through.
Mat.
Mmm interesting, for me i dont mind a bit of paint if i know the history.
Lower mileage the better for me.
with that new shell if you built it up 80% new parts you could register it brand new, 09 reg williams anyone?
i was posting as i thought you may be interested, i wouldnt be able to get him to sell as i dont have the financial clout or willingness to pay as i would guess he would want a bit for it
the idea was to give you a heads up and see if you are interested in a bare shell unpainted or not, if you had expressed interest then i could of researched further, got you contact details etc
that was the point of my post
Mmm interesting, for me i dont mind a bit of paint if i know the history.
Lower mileage the better for me.
like iv told u all along. milegae is nowt. bodywork is where its at.untouched examples being the better buy.
MatBrown
17-08-2009, 18:10
i was posting as i thought you may be interested, i wouldnt be able to get him to sell as i dont have the financial clout or willingness to pay as i would guess he would want a bit for it
the idea was to give you a heads up and see if you are interested in a bare shell unpainted or not, if you had expressed interest then i could of researched further, got you contact details etc
that was the point of my post
Sorry mate, i missed out the :P in my post. Wasn't being arsey.
But it's not really the route i want to go down, thanks anyway.
Mat.
MatBrown
17-08-2009, 18:11
Mmm interesting, for me i dont mind a bit of paint if i know the history.
Lower mileage the better for me.
like iv told u all along. milegae is nowt. bodywork is where its at.untouched examples being the better buy.
Knowsit!
Mat.
talkingfish
31-08-2009, 12:55
Mmm interesting, for me i dont mind a bit of paint if i know the history.
Lower mileage the better for me.
like iv told u all along. milegae is nowt. bodywork is where its at.untouched examples being the better buy.
so what would you rather have.... orginal paint with all orginal bits bearing in mind the thing is 16 years old or a full restore project that has had thousands spent on it..
option 1 evry time. £000s spent doesnt mean the works good......
MatBrown
31-08-2009, 19:05
Mmm interesting, for me i dont mind a bit of paint if i know the history.
Lower mileage the better for me.
like iv told u all along. milegae is nowt. bodywork is where its at.untouched examples being the better buy.
so what would you rather have.... orginal paint with all orginal bits bearing in mind the thing is 16 years old or a full restore project that has had thousands spent on it..
I have all the parts ready to go on.
http://www.dazjw.eclipse.co.uk/mat/060704/DSC00372.JPG
Mat.
talkingfish
31-08-2009, 21:56
option 1 evry time. £000s spent doesnt mean the works good......
looks like we are always going to differ regarding our cars then my friend....
option 1 evry time. £000s spent doesnt mean the works good......
looks like we are always going to differ regarding our cars then my friend....
aye maybe mate. id just rather buy an untouched version as then you know EXACTLY what your getting. fresh paint could be covering up a multitude of sins. the condition would be reflected in the price, a good cond 1 will bring the higher price obv. but how pissed off would you be if you had to then start paying out for more arch work in a couple years??
I think it is getting to the point where getting a mint untouched (by paint) Williams 1 is a luxury you do not have.
I don't mind buying one with sprayed arches. Sure you may need them doing at some point in the future but whatever happens, painted or not this is most likley to be the conclusion.
katbloke
05-11-2009, 11:51
Mmm interesting, for me i dont mind a bit of paint if i know the history.
Lower mileage the better for me.
like iv told u all along. milegae is nowt. bodywork is where its at.untouched examples being the better buy.
so what would you rather have.... orginal paint with all orginal bits bearing in mind the thing is 16 years old or a full restore project that has had thousands spent on it..
I have all the parts ready to go on.
http://www.dazjw.eclipse.co.uk/mat/060704/DSC00372.JPG
Mat.
Still my favourite pic on the net, well runs a close second to anything with jenna jameson on but hey ho
I have all the parts ready to go on.
http://www.dazjw.eclipse.co.uk/mat/060704/DSC00372.JPG
Mat.[/quote]
Still my favourite pic on the net, well runs a close second to anything with jenna jameson on but hey ho[/quote]
:P :lol:
MatBrown
05-11-2009, 15:22
It's starting to get a bit awkward when watching TV now, especially if we have guests round, someone ends up sitting on the floor!
Mat.
katbloke
05-11-2009, 18:46
yeh cushions look a bit lumpy, bet by now your mrs has had to paint the walls grey and have scatter cushions in yellow accents
yeh cushions look a bit lumpy, bet by now your mrs has had to paint the walls grey and have scatter cushions in yellow accents
Its not got that bad!!!
But she did have to have a Renault Part number stamped on her back to be able to sit on that couch :lol:
MatBrown
27-06-2011, 18:20
yeh cushions look a bit lumpy, bet by now your mrs has had to paint the walls grey and have scatter cushions in yellow accents
Its not got that bad!!!
But she did have to have a Renault Part number stamped on her back to be able to sit on that couch :lol:
I can't bloody afford her now let alone if she had a renault part number!!! :shock:
^ lol mat
Mate its coming up to your 2 year anniversary for the search! have you bought a cake yet?
Dan
MatBrown
20-07-2011, 22:48
I've been looking a lot longer than 2 years, that's just when i put the post up on here!
in one month it will be 3 how are you gertting on?
MatBrown
01-07-2012, 09:22
No great rush.
Craigie-B
07-01-2013, 20:34
this any good to you?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/WILLIAMS-CLIO-1-16V-2-0L-NO-49-RENAULT-/230896129567?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item35c27b561f
MatBrown
21-06-2014, 23:18
Still looking.
Still looking.what condition does the car have to be in for you to buy it?
MatBrown
22-06-2014, 14:10
Completely original with no body repairs or rust and FSH.
Low miles and owners too.
Williams 5
28-08-2015, 19:23
I have just acquired a Williams 1 no 5 in a garage find low milage.
ianbirch
29-08-2015, 19:21
I have just acquired a Williams 1 no 5 in a garage find low milage.
See this...
http://williamsclio.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?41702-0005
Regards Ian
Did the OP ever find a car ? I wonder if I will be the same ! Some compromise needed maybe ???
katbloke
28-09-2016, 20:19
oh dear rumbled, mat would have sussed that out though
See this...
http://williamsclio.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?41702-0005
Regards Ian
16v_paddy
28-09-2016, 22:40
Did the OP ever find a car ? I wonder if I will be the same ! Some compromise needed maybe ???
No but I bet he hasn't stopped looking though :lol:
never stop looking guys :winkey:
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