Looking to buy

[Jminkley]

Hi all.
I'm looking to buy a 197. I'm 19 and I currently own twingo 133 (and have been a member over on twingo133.net) which is a great car and handles like its on rails, but it's not the most practical and I want a bit more power.
I was just wondering what are the main things to look out for and how to spot them. I've looked at a few and test drove one and other than the one I test drove, weren't what I was looking for.
look forward to being part of this community and hope to meet a few of you when the weather get a bit better.
thanks,
James.

 

[chris mcm]

Best bet is to pay the £5 to become a member so you can view the for sale section on here. Plenty of fine well looked after examples owned by enthusiasts on there right now.

 

[Jimmy]

Hi James, welcome to the forum

If you haven't already, have a read through the Buyers' Guide in the New Members section. This covers all the things you should consider when looking to buy a 197.

If you have any specific queries then we will be happy to help

 

[Chris]

Welcome along!

my mate had a 133 Gordini and they are great little cars! Really surprised me!

as above the buyers guide is a good place to start and anything else inparticular don't be afraid to ask!

 

[nutnutwelshman]

Welcome to the Family as said have a look at the buyers guide good luck

 

[Jminkley]

Welcome along!

my mate had a 133 Gordini and they are great little cars! Really surprised me!

as above the buyers guide is a good place to start and anything else inparticular don't be afraid to ask!

ive just had a read through the buyers guide. Definitely some good points I'll keep in mind.
and yes they are the reason I'm getting rid is I want something a bit more practical. Still enjoys going on a blast around the Peak District

 

[Pav]

:welcome:
and as above..Buyers guide..

 

[Jminkley]

:welcome:
and as above..Buyers guide..

Read through your progress thread last night. Very impressed

 

[Pav]

Read through your progress thread last night. Very impressed

thank you..so you were not falling asleep
she has come a long way..still in progress..

 

[Jminkley]

thank you..so you were not falling asleep
she has come a long way..still in progress..

It was about 4 in the morning but no I wasn't. Some very nice mods not too over the top

 

[///M]

Good luck! Buyers guide helped us no end when we were looking. Make a checklist that you can keep on your phone so you don't miss anything when checking a car out.

 

[Jminkley]

test drove this one. It's got plenty of extras and decent mileage.thought i wanted a red one but this has changed my mind. Oh and the license plate isn't bad either.

 

[Pav]

looks like a ff..same as mine..belts done??decent brakes and tyres??

 

[Chris]

Very sexy looking car

 

[DS197]

Looks great! What do you think of the sunroof on it? I absolutely love mine and it makes the inside feel a lot bigger and less cramped.

 

[Jminkley]

Looks great! What do you think of the sunroof on it? I absolutely love mine and it makes the inside feel a lot bigger and less cramped.

it'll be nice in the summer never had a car with one on so would be nice.
and yes belts done new brakes 3 months ago but the front discs are warped but the dealer has a new pair ready to put on.

 

[Jminkley]

This is my current car. Loved every minute of it

 

[Jminkley]

No longer looking to buy.... just gone and put a deposit down on the blue clio. Do want to modify a bit in the future. What would lowering springs are recommended and also wheel spacers that bolt onto the hub. Don't want the ones where you need extended bolts.

 

[montana]

Nice choice , are you selling the twingo private or part ex ?

 

[Jminkley]

Nice choice , are you selling the twingo private or part ex ?

Part exchanged it. Picking it up next Wednesday. Can't wait! [emoji2]