Cool Thing

NickReilly063 · Aug 21, 2025

I know 10000 miles is a lot when you are talking about the best classic investments - but I really don't get the massive differance in these two cars -

I spoke to the Chap a few weeks ago about it and it can be bought for £9000 but what put me of was it needed it's passenger rear quarter painting due to some slight bubbling - I even have a picture that I'll add below.

This has got to be a car to park up that will increase in value over the years.

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202505222706736?sort=price-desc&searchId=3f0f4393-b3ab-41dc-8a0a-0c4045798d9c&make=MINI&maximum-mileage=25000&model=&page=1&postcode=WF4%204WA&year-to=2006&advertising-location=at_cars&fromsra&backLinkQueryParams=channel%3Dcars%26latLong%3D%26make%3DMINI%26maximum-mileage%3D25000%26model%3D%26postcode%3DWF4%25204WA%26sort%3Dprice-desc%26year-to%3D2006%26flrfc%3D1

Titan · Aug 21, 2025

NickReilly063 said:
Another few here Francis that have also been sold recently - the Mini is outrageous at that money however that's what makes the world go around.

Lot 656 - 1984 VAUXHALL ASTRA GTE

Lot 656 - 1984 VAUXHALL ASTRA GTE

www.mathewsons.co.uk

2002 MINI R53 Cooper S For Sale By Auction

Documented 2,544 miles from new1 former registered keeper until 2025Stored in a dry garage for approximately 17 yearsCurrent MOT valid un...

www.carandclassic.com

Lot 617 - 2009 ABARTH 500 (FERRARI DEALER EDITION)

Lot 617 - 2009 ABARTH 500 (FERRARI DEALER EDITION)

www.mathewsons.co.uk

Thanks for those Nick.

Bloody hell, I would have never guessed a R53 would go for that, low mileage accepted.
For that money I'd be going GP1/GP2, you have a proper special feeling car and they should hold their money as well.

Those Ferrari editions are properly cool little things, I knew they were used as courtesy cars.
I've never driven any Abarth, but from what I've read,the suspension is pretty bad, certainly wouldn't be ideal for my typical, local bumpy backroads

That one has all the nice extras like the seats etc though and a touch of rarity.

Titan · Aug 21, 2025

It's hard to justify the difference in prices sometimes Nick.

I'm sure you've seen some proper puzzlers in your lifetime dealing in cars as well.

Titan · Aug 21, 2025

photo_ed said:
I do remember that slurry being an absolute nightmare to get off the white sills…

It's a mark if how hard you were trying Ed.

Now if you had managed to get it at last half way up the side, then you were peddling along nicely

photo_ed · Aug 21, 2025

Titan said:
It's a mark if how hard you were trying Ed.

Now if you had managed to get it at last half way up the side, then you were peddling along nicely

I was just thinking that I wish I knew @NickReilly063 back then, he could have spent many a happy hour “detailing” it for me…

Titan · Aug 21, 2025

photo_ed said:
I was just thinking that I wish I knew @NickReilly063 back then, he could have spent many a happy hour “detailing” it for me…

I'd call that the perfect combination.

You dirty them, Nick makes them like new again.

Everyone wins.

And repeat....

Titan · Aug 25, 2025

I don't know if this is the correct thread or not, I have it in the back of my head
that someone (@NickReilly063 maybe) already had a thread about these auctions etc...

This original Williams recently sold at Iconic Auctions big Silverstone sale on over the weekend.

Iconic Auctioneers - 1994 Renault Clio Williams (Phase 1) #194-Sold

A UK-delivered, right-hand drive, first generation Clio Williams, #194 of 390 Just one exterior colour was offered for the Williams 1 – '449' Metallic Sports Blue Enthusiast owned for the last 26 ...

www.iconicauctioneers.com

Car number 194, last owner 26 years, just over 80k miles - sold for £25,875.
Don't know if there's auctions fees etc. on top of that though.

Seems like a pretty decent example, seems they are still making really good money too.

NickReilly063 · Aug 25, 2025

Looks a bright thing Francis - your right to say good cars are still selling and making decent money.

The published price is including the check out fees.

Titan · Sep 11, 2025

This looks like another cracking 205, in what I think is its best colour - Sorrento green.
(Amazing how dark it can come across on camera though, when its inside)

The owner clearly put a serious amount of effort into getting it to this very high standard.

Lot 96 - 1992 Peugeot 205 GTI

auctions.wbandsons.com

NickReilly063 · Sep 11, 2025

I'm going to be a little conteversial here Francis in saying it looks a little bland without it's Red bumper insert trim, or is it just me ????

Do you think he was going for the contrasting look with the wheels.

Also sat very low at the back end which may slightly hinder it's ride on our great British roads.

marrow · Sep 11, 2025

I agree Nick, the red bumper trim would make it look more 'sporting'.

It does appear to be in very good condition. I'm not so keen on the colour, I prefer a brighter hue like red or Miami blue.

Titan · Sep 11, 2025

@NickReilly063 and @marrow 100% agree.

After watching the video walk around, they say the previous owner wanted to create his own version of the Euro/French only Griffe model.
Which didn't have the red strip.

It would be a simple thing to add, and finish it off nicely I think

photo_ed · Sep 11, 2025

marrow said:
I agree Nick, the red bumper trim would make it look more 'sporting'.

It does appear to be in very good condition. I'm not so keen on the colour, I prefer a brighter hue like red or Miami blue.

Oooh yeah. My ‘fast road’ 1.6 GTi was Miami blue. Loved that car..

Titan · Tuesday at 6:28 PM

One owner 2010 Clio 200 on just 3,375 miles, £17,995

2010 Renault Clio White Manual, 6 speed Right Hand Drive...

2010 Renault Clio White Manual, 6 speed Right Hand Drive in Crewe, United Kingdom - For Sale | Car & Classic, £17,995 1 owner myself sinc...

www.carandclassic.com

Obviously it looks like it's been minded like a baby, doesn't appear to have the Recaro's though.

It was even taken on truck/trailer to get its belts changed.

photo_ed · Tuesday at 7:32 PM

Titan said:
One owner 2010 Clio 200 on just 3,375 miles, £17,995

2010 Renault Clio White Manual, 6 speed Right Hand Drive...

2010 Renault Clio White Manual, 6 speed Right Hand Drive in Crewe, United Kingdom - For Sale | Car & Classic, £17,995 1 owner myself sinc...

www.carandclassic.com

Obviously it looks like it's been minded like a baby, doesn't appear to have the Recaro's though.

It was even taken on truck/trailer to get its belts changed.

Nearly as clean as my Storm Grey Cup... makes me wonder what that's worth now!

Titan · Tuesday at 10:22 PM

photo_ed said:
Nearly as clean as my Storm Grey Cup... makes me wonder what that's worth now!

You must be feeling like it's a nice addition to your retirement fund now Ed

photo_ed · Tuesday at 10:41 PM

Titan said:
You must be feeling like it's a nice addition to your retirement fund now Ed

Yes, I guess so Francis, though I do feel a bit guilty for not having used it a bit more over the last couple of years. The Trophy has taken priority lately for one reason or another!

Titan · Tuesday at 11:51 PM

photo_ed said:
Yes, I guess so Francis, though I do feel a bit guilty for not having used it a bit more over the last couple of years. The Trophy has taken priority lately for one reason or another!

Not a bad complaint at all Ed.

I'm sure you will get fully reaquainted with your 200 before too long Ed, and all will be good with the world