Just bought a '54 Xfire...
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Just bought a '54 Xfire...
I must have looked at every Crossfire in the north of England and I've settled on the cleanest one I could find; a '54 silver / blue Auto in mint condition inside and out. There's a small 1cm scratch next to the gear stick inside and all four wheels could do with a spruce up but apart from that, it's spotless.
I have always loved the styling and can now afford to scratch the itch.. in choosing one, I also test drove a Boxster S and some TT's; most notable the 3.2 V6 TT with DSG. The Porsche was the most potent handler and the DSG gearbox of the TT was, frankly, amazing. While the Boxster and TT would probably have been more sound investments in terms of resale value and the like, I just couldn't resist the Crossfire - added to that, I'm a Mercedes fan
Well, I will likely post here now that I own one and maybe see some of you around
BTW, Does anyone know of a great place for wheel refurbs, preferably in the north of England / Manchester are if poss'?
I have always loved the styling and can now afford to scratch the itch.. in choosing one, I also test drove a Boxster S and some TT's; most notable the 3.2 V6 TT with DSG. The Porsche was the most potent handler and the DSG gearbox of the TT was, frankly, amazing. While the Boxster and TT would probably have been more sound investments in terms of resale value and the like, I just couldn't resist the Crossfire - added to that, I'm a Mercedes fan
Well, I will likely post here now that I own one and maybe see some of you around
BTW, Does anyone know of a great place for wheel refurbs, preferably in the north of England / Manchester are if poss'?
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Re: Just bought a '54 Xfire...
Originally Posted by billvp
what does '54 Xfire mean?
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Re: Just bought a '54 Xfire...
Originally Posted by LDNrevs
AH, '54 is the reg code - basically specifying theyear it was made. So a '54 plate in the UK signifies a late 2004 / early 2005 model.
Congrats on your purchase! Welcome and enjoy the ride!
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Re: Just bought a '54 Xfire...
Originally Posted by InfernoRedXfire
I thought you had discovered some circa 1954 Crossfire. LOL!
Congrats on your purchase! Welcome and enjoy the ride!
Congrats on your purchase! Welcome and enjoy the ride!
I am just now reading the other threads in the main Coupe section - picking up tips on care and what to look out for. Great site and nice to see so many other Crossfire fans online
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Re: Just bought a '54 Xfire...
Originally Posted by LDNrevs
I must have looked at every Crossfire in the north of England and I've settled on the cleanest one I could find; a '54 silver / blue Auto in mint condition inside and out. There's a small 1cm scratch next to the gear stick inside and all four wheels could do with a spruce up but apart from that, it's spotless.
I have always loved the styling and can now afford to scratch the itch.. in choosing one, I also test drove a Boxster S and some TT's; most notable the 3.2 V6 TT with DSG. The Porsche was the most potent handler and the DSG gearbox of the TT was, frankly, amazing. While the Boxster and TT would probably have been more sound investments in terms of resale value and the like, I just couldn't resist the Crossfire - added to that, I'm a Mercedes fan
Well, I will likely post here now that I own one and maybe see some of you around
BTW, Does anyone know of a great place for wheel refurbs, preferably in the north of England / Manchester are if poss'?
I have always loved the styling and can now afford to scratch the itch.. in choosing one, I also test drove a Boxster S and some TT's; most notable the 3.2 V6 TT with DSG. The Porsche was the most potent handler and the DSG gearbox of the TT was, frankly, amazing. While the Boxster and TT would probably have been more sound investments in terms of resale value and the like, I just couldn't resist the Crossfire - added to that, I'm a Mercedes fan
Well, I will likely post here now that I own one and maybe see some of you around
BTW, Does anyone know of a great place for wheel refurbs, preferably in the north of England / Manchester are if poss'?
I have an excellent place just by me near Newark, Notts but this may be too far for you - give me a shout if you want more info'
Steve
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Re: Just bought a '54 Xfire...
Originally Posted by Steve - UK
I have an excellent place just by me near Newark, Notts but this may be too far for you - give me a shout if you want more info'
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It looks like I have a place lined up now but will give you a shout if need be
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Re: Just bought a '54 Xfire...
Cool Welcome to the Forum! Im in Herts. So whats the mileage and if you dont mind letting us know what did you pay? I bought mine in Nov 09. Its an 07 which had 14.5K on for £11995.00 the six months have just wizzed by and I have loved everysecond of it. The first thing I do every mornign is take a peek out the window and remember all the hard work is worth it! 
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