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Post by smuller on Oct 6, 2011 20:55:08 GMT 2
Hi
Yes, I'm a newbie, I found this site while I was looking for information on Lada's on the net. Its great to see there is an active SA Lada sight, whoohoo.
Anyway I am interested in buying a "Boris" this is what I will call the Lada should I find one, I am looking for a cheapie in good condition, approx R25 000 if this even exists. I am from C.T. and hopefully I will find one soon, so if you know of one please let me know. My cell 0827754127 or solarstare(at)gmail.com
Well that's it for me, hi to ya all. ;D
Cheers Sheldon
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Post by jaco1978 on Oct 6, 2011 21:46:36 GMT 2
Hi there Sheldon, Welcome to the forum and, yes, we are very active. ;D As you are from Cape Town (C.T) I would point you to Mike (The Lada/4x4 Doctor) as he is based there. You will find his details on here. If not, the ladies and gents on the forum would gladly assist. ;D Another person to try is Ventz (also active here). He is from KZN (PMB), but he seem to pop out a lil gem every now and then and he is well worth looking into. You might find yourself making a nice lil road trip...pending the funds. Otherwise, there is plenty Lada's for sale on-line at places like Auto Traders, Junk Mail and the sort. If you find something you like, post the specs with pics here (if you can) and you will surely get feedback/tips. Shooting from the hip, the biggest things to look for/at on the Lada is RUST and the drive train (5th gear and vibrations). There's been much discussion about both on the forum. Oh, Vincent (also an active member from Pennington - KZN) is selling his Rusti. I'm not sure about his asking price, but his beloved Rusti has been discussed in much detail here. Have a look here: locsa.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=forsale&action=display&thread=852&page=1I do hope you find your "Boris". Regards, Jaco P.S. Posting your e-mail as is will lead to spammers picking you and spamming your e-mail with junk. Rather post is as solarstare(at)gmail.com. That will throw the "spiders" into the wrong direction. ;D ...or so me thinks.
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Post by smuller on Oct 6, 2011 22:54:04 GMT 2
Hi Jaco
Thanks for all the info and the "at" tip, appreciate it. I will try your suggestions.
Also funds may be an issue when it comes to the road trip for now HaHa ;D Ill try "The Doctor", closer to home.
Thanks again
Man this is an active site, cool!!!
Sheldon
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Post by jaco1978 on Oct 6, 2011 23:24:55 GMT 2
Sheldon, the "Doctor" seem to keep the Kaap "Russian" and is a good first-port-of call. ;D
And, oh; me was thinking the forum is quiet as of late. Buckle-up and we'll make you famous. ;D ;D ;D
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Post by smuller on Oct 6, 2011 23:59:52 GMT 2
Ha Ha will do and sounds good ;D ;D ;D.
BTW seems like all the good Lada's with good prices are up in JHB area. Where the Kaapies when you need them, LOL ;D ;D
Sheldon
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Post by ronnie on Oct 7, 2011 8:43:44 GMT 2
Hi Sheldon.
Welcome to the Forum. I hope you find a Niva to you.
Ronnie
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Post by spikes on Oct 7, 2011 8:55:56 GMT 2
Welcome Sheldon! Have a look on the Website "links" There is a link that points to Brick7. They had a few NIVAs listed in Western Cape 6 or 7 Enjoy and hope you find your NIVA soon
Spikes
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Post by smuller on Oct 7, 2011 14:56:38 GMT 2
Hi All Thanks for the welcome, much appreciated. ;D I have checked Gumtree and Brick 7, there are great Lada's but none in my area yet. Hopefully soon Ill find something in my price range in my area soon. Thanks again Sheldon
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Post by marius on Oct 7, 2011 15:25:48 GMT 2
Hi Sheldon
Have you tried Cape Adds?
Marius
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Post by hotstuff on Oct 7, 2011 15:26:11 GMT 2
Hi Sheldon
well as you have seen there are none available in the cape at the moment as either i have bought them and sold them or put them back on the road again...., but i will keep a look out for you. Your Budget for a lada in good condition is going to be difficult , most ladas at that price need quite a bit of work to get them roadworthy again. But hold thumbs there is always a good chance something pops up.
Regards Mike 4x4 DOCTOR
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Post by smuller on Oct 7, 2011 18:02:45 GMT 2
Hi Mike
Not only am I holding my thumbs but some other peoples thumbs as well. ;D ;D
Thanks
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Post by vincentc on Oct 7, 2011 19:20:48 GMT 2
Hi Sheldon Welcome to the forum I hope that you have as much adventure in your Lada as I have had in mine. Regards Vincent
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Post by Charles on Oct 8, 2011 10:11:18 GMT 2
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Post by smuller on Oct 8, 2011 18:31:09 GMT 2
Hey All Thanks for all the input, seems I will be taking ownership of the "Rustovich" which will be delivered to me in the not to distant future after some repairs. ;D ;D Thanks Vincent!!! As you can imagine I am quite excited to join the Lada ranks and share in the adventures. ;D ;D ;D Will keep you posted. Thanks again Sheldon
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Post by spikes on Oct 8, 2011 19:18:08 GMT 2
Hi Sheldon
Congrats!! Vincent has done a lot of work on Rusti. Good buy.
Spikes
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Post by marius on Oct 8, 2011 19:37:19 GMT 2
Congrats Sheldon Even the legendary Ronster did some work on it so I think you've got yourself a good deal mate! Marius
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Post by vincentc on Oct 9, 2011 12:56:39 GMT 2
Congrats Sheldon I am just glad that the Rusti will stay on in LOCSA ranks. As soon as the spares for the gearbox arrive, I will replace the bearings and then get your Lada to you. Have you downloaded the Lada mp3 for your phone ring tone yet? Regards Vincent
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Post by jaco1978 on Oct 13, 2011 10:27:20 GMT 2
Fantastic Sheldon, I'm glad you and Vincent managed to work out a deal. I trust Rusti will bring you many happy moments. ;D
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Post by smuller on Oct 13, 2011 12:42:11 GMT 2
Hi Jaco
Thanks I hope so too, cant wait.
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Post by smuller on Oct 13, 2011 12:43:26 GMT 2
Hi Vincent
Ill do the Mp3 ASAP, havent even seen it yet.
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Post by vincentc on Oct 15, 2011 12:45:58 GMT 2
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Post by smuller on Oct 16, 2011 1:04:58 GMT 2
Thanks Vincent
This is cool ;D
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