New owner, My 1st v6 Ph1, Lancashire

[rossantony]

Hi,

New to the club. Just bought my first V6 Ph1 as it was a car i always wanted through my teens and so far it has not disappointed.
Looking forward to chatting with you all and learning more about these special cars.

Ross

 

[Lankan]

Welcome aboard Ross, and great to hear that you bought the car you always wanted.

Would be super if you can post details and pictures of your new acquisition - what plaque number is it?

If you have any questions do ask away.......

Enjoy!

 

[Duncan]

Welcome Ross and congratulations on the purchase! Great fun cars that really get under your skin, hope it lives up to your expectations.

 

[® Andy]

Howdy Ross ... welcome to v6clio.net and Vee ownership :approve:.

 

[rossantony]

Thanks for the warm welcome.

It is plaque number 74.
The car is listed as a category D, I have had the repair inspected and all looks good. Car is in overall very good condition and unmolested.

It has covered 50,658 miles which i believe to be genuine as all mot history stacks up.

I will upload some pictures shortly as i have the car in the garage getting some minor work carried out before I use as my Sunday driver (wheel refurbishment, detailing etc).

I would like some Advise regarding tire size, car is on 225/45 r 17 Michelin front & 235/45 zr 17 Conti on rears. Am i best going back to the factory spec of 205/50 zr 17 on fronts? Any advice will be appreciated.

Many thanks

Ross

 

[Lankan]

It's never a good idea to mix compounds on a car, especially two that potentially have different levels of grip. As such, if it was my car, I would look at replacing all four with Michelin Pilot Sport 4's. As regards, the tyre size and profile options, the Phase 2 is much happier with OEM fitment. I am sure a Phase 1 owner will come along shortly with suitable advice.

Hint: if you prefix the plaque number with a #, you will automatically create a link to the details of that car, as stored in the V6 Register. So here's the link [v6plaque]074[/v6plaque].

 

[RUSSO]

:welcome: Ross and congratulations on your new purchase I'm sure you'll enjoy the whole experience with the vee.

Where about in Lancashire are you based? I'm over in Rishton near Blackburn

 

[rossantony]

Hi Russo,

I'm based in Ormskirk. About 45 minutes from Rishton.

Thanks for the advice Lankan, wheels a back from refurbishment tomorrow so hoping to purchase new tyres over the next few days then fitting and laser alignment over the weekend.

 

[recoverysolutions]

Hey Ross good to have a another local car , im only 5 minutes away so if you need anything or need a ramp to have a look under your car let me know .Was this car from southport ? .cheers neil :approve:

 

[rossantony]

Hi Neil, yes the car was from Southport. I purchased from a friend. If you can private message me your number and address i will give you a shout. Be great to have a chat as there is a couple of things you may be able to help me with.

Much appreciated
Ross