neiluk Posted March 21, 2007 Report Posted March 21, 2007 Hi all, Looking at this Galaxy front passenger door handle ware, would you say that it is normal in a car that has done just less than 100,000 miles or could it indicate Taxi use in the past? Sorry the pic didn't come out too good. http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t244/Neilwuk/galaxyhandle.jpg Thanks, Neil. Quote
Dave-G Posted March 22, 2007 Report Posted March 22, 2007 There's an even worse issue with paint flaking on the newer models. It seems the plastic wasn't etch primered as well as it should have been. Could also indicate a previous owner wore jewellery - or had long finger nails. Yer clutch pedal - well some people use hard soled shoes and some people wear trainers, Expect vast differences of wear indication. In addition some people constantly rest a foot there. Quote
mumof4 Posted March 22, 2007 Report Posted March 22, 2007 Could have had all these questions in one post.... :) Go with Dave on this one, ive already replaced my door handles in my Gal and she has done less milaege than what you stated above.I'm afraid that they door wear quick. Clutch pedal.....fraid i used to be guilty of riding the clutch pedal and resting my foot on mine till i learnt that its a def no no.Though i understand your concerns as i know it is a way of seeing if a car has been clocked.If you are worried that this has happened then ask to see MOT certs etc....and check wear and tear of seats etc..If in doubt, then walk away as the longer you look..the more chance you will convince yourself that it is a good buy.There are loads of Gals/Bammas/Shazzas out there for sale.# That pipe would worry me aswell, though from the pic i cant be sure of which one it is. How much are they asking for it??..(as am assumeing that you are looking and picking up faults.) If you decide that you want it..then haggle over the price stateing cost of repairs etc..and get a warranty thrown in aswell. Quote
Neils TDi again Posted March 22, 2007 Report Posted March 22, 2007 Hi all, Looking at this Galaxy front passenger door handle ware, would you say that it is normal in a car that has done just less than 100,000 miles or could it indicate Taxi use in the past? Sorry the pic didn't come out too good. Hi Neil If you are looking to see if it has been a taxi check for wiring through the bulkhead and any rubbing marks around the opening of the rear hatch, the coaxial cable tends to leave a dirtywear mark on the tailgate and sealing rubber. You can also check the carpets around the rear seats, if it has been regualrly used by adults in the six and seven seat arrangement then the carpets will be worn at the rear. You can also feel the steering wheel as one driver will naturally hold the wheel in one area, indicating the same driver over 100,000 miles is actually quite a good thing as may drivers would indicate a lack of care for the vehicle, fleet or company taxi. Careful checking that the cambelt has been changed and regular service maintained should ease the worry, my first did 220,000 miles before I gave it away and the second is now at 120, 000 in under three years. reliability is key if the car had not been reliable it would have be "got rid" long ago if it were a taxi so even if it was the 100,000 mile tag should actually re-assure you of its worth. Other areas to look at would be the tips of the mirrors as they tend to get tapped as you navigate little lanes and parked areas, the drivers footwell carpet normally takes a permanent depression near the accelerator pedal and the recesses behind the exterior door handles tend to get scratched evenly if its being used to carry passengers, where as the tendancy for private vehicles if to use the passenger side more to access the rear of the vehicle. Hope some of this is usefull as I have a Taxi and have been totally pleased with it having covered the 110,000 of the 120,000 miles in under two years. Quote
neiluk Posted March 23, 2007 Author Report Posted March 23, 2007 Hi all, Looking at this Galaxy front passenger door handle ware, would you say that it is normal in a car that has done just less than 100,000 miles or could it indicate Taxi use in the past? Sorry the pic didn't come out too good. Hi Neil If you are looking to see if it has been a taxi check for wiring through the bulkhead and any rubbing marks around the opening of the rear hatch, the coaxial cable tends to leave a dirtywear mark on the tailgate and sealing rubber. You can also check the carpets around the rear seats, if it has been regualrly used by adults in the six and seven seat arrangement then the carpets will be worn at the rear. You can also feel the steering wheel as one driver will naturally hold the wheel in one area, indicating the same driver over 100,000 miles is actually quite a good thing as may drivers would indicate a lack of care for the vehicle, fleet or company taxi. Careful checking that the cambelt has been changed and regular service maintained should ease the worry, my first did 220,000 miles before I gave it away and the second is now at 120, 000 in under three years. reliability is key if the car had not been reliable it would have be "got rid" long ago if it were a taxi so even if it was the 100,000 mile tag should actually re-assure you of its worth. Other areas to look at would be the tips of the mirrors as they tend to get tapped as you navigate little lanes and parked areas, the drivers footwell carpet normally takes a permanent depression near the accelerator pedal and the recesses behind the exterior door handles tend to get scratched evenly if its being used to carry passengers, where as the tendancy for private vehicles if to use the passenger side more to access the rear of the vehicle. Hope some of this is usefull as I have a Taxi and have been totally pleased with it having covered the 110,000 of the 120,000 miles in under two years. Thanks for the information all. It will come in handy when looking for my Galaxy. I'm afraid I'm slowly going off this car for a number of reasons, lot least of which id that blue dashboard! I just dont like it. I know it's the same plastic as the grey dash, but it just looks sooo much more plasticy :-( Sorry Mumof4 if I broke forum etiquet by doing seperate posts. I just thought that there might me more chance of my questions being answered if I placed them seperatly. On with my Galaxy hunt, Neil. Quote
mumof4 Posted March 23, 2007 Report Posted March 23, 2007 Sorry Mumof4 if I broke forum etiquet by doing seperate posts. I just thought that there might me more chance of my questions being answered if I placed them seperatly. . no rules broken hun, just sometimes is easier to have all info about one car on the same thread, if along same lines, as will still get the same amount of peeps answering.And they will have all the info in one place. Maz. Quote
Smilge Posted March 23, 2007 Report Posted March 23, 2007 Hi Neil ...... first thing I would give the carpets and seats a really good sniff! ..... if you can smell curry and vomit then its a good chance that it has been used as a Taxi. :lol: Quote
Dave-G Posted March 23, 2007 Report Posted March 23, 2007 Hi Neil ...... first thing I would give the carpets and seats a really good sniff! ..... if you can smell curry and vomit then its a good chance that it has been used as a Taxi. :lol: Perve :lol: Quote
Smilge Posted March 23, 2007 Report Posted March 23, 2007 Hi Neil ...... first thing I would give the carpets and seats a really good sniff! ..... if you can smell curry and vomit then its a good chance that it has been used as a Taxi. :lol: Perve B) Dont tell me you've never sniffed seats Dave? The other way to tell is when the dog absolutely refuses to get in it. :lol: ;) :) Quote
Smilge Posted March 23, 2007 Report Posted March 23, 2007 Hi all, Looking at this Galaxy front passenger door handle ware, would you say that it is normal in a car that has done just less than 100,000 miles or could it indicate Taxi use in the past? Sorry the pic didn't come out too good. http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t244/Neilwuk/galaxyhandle.jpg Thanks, Neil. Galaxy front passenger door handle my a**e! ....Its Thunderbird 4!!!!!!!! ...cue music Quote
El Dingo Posted March 23, 2007 Report Posted March 23, 2007 Hi all, Looking at this Galaxy front passenger door handle ware, would you say that it is normal in a car that has done just less than 100,000 miles or could it indicate Taxi use in the past? Sorry the pic didn't come out too good. http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t244/Neilwuk/galaxyhandle.jpg Thanks, Neil. Galaxy front passenger door handle my a**e! ....Its Thunderbird 4!!!!!!!! ...cue music Don't be silly, it's Stingray! Stingray.... Stingray.... ba ba da da da da! Stand by for action! Anything can happen in the next half-hour! Quote
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