Where Do I Start

[STU610]

OK PEOPLE WHERE DO I START FROM WHAT I'VE SEEN THERE IS NOTHING IN ESSEX SO WHERE DO I GO FROM HERE I 'M SO LOOKING FORWARD TO GETTING MY BUS

[Boro Sera]

What do you mean by 'Nothing in Essex'?

There's loads of stuff - Ilford, Romford Dogs, Hainault Forest Golf Course etc.......

In the Summer there's a rather large Japanese Car Show in Essex ( see the meets section for JAE information )

[STU610]

What do you mean by 'Nothing in Essex'?

There's loads of stuff - Ilford, Romford Dogs, Hainault Forest Golf Course etc.......

In the Summer there's a rather large Japanese Car Show in Essex ( see the meets section for JAE information )

OOPS I DO NOT MEAN IT LIKE THAT IT'S JUST THAT IN MY PART OF ESSEX THERE SEEMS TOBE VERY FEW PREVIAS FOR SALE THAT WHY I SAID WERE DO I START

[Boro Sera]

Right, With you !

No idea about how popular previa's are in the country, never mind just Essex. If you're after something specific then there's a fair chance you'll have to travel for the right one. I went from Teesside to Guernsey for my Sera !

[STU610]

Right, With you !

No idea about how popular previa's are in the country, never mind just Essex. If you're after something specific then there's a fair chance you'll have to travel for the right one. I went from Teesside to Guernsey for my Sera !

ANY IDEAS THEN AS ITS MARCH AND I HAVE SET MY SIGHTS ON GETTING SOMETHING THIS MONTH SO PEOPLE WHERE DO I START ABOUT 3 WEEKS UNTIL THE BIG DAY PAY DAY THAT IS I WILL TRAVEL ABOUT 40/ 60 MILES FOR SOMETHING HALF DESENT

[boltonbabe]

I have just brought my 1st 2nd hand Previa which I got on eBay. I had been looking all last week and there was quite a few to choose from from New to 2nd hand also tried the Auto Trader. Hope this helps and good luck. :D

[propnut]

I have just brought my 1st 2nd hand Previa which I got on Ebay. I had been looking all last week and there was quite a few to choose from from New to 2nd hand also tried the Auto Trader. Hope this helps and good luck. :D

What did you get , how old, mileage etc. There are a number of things you need to check on these cars if you wish to have trouble free driving.

[boltonbabe]

I have just brought my 1st 2nd hand Previa which I got on Ebay. I had been looking all last week and there was quite a few to choose from from New to 2nd hand also tried the Auto Trader. Hope this helps and good luck. :D

What did you get , how old, mileage etc. There are a number of things you need to check on these cars if you wish to have trouble free driving.

N reg 1995 GL Auto 2438cc 122000 miles

[propnut]

Right

Unless you have a concise service history have the following done

1. Service the car every 6000 miles if mainly open road mileage or 4500 if town driving. If a mix of both then at least have the oil filter changed every 3000 miles.

2. Have the gearbox oil changed and ensure it is not overfilled. Overfilling will result in damage and high fuel consumption.

3. Have the coolant changed and the radiator + thermostat changed. DO NOT waste money on Toyota Red a 60/40 mix of normal ether glycol coolant with distilled water is more than adequate. If the existing water looks rusty then have the entire system flushed.

4. Have all the brake caliper sliders checked for smooth operation. These things seize up, cause brake binding and therefore high fuel consumption.

5. Have the shock absorbers checked, if the car feels like you are sailing a ship when cornering or if the tyres are wearing unevenly this is most likely the cause.

6. After the shocks have the wheel alignment checked.

Trust me this may sound like a lot but it is worthwhile doing.

[boltonbabe]

Right

Unless you have a concise service history have the following done

1. Service the car every 6000 miles if mainly open road mileage or 4500 if town driving. If a mix of both then at least have the oil filter changed every 3000 miles.

2. Have the gearbox oil changed and ensure it is not overfilled. Overfilling will result in damage and high fuel consumption.

3. Have the coolant changed and the radiator + thermostat changed. DO NOT waste money on Toyota Red a 60/40 mix of normal ether glycol coolant with distilled water is more than adequate. If the existing water looks rusty then have the entire system flushed.

4. Have all the brake caliper sliders checked for smooth operation. These things seize up, cause brake binding and therefore high fuel consumption.

5. Have the shock absorbers checked, if the car feels like you are sailing a ship when cornering or if the tyres are wearing unevenly this is most likely the cause.

6. After the shocks have the wheel alignment checked.

Trust me this may sound like a lot but it is worthwhile doing.

Thanks for all the info. I am planning to get it serviced next month so Ill get them to check it all out for me. :D :D