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Newbie from Lincolnshire

Post by RiDDO » Sun Oct 28, 2012 9:42 pm

Hello XDrivers,

Another day, another newbie . . . .

I hope to collect an 'Approved Used' E53 X5 3.0 diesel (56 plate) from Berrys, Chiswick this coming Friday if all goes according to plan. Kalahari Beige, Sand Beige Nappa Leather, and an awful lot of toys! One 'well heeled' former keeper, and 22,000 miles!

This will be my second E53, had a 4.4 Sport from 2002 unitl 2005. Been in Transit's since . . . . .

Looking forward to learning lots, and maybe contributing too.

Pictures to follow on Friday if all goes well.
--RiDDO

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Re: Newbie from Lincolnshire

Post by shadrack » Sun Oct 28, 2012 9:46 pm

welcome, that will be a rare colour is it?
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Re: Newbie from Lincolnshire

Post by MJim » Sun Oct 28, 2012 10:43 pm

Welcome! You'll find this is a great site, with very helpful and knowledgeable members. Enjoy the car, I'm sure you'll love it!
Current: 40d M Sport, deep sea blue, oyster, 19in
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Re: Newbie from Lincolnshire

Post by RiDDO » Mon Oct 29, 2012 12:21 am

Thanks for the welcome folks, seems forums have moved on allot in 10 years!
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Re: Newbie from Lincolnshire

Post by X5Sport » Mon Oct 29, 2012 9:24 am

......and then there's this one - which hasn't.....  >:D

Welcome.  Rare colour indeed.

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Re: Newbie from Lincolnshire

Post by AW8 » Mon Oct 29, 2012 10:27 am

Unusual colour but can be quite pleasing to the eye & not the usual choice.......22k is a massive bonus. Enjoy....oh & welcome  :)
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Re: Newbie from Lincolnshire

Post by Raj » Mon Oct 29, 2012 10:39 pm

Welcome aboard.

Look forward to the pics. Very individual indeed.
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Re: Newbie from Lincolnshire

Post by RiDDO » Mon Oct 29, 2012 10:44 pm

Folks,

Thanks for your warm welcomes, and kind words. I have to admit owning anything that is described as beige, even Kalahari beige conjures up a picture of 'bland' or 'boring'. As an individual who has had a road legal Toyota Hi Lux with 39" tyres, and a Tangiers Orange Range Rover, I don't believe I fall into the beige category yet!!!! I do have a matching set of Kalahari slippers!!

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Re: Newbie from Lincolnshire

Post by MJim » Mon Oct 29, 2012 11:22 pm

Wasn't going to say anything, but as you mention it, have you picked up a matching pipe yet, and old man's hat to put in display in the back?!  :))
Current: 40d M Sport, deep sea blue, oyster, 19in
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Re: Newbie from Lincolnshire

Post by RiDDO » Tue Oct 30, 2012 12:04 am

Flat cap & pipe already owned! Just need a whippet and a dog guard!
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Re: Newbie from Lincolnshire

Post by MJim » Tue Oct 30, 2012 12:51 am

[quote="RiDDO"]
Flat cap & pipe already owned! Just need a whippet and a dog guard!
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:rofl:
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Re: Newbie from Lincolnshire

Post by RiDDO » Tue Oct 30, 2012 11:23 am

Just been confirmed by the Dealer, my car will be ready for collection this Friday. Train tickets booked for a trip to Londinium . . . . . . 
--RiDDO

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Re: Newbie from Lincolnshire

Post by pvr » Tue Oct 30, 2012 12:35 pm

Excellent, and welcome from me as well. Look forward to the pics.

Mileage is great!

Once you are done with the old pipe and slippers stuff, pass it on to AW8 - he is just about ready for that  :))
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Re: Newbie from Lincolnshire

Post by Gaff » Wed Oct 31, 2012 7:19 am

Welcome, Jealous of your mileage. You'll enjoy this site, tons of knowledge... and good humour!
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Re: Newbie from Lincolnshire

Post by 535dboy » Wed Oct 31, 2012 7:48 am

[quote="RiDDO"]
Thanks for the welcome folks, seems forums have moved on allot in 10 years!
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Pvr is still typing on his ZX81 though
Currently :
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2012 Porsche Boxster S (981)
2008 Lotus Exige S (a bit modified!)
2015 Nissan Leaf twin turbo with Nitros

Previously :
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2005 BMW 535d MSport

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