New member from Alexandria VA

[VAB5]

Greetings!

Just put the payment in the overnight. Yes, I'm buying a 2005 ZHP convertible over the Internet. Risky, but the dealer has a good reputation, and I was able to call around to find the dealer where it was serviced--seems to have been well taken-care of. I'll post pix when it arrives.

Looking forward to learning a bit and using the knowledge on this board--you guys have a great reputation!

To get the ZHP, I sold a one-owner '69 LeMans convertible in great original shape. I had it about 3 years, and did a little updating with power discs and exhaust. Old cars are great, but it was time to move on to something a little more modern, with AC, ABS, air bags, and a little better handling... Link: http://i.imgur.com/clpcqhU.jpg

Had an '88 M3 about 10 years ago--I'm eager to see how the ZHP compares to that amazing beast. Link: http://i.imgur.com/eNJokCK.jpg

Glad to be here!

Paul

[fredo]

Welcome, Paul ! You will like this forum.

[slater]

welcome! hate to say it, but you shoulda kept the E30 M3. :)

peter

[danewilson77]

Nice!

Welcome.

[NoVAphotog]

Welcome, always great to see another VA member! :roundel

[theothersawyer]

Welcome!!!!

[Vas]

Welcome to another Virginia Member.

[ELCID86]

Nice corral. Welcome from Stafford.


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[johnrando]

Welcome. '69 Lemans convertible? WOW. What did that sell for?

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[VAB5]

The LeMans sold for $12,500. I got it for $9,900.


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[Oli77]

Welcome from KY. You'll like the ZHP for sure.

[cakM3]

Welcome Paul :hi

I think you will enjoy your ZHP ownership. There is a lot of knowledge here in this forum with several awesome DIY writeups. Take advantage of what is available here in this forum. I'm sure you will enjoy being a part of our community :thumbsup

[UROTRSH]

NoVa is ZHP central it seems. Welcome!

[johnrando]

The LeMans sold for $12,500. I got it for $9,900.


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Good stuff. It's a beauty. Enjoy the ZHP.

[oldzilla]

Welcome, this is the friendliest fourm out there. Enjoy the ZHP.

[BCS_ZHP]

Welcome Paul, what part of Alexandria, the city or Ffx Cty? I'm over in Fairfax Station.
Bruce

[VAB5]

City, baby!


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[BCS_ZHP]

Cobblestone streets, knucklehead touristy drivers who are forever lost, hope you have off street parking for your new vert.

[TheFinanceGuy]

Welcome!!
Former Cap Hill resident here. Moved to be closer to family.

Enjoy the ZHP and forum. Post up a few pictures once you get it.


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[VAB5]

Here are pix from the dealer. Car should arrive tomorrow--I can hardly wait!

http://i.imgur.com/8a1HJlR.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/DPKvXeh.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/9eIiRYa.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/t23k8KP.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/rxNgNHQ.jpg

[danewilson77]

Mmm....looks great. Vert, auto, black. What's not to love? Enjoy my friend.

What's the mileage and when was the tranny fluid last replaced?

"No flamesuit required"

[VAB5]

I agree--it's a great color combo. I think the only colors I would prefer are IR with natural brown leather.

Mileage is 109k. Don't know about the fluid, but I tracked down the BMW dealer where the car was service. I'm going to give them a call on Monday to get details.

[danewilson77]

Ok. Feel free to let us know what he says, so we can throw our advice out to you, unless you're super experienced and/or don't need/require/want our help :)

"No flamesuit required"

[VAB5]

Ha! Nobody's THAT experienced!

I'm a firm believer in the wisdom of communities--that's why I came here! I have been a member of VW Vortex for 15 years, and the most memorable help I got there was when the ABS module on my 1999 Passat went south. Instead of spending $1,200-$1,500 at the dealer, I removed it myself and sent it off for a rebuild for $200--all from friendly people on the Vortex walking me through it. I don't know if you've ever experienced it, but when the ABS module goes bad on a B5, the damn dash lights up like a Christmas tree and yells at you. All with NO indication what the actual problem is! So rather than panic, I remained calm and fixed it.

Long story, but demonstrative. I'm looking forward to many years of fellowship here!!

Paul

[ELCID86]

I agree--it's a great color combo. I think the only colors I would prefer are IR with natural brown leather.

Mileage is 109k. Don't know about the fluid, but I tracked down the BMW dealer where the car was service. I'm going to give them a call on Monday to get details.

I'm betting they won't tell you much. For some reason they treat car maintenance almost like HIPAA.

I know your anxious to take deliver!


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[johnrando]

Good looking vert!

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