Buying a rapide…

Christian

29 October 2010 at 09:40 #47924

This is in the Rapide specific section as well but looking at the regularity of replies I thought I would post it here too…

While on a nearby church roof I noticed this car (see attached photo taken on my phone) and was later able to have a good look around it. I have met the owner but have not tackled the subject of aquiring it. According to the DVLA it was last on the road in 1988. Assuming it is fairly crusty below etc etc should I try and aquire this vehicle (subject to it having its original engine) and how much? I have much better photos but they are on my camera…which is not with me at the moment. Thanks, Christian

TVJL

1 November 2010 at 17:43 #47927

Hi Christian,

I may be able to help you in more ways than one re your questions. You are very welcome to email me on [email protected].

Regards,

Tim

Christian

4 November 2010 at 09:14 #47928

Here’s a better photo. I am currently in discussion with the owner about purchase…

Christian

22 November 2010 at 12:36 #47934

TVJL

22 November 2010 at 14:14 #47935

Hi Christian,

Did you buy the Rapide?

Regards,

Tim

Christian

22 November 2010 at 15:25 #47937

No answer yet, I will press the owner for an answer within the next few weeks…

TVJL

22 November 2010 at 15:50 #47938

Good man – go for it!

Christian

6 January 2011 at 08:58 #47965

I have now bought the Rapide… I have also spoken to Aston Service Dorset about spares etc – they have been really helpful. I was suprised to find that the horn push alone is ?570!

TVJL

6 January 2011 at 17:58 #47966

Well done Christian!!!

Please contact me again off line.

Regards,

Tim

Francis

29 January 2011 at 16:05 #48016

Good for you!

I am also looking to purchase a Lagonda Rapide. May I ask how much you paid for it?

Francis

Christian

29 January 2011 at 23:42 #48018

I chanced accross this one, I believe they do come up every-so-oftern…