Oldest XM in the UK - Now with registration!!
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Just to bring things back on topic here is a link for the earlier thread mentioned by Russ on the 23rd March 1989 launch:
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=3708
Apparently there were 1,000 XM paraded on the day all in Meteor Grey so I think there is a good chance mine was there!!
Regards,
Matthew T.
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=3708
Apparently there were 1,000 XM paraded on the day all in Meteor Grey so I think there is a good chance mine was there!!
Regards,
Matthew T.
1989 V6 Exclusive (Poland car) - Now living in a local Motor Museum!
1990 V6sei auto (grey auto)
1990 V6sei manual (gold car)
1990 V6.24 Pallas (Germany car)
1990 V6.24v (Scotland car)
Other previous XM sold and broken too many to mention!
1990 V6sei auto (grey auto)
1990 V6sei manual (gold car)
1990 V6.24 Pallas (Germany car)
1990 V6.24v (Scotland car)
Other previous XM sold and broken too many to mention!
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You now can choose one XM every other day. But the 2 liters are way too slow compared to the V6's I guess. Which V6 is the best to drive Matthew?
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The ultimate refined car is the v6 exclusive auto 24v series two..
For shear grinn factor series one 24v manual..
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For shear grinn factor series one 24v manual..
For anything else series one 12v auto ..
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Why don't I remember writing this......... very odd......russ92xmsed wrote:Amongst other less savory vices...MTXM wrote:
So that's what the Catholic Church are spending their money on...v6 executive cars!!
I agree Matthew, it could have been there. A 1000 cars in the same colour is quite a lot at launch. Maybe that's how the Priest got one, press car demo discount!MTXM wrote:Just to bring things back on topic here is a link for the earlier thread mentioned by Russ on the 23rd March 1989 launch:
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=3708
Apparently there were 1,000 XM paraded on the day all in Meteor Grey so I think there is a good chance mine was there!!
Regards,
Matthew T.
Russ
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captainhaddock wrote:You now can choose one XM every other day. But the 2 liters are way too slow compared to the V6's I guess. Which V6 is the best to drive Matthew?
Matthews 2.0 are turbos, so should pack enough punch!
I can only dream of having an XM for everyday of the week.
Russ
1992 K reg XM 2.1 Auto SED RP 5712
1992 K reg XM 2.1 Auto SED RP 5705 (D)
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1992 K reg XM 2.1 Auto SED RP 5712
1992 K reg XM 2.1 Auto SED RP 5705 (D)
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In response to Jaap I think I would agree with Paul, although I much prefer looking at a S1 dash!Which V6 is the best to drive Matthew?
Interestingly the VIN no. also finishes with 0999 Russ!I agree Matthew, it could have been there. A 1000 cars in the same colour is quite a lot at launch. Maybe that's how the Priest got one, press car demo discount!
Regards,
Matthew T.
1989 V6 Exclusive (Poland car) - Now living in a local Motor Museum!
1990 V6sei auto (grey auto)
1990 V6sei manual (gold car)
1990 V6.24 Pallas (Germany car)
1990 V6.24v (Scotland car)
Other previous XM sold and broken too many to mention!
1990 V6sei auto (grey auto)
1990 V6sei manual (gold car)
1990 V6.24 Pallas (Germany car)
1990 V6.24v (Scotland car)
Other previous XM sold and broken too many to mention!
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I have just heard from the Seller that his Father has now found the service book with history for the first few years, plus other paperwork that apparently states the car was No. 912 car from the beginning of production!! It now seems almost certain that the XM did participate in the 23rd May 1989 launch as earlier suggested! Regards, Matthew T.
1989 V6 Exclusive (Poland car) - Now living in a local Motor Museum!
1990 V6sei auto (grey auto)
1990 V6sei manual (gold car)
1990 V6.24 Pallas (Germany car)
1990 V6.24v (Scotland car)
Other previous XM sold and broken too many to mention!
1990 V6sei auto (grey auto)
1990 V6sei manual (gold car)
1990 V6.24 Pallas (Germany car)
1990 V6.24v (Scotland car)
Other previous XM sold and broken too many to mention!
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what did I say!!! Amazing, this car is turning into a real find Matthew. I bet your really pleased you bought it.
Russ
1992 K reg XM 2.1 Auto SED RP 5712
1992 K reg XM 2.1 Auto SED RP 5705 (D)
Also
2003 C5 2.2 HDI Exclusive
I sell Engine bay, 1990 COTY, Total & Club XM Sticker Decals
http://www.rjwcreativedesign.co.uk
1992 K reg XM 2.1 Auto SED RP 5712
1992 K reg XM 2.1 Auto SED RP 5705 (D)
Also
2003 C5 2.2 HDI Exclusive
I sell Engine bay, 1990 COTY, Total & Club XM Sticker Decals
http://www.rjwcreativedesign.co.uk
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A great find Matthew. I should have ignored the jacking points issue.
Timing isn't ideal, though.
Timing isn't ideal, though.
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Thanks chaps and I have just done a few other jobs on the car including some mainly cosmetic stuff in the engine bay and straightening out the front jacking points and cills and adjacent floor. If it is any compensation Will the front jacking points and adjacent bodywork are in quite a state, including the usual lower wing rot that has also affected the adjacent sills. The front wheel lower arches inboard from the jacking points seem solid unusually, although the right=hand underbody outer rib near the centre has crumbled away slightly. On a more positive note the exhaust system now appears to be okay apart from the odd patch and the rear silencer has a big hole. I also found the paint code that bizarrely is right underneath the air filter housing and only visible after removal! With regards, Matthew T.
1989 V6 Exclusive (Poland car) - Now living in a local Motor Museum!
1990 V6sei auto (grey auto)
1990 V6sei manual (gold car)
1990 V6.24 Pallas (Germany car)
1990 V6.24v (Scotland car)
Other previous XM sold and broken too many to mention!
1990 V6sei auto (grey auto)
1990 V6sei manual (gold car)
1990 V6.24 Pallas (Germany car)
1990 V6.24v (Scotland car)
Other previous XM sold and broken too many to mention!