The new peppa pig dressing gown that is on ebay at the moment is going for around
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Monday, October 26, 2009
FMS and PPJoy setup for Walkera 4-channel transmitters
This Guide is intended to help you get Flying Model Simulator (FMS) working with Walkera 4-channel transmitters using a serial interface cable.
Download and install the latest beta version of
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Buyers guide for Wooden Climbing Frames and Playcentres
If you are thinking about buying a wooden climbing frame, you could find this guide useful.Wooden Play equipment offers flexibility, strength and longevity. Unlike plastic or metal, wood ages and weathers without losing its structural integrity. Natural wood tones with the garden rather than clashing with it, and ages much more sympathetically than steel or aluminium.While the benefits of wooden play equipment come at a slightly premium price, it is good value in the long term. Wooden Playcentres use far less energy in their construction than steel, aluminium or plastic, and as they last longer, fewer are needed.Is wood as strong as steel, aluminium or plastic?Wood is stronger. We have yet to come across a metal or plastic climbing frame as sturdy and strong as our range of wooden play equipment. This means that the whole family can play without breaking or bending it.Round or square section timber?The choice here is an aesthetic one, there is no technical reason to choose one or the other apart from the amount of splitting that will occur.As a natural product, timber will shrink in the heat and expand in the wet causing some cracking and splitting. This comes and goes as the weather changes and is taken into account when designing the climbing frame and specifying the thickness of wood. It will not affect the structural integrity.Round log, which is cut from the heartwood of the tree, is more susceptible to splitting than square section timber. This is part of the appeal of the rustic appearance of the round log, so don
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Walkera 60 Metal Aloy head Upgrade
****Walkera 60 Aloy head upgrade****
This is my review of the Aloy head upgrade for the walkera 60 helicopter.
These Aloy heads come in kit form and some assembley and setting up is required. When I compaired this aloy head to the original plastic one which came with my 60, it seems a lot more simplified than the original which I think is a good thing as the component count is a lot lower and there are fewer linkages. These heads are fairly simple to assemble and it took me about 30 minutes to put it all together (from following a photo)
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This is my review of the Aloy head upgrade for the walkera 60 helicopter.
These Aloy heads come in kit form and some assembley and setting up is required. When I compaired this aloy head to the original plastic one which came with my 60, it seems a lot more simplified than the original which I think is a good thing as the component count is a lot lower and there are fewer linkages. These heads are fairly simple to assemble and it took me about 30 minutes to put it all together (from following a photo)
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Why Ebay Guides and 'Power Seller' Status Can Mislead
I have written 3 previous guides, all in honest good faith, and was pleased when I became ' A Top 1000 Reviewer'. However, I have become increasingly disillusioned by this apparent endorsement by Ebay of some of their clients. For example, take a look at 'Tom's Tool Chest' currently ranked 16 in the Review listings. This chap has four guides, all promoting tools which he sells. His 'usefulness' scores on these four guides are 5/26, 4/24, 2/25 and 0/18, giving a total of 11 positives out of 93 responses. This is hardly a glowing endorsement is it?!!
Similar doubts have arisen about some 'Power Sellers'. These are people who are supposed to embody all that is best about Ebay. I'm sure that is true for many, but there are some major exceptions. For example, I recently had to go through the Paypal dispute and claim process to retrieve money I'd sent to a CD 'Power Seller' (Record Village) who had failed to send me a CD I'd bought five weeks previously. This seller made no response to my email queries, nor did he respond to Paypal's email request. He sells hundreds of CDs every week, but careful perusal of his feedback shows a very significant minority of highly dissatisfied customers who have been treated in the way I was.
I'm sure we all want Ebay to be a fair, decent and honest place to buy and sell. I have been amazed at the kindness, generosity and support of some of the traders and individuals with whom I have dealt. It restores your faith in human nature! The point of this guide is to say be wary of apparently good reputations - it seems these are relatively easy to obtain, and very difficult to lose! I do think there are some very important issues here for Ebay's management team to address.
I? don't expect anyone to give me a positive vote for this guide, and there's certainly nothing ground-breaking here in terms of advice! I do feel better for writing it! Thank you for reading my points, and I wish you safe trading in 2009.
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Similar doubts have arisen about some 'Power Sellers'. These are people who are supposed to embody all that is best about Ebay. I'm sure that is true for many, but there are some major exceptions. For example, I recently had to go through the Paypal dispute and claim process to retrieve money I'd sent to a CD 'Power Seller' (Record Village) who had failed to send me a CD I'd bought five weeks previously. This seller made no response to my email queries, nor did he respond to Paypal's email request. He sells hundreds of CDs every week, but careful perusal of his feedback shows a very significant minority of highly dissatisfied customers who have been treated in the way I was.
I'm sure we all want Ebay to be a fair, decent and honest place to buy and sell. I have been amazed at the kindness, generosity and support of some of the traders and individuals with whom I have dealt. It restores your faith in human nature! The point of this guide is to say be wary of apparently good reputations - it seems these are relatively easy to obtain, and very difficult to lose! I do think there are some very important issues here for Ebay's management team to address.
I? don't expect anyone to give me a positive vote for this guide, and there's certainly nothing ground-breaking here in terms of advice! I do feel better for writing it! Thank you for reading my points, and I wish you safe trading in 2009.
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Municipal Buses Crossley DD42 Daimler CVA6 Leyland etc
Municipal Buses Of The 1950s and 1960s
This is one of many illustrated classic bus guides I've created for the community. I hope you enjoy it. If you wish to find out more about the classic bus art featured in this guide please click here.
This guide features several classic municipal buses from of the Fifties and Sixties.
Leyland Titan
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This is one of many illustrated classic bus guides I've created for the community. I hope you enjoy it. If you wish to find out more about the classic bus art featured in this guide please click here.
This guide features several classic municipal buses from of the Fifties and Sixties.
Leyland Titan
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How to Strip Paint from Citadel / Warhammer Models
Hey all, after trying many different methods to strip paint off my old metal
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Buses In Britain 1950s Leyland Guy Arab Bristol AEC
Buses In Britain 1950s
This is one of many illustrated classic British bus guides I've created for the community. I hope you enjoy it. If you wish to find out more about the classic British Bus art featured in this guide please click here.
This guide features a number of classic British buses from the 1950s.
AEC Regal I ( Alexander-Northern )
The Associated Equipment Company had its beginnings in the London General Omnibus Company, but since 1912 had been a separate commercial business. Although AEC was still the main supplier of bus chassis to London Transport, it built up a substantial business building trucks and buses for customers in the UK and overseas before it merged with Leyland in 1962. The classic AEC Regal 1 was introduced in 1946 with a 7.7-litre engine and crash gearbox.
Bristol L ( West Yorkshire )
The LL version of the Bristol L chassis was 30ft long and was introduced in 1950-51. Engine types provided the various classifications - the LL5G featuring a Gardner 5LW engine, the LL6G coming with a 6LW unit from Gardner, while a Bristol six-cylinder engine powered the LL6B vehicle. One of the "red" Tilling fleets, West Yorkshire were based in Harrogate and operated in both west and north Yorkshire. Other notable LL5G operators included United Countries, Southern Vectis and Crossville.
Bristol K ( Hants and Dorset )
If there was a standard post-war double-decker, it is surely the Bristol K type with ECW Series bodywork. In its Gardner, AEC and Bristol-engined variants (K5G, K6A, K6B), a total of 136 were taken into service between 1946-50. The Bristol K6A TD876 (HLJ25) was purchased new by Hants
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This is one of many illustrated classic British bus guides I've created for the community. I hope you enjoy it. If you wish to find out more about the classic British Bus art featured in this guide please click here.
This guide features a number of classic British buses from the 1950s.
AEC Regal I ( Alexander-Northern )
The Associated Equipment Company had its beginnings in the London General Omnibus Company, but since 1912 had been a separate commercial business. Although AEC was still the main supplier of bus chassis to London Transport, it built up a substantial business building trucks and buses for customers in the UK and overseas before it merged with Leyland in 1962. The classic AEC Regal 1 was introduced in 1946 with a 7.7-litre engine and crash gearbox.
Bristol L ( West Yorkshire )
The LL version of the Bristol L chassis was 30ft long and was introduced in 1950-51. Engine types provided the various classifications - the LL5G featuring a Gardner 5LW engine, the LL6G coming with a 6LW unit from Gardner, while a Bristol six-cylinder engine powered the LL6B vehicle. One of the "red" Tilling fleets, West Yorkshire were based in Harrogate and operated in both west and north Yorkshire. Other notable LL5G operators included United Countries, Southern Vectis and Crossville.
Bristol K ( Hants and Dorset )
If there was a standard post-war double-decker, it is surely the Bristol K type with ECW Series bodywork. In its Gardner, AEC and Bristol-engined variants (K5G, K6A, K6B), a total of 136 were taken into service between 1946-50. The Bristol K6A TD876 (HLJ25) was purchased new by Hants
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Ford Mustang Cars : Convertible,Coupe,Fastback,GT,
Ford Mustang Cars
This is one of many illustrated classic car guides I've created for the community. I hope you enjoy it. If you wish to find out more about the classic Mustang car art featured in this guide please click here.
The Mustang is undoubtedly one of the all-time classic motor cars and has earned a special place in automobile history standing alone for the influence and impact it has had on the marketplace. Made available with a wide array of "options", it could be an economical six-cylinder runabout, or a highly competitive performer on the track, it could be a luxury compact or a high specification mile-eater in the true GT tradition. Today the most famous of all ponycars, the Mustang has become highly prized by collectors and its long-term survival looks assured. This guide celebrates nine Mustangs from 1964 - 1968.
1964? Mustang Convertible
From the moment of its April 17 1964 introduction at the New York Worlds fair, the Mustang became a standard by which American cars would be judged forever. In the years that followed, sales records were broken and awards for design were given, the Mustang changing the face of the entire automobile industry. By tradition 1964 models normally appeared in September 1963 but as the Mustang was launched mid-year in April, the early cars are referred to as '64 1/2s. Total 1964 Mustang production was 121,538 vehicles.
1965 Mustang Coupe
Whichever way you look at it, the '65 Coupe looks more expensive than its original stocker price would have us believe and perhaps this is why it was the hottest selling model of the entire range. When the sixteen moth 1965 model year ended, the Mustang had sold just shy of 681,000 units and the pony-car phenomenon was well and truly underway.
1965 Mustang Fastback
Badged the 2 2, the '65 Fastback hit the market with a base sticker price of $2,589, although there were enough options to push the price up to nearly $4,000. The 200cid six engine was made standard at the time and cranking out 120 horsepower it gave the 2589lb Mustang a respectable level of performance. Most buyers however chose the optional 289cid V8. In standard form, with two-barrel carburettor, 200bhp was offered, but 225bhp (four barrel) and 271bhp (Hi-Performance) were also available.
1966 Mustang GT Convertible
Reluctant to tamper with success, Ford altered the '66 Mustangs only slightly. Exterior changes were limited to a new horizontal-bar grille and a restyled gas cap, while all but the GT, 2 2 and luxury models got a new side scallop with three wind splits. The GT equipment group required a V8 and included fog lamps, front disc brakes, dual exhausts, handling package and GT racing stripes on the sides.
1966 Shelby Mustang GT-350
Having created a car with mass appeal, Ford wanted a performance option for the Mustang and for that they turned to the creator of the AC Cobra, Carroll Shelby, who turned the fastback V8 variant of the first Mustang into the fast and rugged Shelby GT-350.
1966 Mustang Coupe
Sales for 1966 could not match 1965 because of the longer 1965 model year, but taking a comparable 12-month period, 1966 sales were actually 50,000 higher. For 1966 Ford picked up close to half a million hardtop sales along with 70,000 convertibles and 35,000 fastbacks.
1967 Mustang GT Fastback
Ford knew Chevrolet were developing its own ponycar for '67, so the Mustang received more extensive changes than it might otherwise have. Styling alterations were obvious yet the flavour of the original was retained. Most noticeable was the larger and more prominent grille and taller separate-element taillights. Setting the headlines though, was the new 390cid four-barrel Thunderbird Special V8 engine option. Rated at 320bhp it offered outstanding acceleration with 0-60mph figures around 7.5 seconds and the standing quarter in 15.5 seconds.
1968 Shelby Mustang GT-500KR
The '68 Shelby GT-500KR replaced the GT-500 at mid-year, KR of course stood for "King of the Road". The difference was that a more powerful 428cid Cobra Jet V8 replaced the standard 428. Conservatively rated at 335 horsepower, it actually pumped out about 400 horses. The GT-500KR was considerably quicker than the GT-500 despite the fact that transmissions and rear end ratios were the same. Tested at the time by a leading car magazine the "King of the Road" turned in the quarter-mile in 14 seconds at 102.7mph (Fastback with manual shift).
1968 ? Mustang GT/CS
One of the more interesting Mustang offerings in 1968 was the GT/CS. The CS stood for Californian Special and this limited edition model borrowed much of its looks from the mean Shelby GT-350/500s. Features included unique side-striping and side air vents, rear spolier and Shelby-style taillights. A'68 GT/CS could have any engine available in '68 Mustangs, including the six-cylinder. An estimated 5,000 Californian Specials were produced, and these are avidly sought by collectors today.
Thank you for reading my guide and I hope you found it interesting!
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This is one of many illustrated classic car guides I've created for the community. I hope you enjoy it. If you wish to find out more about the classic Mustang car art featured in this guide please click here.
The Mustang is undoubtedly one of the all-time classic motor cars and has earned a special place in automobile history standing alone for the influence and impact it has had on the marketplace. Made available with a wide array of "options", it could be an economical six-cylinder runabout, or a highly competitive performer on the track, it could be a luxury compact or a high specification mile-eater in the true GT tradition. Today the most famous of all ponycars, the Mustang has become highly prized by collectors and its long-term survival looks assured. This guide celebrates nine Mustangs from 1964 - 1968.
1964? Mustang Convertible
From the moment of its April 17 1964 introduction at the New York Worlds fair, the Mustang became a standard by which American cars would be judged forever. In the years that followed, sales records were broken and awards for design were given, the Mustang changing the face of the entire automobile industry. By tradition 1964 models normally appeared in September 1963 but as the Mustang was launched mid-year in April, the early cars are referred to as '64 1/2s. Total 1964 Mustang production was 121,538 vehicles.
1965 Mustang Coupe
Whichever way you look at it, the '65 Coupe looks more expensive than its original stocker price would have us believe and perhaps this is why it was the hottest selling model of the entire range. When the sixteen moth 1965 model year ended, the Mustang had sold just shy of 681,000 units and the pony-car phenomenon was well and truly underway.
1965 Mustang Fastback
Badged the 2 2, the '65 Fastback hit the market with a base sticker price of $2,589, although there were enough options to push the price up to nearly $4,000. The 200cid six engine was made standard at the time and cranking out 120 horsepower it gave the 2589lb Mustang a respectable level of performance. Most buyers however chose the optional 289cid V8. In standard form, with two-barrel carburettor, 200bhp was offered, but 225bhp (four barrel) and 271bhp (Hi-Performance) were also available.
1966 Mustang GT Convertible
Reluctant to tamper with success, Ford altered the '66 Mustangs only slightly. Exterior changes were limited to a new horizontal-bar grille and a restyled gas cap, while all but the GT, 2 2 and luxury models got a new side scallop with three wind splits. The GT equipment group required a V8 and included fog lamps, front disc brakes, dual exhausts, handling package and GT racing stripes on the sides.
1966 Shelby Mustang GT-350
Having created a car with mass appeal, Ford wanted a performance option for the Mustang and for that they turned to the creator of the AC Cobra, Carroll Shelby, who turned the fastback V8 variant of the first Mustang into the fast and rugged Shelby GT-350.
1966 Mustang Coupe
Sales for 1966 could not match 1965 because of the longer 1965 model year, but taking a comparable 12-month period, 1966 sales were actually 50,000 higher. For 1966 Ford picked up close to half a million hardtop sales along with 70,000 convertibles and 35,000 fastbacks.
1967 Mustang GT Fastback
Ford knew Chevrolet were developing its own ponycar for '67, so the Mustang received more extensive changes than it might otherwise have. Styling alterations were obvious yet the flavour of the original was retained. Most noticeable was the larger and more prominent grille and taller separate-element taillights. Setting the headlines though, was the new 390cid four-barrel Thunderbird Special V8 engine option. Rated at 320bhp it offered outstanding acceleration with 0-60mph figures around 7.5 seconds and the standing quarter in 15.5 seconds.
1968 Shelby Mustang GT-500KR
The '68 Shelby GT-500KR replaced the GT-500 at mid-year, KR of course stood for "King of the Road". The difference was that a more powerful 428cid Cobra Jet V8 replaced the standard 428. Conservatively rated at 335 horsepower, it actually pumped out about 400 horses. The GT-500KR was considerably quicker than the GT-500 despite the fact that transmissions and rear end ratios were the same. Tested at the time by a leading car magazine the "King of the Road" turned in the quarter-mile in 14 seconds at 102.7mph (Fastback with manual shift).
1968 ? Mustang GT/CS
One of the more interesting Mustang offerings in 1968 was the GT/CS. The CS stood for Californian Special and this limited edition model borrowed much of its looks from the mean Shelby GT-350/500s. Features included unique side-striping and side air vents, rear spolier and Shelby-style taillights. A'68 GT/CS could have any engine available in '68 Mustangs, including the six-cylinder. An estimated 5,000 Californian Specials were produced, and these are avidly sought by collectors today.
Thank you for reading my guide and I hope you found it interesting!
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DONT BUY LEGO AND LEGO STAR WARS INSTRUCTIONS!
I am going to keep this short and sweet
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Pokemon TCG - Card Rarity Guide
Pokemon Card Rarity GuideIntroductionThe pokemon TCG is based of the highly successful video game series made by Nintendo.
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Harry Potter Noble collection
This is a note of warning to potential buyers of Harry Potter merchandise from the Noble collection.
Many Ebay sellers are selling Harry Potter wands and props at extortionate prices.
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Many Ebay sellers are selling Harry Potter wands and props at extortionate prices.
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Ben 10 alien laboratory sellers
My son is a huge ben 10 fan and all he wants for christmas is a 'ben 10 alien laboratory'. Sadly, so does every other kid in the Uk. They sell for
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HOT WHEELS SETS
HI THERE MY SONS HAVE A NUMBER OF HOT WHEELS SETS AND I THOUGHT I WOULD WRITE A GUIDE ABOUT OUR EXPERIENCE OF THEM.
FIRST AND FOREMOST .... GET YOURSELF A BATTERY CHARGER AND SOME BIG RECHARGEABLE 'D' BATTERIES BECAUSE HOT WHEELS SETS EAT THEM FOR BREAKFAST - I AM SURE THEY'RE IN
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FIRST AND FOREMOST .... GET YOURSELF A BATTERY CHARGER AND SOME BIG RECHARGEABLE 'D' BATTERIES BECAUSE HOT WHEELS SETS EAT THEM FOR BREAKFAST - I AM SURE THEY'RE IN
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dora the explorer castle and treehouse play set
Just wanted to remind people to look at big stores such as argos, elc or toys r us for prices before buying or bidding on items. there is a dora playset up for auction at the moment going for 21.00 with 3 days to go and in the shops brand new it sells for only 19.99. one person had bid 40.00 b4 i let her know and she then retracted her bid. just dont like seeing people ripped off.
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Yo-yos: which Yoyo for beginners?
Hi everyone,
I am often asked which yoyo I would recommend for a beginner with a limited budget. Perhaps you have asked me this and I have referred you here! Choosing a yoyo is a very personal thing; everyone has their favourites and preferences. The main factor you need to consider is the shape of the yoyo. This will largely determine the type of tricks you can learn with that yoyo. A butterfly or flared yoyo shape is designed to be easy to catch on the string (like trapeze tricks) and typically looks like this:
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I am often asked which yoyo I would recommend for a beginner with a limited budget. Perhaps you have asked me this and I have referred you here! Choosing a yoyo is a very personal thing; everyone has their favourites and preferences. The main factor you need to consider is the shape of the yoyo. This will largely determine the type of tricks you can learn with that yoyo. A butterfly or flared yoyo shape is designed to be easy to catch on the string (like trapeze tricks) and typically looks like this:
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Princess Peach
Princess Peach, or often simply, Peach, is a fictional character in Nintendo's Mario video games series, often playing the "Damsel in distress" character of the adventure series. Peach (known as Princess Toadstool until late 1996 in North America) is the princess of the fictitious Mushroom Kingdom, where many of the games are set. She is often considered to serve as Mario's romantic interest in the series as well, although the exact nature of their relationship is never revealed in the games.
Peach first appeared in Super Mario Bros. and has since appeared in many subsequent games, in which she is usually kidnapped by Bowser. She has also shown her fighting abilities in Super Mario Bros. 2, Super Mario RPG and Super Smash Bros. Melee. Despite being a leading character, Peach's first game as the main character, Super Princess Peach, was released worldwide in 2006
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Peach first appeared in Super Mario Bros. and has since appeared in many subsequent games, in which she is usually kidnapped by Bowser. She has also shown her fighting abilities in Super Mario Bros. 2, Super Mario RPG and Super Smash Bros. Melee. Despite being a leading character, Peach's first game as the main character, Super Princess Peach, was released worldwide in 2006
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Star Wars - Action Fleet
Collecting Star Wars Action FleetThis is a short guide to collecting Star Wars Action Fleet as it can be a challenge to find that good condition model to add to your collectionConditionThe first thing that comes to mind with a true Action Fleet collector is the condition of the item and if it is complete. When searching for Action Fleet models they are the two most important factors to keep in mind (the price to pay for them is up to you). Some models are Mint In Sealed Box (MISB), which means that the box may be a bit damaged but still have the original contents in mint condition. These are the most popular type of condition that you will find them in, however, the price will also increase because of this. This is acceptable for the most serious collectors as you rarely find a model in Mint In Mint Sealed Box (MIMSB). This means that the item has never been opened and the condition of the box is as new, these are even rarer to find and is often being sold be past collectors. A large price is usually asked for in these circumstances.Loose models are the most common condition of models. Loose items tend to be incomplete or damaged (a point to remember by collectors) unless the seller states that they are complete - its worth asking the seller if they are complete. Many models will not include the stands, however this is not an issue as they can be located more easily. By looking at the picture of the item you can see if the model is complete (unless its not of the item being sold). The most common incomplete action fleet model is the X-wing, it doesn't have all it's lasers. So make sure that before you buy or bid for the item you make sure it is complete and comes with all the right pieces as some sellers don't know what is originally with that model. As a result of this all loose models should hae a lower price compaired to the boxed versions.RarityFor sellers and buyers the rarity of the model is another thing to consider. Sometimes the seller knows how rare the model is so they price it high. Sometimes they just start it off low and let the buyers knowledge take the price up. If you know your stuff and know how rare the item is to find then snap it up if it is a good price, even if you have it already; then you can sell it on at the proper price and make a good profit. There are only a few websites out there that have logged all the action fleet models and catagorised them in order of rarity, if you find these then you will have a very good idea what to keep an eye out for.Sometimes some models are more common in different countries so it's worth looking at ebay.com, just make sure that they will post worldwide (if in doubt ask the seller). This usually means P
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WW2 British Military Vehicles AEC Austin Bedford Morris
WW2 British Military Vehicles
This is one of many illustrated classic military vehicle guides I've created for the community. I hope you enjoy it. If you wish to find out more about the classic WW2 British military vehicle art featured in this guide please click here.
This guide features several classic WW2 British vehicles.
AEC Matador 4x4 Artillery Tractor
In the medium Artillery class the British had a good vehicle in the AEC Matador, which first entered service in 1938. The Matador was developed from original FWD designs, by way of Hardy Motors 4/4 4x4 chassis which utilised many AEC components. The Matador was also pressed into service as a tank transporter in the Western Desert, towing Rogers trailers, often with the top half of the cab removed. Total production was 8,612, the last ones auctioned off as late as the mid-1970s.
Austin K2/Y 4x2 Heavy Ambulance
The most numerous British ambulance during WW2 was the Austin K2/Y 4x2 Heavy Ambulance. Affectionately known as the "Katie", some 13,000 were produced for the Allies. The body was of simple construction, a wood frame covered with leathercloth, well insulated, heated and accommodating four stretcher or eight sitting cases, or combinations of both, plus a medical attendant. The body design was the result of much pre-war development work by the Royal Army Medical Corps. It was produced by Mann Egerton, the specialist luxury car body builders.
Bedford QL Three-ton 4x4 Troop Carrier Truck
At the outbreak of World War II, Bedford was contracted by the British War Office to produce a 3-ton 4x4 general service truck, the first production vehicles arriving in early 1941. There were a number of variants on the basic design, including the GLT troop carrier with room for 29 troops and kit, popularly known as the Drooper and the QLR wireless truck, a vehicle specifically adapted to carry and fire the 6-pounder anti-tank gun from the body. The QL was probably the best known British 4x4 3-tonner.
Daimler Armoured Car Mk1
By 1938-39 the BSA Company had developed a light scout car, later known as the Daimler Dingo, and its good results on trials led to the suggestion that it could be scaled-up to become a full-sized armoured car. Work on this idea began in April 1939 and the prototypes were running before the end of the year. Due to initial troubles with transmission and other components, it was not until April 1941 that the Daimler Armoured Car Mk 1 entered service.
Guy Quad-Ant 4x4 Field Artillery Tractor
In 1938, encouraged by the successful development of 4x4 vehicles, a specification was laid down by the War Office for a field artillery tractor capable of handling the new 25pdr gun-howitzer. The first tractor to enter production was the Guy Quad-Ant, a quadruple-wheel-drive version of an earlier 4x2 15cwt infantry truck, known as the Ant. The name Quad became a generic term for this family of hump-backed multi-purpose bodied tractors that were to become a familiar sight on every battlefield. Total production of British Quads amounted to 5,000 units.
Hillman 4x2 Light Utility Car
In Britain, the lightest GS vehicles were classed as "Truck 5cwt 4x2 Light Utility", commonly known as Tillies, and were produced by Austin, Hillman, Morris and Standard, based on their individual 10 and 12hp pre-war passenger saloons. These vehicles lacked a reasonable cross-country performance and were largely replaced by the jeep in front-line units. Their light construction led to distortion of axles, chassis and suspension, and their low power-to-weight ratio led to excessive used of the gears, often causing gearbox failure.
Morris-Commercial C8 4x4 Field Artillery Tractor
Although the Quad gun tractor was originally developed by Guy Motors, by far the greatest number of vehicles to this basic design were produced by Morris-Commercial Motors. Designed for towing the 25-pdr gun-howitzer, it became the standard towing vehicle in all British field artillery regiments, and was widely used also by Commonwealth artillery and as a towing vehicle for the 17-pdr. anti tank gun. The peculiar shape and metallic sheathing of the Quad led to a common belief that it was bullet-proof - this was never so, the metal too thin to even keep out shell splinters.
Morris CS8 15-cwt 4x2 General Service Truck
The 15cwt GS truck was the first type of vehicle to go into mass production when full mechanisation of the British Army was undertaken in the 1930s. It was designed to carry the heavy personal equipment of an infantry platoon, such as blanket rolls, large packs, extra ammunition and rations. Morris-Commercial were first into production in 1934, with their CS8 Mk1, which was in quantity service by 1936. Minor changes were made to the front wings, bonnet and radiator during its production life before it was replaced by the C4 Mk 1, which had better weather protection.
Vickers Bren-Gun Carrier
The Bren Carrier began as a spin-off from the Vickers development work done on the light Dragon gun tractor. In 1934 this company developed a tracked vehicle which could double as a gun-tower or machine-gun carrier (for the Vickers medium machine gun) and also carry a complete four-man squad. Following the introduction of the Bren light machine gun in 1937 the concept was slightly changed. The Vickers gun was replaced by the Bren gun and the superstructure and interior armaments suitably modified. Issues began in 1938 on the scale of 10 carriers per infantry battalion, as the Carrier, Bren, No.2 Mark 1.
Thank you for reading my guide and I hope you found it interesting!
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This guide features several classic WW2 British vehicles.
AEC Matador 4x4 Artillery Tractor
In the medium Artillery class the British had a good vehicle in the AEC Matador, which first entered service in 1938. The Matador was developed from original FWD designs, by way of Hardy Motors 4/4 4x4 chassis which utilised many AEC components. The Matador was also pressed into service as a tank transporter in the Western Desert, towing Rogers trailers, often with the top half of the cab removed. Total production was 8,612, the last ones auctioned off as late as the mid-1970s.
Austin K2/Y 4x2 Heavy Ambulance
The most numerous British ambulance during WW2 was the Austin K2/Y 4x2 Heavy Ambulance. Affectionately known as the "Katie", some 13,000 were produced for the Allies. The body was of simple construction, a wood frame covered with leathercloth, well insulated, heated and accommodating four stretcher or eight sitting cases, or combinations of both, plus a medical attendant. The body design was the result of much pre-war development work by the Royal Army Medical Corps. It was produced by Mann Egerton, the specialist luxury car body builders.
Bedford QL Three-ton 4x4 Troop Carrier Truck
At the outbreak of World War II, Bedford was contracted by the British War Office to produce a 3-ton 4x4 general service truck, the first production vehicles arriving in early 1941. There were a number of variants on the basic design, including the GLT troop carrier with room for 29 troops and kit, popularly known as the Drooper and the QLR wireless truck, a vehicle specifically adapted to carry and fire the 6-pounder anti-tank gun from the body. The QL was probably the best known British 4x4 3-tonner.
Daimler Armoured Car Mk1
By 1938-39 the BSA Company had developed a light scout car, later known as the Daimler Dingo, and its good results on trials led to the suggestion that it could be scaled-up to become a full-sized armoured car. Work on this idea began in April 1939 and the prototypes were running before the end of the year. Due to initial troubles with transmission and other components, it was not until April 1941 that the Daimler Armoured Car Mk 1 entered service.
Guy Quad-Ant 4x4 Field Artillery Tractor
In 1938, encouraged by the successful development of 4x4 vehicles, a specification was laid down by the War Office for a field artillery tractor capable of handling the new 25pdr gun-howitzer. The first tractor to enter production was the Guy Quad-Ant, a quadruple-wheel-drive version of an earlier 4x2 15cwt infantry truck, known as the Ant. The name Quad became a generic term for this family of hump-backed multi-purpose bodied tractors that were to become a familiar sight on every battlefield. Total production of British Quads amounted to 5,000 units.
Hillman 4x2 Light Utility Car
In Britain, the lightest GS vehicles were classed as "Truck 5cwt 4x2 Light Utility", commonly known as Tillies, and were produced by Austin, Hillman, Morris and Standard, based on their individual 10 and 12hp pre-war passenger saloons. These vehicles lacked a reasonable cross-country performance and were largely replaced by the jeep in front-line units. Their light construction led to distortion of axles, chassis and suspension, and their low power-to-weight ratio led to excessive used of the gears, often causing gearbox failure.
Morris-Commercial C8 4x4 Field Artillery Tractor
Although the Quad gun tractor was originally developed by Guy Motors, by far the greatest number of vehicles to this basic design were produced by Morris-Commercial Motors. Designed for towing the 25-pdr gun-howitzer, it became the standard towing vehicle in all British field artillery regiments, and was widely used also by Commonwealth artillery and as a towing vehicle for the 17-pdr. anti tank gun. The peculiar shape and metallic sheathing of the Quad led to a common belief that it was bullet-proof - this was never so, the metal too thin to even keep out shell splinters.
Morris CS8 15-cwt 4x2 General Service Truck
The 15cwt GS truck was the first type of vehicle to go into mass production when full mechanisation of the British Army was undertaken in the 1930s. It was designed to carry the heavy personal equipment of an infantry platoon, such as blanket rolls, large packs, extra ammunition and rations. Morris-Commercial were first into production in 1934, with their CS8 Mk1, which was in quantity service by 1936. Minor changes were made to the front wings, bonnet and radiator during its production life before it was replaced by the C4 Mk 1, which had better weather protection.
Vickers Bren-Gun Carrier
The Bren Carrier began as a spin-off from the Vickers development work done on the light Dragon gun tractor. In 1934 this company developed a tracked vehicle which could double as a gun-tower or machine-gun carrier (for the Vickers medium machine gun) and also carry a complete four-man squad. Following the introduction of the Bren light machine gun in 1937 the concept was slightly changed. The Vickers gun was replaced by the Bren gun and the superstructure and interior armaments suitably modified. Issues began in 1938 on the scale of 10 carriers per infantry battalion, as the Carrier, Bren, No.2 Mark 1.
Thank you for reading my guide and I hope you found it interesting!
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British Lorries 1960s Thames Trader AEC Mercury ERF LV
British Lorries of the 1960s
This is one of many illustrated classic lorry guides I've created for the community. I hope you enjoy it. If you wish to find out more about the classic 1960's lorry art featured in this guide please click here.
This guide features nine classic lorries from the 1960s.
Thames Trader
The Ford Thames Trader forward-control chassis was introduced in 1957 and remained in production until 1966. The large range offered payload capacities from 3 to 7 tons and short-wheelbase tractive units for hauling semi-trailers. Engines were four-cylinder petrol or diesel (3.4 and 3.6-litre) for models up to three tons. Above that weight the model used either a 4.8-litre six-cylinder petrol or a 5.4-litre six-cylinder diesel. They all used the same cab design, although there were small variations on the grille and headlamp panels.
Seddon Diesel 12-4
The firm of Foster and Seddon was formed in Salford in 1919 as motor coach distributors. Vehicle manufacture commenced in 1938 with diesel engined 6-ton vehicle. After the war limited production was resumed, with around eight to ten vehicles a week leaving the factory. New works at Oldham were acquired in 1946 and in 1951 the company became Seddon Diesel Vehicles Ltd. Seddon was the first company to employ a glassfibre for bonnets and cabs in 1954. "British Road Services" added the 12-ton gvw to their fleet. This 7.5 to payload model was powered by a choice of Leyland 370 or Perkins 6.534 6-cylinder diesel engines.
Leyland Retriever
Leyland first used the model name "Retriever" in the 1930s when it was applied to the WLW1 chassis, a cross-country six-wheeler, phased out in 1942. It was revived in 1964 for a 6x4 chassis designed primarily for tipper/mixer applications. The Leyland Retriever lorries were commonly seen displaying the Ready Mixed Concrete livery, fitted with what Leyland described as the "Vista-Vue all steel luxury cab". Elsewhere in the industry this type of cab was known as the LAD cab, it being Motor Panels production shared by Leyland, Albion and Dodge.
Guy Warrior
Guy launched their Invincible Mk2 and Warrior Mk 2 models at the 1958 Commercial Vehicle Show. More powerful than ever, they not only offered a versatile range with a choice of modern diesel engines but they featured one of the most outstanding cab designs ever to be seen on a British commercial vehicle. Angular, yet elegant, the forward leaning cab had panoramic windscreens and spacious accommodation with luxurious seating. It was sound and heat insulated and offered refinements such as an electric shaver, radio and cigarette lighter.
Foden S20
The elegantly bow-fronted S20 cab was first seen on Fodens during the mid-1950s as a natural progression of the FG range, and is without doubt one of the most memorable cabs of the postwar years. For payloads of up to 16 tons on four wheels this type of vehicle proved to be very economical and was used in all spheres of road transport. Foden four-wheelers were not as numerous as some makes, the bulk of their sales being in the rigid six, rigid eight and artic class.
ERF LV
The initials ERF stood for Edwin Richard Foden, who broke away from his family concern in 1933 and began manufacturing his own diesel lorries. Soon becoming one of the leading manufacturers, operators found that ERF produced a no "frills" range that offered ruggedness and reliability, and often remained loyal to the marque for many years. One of the most popular premium heavy duty four-wheelers of the Sixties was the ERF LV. Introduced in 1962, it was light weight and extremely economical, and was used widely in all types of haulage.
Bedford TK
In the 1960s the four-wheeler market was dominated by the mass-produced Bedford TK model. The economical middle-weight TK was seen as a sensational new cab ahead of engine design when launched in 1960. It came in a variety of weights and sizes and found favour with various operators since the model was half the price of some premium trucks, but with a low unladen weight carried just as much payload.
Atkinson L644
From 1958 the Atkinson four, six and eight-wheeled general haulage range were offered with a new fibreglass ( Mk1 ) cab with wraparound screens, although the traditional Bow Front cab continued to be produced. AEC, Cummins, Gardner and Rolls-Royce diesel engines were available and also Perkins units for the lighter models. Atkinson was bought out by Seddon in 1970, forming Seddon Atkinson in 1971.
AEC Mercury
The Leyland designed Ergomatic cab was introduced for the AEC range in 1964 and as a consequence AECs lost some of their individuality. Mechanically though they were still entirely AEC and at the time the overall specification and performance of the Mercury placed it well ahead of any of its competitors. The new tilt-cab Mercury was fitted with AEC's AV505 engine, with the AV471 engine optional and there was a choice of four wheelbase options or a tractor unit.
Thank you for reading my guide and I hope you found it interesting!
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This is one of many illustrated classic lorry guides I've created for the community. I hope you enjoy it. If you wish to find out more about the classic 1960's lorry art featured in this guide please click here.
This guide features nine classic lorries from the 1960s.
Thames Trader
The Ford Thames Trader forward-control chassis was introduced in 1957 and remained in production until 1966. The large range offered payload capacities from 3 to 7 tons and short-wheelbase tractive units for hauling semi-trailers. Engines were four-cylinder petrol or diesel (3.4 and 3.6-litre) for models up to three tons. Above that weight the model used either a 4.8-litre six-cylinder petrol or a 5.4-litre six-cylinder diesel. They all used the same cab design, although there were small variations on the grille and headlamp panels.
Seddon Diesel 12-4
The firm of Foster and Seddon was formed in Salford in 1919 as motor coach distributors. Vehicle manufacture commenced in 1938 with diesel engined 6-ton vehicle. After the war limited production was resumed, with around eight to ten vehicles a week leaving the factory. New works at Oldham were acquired in 1946 and in 1951 the company became Seddon Diesel Vehicles Ltd. Seddon was the first company to employ a glassfibre for bonnets and cabs in 1954. "British Road Services" added the 12-ton gvw to their fleet. This 7.5 to payload model was powered by a choice of Leyland 370 or Perkins 6.534 6-cylinder diesel engines.
Leyland Retriever
Leyland first used the model name "Retriever" in the 1930s when it was applied to the WLW1 chassis, a cross-country six-wheeler, phased out in 1942. It was revived in 1964 for a 6x4 chassis designed primarily for tipper/mixer applications. The Leyland Retriever lorries were commonly seen displaying the Ready Mixed Concrete livery, fitted with what Leyland described as the "Vista-Vue all steel luxury cab". Elsewhere in the industry this type of cab was known as the LAD cab, it being Motor Panels production shared by Leyland, Albion and Dodge.
Guy Warrior
Guy launched their Invincible Mk2 and Warrior Mk 2 models at the 1958 Commercial Vehicle Show. More powerful than ever, they not only offered a versatile range with a choice of modern diesel engines but they featured one of the most outstanding cab designs ever to be seen on a British commercial vehicle. Angular, yet elegant, the forward leaning cab had panoramic windscreens and spacious accommodation with luxurious seating. It was sound and heat insulated and offered refinements such as an electric shaver, radio and cigarette lighter.
Foden S20
The elegantly bow-fronted S20 cab was first seen on Fodens during the mid-1950s as a natural progression of the FG range, and is without doubt one of the most memorable cabs of the postwar years. For payloads of up to 16 tons on four wheels this type of vehicle proved to be very economical and was used in all spheres of road transport. Foden four-wheelers were not as numerous as some makes, the bulk of their sales being in the rigid six, rigid eight and artic class.
ERF LV
The initials ERF stood for Edwin Richard Foden, who broke away from his family concern in 1933 and began manufacturing his own diesel lorries. Soon becoming one of the leading manufacturers, operators found that ERF produced a no "frills" range that offered ruggedness and reliability, and often remained loyal to the marque for many years. One of the most popular premium heavy duty four-wheelers of the Sixties was the ERF LV. Introduced in 1962, it was light weight and extremely economical, and was used widely in all types of haulage.
Bedford TK
In the 1960s the four-wheeler market was dominated by the mass-produced Bedford TK model. The economical middle-weight TK was seen as a sensational new cab ahead of engine design when launched in 1960. It came in a variety of weights and sizes and found favour with various operators since the model was half the price of some premium trucks, but with a low unladen weight carried just as much payload.
Atkinson L644
From 1958 the Atkinson four, six and eight-wheeled general haulage range were offered with a new fibreglass ( Mk1 ) cab with wraparound screens, although the traditional Bow Front cab continued to be produced. AEC, Cummins, Gardner and Rolls-Royce diesel engines were available and also Perkins units for the lighter models. Atkinson was bought out by Seddon in 1970, forming Seddon Atkinson in 1971.
AEC Mercury
The Leyland designed Ergomatic cab was introduced for the AEC range in 1964 and as a consequence AECs lost some of their individuality. Mechanically though they were still entirely AEC and at the time the overall specification and performance of the Mercury placed it well ahead of any of its competitors. The new tilt-cab Mercury was fitted with AEC's AV505 engine, with the AV471 engine optional and there was a choice of four wheelbase options or a tractor unit.
Thank you for reading my guide and I hope you found it interesting!
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Buses In Britain 1960s Leyland AEC Routemaster Daimler
Buses In Britain 1960s
This is one of many illustrated classic bus guides I've created for the community. I hope you enjoy it. If you wish to find out more about the classic British Bus art featured in this guide please click here.
This guide features a number of classic British buses from the 1960s.
AEC Regent V ( East Kent )
Based in Canterbury, East Kent covered a wide area of Kent, bounded by the sea on three sides and fellow BET company, Maidstone and District, to the west. The AEC Regent 5 LD3RA double-decker entered the East Kent fleet in 1958. The MkV Regent had the largest number of options and variations of any Regent produced. There were three different engines available together with monocontrol and synchromesh gearboxes, air pressure and triple vacuum servo-assisted braking.
AEC Routemaster ( BEA )
The advent of AEC's Routemaster vehicle was probably the greatest step forward in bus design not only in London Transport's history but for the bus world in general. In 1966 B.E.A. ( British European Airways ) took delivery of 65 RMF type Routemasters fitted with 27ft 6in bodies for operation on the Airport service from Gloucester Road to Heathrow. These had provision for the luggage to be carried in a two-wheeler trailer towed by the bus.
BMMO D9 ( Midland Red )
Midland Red were interested in developing a 30ft long high capacity double-decker as far back as 1951, but it was not until 1956 that such vehicles were approved. The 30ft D9 prototype appeared in 1958, a remarkable advanced integral 72-seat machine fitted with the new BMMO KL 10.5-litre engine coupled to an electrically controlled self-changing gearbox. Production vehicles were introduced in 1960, and over the next six years a total of 345 examples had entered service.
Bristol Lodekka ( Hants
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This is one of many illustrated classic bus guides I've created for the community. I hope you enjoy it. If you wish to find out more about the classic British Bus art featured in this guide please click here.
This guide features a number of classic British buses from the 1960s.
AEC Regent V ( East Kent )
Based in Canterbury, East Kent covered a wide area of Kent, bounded by the sea on three sides and fellow BET company, Maidstone and District, to the west. The AEC Regent 5 LD3RA double-decker entered the East Kent fleet in 1958. The MkV Regent had the largest number of options and variations of any Regent produced. There were three different engines available together with monocontrol and synchromesh gearboxes, air pressure and triple vacuum servo-assisted braking.
AEC Routemaster ( BEA )
The advent of AEC's Routemaster vehicle was probably the greatest step forward in bus design not only in London Transport's history but for the bus world in general. In 1966 B.E.A. ( British European Airways ) took delivery of 65 RMF type Routemasters fitted with 27ft 6in bodies for operation on the Airport service from Gloucester Road to Heathrow. These had provision for the luggage to be carried in a two-wheeler trailer towed by the bus.
BMMO D9 ( Midland Red )
Midland Red were interested in developing a 30ft long high capacity double-decker as far back as 1951, but it was not until 1956 that such vehicles were approved. The 30ft D9 prototype appeared in 1958, a remarkable advanced integral 72-seat machine fitted with the new BMMO KL 10.5-litre engine coupled to an electrically controlled self-changing gearbox. Production vehicles were introduced in 1960, and over the next six years a total of 345 examples had entered service.
Bristol Lodekka ( Hants
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joys sewing machines
i am a sewing machine dealer with over 30 years in the trade, we repair and service all types of sewing machines and boilers, we have seen over a number of years a higher number of joys machines coming through our doors, some with little problems and some with big problems, we have
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Rerooting methods ^_^ (reroot, rehair, rerooted)
There is lots of conflicting information out there about rerooting so I thought I may be able to help clear up a few things!
Rerooting hair requires sturdy materials. The biggest challenge is to find
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Ferrari Cars 70s
Ferrari Cars 70s and 80s
This is one of many illustrated classic car guides I've created for the eBay community. I hope you enjoy it and if you would like to find out more about the classic Ferrari car art featured in this guide please click here.
This guide celebrates seven of Ferrari's finest models of the 1970s and 1980s.
F40 1988-1992
Built to celebrate 40 years of Ferrari cars, the F40 was also created to upstage the Porsche 959 and to be the world's fastest production car. In essence, it was a GTO with different body panels, stripped of carpets and interior door panels, and it even had sliding Plexiglas windows to save weight. The engine was a short-stroke variation of the 3-litre quattrovalvole V8 with twin 1H1 turbochargers, producing a massive 471bhp with 426lb/ft torque. In this form it was claimed to top 201mph/325km/h and reach 60mph (100km/h) in under four seconds. For those looking for even more performance, a factory kit with larger turbochargers and different camshafts could add a further 200bhp.
Ferrari 308 GTB and 308 GTS 1975-1985
One of the longest-lived of all Ferraris, the 308 GTB arrived in 1975 with - shock, horror - part-glassfibre bodywork. Its transverse mid-mounted four-cam V8 gave 250bhp and 0-60mph in 6.5sec.Despite glassfibre's lightness and durability, customers forced a change to steel panels in 1977, knocking 4mph off the top speed. The targa-topped GTS version arrived in 1978. Bosch fuel injection from 1981 killed power for the sake of emissions (214bhp, 148mph/238kmh), but four valves per cylinder (Quattrovalvole) in 1983 brought it back up, while an extra269cc in the bodily-identical 328 GTB of 1985 took the stunning Pininfarina flyer to over 160mph (257kmh) and a well-deserved 13-year lifespan.
Ferrari 512 BB and 512 Bbi 1976-1984
The 512BB (Berlinetta Boxer) was introduced at the Paris Salon in 1976 as a replacement for the 365 GT4/BB. Visually there appeared to be little difference but on close inspection the new car had a "chin" spoiler under the front grille and NACA ducts low down on the body sides and just in front of the rear wings. The flat-12 boxer engine was given an extra 552cc over the 365 GT4/BB model, bringing the displacement up to 4,942cc. Quoted power was now 360bhp and the maximum speed had risen to 188mph/302kmh. Production ended in 1984 to make way for the controversially-styled Testarossa.
Ferrari 288 GTO 1984-1985
Produced for Group B competition, which required a production run of at least 200 but was cancelled in 1986, the GTO was considered special enough to receive one of Ferrari's most famous model names. Designed at the factory, it resembled the 308 GTB and used that car's engine, but now the 3-litre V8 was mounted north/south rather than east/west and with twin turbochargers and electronic fuel injection, it pumped out over 400bhp, with 366lb/ft torque at 3800rpm. The 288 GTO is easily distinguished by its high door mirrors, but less obvious is that the wheelbase is 4.4in longer, mainly to accommodate the different engine position. Ferrari claimed a top speed of 190mph/305kmh and 0-60 in five seconds.
Ferrari Dino 246 GT and 246 GTS 1969-1974
The original Dino 206 of 1967-1969 was fitted with an aluminium 2-litre engine/gearbox transversely mounted across the chassis behind the seats. Its multi-tube chassis all-independent suspension and Pininfarina-styled body were all "typical-Ferrari" of the period. Within two years of the launch, however, the Dino became the Dino 246 - not only with an enlarged, iron-block, 2.4-litre V6 engine and a longer wheelbase but with steel instead of light-alloy panels. The 246 Coupe was joined by the soft-top GTS in 1972. Both were displaced by the new Type 308 V8-engined models in 1973. Total 246/GTS production: 3,761 cars.
Ferrari 365 GTB/4 and 365 GTS/4 Daytona 1968-1973
A proud last gasp statement by Ferrari in the front-engined Grand tourer stakes, the 365 GTB/4 Daytona was introduced in 1968. The Pininfarina styling was muscular yet handsome and early cars used unusual Plexiglas covered front lights, soon replaced by retractable units that gave the Daytona a menacing squint at the front. Fitted with the magnificent 4.4-litre quad-cam-V-twelve engine, the Daytona could reach 174mph/280kmh and soar to 60mph in neck-straining 5.4secs -quite truly a sensational road car. A highly desirable 365 GTS/4 open-topped version was also produced to the tune of 165 examples.
Thank you for reading my guide and I hope you found it interesting!
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This is one of many illustrated classic car guides I've created for the eBay community. I hope you enjoy it and if you would like to find out more about the classic Ferrari car art featured in this guide please click here.
This guide celebrates seven of Ferrari's finest models of the 1970s and 1980s.
F40 1988-1992
Built to celebrate 40 years of Ferrari cars, the F40 was also created to upstage the Porsche 959 and to be the world's fastest production car. In essence, it was a GTO with different body panels, stripped of carpets and interior door panels, and it even had sliding Plexiglas windows to save weight. The engine was a short-stroke variation of the 3-litre quattrovalvole V8 with twin 1H1 turbochargers, producing a massive 471bhp with 426lb/ft torque. In this form it was claimed to top 201mph/325km/h and reach 60mph (100km/h) in under four seconds. For those looking for even more performance, a factory kit with larger turbochargers and different camshafts could add a further 200bhp.
Ferrari 308 GTB and 308 GTS 1975-1985
One of the longest-lived of all Ferraris, the 308 GTB arrived in 1975 with - shock, horror - part-glassfibre bodywork. Its transverse mid-mounted four-cam V8 gave 250bhp and 0-60mph in 6.5sec.Despite glassfibre's lightness and durability, customers forced a change to steel panels in 1977, knocking 4mph off the top speed. The targa-topped GTS version arrived in 1978. Bosch fuel injection from 1981 killed power for the sake of emissions (214bhp, 148mph/238kmh), but four valves per cylinder (Quattrovalvole) in 1983 brought it back up, while an extra269cc in the bodily-identical 328 GTB of 1985 took the stunning Pininfarina flyer to over 160mph (257kmh) and a well-deserved 13-year lifespan.
Ferrari 512 BB and 512 Bbi 1976-1984
The 512BB (Berlinetta Boxer) was introduced at the Paris Salon in 1976 as a replacement for the 365 GT4/BB. Visually there appeared to be little difference but on close inspection the new car had a "chin" spoiler under the front grille and NACA ducts low down on the body sides and just in front of the rear wings. The flat-12 boxer engine was given an extra 552cc over the 365 GT4/BB model, bringing the displacement up to 4,942cc. Quoted power was now 360bhp and the maximum speed had risen to 188mph/302kmh. Production ended in 1984 to make way for the controversially-styled Testarossa.
Ferrari 288 GTO 1984-1985
Produced for Group B competition, which required a production run of at least 200 but was cancelled in 1986, the GTO was considered special enough to receive one of Ferrari's most famous model names. Designed at the factory, it resembled the 308 GTB and used that car's engine, but now the 3-litre V8 was mounted north/south rather than east/west and with twin turbochargers and electronic fuel injection, it pumped out over 400bhp, with 366lb/ft torque at 3800rpm. The 288 GTO is easily distinguished by its high door mirrors, but less obvious is that the wheelbase is 4.4in longer, mainly to accommodate the different engine position. Ferrari claimed a top speed of 190mph/305kmh and 0-60 in five seconds.
Ferrari Dino 246 GT and 246 GTS 1969-1974
The original Dino 206 of 1967-1969 was fitted with an aluminium 2-litre engine/gearbox transversely mounted across the chassis behind the seats. Its multi-tube chassis all-independent suspension and Pininfarina-styled body were all "typical-Ferrari" of the period. Within two years of the launch, however, the Dino became the Dino 246 - not only with an enlarged, iron-block, 2.4-litre V6 engine and a longer wheelbase but with steel instead of light-alloy panels. The 246 Coupe was joined by the soft-top GTS in 1972. Both were displaced by the new Type 308 V8-engined models in 1973. Total 246/GTS production: 3,761 cars.
Ferrari 365 GTB/4 and 365 GTS/4 Daytona 1968-1973
A proud last gasp statement by Ferrari in the front-engined Grand tourer stakes, the 365 GTB/4 Daytona was introduced in 1968. The Pininfarina styling was muscular yet handsome and early cars used unusual Plexiglas covered front lights, soon replaced by retractable units that gave the Daytona a menacing squint at the front. Fitted with the magnificent 4.4-litre quad-cam-V-twelve engine, the Daytona could reach 174mph/280kmh and soar to 60mph in neck-straining 5.4secs -quite truly a sensational road car. A highly desirable 365 GTS/4 open-topped version was also produced to the tune of 165 examples.
Thank you for reading my guide and I hope you found it interesting!
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Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Delivery Charges.
Can i please suggest that ebayers, especially new members try and weigh your goods and get a delivery price from either the Post Office or a carrier company near to you. It is so annoying when i want to buy something and it's on the other side of the country and the seller says, it is too heavy to post. I deal with Bouncy Castles and there is nothing you can't deliver. Please sellers, find out a delivery charge and i'm sure your auction price will improve. Give the seller a chance to decide whether he/she wants to pay
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recovery truck mot/tax
Ihave worked and delt with recovery trucks for the last8 years all recovery trucks carrying a load eg car van etc have to have an mot /tax cars and vans can be moved with out an o licence if they r broken down our damaged but have to be mot,d . recovery trucks that tow hgvs and cannot carry a load on tow do not have to have a mot only a road worthyness test and they come in a cheaper tax bands ifyou ever need recovery of a truck car van etc.
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Caring for Vintage Plastic Toys.
I have been selling on eBay for over a year. I have mostly specialised in selling vintage toys such as My Little Ponies, Care Bear Figures
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Learning to fly Radio Control model Aircraft (Part 1)
So, you are interested in learning to fly radio control model aircraft? This Guide will give you basic information to help you along.It is important to chose a suitable trainer for your first attempts. RTF electric rc trainers are the best choice if you just want to get flying with the least amount of fuss and in the shortest possible time.The electric RC models on this guide are all RTF (ready to fly) and all have the same basic characteristics, because they have been design with the beginner in mind. They are high wing design with increased dihedral which addplenty of stability in the air.All the following are full Kit models:CessnaATRRC Sonic3Ch Wind SpiritPhantomAirplanes designed to be trainers have a high wing for one simple reason - stabilityIn a high wing plane the weight of the fuselage below the wing will always act to stabilize the model in flight, after a turn, for example, it will naturally level itself. Airplanes of this design are therefore perfect for the beginner.Low wing designs are the opposite; the model is top heavy making it suitable for preforming aerobatics but more challenging to control.There are also the mid wing designs, were the wing is located approximately halfway between top and bottom of the fuselage. these models give a good balance of stability and maneuverability.Other factors to consider...Wing shape When choosing between model rc airplanes, wing shape (aerofoil) is another factor to consider. There are basically 3 types - flat bottomed, semi-symmetrical and symmetrical. An airplane with a flat wing section will have the most lift at the slowest airspeed - obviously good for the beginner. A symmetrical aerofoil provides equal amounts of lift regardless of whether the plane is right-side up or upside down - perfect for aerobatics. An airplane with a semi-symmetrical aerofoil holds advantages of both flat and symmetrical, so is ideal for the 'sport' flyer. Rarely will a trainer be of a symmetrical aerofoil; the most common will be flat bottomed.Dihedral Dihedral is the upward 'V' angle of the wings from the fuselage, looking at the plane from the front. Greater dihedral increases the airplane's stability, as it will naturally want to center itself to its lowest point. Model airplanes that are designed for aerobatics will have very little or no dihedral, so maneuvers can be executed without the tendency for the model to keep righting itself. Ones that are designed to be trainers will always have noticeable dihedral.Undercarriage layout While some models will have no undercarriage, there are two choices otherwise; tricycle or taildragger. Airplanes with a tricycle undercarriage have two main wheels beneath the wing and a (sometimes steerable) nosewheel. On the ground, the plane is held level and is easier to steer, making it better suited to beginners. A taildragger has the same two main wheels but instead of a nosewheel, has a much smaller wheel located beneath the fin. Taildraggers are generally harder to steer on the ground.
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Disney Cars 'Mack' Supercharged Version
'Supercharged Mack' - Lightening McQueens 'posh home' is on sale at Woolworths for
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vsmile, v.smile, v.tech console art studio joystick
This item is being sold at silly prices on ebay when it can be purchased for
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lazytown boys
these trainers are new for 2008 and they are available from any large woolworths stores at the cost of
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Vintage action man
When purchasing vintage action man items off Ebay, always ask plenty of question about the quality of the items your about to bid on. I find it frustrating that sellersoften hide, or do not disclose faults in theirdescriptions. Even when direct questions are asked about the condition of these items sellers are often vague in their response. In short, if they are not totally transparent in their ads, or dont reply to direct questions, then dont bid on their auctions. Remember we are talking about collectors items. Descriptions like great for its age, tell you nothing. if they cant be honest forget about it.
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POWER RANGERS MYSTIC FORCE DELUXE TITAN MEGAZORD
OK THIS IS A QUICK WARNING !!!When buying this megazord look at the picture as the ones from hong kong are not the deluxe power ranger ones thir a cheeper make IDEAL not the original BANDAI the tital says mystic force rangers power TITAN MEGAZORD DDELUXE/DX KOplease look for the bandai lablealso thir are a lot of fake rip of dino thunder morphers going cheep in hong kong you look like your getting 12 plates and morpher for a bargain price but on closer look thir badly painted and not bandai cheep rubbish that will not last or work i dont think they will fit the normal dino thunder morphers as the shapes are slightly different too,and look at what your buying with detail dont just think it looks like the one and bid as the kids will be very unhappy come christmas hope this helps at least 1 person thanks,p,s please take a look in my shop for original megazords :)
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Pro Painted Warhammer Models, You Sure?
Painted miniatures are often quick ways to bulk up your army by addingchoices without having to go through all the hassle ofbuilding-priming-painting-basing etc. As it so happens, there areplenty of eBayers out there selling painted Warhammer models, be they40k or Fantasy Battle.What surprises me here, is every otherperson is selling 'Pro-Painted' models. This is quite confusing, asyou'd expect anything with that sort of title to be a well-painted,high standard, tidy model.You'd be wrong though. Sneaky eBayersout there seem to stick Pro-Painted onto just about any model,irrespective of whether it is painted in a grubby basecoat with BoltgunMetal painted slapdash across it, or an exquisite example of fineblending, highlighting and NMM.SO, What Can you do about it? Here
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