How big a part of your life is your car ?

[Dan1971]

So this week I've been going to work in the Zs as the Mondy's for sale.

Really enjoyed it's roughness if you follow me. The fact that it doesn't yell at me when I take off my seat belt - how loud it is when I put my foot down - and the fact that it cost me less than most cars sets of tyres.

Today I was at a briefing in central London being given by a senior officer on a very serious subject, but all that kept popping into my head was -

Do I get her painted ?
When can I do the stripes ?
Can I find a DAB stereo that is also bluetooth ?
I'll take off the spoiler this weekend ..... etc etc

How much of your thoughts are filled with your car ?

[chris01]

If theres a moment in the day when im not thinking about what I can do next to my car its because im out driving it lol does my wifes head in lol

[petet16]

This week it has taken a lot of my time.

[Dan1971]

Originally Posted by petet16

This week it has taken a lot of my time.

What you been up to ? Still not sure if you've got one TC'd and a V6 ?

[Phate]

Well, it used to be a HUGE part of my life, taking all my funds, all my spare time, finding things wrong to busy myself and fix it. It was my hobby, one of....and I enjoyed it.

However, I've found that now priorities have changed, its the last thing on my mind most of the time. While I enjoy having a nice car (I don't actually drive a ZS for those who aren't aware) and I like the speed of it, I very much use it for 55mile journeys up and down to Kent to visit the gf. I want something to just work and be reliable and get me there comfortably without hassle.

There are a few things wrong with it, but most importantly nothing stopping me from driving it such as:

1) Cruise control switch needs replacing
2) Climate control unit needs replacing, it works well enough but some buttons are 'sticky'
3) Outside temp sensor needs fixing
4) Wheels need refurbing - they look crap
5) Passenger window regulator needs fixing - I've bought it, but not yet fitted.

Theres also a few external marks, chips, couple of car park dents etc...all of these will be done in time when I have the time and funds allow, but right now I have other priorities, I'd like to travel quite a bit and put money towards a house this year...the car works and does the job, so it'll wait.

Basically I've gotten old.

Jake, by aged 24

[drewesq]

I have spent the majority of last weekend 'improving' my car!

If my poly bushes got delivered on time, I would've spent a large part of tomorrow under her too!

I have only really started to do things my self on my car, so I find it quite exciting thinking about upgrades or doing bits here and there. Very enjoyable and satisfying

I love my Zed

[Craig-ZS180]

Much the same here Dan, I think its starting to get on the Mrs nerves a little as really I should be thinking about other things but sometimes I even lay in bed before going to sleep thinking about what I can do or what i want to do next. Had a few sleepless nights of recent with a couple if things bouncing back and forth and not knowing which route to take lol.

[POMPSKI]

Im usually dreaming of stuff to do to it, especially in important meetings.

It is so much different to other cars I have owned.

It is pure, it has character, it is an extension of my family! And it doesnt annoy me with beeps every couple of seconds, I also have to think up reasons to drive it. Which is strange.

Its nice to be able to save up for a mortgage and tinker with my car not having to prioritise.

[Craig-ZS180]

Originally Posted by Dan1971

What you been up to ? Still not sure if you've got one TC'd and a V6 ?

Petes a lucky one as he has one of each

[Dan1971]

I'm laughing at these responses as I now know I'm not the only one ! God it's like a weight lifted !!!!!