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(Message started by: Jaye_Martin on Oct 13^th, 2007, 1:42pm)

Title: Object of ridicule
Post by Jaye_Martin on Oct 13^th, 2007, 1:42pm

why is it that all my mates take the p... out of me for driving my Ultima.

Why does the car have such a poor reputation and why is it that my missus wants me to get rid of it. Why is it that my mates reckon it has the image of an old git or a tattoo'ed pikey sporting four chavs and a pit bull?

She reckons its an old codgers motor, but i keep telling her its the most comfortable car ive ever had.
Basically its getting on my nerves now and the next driver that cuts me up, calls me an old tosser for driving it or anything derogatory is going to get a good hiding

Angry?..you bet!!

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by Tons_of_fun on Oct 13^th, 2007, 6:38pm

Ignore them m8.The only people who slag off scorpios ,havent driven one,& how they can compare them to a pikey motor (usually a clapped out 7 series),is beyond me.I,ve always been into exec cars & i,ve owned nearly all of them inc...Mercs, (dont see what the fuss is about),Jags (wallet isnt that deep anymore,& if you think scorp electrics are bad !!!) & even beemers (not even getting into that one ).Basically pound for pound you wont get a more comfy,refined & individual car for "old banger" money.What do they drive ???? Mondeos ?? Vectras??? .To frightened to be individuals i you ask me.Sheep ...All of em >:(

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by bizzay1 on Oct 13^th, 2007, 7:31pm

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Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by peteHull on Oct 13^th, 2007, 8:21pm

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Absolutely true, the one thing about the Scorp which is evident in this post is its sheer ability to oust ingnorance and to show up stupidity and JEALOUSY.....

You keep enjoying your Scorp, love it and maintain it correctly and it will still be there long after all the aforementioned have become cubical lumps of Chineese raw materials.... ;D ;D

Pete

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by kittman on Oct 13^th, 2007, 11:05pm

Buy a cosworth and blow them into the weeds

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by taliban aka Cheekyboy2 on Oct 14^th, 2007, 1:31am

jaye, drivers will always cut you up whatever you drive, thats a fact of life, when the red mist comes down is when accidents happen, just learn to smile when they do it that really confuses em...... ;D

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by Jaye_Martin on Oct 14^th, 2007, 11:18pm

how fast will a 24 valve cossie go?

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by jonnycab on Oct 15^th, 2007, 12:45am

Hi Jaye...I see from your profile that you arent exactly a spring chicken, so what kind of cars do your mates drive ?.....Subaru Impreza's or summat ???

The Scorp is a fine car & I use mine every day as a licensed Taxi, & most punters reckon it's the most sumptuous & comfortable taxi on the rank....& it's nine years old ;)

Comments of..."wow this is so comfy, smooth & quiet...I feel like I'm being chauffeured", & "it's got a fare bit of pull on it for a big motor", are not uncommon ;)

Drive it with pride mate....I do ;)

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by Highlander on Oct 15^th, 2007, 7:33am

on 10/14/07 at 23:18:52, Jaye_Martin wrote:

how fast will a 24 valve cossie go?

limited to 140 mph

0-60 7.9 secs

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by Simmo on Oct 15^th, 2007, 8:01am

As they don't drive the car what the hell has it got to do with them!!. If you enjoy it that's all that matters. I've lost count of how many times I've been asked why I don't get a new car by those who must have the latest 'year plate'. Answer....." This will do anything yours will do in greater comfort, I like it and I haven't just lost a load of money driving it off the dealers forecourt nor am I paying a finance company a load of interest either!!. ;D Just enjoy like the rest of us. ;)

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by Scorpio_Mike on Oct 15^th, 2007, 9:22am

I've owned Granadas and now the Scorpio for most of the last 20 years or so...and had to put up with comments from workmates when I was in my mid 20's like 'Why are you driving an old man's car ?'. That was till they got a ride in it - then it was 'Cor this is comfy !' or similar.
Ignore the comments, you've got a great car - enjoy it ! They are just jealous.

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by Bren on Oct 15^th, 2007, 12:35pm

Answer = take them for a spin in it, they'll soon be converts

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by fordnut on Oct 15^th, 2007, 2:45pm

[] im a big bloke and the scorpio suits my frame for size and comfort i personaly really dont care what people say or think about me or my car i love it and thats all that matters.

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by Jaye_Martin on Oct 15^th, 2007, 3:58pm

hiya Jonny cab..yep you are 'bang on' I am not a spring chicken ..but my mates drive Mercs and Bmw's etc..financed up to the hilt I haste to add.

Without sounding brash..I also have a Merc (all paid up) but I always drive my Ultima because of the comfort factor.

I am wishing that the ultima derv had the reliability of merc however because it always seems that just when i am starting to really enjoy the old girl..it lets me down......
Seriously, every time i go out in it, I always have to check my AA membership ..it has a mind of it's own and has only done a miserly 81k.

I have known this car since new, my mate bought it with 1880 on clock, sold it to his aunty who completed 62k when i purchased it. It now has 81k on clock and always seems to be a let down..but I cant get rid of it cos its beauty is in it's uglyness and i always live in hope that after the latest repair..it wont let me down.....bit of a love hate relationship with this one.and my mates continue to rip the crap outta me.

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by jonnycab on Oct 16^th, 2007, 10:28am

I suppose with the Scorp starting to get on a bit, then things are gonna go wrong & need replacing & you have to have the enthusiam (& sometimes a fat wallet) to keep it on the road......just a case of weighing up the good & bad points ;)

As for your mates....middle aged men acting like immature school children who take the pee out of the kid who doesn't have the latest 'in' trainers....shame on them ::)

P.S...I live near to the biggest pikie camp in Europe & I've never seen any of them driving a Scorp....they do tend to drive around in expensive looking Beamers & Mercs though ;)

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by Jaye_Martin on Oct 16^th, 2007, 12:45pm

jeezus.....maybe im a pikey then......I'd.better go look in the mirror.

Ps does any body fancy coming pony trot racing down the A1 this weekend?

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by jonnycab on Oct 16^th, 2007, 1:15pm

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Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by Jaye_Martin on Oct 17^th, 2007, 1:44pm

see my last post..........rad gone.today................alternator broken.(casing split for some unknown reason and hanging on by a thread).......hair falling out..............bus pass renewed..anger management classes enrolled into
mates taking the mickey even more now!!!

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by Jaye_Martin on Oct 17^th, 2007, 1:46pm

I am thinking of creating a thread related to the times and tribulation of an Ultima owner

I think I will have to buy myself a temazipan and valium sandwich if this keeps on...

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by jonnycab on Oct 17^th, 2007, 2:49pm

Calling it names & beating it with a branch might help, although it never worked for Basil Fawlty }{

She's obviously a touchy old girl.......all I can suggest is try treating it to some shiney new chrome valve caps & reading it a bedtime story ;)...... ;D

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by Tons_of_fun on Oct 17^th, 2007, 3:01pm

Loud,obscene language works on mine :o.Everytime the ABS light comes on (above 15mph) it just tell it to "go fourth & multiply" at maximum volume & it goes out.Honestly,it,s happened 5 times now & every time i shout it goes out.Pity it dosent work on the wife though :'( ;D ;D

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by Jaye_Martin on Oct 17^th, 2007, 5:49pm

1st for ford have come up trumps....rad and alternator 56 quid all in..also been to B&Q purchased a nice strong tow rope, a step ladder and WH Smith for a will pack...........just in case

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by PeteB on Oct 18^th, 2007, 3:46pm

Do as she says........as long as you have 20k laying around for a 300C ;)

Pete

Title: Re: Object of ridicule
Post by STUTET74 on Oct 21^st, 2007, 8:40pm

Although mines a pain in the rear at the moment I still love it! Its not very common unlike mercs/bmw's etc, and cheap to buy, lots of great advice available on here and puts a smile on your face when u get in it with its gadgets and toys!!!!!!!!!!