punky 161 1 Vehicles Report post Posted November 21, 2018 Hi, this may be a bit of a long shot, but just wondering if there is any one available to go and eyeball an Esprit engine for me in the AB25 area? I just need someone to confirm it exists and its general condition before I either pay a lot of money and await its delivery or embark on a 1000 mile round trip to collect. Thanks Andy. Quote http://www.thelotusforums.com/forums/topic/8126-30-v6-conversion/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bravo73 1,181 Report post Posted November 21, 2018 There would appear to be over 30 TLFers in the Aberdeen area: https://www.thelotusforums.com/forums/membermap/ Maybe a PM to a few of the more active posters might elicit a response? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C8RKH 5,448 2 Vehicles Report post Posted November 21, 2018 I would absolutely trust and recommend @johnpwalsh from Lotus Rescue. He knows the engines and Esprits inside out and is a top bloke. 1 Quote Alcohol. Sex. Tobacco. Drugs. Chocolate. Meh! NOTHING in this world is as addictive as an Evora +0. It's not for babies! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eclat22 97 1 Vehicles Report post Posted November 21, 2018 +1 for John at Lotus Rescue Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
esp88 52 Report post Posted November 21, 2018 Hi Andy It looks like same Engine I was bid on Ebay and now I also got offer from him. And he is not accecpting PayPal because of the cost. Y.Hotta P.s what price the engine you got offer for ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnpwalsh 1,302 4 Vehicles Report post Posted November 21, 2018 Posted on behalf of Hubby as he cant not log on here as he his away working, I have seen the post about someone needed to check out an engine, I can do that, also have an engine for sale if can pass the message to who posted it as I cant log on from here. Andy I have sent you a PM 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
punky 161 1 Vehicles Report post Posted November 21, 2018 Many thanks Mrs Walsh Email sent. Hi Yasuo, I didn't get an offer I actually won the auction! Did he send you an offer after the auction finished? Quote http://www.thelotusforums.com/forums/topic/8126-30-v6-conversion/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
esp88 52 Report post Posted November 21, 2018 Very strange I got eBay msg : "Are you still interested in buying my Lotus engine? The highest bidder proved to be a time waster, he's from Poland and told me to wait around 4 weeks until he's able to come in U.K. to collect it, i am sorry for him but i can't wait so long. If you are still interested please contact me and maybe we can arrange a deal. Kind Regards, John" and offering price :£3000 ! So, be careful and hope John Walsh will help you to find out ! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
punky 161 1 Vehicles Report post Posted November 21, 2018 OK, Thanks Yasuo for the Heads up! Yes, the seller refer's to himself as John and obviously doesn't mind telling a lie. I only became suspicious during the communication between us once the sale was over. Saying that though, he is still offering me the option to pay cash on collection. The plot thickens!!! Quote http://www.thelotusforums.com/forums/topic/8126-30-v6-conversion/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Advantage 910 Report post Posted November 22, 2018 Road trip! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
esp88 52 Report post Posted November 22, 2018 Just received from Ebay| MC010 Account Security Communication Partner Warning Our records show that you recently contacted or received messages from iridia666 through eBay's messaging system. This account was recently found to have been accessed by an unauthorized third party, who may have used the account in an attempt to defraud other members. So, Andy you should contact Ebay before take any action! I think there are so many fake on Ebay these days Yasuo 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
punky 161 1 Vehicles Report post Posted November 22, 2018 Yes me too! It seems that I did smell a rat. Although not until after the sale. whereupon! 1.He seemed far too keen to get the deal done and get the money. 2. bad spelin and, not grammer good? 3.Was not interested in a phone call to discuss collection and payment. 4.Was being quite pushy in explaining how trustworthy he was. An honest family man with his honest job and his wife and two daughters so can you send the money now! Also having a good forum community to help confirm your suspicions is worth its weight in subscriptions! I haven't parted with any money though so no harm done. I'm just disappointed as this package would of been perfect for repairing the fire damaged S4. 1 Quote http://www.thelotusforums.com/forums/topic/8126-30-v6-conversion/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bravo73 1,181 Report post Posted November 22, 2018 1 hour ago, punky said: I'm just disappointed as this package would of been perfect for repairing the fire damaged S4. Not all is lost. I think that @johnpwalsh was saying that he also has an engine for sale. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C8RKH 5,448 2 Vehicles Report post Posted November 22, 2018 1 hour ago, punky said: I haven't parted with any money though so no harm done. Though you have of course reported the seller to ebay? Speak to @johnpwalsh, his reputation is spot on, he's a top bloke, and he knows Esprits... Quote Alcohol. Sex. Tobacco. Drugs. Chocolate. Meh! NOTHING in this world is as addictive as an Evora +0. It's not for babies! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
punky 161 1 Vehicles Report post Posted November 22, 2018 I haven't, but judging by the amount of emails i received from eBay this morning I think they know. It seems it was another hacked account which they say they have now restored. I have been in touch with John,and told him the situation. Quote http://www.thelotusforums.com/forums/topic/8126-30-v6-conversion/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
esp88 52 Report post Posted November 22, 2018 I sent a copy of the mail to Ebay. Andy I hope you may find a spare parts for your S4. Yasuo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
punky 161 1 Vehicles Report post Posted November 22, 2018 Thanks mate! Although I think this car may be gagging for an engine conversion! Quote http://www.thelotusforums.com/forums/topic/8126-30-v6-conversion/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Barrykearley 6,210 Report post Posted November 22, 2018 What about MacLaren 12c enigine or a v8 5l supercharged landrover ? Quote Only here once Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
