Hello all - wanted one for years and now finally got round to saving a few g's so going to bite the bullet. Looking to buy asap
I own a VW Bay window already so have some exposure to the fun and games ahead.
My hard budget is 5k not a penny more - Looking for LWB (as I 6ft 3) and with wet weather gear as well. Any one know of something for sale? I am based in Surrey and wouldnt be able to contemplate too far afield.
Thanks in advance
Andy
Welcome Andy.
You're well placed for some other local buggys and I'm sure pointers/steers for buying a buggy will be along very soon.
Great and thank you... ;-)up
Welcome aboard mate - I`m sure we will find you something. ;-)up
Welcome to the forum.
I know of a SWB with wet weather gear for about £6 K in the Midlands - so completely opposite to what you are after ;)
Good luck with the hunt.
Welcome - best you look @ Poachers GP LWB worth every penny and ready for this summer. ;-)up
Here's the link fella - he's in Hemel http://www.beachbuggy.info/index.php/topic,10315.0.html
Thank you all. I did send poacher a pm.. Hope he sees it as I have 2 other Buggies looking at as well. Looking to get one ASAP.. Ie this week.
it`s a hi from me
Quote from: Andy_h_vw on June 20, 2017, 02:07:22 PM
Thank you all. I did send poacher a pm.. Hope he sees it as I have 2 other Buggies looking at as well. Looking to get one ASAP.. Ie this week.
I think Poachers is a good call. ;-)up He's not brill on computers so if you don't hear from him, just mention it on here and I will nudge him ;-)up :D :D
Quote from: AndyRobinson on June 20, 2017, 04:16:03 PM
Quote from: Andy_h_vw on June 20, 2017, 02:07:22 PM
Thank you all. I did send poacher a pm.. Hope he sees it as I have 2 other Buggies looking at as well. Looking to get one ASAP.. Ie this week.
I think Poachers is a good call. ;-)up He's not brill on computers so if you don't hear from him, just mention it on here and I will nudge him ;-)up :D :D
I pm him today but have 2 others have shortlisted. I like Poachers a lot and know I would treat it well (I own a 1978 Bay window and have done since 2006). However it is above my price range so will hopefully hear from him shortly before I have to go with one of the other 2.
Thanks everyone
Andy
I know it's early but bump....
Just wanted to see if anyone knows if anything else available, I really want to get one this week. Cash already in hand. :)
So I bought one... despite wanting a LWB with rain cover I got a SWB without... lol
Hope to post some pictures soon. Its just failed on a few minor things on the MOT so will be getting them sorted for the retest. rear mirror not fixed, battery not fixed and a bearing that needs replacing
I dont like the seats and the brake pedal is too high so may need to swap that out. Not sure if the pedal assembly is a complete unit and where to look. any pointers please.
happy days!
Yes happy days indeed.
And changes, adjustments and tinkering is all part of the daily running of most buggys...
Indeed - looking forward to getting the small adjustments done so can enjoy some local adventures in it. Thinking of adding a fuel gauge too (ran out of fuel this morning as forgot to check the levels)
[/b][/i]Heres some pics
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Oooh Aaar a MantaRay and in very smart looking condition - new even.
When push comes to shove (yes I know - quite often in a buggy !) I do infinitely prefer yellow to orange but thank God buggy owners aren't all alike in tastes !
Grin - I like yellow and orange. Less keen on Orange for a VW Bus but lovely on a buggy.
I am told its a mark 3? Though not 100% sure. It was built around 2006 and doesn't seem to have seen much action. I really would like to get some ideas around seats as mine really need to go further back, do you have pics of your buggy I can see? Also wondering if easy to replace the brake pedal assembly with something shorter. (again do you have any pictures of yours?)
More pictures of mine here
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come on folks don't be shy :)
JUst looking at the rollbar running to the windscreen- WTF - that is of no use what so ever- maybe if you cut it from the main hoop you could then lean that towards the back of the buggy to allow the seats to also go further back - just an idea- cool looking buggy thou 8) 8) 8)
Looking good ;-)up
Quote from: HUDGE BUGGY on June 22, 2017, 02:39:06 PM
JUst looking at the rollbar running to the windscreen- WTF - that is of no use what so ever- maybe if you cut it from the main hoop you could then lean that towards the back of the buggy to allow the seats to also go further back - just an idea- cool looking buggy thou 8) 8) 8)
That was my first impression - why on earth the bar attaches to the windscreen - lol
I might try looking at different seats entirely (and fit some runners at the same time) - so many questions ;D ;D
Only benefit of that bit of rollbar is to support the screen, but really odd
Lovely looking Buggy other than that. Now the work starts to make it your own
Dave
Mazda MX 5 seats would fit - Gary (Big GP) has always got some for sale - we think he collects them. ;-)(-;
Andy you'll have to listen to those wise and informed members on this forum about pedal possibilities. I think mine are standard and so not what you're looking for:
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My MantaRay has certainly seen some action under my watch - that's why it's engine is presently in all its bits between Snoopys garden shed and my garage. The body work is cracked, dented and abraded and a Mark II. Hence I had many issues with front tyres rubbing on the lights resulting in me fitting (Hunter's advice) small American lights.
She's got bags of personality but unlike yours isn't in the show & shine category.
Don't be fooled by the camera's flattering glossing over of the paintwork.
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Thanks for replies and pics folks. I can see that my pedals are much higher, so will investigate looking into a different part.
I think I will start with relocating seats so they get further back. Maybe some cobreau? Or prep. Must do some research.
:)
Welcome ORANGE is the best colour by far
You will find everything you need in this forum it's really helpful
But also being in Surrey I know the southern lot meet up in you're area you should go along that way you can get so many ideas from seeing what other people have done and of course a wealth of knowledge
Welcome to the forum buddy i am also in surrey as for the windscreen brace it stops the screen flexing when pulling a hood on tight
Quote from: chrisbarker on June 23, 2017, 06:21:45 AM
Welcome to the forum buddy i am also in surrey as for the windscreen brace it stops the screen flexing when pulling a hood on tight
ah makes sense! thank you ;-)up
Quote from: Andy_h_vw on June 23, 2017, 09:40:55 AM
Quote from: chrisbarker on June 23, 2017, 06:21:45 AM
Welcome to the forum buddy i am also in surrey as for the windscreen brace it stops the screen flexing when pulling a hood on tight
ah makes sense! thank you ;-)up
Thats something I have learned today as well ;-)up
Hello and welcome ;-)up
Thank you - its nice to be here. Looking forward to reading up on the posts and getting up to speed on things. Love to learn new stuff so this forum is pretty cool.
:D
Always say to newbie passengers please do not pull yourself up on the screen surround it saves embarrassment and breakages.
Quote from: Dave DND on June 23, 2017, 09:45:44 AM
Quote from: Andy_h_vw on June 23, 2017, 09:40:55 AM
Quote from: chrisbarker on June 23, 2017, 06:21:45 AM
Welcome to the forum buddy i am also in surrey as for the windscreen brace it stops the screen flexing when pulling a hood on tight
ah makes sense! thank you ;-)up
Thats something I have learned today as well ;-)up
Hi! And if you do sell the seats let me know!
Quote from: Jonny on June 23, 2017, 10:53:35 PM
Hi! And if you do sell the seats let me know!
Johnny.. you mean me? Just down the road from you in Woking by the looks of it.
:)
Evening all. I am now looking to sell my buggy. I havent used it since I moved from Surrey, and its best if I free up the space.
Its been laid up for a while (no MOT), but whats the best way to get it sold? Thanks in advance
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Quote from: Andy_h_vw on May 16, 2026, 08:59:33 PMbut whats the best way to get it sold? Thanks in advance
You could start by sticking it in the FOR SALE section one here ::)
;D
Quote from: Dave DND on May 17, 2026, 05:35:02 PMQuote from: Andy_h_vw on May 16, 2026, 08:59:33 PMbut whats the best way to get it sold? Thanks in advance
You could start by sticking it in the FOR SALE section one here ::)
;D
;D
well that didnt take long - sale pending ;-)