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NIIIIIICE Incidently, are these not from the same vintage?

Hmm strange....that they don't manufacture parts in SEA for the older models too neda? Not that I'm complaining that BJ parts are cheaper

Lancer CK2? Just a guess tho...not very fluent in Mitsubishi he he

I can't even think of what the difference is man....thats crazy though to have two way off prices for the same part....... Its more than double the price at new rainbow.....

Machang ripper although more expensive Autoart are the 'dogs bollocks' in the scale model world. I'm sure many here will have other preferences but my choice would be AA. Their attention to detail and workmanship are indeed awesome. However musn't put down ERTL cause they've got some pretty good work.....they also specialise in more of the rarer models.... GuruG.....I've found that if you give them one car just to touch, maybe roll along a little, ( under supervision of course) but then gently but firmly tell them that they are daddas cars and are not to be played with, the kids tend to stay away.....yet there is the odd day that all that firmness is ignored.... Better yet get them a cheaper version of something simmilar.......you know the freely available pull back action cars....that helps better than telling them

Oh there'll be clones.....that I'm sure of...... Hmm yeah true that on price.......don't even want to think of the OTR in SL price he he he. Eye candy at least

OH BABY........ *sigh* How much do ya thinks one of these ...if ever they come over.....will cost???? Not that I'd be able to afford one, but just for curiosity's sake

Many Happy Returns machang...Best wishes for great year ahead.

Machang you can get it checked at the Agents...if you want you can get it fixed there as well. I spent only Rs 8000/- for one. Call Devaka on 0714817020 an say your a friend of mine...he'll help you out.

WOW!!!! 14K for one sensor??????? or could it be that 14 K is for both? that seems ok then. Machang I had to replace my left rear ABS sensor early this year and it cost me only Rs. 8000 at the agents. Oh and they did have it in stock.....replaced in about an hour and a half. Time inclusive of checking the car on the diagnostic system and finding the fault. My car is a BJ5P but then I'm assuming the sensor that comes in both the BHALP and the BJ5P could be the same thing...... Best not to go for a recon machang as there is no warranty, and being used, could fail at any time......parts like this I feel are better replaced new. Rohnd might be right about Asiri and Rainbow too.......you should check them as well before buying a recon.

LOL....Yeah machang, I think the only thing on the policy makers mind was, 'how do we get in more money to our kitty?' Starightening out indiciplined motorists will have to be done once the sops dicipline themselves..... Indeed worrying supra............but then this is really to their advantage ne? sad state of affairs.

a bit late I know but thanks all......

In case anyone is wonderin...I don't know why that smiley with the shades appears near item 161 - 51 - tried but couldn't get rid of it............

Got this on e-mail this morning............Not sure if these are true but thought I'd post and get some feedback. It seems absurd to say the least that you would have to report each an every accident that occurs. Of course this is only if a claim is filed I'm thinking......even then Motor Traffic (Amendment) Act, No. 8 of 2009 Registration, Possession and Use of Motor Vehicles Section Amendment 2 Unregistered vehicles cannot be on the road unless on a garage/dealer’s plate or temporary permit and used for testing or registration purposes or removal from the customs only. 1st offence: not less than Rs.2,500 and not exceeding Rs.5,000- 2nd offence: not less than Rs.5,000- and not exceeding Rs.10,000- 3rd or subsequent offence: not less than Rs.10,000 and not exceeding Rs.15,000- 2A (new) Its an offence to use a vehicle that is • Modified without the approval of the Commissioner-General • Assembled otherwise than brand new parts • Mechanically defective • Fails to comply with prescribed standards • Stolen • False identity • Chassis number tampered with 1st offence: Not less than Rs.50,000- and not exceeding Rs.100,000- or one month imprisonment or both 2nd offence: Not less than Rs.100,000- and not exceeding Rs.200,000- or two months imprisonment or both 3rd or subsequent offence: Not less than Rs.200,000- and not exceeding Rs. 300,000- or six months imprisonment or both 3 No person under the age of 18 years shall be registered as the owner of a motor vehicle 10 Shall inform and obtain approval from the Commissioner General • If any details of the registration is changed • Change of class, alterations, external appearance, seating capacity etc. Not less than Rs. 10,000- but not exceeding Rs. 20,000- 12 A registered owner shall within 14 days inform the Commissioner of the change of possession of the vehicle by filing Form A New owner cannot use unless has applied for transfer within 14 days after change of possession. The new owner shall retain Forms B1 and C1 Submission of forged documents thereof Not less than Rs. 3,000- but not exceeding Rs. 6,000- Fine Not less than Rs. 100- for each day after the 14th day up to 44th day of such failure. Exceeding 44 days; not less than Rs. 5,000- and not exceeding Rs. 10,000- Not less than Rs. 10,000- but not exceeding Rs. 15,000- Section Amendment Penalty 18 (5) If a motor vehicle is declared unroardworthy consequent to an accident or other circumstances, the Commissioner-General shall suspend registration (7) Upon cancellation, the identification plate to be returned to Commissioner-General within 7 days 18 (9) A motor vehicle shall be written off only if:- • The vehicle has been damaged by collusion, fire, flood, accident, trespass or other event or circumstances • The insurer or the owner makes a determination that the extent of damage is such that the value of salvage plus the repair cost exceed the market value immediately before the event (10) An insurer is taken to have made a determination if the insurer:- • Allows a claim for the full insured value • Disposes of the vehicle to a 3rd party (11) A registered owner is taken to have made a determination if he disposes of the vehicle to a wrecker 1st offence: Not less than Rs. 10,000- but not exceeding Rs. 20,000- 2nd or subsequent offence: Not less than Rs. 20,000- but not exceeding Rs. 30,000- 106 (21) No sum shall be payable by an insurer under Section 105 in respect of: • The plaintiff within 7 days of the commencement of the action has given notice to the insurer with name of the court, case number, names of the parties to the action, insurance policy number, and nature of the action and require the insurer to answer the plaint before a specified date. • Every notice shall accompany a copy of the plaint • Insurer shall be a party to such action and shall be entitled to defend 106 112A (new) (22) Where a person transfers to another the ownership of the vehicle together with the insurance, the insurance shall be deemed to have been transferred with effect from that date. Transfer shall include transfer of rights and liabilities. Transferee shall apply within 44 days from the date of transfer apply to insurer for making the necessary changes. Section Amendment Penalty 122 Classification of motor vehicles into 10 types Driving of specified other classes of vehicles 123 (2) (a) A person who wishes to learn to drive a motor vehicle shall make an application to the Commissioner-General for a Learner Permit and obtain an insurance cover in accordance with Section 99 Light vehicles: 17 years of age or above Heavy vehicles: 20 years of age or above 132B (new) Any person who is a visitor to Sri Lanka and possessing a valid international driving licence issued by any Contracting State or States acceded to Vienna Convention, shall be deemed to posses a driving licence to drive the class or classes or vehicles specified in the driving permit 138 (1A) © If any person possess more than one driving licence issued by Commissioner-General at any one time or is in the possession of driving licence of another person without lawful authority, shall be guilty of an offence Not less than Rs. 10,000- and not exceeding Rs. 15,000- and to the confiscation of such licence 138A (new) Each driving licence holder shall inform the Commissioner-General by registered post or personal delivery, of any changes in his residence and postal address within 30 days of such change and the Commissioner-General shall endorse the changes 1st offence: Not less than Rs. 1,000- and not exceeding Rs. 2,000- 2nd offence: Not less than Rs. 2,000- and not exceeding Rs. 3,000- 3rd or subsequent offence: Not less than Rs. 3,500- and cancellation of the driving licence 155A (new) (1) a person shall be guilty of an offence if the motor vehicle driven by him emits smoke, visible vapour, grit, sparks, ashes, cinder, grease or oil substance which is likely to cause health hazard, injury or annoyance, obscure visibility or cause damage to any road, public place or property. 1st offence: Not less than Rs. 2,000- and not exceeding Rs. 5,000- 2nd or subsequent offence: Not less than Rs. 5,000- and not exceeding Rs. 10,000- 157A (new) Use of seat belts (Regulations to be made) 1st offence: Not less than Rs. 1,000- and not exceeding Rs. 2,000- 2nd offence: Not less than Rs. 2,000- and not exceeding Rs. 3,000- 3rd or subsequent offence: Not less than Rs. 3,500- and cancellation of the driving licence Section Amendment Penalty 160 Use of amplifying equipment Not less than Rs. 3,000- and not exceeding Rs. 5,000- 161 (51) a) A driver shall forthwith report an accident to the nearest Police Station Fine - Not less than Rs. 3,000- and not exceeding Rs. 5,000- 161 (51) The insurer shall inform the officer in charge of the nearest police station of such accident with details regarding the accident, names and addresses of the parties involved in the accident as informed to him by the person making the claim Fine Not less than Rs. 5,000- and not exceeding Rs. 10,000- 218 Penalty for driving without certificate of insurance or certificate of fitness or emission certificate – contravening Section 99 or Sub-section (5) or (6) of Section 196 Not less than Rs. 5,000- and not exceeding Rs. 25,000- or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding one month or to both 232E A police officer may detain the driver of a motor vehicle • Refuses to give his name and address or gives false information • Involved in an accident resulting in death or grievous injury • Consumed alcohol or drugs • In possession of false or forged documents or false number plates • Forged or altered chassis or engine number • Possession of a stolen vehicle 232F (2) A police office may detain a motor vehicle • Driver is unable to produce a valid policy of insurance under Section 99 • Does not posses a valid driving licence • Belongs to a dealer, repairer or manufacturer who does not hold a respective registration certificate 240 “Accident” means 1. which occurs or originates on a road, street or any other place open to public traffic 2. which results in one or more persons being killed or injured or causes damage to property and 3. in which at least one moving vehicle was involved and includes collusion between vehicles, between vehicles and pedestrians and between vehicles and animals or fixed objects and includes accidents in which one vehicle alone is involved

Hey Thanks Indy and Mini.......appreciate your wishes

Guys I don't know the authenticity of this story but just imagine getting your hands on a car like this...WOW. Got this on e-mail. Sorry I can't seem to get the pics on, but found the same story on the net so there must be 'some' authenticity to it I guess....... http://blog.al.com/engine-block/2009/06/19...coupe_with.html They ARE still out there somewhere! ! ! check out the dealer installed "oil filter" , and the rusty carb? 1950 Chevrolet Club Coupe 437 original, actual miles, only 3 owners. Purchased new by Mr. and Mrs. Jessie Trueblood of Modesto. Shortly after purchasing this car, Mr. Trueblood took a day off to go fishing. While waiting for the "big one" to bite he witnessed a woman fall out of her boat. Mr. Trueblood jumped in to help only to fall victim of a fatal heart attack. Mrs. Trueblood returned the car home and placed it in the garage for the next 12 years. The odometer reading at that time (1962) was 413 miles. Mrs. Trueblood lived next door to a used car lot owned by Mr. William E. Wilson (now 81 years old). Mr. Wilson spoke with her frequently and often told her he would like to buy the car for himself to keep. In 1962 the time had come. Mrs. Trueblood told Mr. Wilson she needed a car for her bookkeeper who didn't really care for the ol' Chevy and would prefer a Rambler. No problem. Mr. Wilson went down to the local Rambler dealer and bought a brand new one for $1,650.00 ($100.00 over cost) and made the swap. He then took the car home and parked it with 433 actual miles. And there it sat for the next 45 years, occasionally being started and moved in and out of the garage. In 2007 Mr. Wilson decided to sell the car and started spreading the word around Modesto that the ol' Chevy with 433 miles on it was for sale. Many had heard about the car, but hardly anyone had ever laid eyes on it. In fact, according to Mr. Wilson he believes he only showed the car to about 5 people in 45 years. Word spread quickly about the car and soon a buyer arrived ready and willing to pay the $60,000 asking price. When Mr. Wilson told me the story of this car he complained heavily of the "capital gains" tax he was required to pay and wished he had never sold it. As of this writing, Mr. Wilson is still alive and well in Modesto and can verify the miles and originality of this car. Simply put, this is a true 100% factory original survivor (that includes the air in the tires). This ol' Chevy now has 437 original miles and is most likely the world's lowest mileage 1950 Chevy.

It's this weekend. This link will give you the info youre looking for machang........... http://#####/newsletter/?p=1064

sorry repost

A bit????? lol..... also I feel that this sorta thing will take a long time to be taken on by most in SL, even if they don't mind the cost. Although some road names keep changing and are not know by all, most would know how to get where, with possibly a few 'helpful directions' from passers by. In Colombo anyway.......... The outstation roads are quite straightfoward anyway, so that makes things easier....a updated map and an able navigator in the form of wife / GF / Other will help there. Having said all this however, there are several areas within Colombo and the burbs that could use a navi..... so lets hope for a speedy downfall in price he he.

I agree with Andrew....just a publicity stunt. Well it looked that way from the exchange on the vid anyway. Besides What would be the purpose of 'unmasking' the Stig anyway...that would make things less exciting ne? Then what of the future? new Stig comin in ?

I do see your point machang but at the same time, safety is a concern....especially in an open top where your risk is even higher. I'd go for the lap belts...why mess with the nice interior man????

LOL....can't help but laugh at Helraizors errr comment....... But seriously guys, rather than a 3 point belt, could your cars not be fitted with lap belts? I'm thinkin they'd do the job effectively enough if properly fitted in. Or the possibility of a 'normal' belt that would be anchored just over your shoulder at the back of the seat? just a thought. What the piggies would say to these belts is beyond me tho....ignoramus's that they are Uncomfortable they may be my friend but they be what keeps you from meeting your maker a little early.... As for the kids mine are always strapped in.....my son who is 20 months rides in his car seat and my daughter who's 4 is strapped in to the back seat.....if she complains, she's put on a couple of pillows. This helps her see ou which is what she wants. I personally think its very irresponsible of parents to let kids "run around" in the car......if they are trained from a young age they will learn to stay strapped in. Both mine travel very well even for 4 to 5 hour journey's strapped in because I feel they've gotten used to it............ I have a collegue in office who is now trying to get her 4 year old used to the belt with the greatest of difficulty............Kids should be well protected after all they are more precious to us that anything right?

LOL...Yeah but it does help if you have a wife like mine who encourages me to do it and only yells at me a little when I don't clean em However getting them here isn't easy like it used to be.....planet 99 has closed down, Odel stocks are very minimal...but I heard that if you contact an importer called pee bee marketing you can get access to a warehouse full.........no contact number tho...will see if I can get it and post. Makes life easir than importing direct....

Hey Congrats macho .........I agree with Pradfred "welcome to the sleepless zone" he he It aint all bad tho....

awwww they be beauties machang...........I have a small collection of 1/18 's as well but having two kids and collecting expensive model cars isn't easy he he. Especially if the kids are now able to reach them *sigh* Here's a site which you might going thru....... http://118gallery.com/