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    2007 QP well here goes (engine mounts )

    Martin didn't want to use an air pressured tool for subframe bolts, agree but mostly because of not enough torque. What I did is soak the bolts (2 hidden ones) in oil several times and used an electrical hitachi machine. Most people start hammering to loosen and keep on doing so. Trick...
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    Engine/gearbox mounts for QP

    perhaps checking the brake discs at the front would surprise you if somewhat curved at either side can cause a wobble (as I learned on a v8 bmw after replacing like complete suspension arms etc)
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    User error leads to trunk failure....

    no way you are taking your car over there to replace that boot lock! Sir. it's fitting two bolts and a connector....ok, and some trim
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    Alternative parts, what everyone needs to know...

    for those in need of an a/c pump this firm has reasonable prices for delphi (very commonly used in lots of car brands and similar in maserati/ferrari cars)
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    Been told I need a new A/C compressor £2500???!!!

    please send this firm an e-mail as you can see I bought mine for a lot less install should take no longer than 2 hours of work and 60quid for r134a gas
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    QPV till 2007 for those interested: some details removing consoles front and rear

    perhaps you're interested in how consoles are mounted whenever you may want to repair some trim, especially the rear console as the corners of the vinyl are vulnerable. I have various vinyl trim replaced by alcantara in a matching contrast colour as the colour of the vinyl is not easy to match...
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    hi there

    took it for a spin yesterday, together with my son had new tires mounted on front first we drive an older v8 bmw which I considered fast..I didn't expect this haha..280 on the speedo and the way it went there, no effort at all this is serious
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    first attempt for improvement: front bumper enblem replaced

    Indeed I appreciate your way of moving around haha as for the sud, I recall it driving like a go-kart with the ti engine you have a classic on hand: in Holland only few left and sell at top price
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    first attempt for improvement: front bumper enblem replaced

    As I mentioned in my introduction, I like to work on my cars. somehow it makes me more connected to a car by getting to know how it's put together. anyhow, did I mention my very first car was an Alfasud? Well, its reputation was, how shall I put this , Italian. I might come to this later on...
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    hi there

    Thank you for your kind welcomes. I also would like to have the car sit in a garage like the photo shows: it is the dealer's For the colour: indeed it is a not so common light blue with a cognac interior and shows the lines of the car very nice. See you somewhere around here. Stef
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    hi there

    good evening After 30 years wanting one, I did it Bought a maser qpv 2005 duoselect, like it a lot, it's not gentle, nor am I, maser is prettier though like to take care of my cars myself if I can be of assistance to you pls feel free to ask, I will certainly feel free to ask you...