Spaceman
- 28 Jan 2005 23:56
CLOSED - THANKS to all customers for the last few years
mg
- 11 Apr 2007 10:05
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Blimey, you lot don't half go on - took me ages to read all those posts.
Anyway, I've just had a full english at Frank's caff on the corner - only 4.10 - witha large mug of tea and 2 slices of toast - and it got me thinking.
There never seems to be any discussion of costs at this place and then I realised - MoneyAM is taking the charges straight out of my bank account every time I have a cup of tea or lemon drizzle cake - and have you seen the prices - they do it on a monthly basis as well - whether I have anything to eat or drink or not !!
This thread represents a way of softening the blow of those extortionate stealth taxes - this is supposed to be an open and transparent BB - I'm going to complain to the management, my MP and that bloke who writes for the Sunday Mail.
Harumph
Moaning mg of Moravia
JStratford
- 11 Apr 2007 10:11
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Bluey, just thought I should be a little bit more formal when asking for forgiveness!
mg, you mean you haven't filled out form A112xdeFG67 part 3iii section C2? It allows you to reclaim fully all costs at 250% due to the location of the cafe in a tax haven. It's the only way I make any money out of this shares lark!
Bluelady
- 11 Apr 2007 10:16
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Hi mg-
first sentence- yes isn't it nice as they are such a friendly bunch.
second sentence- they let you out for day release, lol.
third sentence- MAM must be treating you differently than myself. Is that a good thing for me or a bad thing ie I'll get an annual fee.
fourth sentence- go for it!!!
Hi J Stratford- That was very kind and polite then ;0).
Spaceman
- 11 Apr 2007 10:16
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Dont worry about mg, he is still sulking about me and Uma.
Spaceman
- 11 Apr 2007 10:20
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Still not talking about cars...
Here are pictures of the types of car that make up the rest of my fleet ;-)
2007 VW Golf R32
1997 Audi A6
1987 Porsche 944S
To complete the eco friendly picture, I manage to get an infinte MPG figure out of 2 of them all the time, this is due to the fact that there are only 2 of us so at least 2 of the cars are not being driven even when we are both out in a car. I regard this as the ultimate eco friendly car ownership scheme.
And whats more they are all fully taxed and insured.
Fundamentalist
- 11 Apr 2007 10:24
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Morning all
coffee and bacon sarnie please
yes Jeff it was a great game and yes Arsenal fans are gutted (and slightly worried if they lose on saturday they wont even be in next yrs comp)
Bluelady
- 11 Apr 2007 10:27
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Hi Spaceman- LOL, great cars, I really enjoy looking at cars and discussing their merits....so after careful consideration the only thing which I can say about them truthfully is 'Great colours'.
Good morning Fundamentalist, coffee and bacon sarnie on it's way.
JStratford
- 11 Apr 2007 10:40
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Spacie... all too new for me I'm afraid, apart from the Porsche, although I do prefer the early 911 air cooled turbos. Don't own anything post 1986 (with one exception) although I do have the misfortune to drive more modern vehicles if I'm not very careful! Regarding multiple vehicles per person - my point exactly, you can only ever drive one vehicle at a time and in my case I rarely manage to have them all running at any one point, so I need spare vehicles for when the others need some TLC.
Bluey, me kind and polite? You've got to be kidding ;-)
Spaceman
- 11 Apr 2007 10:44
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JS, in fact 2 of mine are not running at the moment (944s and A6) but they only have minor issues that I will sort out this week. What cars do you have ?
The pictures above are not my actual cars although the 944s is exactly the same as mine, my A6 is a 1.8T base model with different wheels but it is green and my R32 is silver. The R32 has DSG and is a fantastic car to drive.
stockbunny
- 11 Apr 2007 10:49
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As I thought Jeremy Clarkson is disguise ;>)
Buy a motorised carrot - totally eco friendly, runs on carrot juice and completely recyclable - well it is if your a bunny ;.)
JStratford
- 11 Apr 2007 10:54
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At the risk of boring everyone...
Morris Minor saloon 1098cc complete rebuild and now in show condition
Various Land Rovers ranging from the 1950's through to my beloved 1985 V8 90 (Sad I know)
Jaguar XJS V12 (awaiting serious rebuild work!)
Toyota Corolla GT Coupe Holomogation unit
Westfield 1800
Sorry nothing fancy, in process of trying to find a 1978 pontic transam and a 60's Mustang Fastback, but both have to be manual's
stockbunny
- 11 Apr 2007 10:59
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Boys 'n' toys gentlemen...boys 'n' toys ;>)
Spaceman
- 11 Apr 2007 11:01
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JS, That sounds like a fun stable.
Is the 85 V8 an original build or a conversion of some sort? (army)
Spaceman
- 11 Apr 2007 11:02
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buny, but I also have a collection of sewing machines and Ironing boards.....
its probably best that I dont talk about my doll collection ?
stockbunny
- 11 Apr 2007 11:08
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Spacie - you worry me at times ;>)
OK buffet style cold meats, cheeses and salad for lunch - ready from 11.30 - help yourselves and wash your plates up ;>)
Bluelady
- 11 Apr 2007 11:09
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Hi Spaceman, How do you do the photos? It seemed so easy using the top far right button except it comes up as blank when previewed and when posted. Is the ability to download photo images only allowed for those posters with more than two cars?
Or an upgrade in MAM services?
JStratford
- 11 Apr 2007 11:12
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Spacie, the V8 started out as a basic 2.3 straight 4. I bought it when I was 15 and have been 'improving' her continuously. The 3.5 V8 went in a couple of years back, and then last year I did some large modifications to the whole vehicle to improve power and economy. So she's definitely a hybrid with more extras planned as time allows!
Bunny, yeah I know it's sad, but believe me, they can't talk back and they're always ready to play. I only have to go and turn the key in the V8 and it puts a huge smile on my face or alternatively get the GT held in a nice drift (obviously not on public roads) to make me feel alive. Believe me, when asked which was more important, her or the cars, it took a lot of effort to say the right thing!
Mug of tea anyone?
stockbunny
- 11 Apr 2007 11:14
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Well I can understand that JS - I remember having the same problem myself except the 'other party' wasn't cars in my case but my moggies ;>)
mg
- 11 Apr 2007 11:22
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Now I know why Uma is still with spacenick - I used to have a 944 - penis red with gold wheels - very tasteful - and perfect for the trade I used to be in. Unfortunately, tried to add a Ford Fiesta to the front, but it didn't fit, so it is available for spares if you're interested superspacestud. I'll accept swaps - especially if Uma is available.
Haven't had a reply from the MoneyAM management, MP or that bloke who writes about stuff in the Sunday Mail.
Will write another email to the Prime Minister, President of the USA and Director General of the UN if I don't hear back in the next 30 minutes.