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I think the picture almost speaks for itself, well it does for me. It says “buy me buy me” but my wallet replies “In your bloody dreams mate!”. If I had a spare $300,000 my name would definitely be on the pre-order list of 100 cars hitting our shores (Australia) in November.

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I’d also love to have Jay Kay’s (Jamiroquai) beautiful black 1954 Maserati A6 G54 in my garage.

The odometer of my Mitsubishi Lancer MR just hit 148,000 which meant it was time for her to receive a service. So I sent her off to see Autolab on Pittwater Road Manly from a friends recommendation. Now she runs straight and like a new car and so she should for the amount of money I spent. The following details requested, required and completed work.

Work to be done at my request Platinum minor service, 4 wheel alignment, acceleration lack power, also fault on de-acceleration, handbrake adjustment, clutch fluid flush, engine decoke and wheel balance rotation.

Work done Apply engine and fuel system cleaning additives, grease, oil change and fluid level checks. Replace oil filter, run engine, check for leaks. Pressure test cooling system, check condition of exhaust system, front and rear suspension and steering components. Lubricate and inspect transmission leakages. Check drive train components. If necessary remove and replace road wheels to inspect and adjust front and rear brakes including hand brake. Inspect and adjust accessory dive belts. Check tyre pressures including spare tyre and adjust as necessary. Check operation of all lights and indicators, horn, windscreen wipers and washers. Detailing including clean and protect all upholstery, dashboard, centre console and trims, vacuum seats, carpet and floor mats, windows cleaned inside and out, scent and tyre shine. Comphrensive mechanical inspection, 30 point safety check and report. Reset vechicle computer/service light (as required). Check clutch slave cylinder and master cylinder for any signs of leakage or deterioration. Vacuum all contaminated fluid from clutch master cylinder reservoir. Refill reservoir, flush and bleed the entire clutch hydraulic system. Disable vehicle fuel system. Connect on ca engine de-coke/injector cleaning machine. Run engine on solvent/fuel mix at idle ad fast idle speeds. Remove machine and re-assemble injection system. Remove intake system to clean throttle body with solvent. Re-assemble and test drive vehicle. Administer in tank fuel system cleaning additive. Remove four wheels, check rims and tyres for run-out and balance. Adjust tyre pressures. Balance four wheels. Pick best position for wheels and replace on vehicle rotating as required.

Parts and materials Windscreen washer additive, Wshop supplies/Enviro Levy, Injector and Carby Cleaner, Engine Flush, Oil Filter, Formula 5000, Disc Brake Fluid, Decoke Purge, Quill, Dyno-tabs Power Booster and ULP Premium Unleaded Fuel.

Repairs Setup alignment heads and carry out computer wheel alignment and replace leaking middle to rear exhaust sections

Report 75% of front and 60% of rear brake material remaining, 70% of front and 60% of rear tyre remaining, Battery condition good and required attention (non-urgent) of slight front brake shudder.

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1997 MITSUBISHI LANCER CE MR, 138,000kms, 2dr Coupe, 5 speed Manual, 4 cylinder Petrol Multi-point injected 1.8L (1834cc).

4 Speaker Stereo, Adjustable Steering Column, Air Conditioning, Alarm,Alloy Wheels, Body Colour - Bumpers, Body Kit - F&R Spoilers, Skirts, Rear Ap, Cd Player, Central Locking, Electric Mirrors, Engine Immobiliser, Fog Lamps - Front, Intermittent Wipers, Log Books, Power Door Mirrors, Power Windows - Front & Rear, Power Steering, Remote Boot/Hatch Release, Remote Central Locking, Remote Fuel Lid Release, Spoiler - Rear, Tacho, Tinted Windows.