andrea.biondo@studen

Hi, Now that the ink has dried on the registration paperwork for my new Stagea, I can tell you all about the experience. It all began 6 months ago when we (the family, not so much me) decided that my 1970 VG 2 door valiant pacer was not an appropriate family transport. As I ride my bike to University, and only get to drive on weekends, my grounds for objection were somewhat unstable. Hence the hunt began for a suitable replacement. We needed something that : looked good, was practical, was quiet and comfortable (to please the familly) was mechanically respectable, handled well, was capable of impressive performance (to please me). Well, at first the local market was looking pretty poor. Even spending $50,000 would get a mediocre family wagon which had the facilities, but poor build quality. So we looked at the import market and were amazed. Why didn't I start with the imports? I could have saved considerable time. Anyway after test driving around 30 cars (i'm not exaggerating) we were close to buying a pretty neat 1991 Soarer V8. But, by accident, we noticed a silver wagon in a yard in cannington which we liked the look of so off to the internet I went to continue my research. At uni I am studying a Physics/Chemistry major, Maths minor, so research is one thing I do well, and well frankly, this car was amazing. Solid mechanicals, hi build quality, great performance and priced similarly to the soarer but several years younger (and less tens on thousands of Kms too). After the test drive and insurance was organised (HBF for those interested) we have had to do nothing except put fuel in and enjoy the drive. This car is like new. The cargo bay accessories are all there, CD stacker plays all disks fine (even copied ones). Even the luggage racks were on the roof too. I should point out that this was not the cheapest stagea around, but after buying it, and hearing what other people have experienced, I must recommend that nobody should buy a cheap stagea. We did discover a rust spot but the dealer took care of that. While I'm mentioning the dealer, I must say, this guy is great. His name is Joe and he runs Cannington Car centre in perth. The cars we looked at were all like new and no wonder. He only imports the good stuff, because he gives you a 1 year unlimited warranty on the car so obviously he has confidence in them. (I'm not on this guys payroll- just amazed to have met a dealer that isn't um how should I say- disreputable- at last). So there you have it. After 6 months research and hunting, we found the holy grail of motoring (for us anyway). Cheers Andrea

Thank you for your reply. I have checked the url you suggested, however there is no turbo timer there. Do you have a similar unit?

Hello all, I've just purchased a spotless 97 Stagea and am trying to decode all the electronic buttons on the inside. (I've flown planes with less buttons in the ****pit than this). I've found a turbo timer under the dash that was installed prior to import and as the battery died on the way over, it now needs programming. Unfortunately there is little to identify it other than the following: "Linear full auto turbo timer 125" writ across the top of the 4 digit red L.E.D. display. A serial number z023641 6 buttons labelled Power, auto/manual, min/sec,set, up, warm. Then "Battery" and "min/sec" writ under the LED display. Its Black and small and flashes numbers at me randomly while driving and then insists on idling the motor for 30 seconds after shutdown regardless of driving conditions. Anybody know who the manufacturer is and if so - anybody got a manual or programming guide? Thank you all.

Hey, Rust under mirrors discovered, now what? Anyone know if its just surface rust or is it the more serious cancer from the inside out type? I'd like to know before I start digging.

http://www.geocities.com/mcnamg/ has series 2 info mostly, anybody seen a site with series 1?