wmr1980

Hi all, I'm doing this bit by bit so starting off with just getting the head unit. I know the speakers could probably do with being upgraded - but one thing at a time! I'm thinking of getting this HU: http://caraudiosecurity.com/xav-601bt-6-1-double-din-dvd-usb-screen-bluetooth Presumably this kit is the one I need for my Zed? http://incartec.co.uk/nissan/1929/1034/2057/78/Browser.aspx It does everything I need (I quite like the mirror link feature), bluetooth is important (will the steering wheel controls work?), it's got decent power (4x52W) and importantly a front USB port. Is there anything else I need to consider? That really is the maximum I'm willing to spend. Cheers, Will

Great shots Andrew!

I'd be interested in pics. Not in a position to buy a new HU yet, but will definitely be doing it at some point.

I wouldn't stay in a resort all inclusive thing if you paid me, but do what you want. I went back there in 2006 I think, and spent 3 weeks travelling around and staying in casa particulares. Spent time in Havana, Vinales, Cienfuegos, Tinidad, and a few other places. We did pop over to Varadero for a day trip, but wasn't bothered by it. It's a fab place, so much to see, so much culture, history, and it's so beautiful and interesting. The people are fab too. I you like rum you'll be in heaven too! Have a fantastic holiday!

Being half French I approve of this thread! I've just come back from the east of France where there are some epic mountain roads to drive around in!

Yes! And you need to take some nice pics of the car too!

Oh I'm taking it very easy as I get used to her weight and everything. The noise is intoxicating. In the 15+ years I've been driving, I've owned some nice metal (including motorbikes) but the zed is exactly what I was looking for in a car, comfort, style, and a little poke. Living in London though I don't get much chance to get her out, so I now know what weekends will be about! And yes, I heard Azure blue was the fastest/best colour Thanks all - glad to be part of the family!

For fear of received Ekona's wrath of posting stock pics, I'll just link to my new (to me) Azure Blue GT. 70k miles, fully services, apart from a few tiny little imperfections on the bodywork (you have to look for them) it's in great nick. Love it. Had a bit of fun with ESP off, but don't worry, will be leaving it on! I can already feel zeditis creeping in, but I have to let the bank balance recover first! MAny thanks to Greg (Myfairladyz) who helped me get my mits on her. Her she is:

You should come up to my office - despite having to shoot through a window - I reckon you'll get some good shots

When I finally buy my Zed - I'll post some stock pics just for you!

Actually read a scientific report put together in the US where it is legal to use a mobile phone and they concluded that there is no link between an increase in road accidents and use of a mobile phone. This was only published last week, but it won't make big news will it, as it doesn't suit the ministry of making more money out of motorists. There are a million and one things to distract a driver, stereo, sat nav, using rear view mirror, looking at the scenery etc etc It is more distracting if your texting on your phone while driving than actually talking, at least if you were talking you are looking at the road and not your handset.. Similar research has been done in the uk and Europe showing that the standard of driving is worse than if you're just over the limit of blood alcohol....

Not true. Ive told my insurers Adrian flux about both my in car tracker and camera set-up and they note I have it, but that it makes no change at all to my policy. I think what he meant was if you decided to give it a bit of welly somewhere then there's proof of you being naughty, should the police stop you. Yup.

I never take it for granted that flashing lights means 'I'm letting you out' - always wary of what's around. I'm also not a fan of cameras though I suppose they can help bolster a statement? I don't mind cameras for capturing a fun drive, but it could also lead to having it used against you! I think it sets a bit of an ugly precedent too.

I do that round the roundabout trick too :o

Great write up. Making me think already of things I want to do when I finally get mine! Looks really smart. Did you manage to fit that sub in the same space as the Bose one by modifying the hole or was it a straight fit? Love the carbon fibre - is that just a wrap?

I found a quote from Axa and Admiral and they matched it and beat it and added more "benefits". However it is such a lottery it seems, some companies will insure me others just laugh at me. Which is frustrating with my years of experience and 0 claims or points Ah well.... Next year hopefully should see a cheaper premium!

"Overtaking and pushing into a queue of traffic" Doesn't this sort of go against the merge in turn rule? How do you differentiate between overtaking and pushing in to driving past everyone to get to the merge point? All these rules are good in principle but we've already got most of these covered by current rules. It's the lack of road patrols that are the issue.

It's mid 700s at the moment. It must just be London I guess - or underwriters being funny about me owning a "powerful" RWD car... it's daft. Also bear in mind I'm going for £0 excess, fully comp and everything else. If I added £300 voluntary excess it would be around £600 - but I don't see the point. I'll get it back down now that I will be (hopefully) be insuring a car in my name again. I live in SE London - in between Charlton and Greenwich, so not a ****hole, but I guess close enough to Woolwich to be an issue! C'est la vie. I'm not going to worry about it. I'm getting close to finding "the one". So it'll be worth it in the end.

Thanks Rabbit - I always do, but definitely worth checking. Funnily enough if I were to insure myself on a Speed Triple it would be under £300 FC with 0 excess. Stupid! Anyway, this is down to the fact that my 14 years NCB are not consecutive since I had a company car - so only technically have 3 years NCB. Living in London doesn't help I guess. Anyway getting down to mid 700s with 0 excess, legal cover and all the added standard extras. To be honest, it'll do. Annoyingly if I had my full no claims it would be around £500 :/

I've got a quote waiting with you guys thanks to Milton. He's been really helpful and matched the quotes I had from admiral and axa but with more benefits. Top job guys.

Sounds like your experience is the same as mine. Just need to rebuild my NCB and I should be ok. I've tried Sky, I'm afraid you weren't competitive.

Axa have just quoted me £671 fully comp. Anybody had any dealings with them? The deal seems pretty good.

Well if I had 4 years no claims the premium drops to 540! Wish I had never taken a company car now, or at least kept my private car. You live and learn!

I love the sound of these, but not the drivetrain. I think they do look rather sexy though.