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A Few Questions. I'm a New Proud Owner by golfergal
Jun 11, 2006 (6:15 pm)
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of a Xfire roadster, Aero Blue, two tone, vanilla/black leather interior. We bought the car used from a Ford dealer. The car was on consignment and came from back East. We live in the Pacific Northwest. I love this car. It's not only a show stopper, but it has a ton of zip and it's just so fun to drive.
  Two questions...I know that the "Limited" came with luggage. I checked Ebay, but none is listed. Is there anyone out there that has the luggage and may want to sell it? Please reply.
  Secondly, I have the East CD for the Navigation system, but the Western states was missing from my car. I am hoping that someone may not need or want the Western CD and I can trade you for the Eastern? I won't be driving east of the Mississippi anytime soon. I would be happy to work something out. They are expensive even on ebay, and I would love to avoid forking over more $$ for something that came with the car.
   I just love this car. I have read and studied the reviews for months. I don't agree with 99% of the comments made by the so-called experts on this car. Even the cup holder isn't that bad!
   Please email me if some lucky owner can assist me with my questions. Thanks..Also, anybody know where I can get some touchup paint for the Aero Blue? It's a unique color. I have some minor chips on the hood..nothing too bad, but I would like to keep it that way.
Thanks for your help!
Golfergal
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Re: A Few Questions. I'm a New Proud Owner [golfergal] by jbjtkbw00
Jun 12, 2006 (12:34 pm)
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Replying to: golfergal (Jun 11, 2006 6:15 pm)

Welcome to the club! Nice feeling having a car with the 'sex appeal' that ours have, doesn't it?
 
Sorry I can't help with the Nav CDs as I didn't see the cost worth it (when aftermarket is cheaper), but I realize that you got it second hand, so that wasn't a choice. Also, I haven't been able to find that luggage either (yes, I'm also a 2nd owner after a guy who traded only because he had to get a family wagon).
 
I agree with you on the reviews. Honestly, it's a great car and I actually know of someone who was launched 12 feet into the air and came down on the two passenger wheels and then hit flat. All while doing 45 on a wet road here in Central Florida after being side swiped from the other direction. Police say it was the car that saved his life. That's a testament to our vehicles if anything else.
 
Back to the reviews...they are right on the cupholder. It isn't the greatest and I use it for my mp3 holder. Also, some have things to say about the pricing and that's where I echo the sentiments for those looking at a performance vs price ratio. For that price, sure you can get a bit more on some other vehicles (namely the 350Z), but you don't have the look that we do, the lines that we do, nor the feel. 219 horses for a car just over 3000 lbs makes for a hell of a nice jaunt, doesn't it?
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Re: A Few Questions. I'm a New Proud Owner [jbjtkbw00] by golfergal
Jun 12, 2006 (12:59 pm)
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Replying to: jbjtkbw00 (Jun 12, 2006 12:34 pm)

Wow, that's a great story. I have had the car for less than a week. I was driving to my local grocery store, and I had people stop dead in their tracks when they say my car. The top was up...imagine with the top down!
   The car drives like a dream. It's so responsive. I traded in my Sebring for this "baby", and there is NO comparison.
   I will likely live without the navigation CD, but will continue to check ebay. The luggage would be fun to have as an accessory. I just can't get over how great this car is. I don't mind the cup holder at all.
   Got a great price on this car, too! It had less than 10,000 on it and it still has the new car smell! It's perfect!
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Re: A Few Questions. I'm a New Proud Owner [golfergal] by xfireroadster
Jun 12, 2006 (3:49 pm)
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Replying to: golfergal (Jun 11, 2006 6:15 pm)

Congrats on the New Ride!!!! I am sure that you are really gonna enjoy this car. As for the luggage or "Touring Gear", you can find them on Ebay expect to pay about $200.00 - $400.00 for the set. The Nav CD's are also on Ebay from time to time. I also have the Nav Radio on my Roadster Limited, the Nav system is good but not great. The only reason I have one is because it was already in the car at the time of purchase. Good Luck and enjoy the ride.
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Re: A Few Questions. I'm a New Proud Owner [xfireroadster] by golfergal
Jun 13, 2006 (6:36 pm)
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Replying to: xfireroadster (Jun 12, 2006 3:49 pm)

That's kind of pricey for the luggage. I was curious as to what it looked like. I'm sure I can live without a luggage set, but maybe there's someone on the message board that is interested in selling theirs. There is a CD set on ebay for $150.00. I don't think I'll go that route right now.
 
Has anyone installed a wind screen in their roadster? I'm thinking of getting one. I'd love to know people's ideas on this.
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Re: A Few Questions. I'm a New Proud Owner [golfergal] by myxfire
Jun 13, 2006 (8:13 pm)
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Replying to: golfergal (Jun 12, 2006 12:59 pm)

I've been enjoying my car since December 27,2004, you're right about the response, my husband has a 1946 MGTC and he loves the attention. His car doesn't have seat belts and nothing for me to hold on to. And he's always saying he wished the seat would go back more, his doesn't even move. My xfire I've had for a year and half it's a 2005 blaze red limited roadster. When we got it it was 48 degrees out and road all over with the top down. I got my car with the luggage and it's really pretty neat the wheels look just like the car and the line down the front look like the hood. it's a 3 piece set but I haven't used it it does fit in the trunk with the top down but not sure about the rest of it. I also, have touch up paint that I bought from the dealer $8.00. It's not been used yet because there's a certain to use it. And I have to find out about getting some clear coat. not a easy thing to do. I did buy a fine nail brush for putting it on. Also, I have taken mine in for the recall, and 2 times for putting a new decal around the trunk lid. My husband found a product for the rag top. For washing and protecting.
We go with the MG club a lot and I have taken mine with them on tours, what a blast. I want to find a club here in Atlanta, for the xfire. Hope this helps someone.
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Re: A Few Questions. I'm a New Proud Owner [myxfire] by tarheel910a
Jun 14, 2006 (4:36 am)
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Replying to: myxfire (Jun 13, 2006 8:13 pm)

What is the product for the ragtop? Would appreciate info..I also had the tape replaced.
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Re: A Few Questions. I'm a New Proud Owner [myxfire] by golfergal
Jun 14, 2006 (12:57 pm)
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Replying to: myxfire (Jun 13, 2006 8:13 pm)

That is so great! I am having more fun with this car. Can you elaborate on the recall? I bought my car used, so I don't know about the recall. I can call my salesperson, but he didn't know much about this car. I had to inform him of the features.
  I am hoping to get some of the luggage. It is just too cool not to have. I guess I'm turning into a Xfire nut. I have never considered a car more than transportation, but this car has me hooked.
   My car has less than 10,000 on it and the car fax checked out fine. What was the recall for???
GG
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Re: A Few Questions. I'm a New Proud Owner [tarheel910a] by nova
Jun 14, 2006 (1:53 pm)
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Replying to: tarheel910a (Jun 14, 2006 4:36 am)

I bought 303 fabric guard from autogeek. I have been happy with any thing 303 makes. For the leather seats in my croofire convertible I bought wolfsteins ragg top leather cleaner and protectant from autopia its supposed to have more UV protection. i live in south Florida and its very hot here.My car is more or less a garage queen its only got 1015 miles on it

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