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535dboy
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Re: my beauty

Post by 535dboy » Thu Jan 10, 2013 7:09 am

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Just come back from Europe with the X5. We had a massive roof box on it so went in the carriages for larger vehicles - absolutely fine.  Next time I'll do the same even without the roof box - so thanks for the intel ...
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Won't always work but worth a try

They have to send us in with coaches because our cars are too low!
Currently :
2012 Audi RS4 (B8)
2012 Porsche Boxster S (981)
2008 Lotus Exige S (a bit modified!)
2015 Nissan Leaf twin turbo with Nitros

Previously :
2008 BMW X5 3.0sd MSport
2005 BMW 535d MSport

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Re: my beauty

Post by xl5 » Thu Jan 10, 2013 9:07 am

you can specify which coach you 'need' to go in when booking and a very good excuse for the x5/x6 is the width of the car...and if out of season you normally get on quicker...
tbh i booked the normal train both ways but on the way back just drove into the 'truck' lane and nothing was said...
this is mine , x5 e70 2007 msport

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Re: my beauty

Post by MJim » Thu Jan 10, 2013 7:31 pm

Yes I'd specified roof box when booking the journey there and back - think I'd do the same again even without to save injuries to the car !  There was an old renault clio (no roof box) in my queue for the return journey who was allowed on ...
Current: 40d M Sport, deep sea blue, oyster, 19in
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History: TVR Chimera 5.0
First Car: Peugeot 205 GTI 1.9

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