27 May 2012 20:08:

I am sure I have posted my warnings on the forum before, but here we go again.

 

• Angel G Llera - Abogado in Fuengirola - on the British Consulate list as 'English speaking' yet when he lost my case he blamed me for 'not understanding him???' He still got his fees (as it was an insurance claim.)

 

• Dacotta Law (Rivera del sol) Oddly they are 'trusted and recommended' by many sources. (Inc British Conuslate.) But my experience of them is a very negative one. (I.e I paid an upfront fee of over Eu100 for an initial consultation (which apparently they have dropped now - sign of the times?) Then wanted me to pay this fee all over again (plus a further Eu200) just to go over my initial enquiry again (as apparently the nice lawyer I had spoken to had left... (says it all to me after getting the s** end of the stick.) 

 

• Franscisco Faura Sanchez (of Malaga city, but also works in/around Alhaurin el Grande.)  He proports to be a professional and specializing in Property, but all he did when we encountered him was to cause extra expense and delay in what should have been a simple matter.  Steer clear at all costs!  

 

• Any lawyer recommended/provided by Liberty Seguros.  It is a part of your car policy that all dealings in the case of a claim will be done in your language (mine English), yet the lawyer they provided (forget her name, but based in Malaga centro) - did not speak any English. I had to provide (and pay for out of my own pocket) an interpretuer, plus she HID things from me regarding my case.  I then lost what should have been a straightforward claim (as the police had given a full report finding in my favour), and was Eu4,500 out of pocket to boot.  So much for 'Being covered and taking the stress away!'

I understand it is OK to name actual people in Spain as long as you have proof of your claims.  Also, it is a personal experience, and one I can prove, and not just talking about a third party.

 

I would gladly report all above to the Law Society if I thought it would get me anywere, but they close ranks and my initial attempts were fruitless. So  I would prefer them to be named and shamed and no one do business with them.  

 

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27 May 2012 19:50:

FOR SALE:

 ·         Canon EOS 350D SLR Body   (With original canon neck strap)

·         Sigma 18-50mm DC 1:3.5-5.6 lense (with end cap and lense cap.)

·          58mm Circular polarizer filter (for above lense)

·         58mm UV filter for above lense

·         Canon Speedlite 550EX with stand, and protective pouch. (Plus user manual and original box.)

·         Sigma 10-20mm 1:4-5.6 DC HSM Wide Angle lense –with original protective lense case and box, mint. (current cost for this lense is 480GBP)

·         2 x Lion Batteries

·         Battery Charger

·         77mm UV filter digi pro on (wide angle) lense (cost 70GBP)

·         Soft Carry case (with strap and handle). Tamrac – Photo Video 1 (navy)

·         3 x 512MB Compact Flash Memory Cards

·         1 x 1GB Compact Flash Memory Card

·         EOS Digital solution discs – Full user manual. Plus Editing software. 

·         USB transfer cable

All of these items cost over Eu2,000 new.  Second hand on Ebay/similar you would expect to pay around Eu1,200-Eu1,500 . All of this equipment was bought new by me (only flash was ‘used/previous owner’ item. Like new.)

 We are looking to sell all, for Eu1,200 ono.  All equipment is in GWO and near mint condition. (I.e very little use/wear.  Only the body has some Light rubbing marks around the hand grip on RHS) Telf: 679754080 (Alhaurin el Grande)

WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO IS THE ACTUAL KIT FOR SALE.  

We also have a Stanley ‘Intellimeasure’ electronic measuring device. Great also for property set ups.  Eu35, or will include in above kit if near asking price paid. 

 

 

 

This message was last edited by Susanspain on 27/05/2012.

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27 May 2012 19:35:

FORD FIESTA 1.4 Diesel TDCi

2007. ITV to Apr 2013

Spanish Plated, LHD. 5 door. Light metallic blue. 115,700 km.

Power steering, Air bags, Air Con, CD player, i.e. usual modern features. Fully serviced/maintained regularly. New Cam belt/water pump + major service 1 yr ago, plus regular service/oil change/filters in past 6 months. (Have all receipts for this.)  All tyres in good condition (2 new front tyres recently fitted.) Seat covers included. Interior in very good condition. Body work very good (just some minor paintwork marks.)

Low road tax. Reason for sale – we have a second car and this is one no longer needed.  Careful lady driver. Private sale. Fully legal/all paperwork ready for inspection.   Eu  4,850 (ono) including transfer. Will discuss sale without transfer inc, but this must be done at time of sale.  Tel:  679754080

Viewing in Alhaurin el Grande (but can travel to Fuengirola etc if necessary.) 

 

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18 Jan 2012 14:09:

Not really... The 'Estate' (Urbanization) is a big place. Big golf course in the middle, pockets of apartments/houses around and about.

Do you know exactly where on the Urbanization the property is?

There is the golf club bar, another few bits and pieces spread about, but not much if you don't have a car.

Best to go into town (via Taxi) and do one big shop for all your catering needs to cover the week. 

(Not sure of prices of Taxis at present, but ask for the 'Tarif', although many should have a meter. About Eu15 each way?)

Outside the Urb on the main road (Camino de Coin), there are several good bar/restaurants. There is also the Tamisa hotel, but not alot going on there. A small English run supermercado on the main road too, but probably a bit far to tote lots of drinking water etc back!

Google where you are going and see how far etc.  Fuengirola approx 2km from Golf Estate.  (Myrimar is biggest shopping centre, but can recommend Mercadonna supermarket - several in Fuengi - are good value.)

Enjoy your stay!

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18 Jan 2012 14:04:

Read today somewhere (on the www - it is a big place!) that it was a load of whinging Brits from Marbella who campaigned to get the Residencia ID card abolished! 

Apparently citing, 'We don't do that in the UK etc'.

All I can say to them is : 'If you don't like the way things are done here. Go home!;

Life was much simpler when I had this ID card.

(I have no objection to carrying a form of ID either here or in the UK/anywhere else.  Makes sense for me. And it is NOT an infringement of my civil liberties).

Grrr.... Sorry - just having a rant today.

 

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