Just to get things started

Nothing. But I did pass an absolute minter of a Vauxhall Chevette on my way into work today.

GS? Not sure but looked good in silver.

ETA: Looked just like this.....





>> Edited by lazyitus on Wednesday 20th October 12:08

I used to have moggies about 20 odd years ago. Brilliant cars that are ultra reliable I found.

The only time mine left me stranded was when the diaphram on the petrol pump dried up. I was advised that this could be the problem and should hit it with a stout lump of wood I did and the strange thing was IT WORKED, the pump started ticking away and then I started her up

I'm a student right now but I see classic cars as a way to enjoy luxury and performance - and a great driving experience - at affordable prices. I'm looking at buying my first classic next year - I'm thinking something American (not a V8 though), solid, reliable, cheap to buy, run and, through the right companies, insure.

A friend of mine drives a Chrysler LeBaron Convertible when she's at home. I might do the same...

crankedup said:

I used to have moggies about 20 odd years ago. Brilliant cars that are ultra reliable I found. The only time mine left me stranded was when the diaphram on the petrol pump dried up. I was advised that this could be the problem and should hit it with a stout lump of wood I did and the strange thing was IT WORKED, the pump started ticking away and then I started her up

That's why I always carry an appropriate cudgel next to the driver's seat.

1960 Landrover 88"

I was bought a 1967 MGB GT on my 17th (or was it 18th?) birthday and subsequently owned it for about 6 years, did a full restoration with my old man (well he did a full restoration and I pointed saying "what's that do").
Finally got it on the road for the start of my 3rd year at Uni.

Now I've got a modified 1982 Mk1 VW Golf Gti and my dad has my sisters midget under covers, waiting to be restored for the second time, and has an MGB V8 convertible he has just finished.

1987 BMW E30 M3 (I assume thts covered by this bit of the site)
1987 BMW 325i Convertible.

Formerly - Triumph Herald, Triumph 1300, chrome bumper MGB GT, MG Midget (with a Coventry Climax engine)

ARH said:

The list 1932 austin seven special, with modded engine (about 25 bhp) 1971 Morris minor 1989 jag xjs 1991 eunos roadster The next car needs to be less practical than the austin seven, any suggestions??

Less practical than a 7? How about a Morgan three wheeler? Or maybe a Trojan Utility?

I'm a little confused, I can't decide wether I belong here or not.
If you have a copy of the November issue of Classic cars, mine can be found on the front cover and page 69 (where else). Is she one of yesterdays hero's?

The Wiz said:

ARH said: The list 1932 austin seven special, with modded engine (about 25 bhp) 1971 Morris minor 1989 jag xjs 1991 eunos roadster The next car needs to be less practical than the austin seven, any suggestions?? Less practical than a 7? How about a Morgan three wheeler? Or maybe a Trojan Utility?

3 wheels is definatly on my list, berkley t60 maybe, morgan is just a little rich for me. Trojan Utility? not sure quite what they are, I wll find out though.