Lovely Classic Car Rally - photo topic
Discussion
Only two TR6 cars in this rally. I parked the Punto and used the bathroom of the garage who had this US specced TR6 sitting in front.
Nice, but I liked this one better:
It was hot already at 10 o'clock:
Sounded the dogs:
Not much to beat the 2.5 straight 6 ohv.
When the lottery shows me its correct numbers I will find a proper daily driver TR6.
Next: 1930 Model A Ford
Nice, but I liked this one better:
It was hot already at 10 o'clock:
Sounded the dogs:
Not much to beat the 2.5 straight 6 ohv.
When the lottery shows me its correct numbers I will find a proper daily driver TR6.
Next: 1930 Model A Ford
Edited by dinkel on Wednesday 12th June 19:33
Dear Lord, in my book the TR6 six easilly fits the top 50 of roadlegal engine soundbytes:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEURepEibHY
On with the show: 1930 Model A Ford
Oldest kit on this run.
Roadster!
Can't beat the road presence.
Even more basic than the Jeep!
A lovely car . . . but not much of a soundbyte.
Next: 1968 C3 327 Corvette Roadster.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEURepEibHY
On with the show: 1930 Model A Ford
Oldest kit on this run.
Roadster!
Can't beat the road presence.
Even more basic than the Jeep!
A lovely car . . . but not much of a soundbyte.
Next: 1968 C3 327 Corvette Roadster.
Hard to beat snout.
Four box and creature comfort.
Oh yes sir, it had a sound byte. I like the 327 (5.3) over the 427 (7.0) because of its revvier character. This small block - fed by huge Webers - is in the Iso Grifo / Bizzarrini Competizione then pumping out 425 and revving to 7K. But really no one is complaining with 350 ponies on tap.
C3 want. These early slimmer bodies beauties are just sex on wheels.
More Yank iron whizzing by.
Next: Beemers.
Well, the Z1 that is. Loverly shape and a great youngtimer:
Between March 1989 and June 1991 8000 were produced. Nice and creamy 325 straight 6 returns 170 brake giving this sporty roadster brisk performance.
1300 kgs, 0-60 in 9 secs, 220 Vmax - dunno if'd want that - and a quick check shows these go for about 20K euros: gulp. Oh my. S2000 would be my choice then.
More Dzjerman:
Nice and tidy Beetle cabrio.
A rare sight: Opel Kadett C1, the last small Opel to feature rear-wheel drive. Although never as popular as the period Ford Escort these cars are perfect daily drivers . . . and easy to tune.
Next: Cobra!
Between March 1989 and June 1991 8000 were produced. Nice and creamy 325 straight 6 returns 170 brake giving this sporty roadster brisk performance.
1300 kgs, 0-60 in 9 secs, 220 Vmax - dunno if'd want that - and a quick check shows these go for about 20K euros: gulp. Oh my. S2000 would be my choice then.
More Dzjerman:
Nice and tidy Beetle cabrio.
A rare sight: Opel Kadett C1, the last small Opel to feature rear-wheel drive. Although never as popular as the period Ford Escort these cars are perfect daily drivers . . . and easy to tune.
Next: Cobra!
Lovely slim Cobra rep by Aurora - http://www.auroracobra.org/
"Aurora manufactured replicas of the 1964 AC Cobra in exacting detail from 1981-1983 under original ownership, delivering between 157-170 exquisite cars (some later delivered partially completed)."
This is Bert Goebels car. He is also the organisor of this Het Laatste Rondje tour.
Next: Datsun!
With off course, the inevitable DS (Godess):
Lovely example - note the headlights. And yes, they will follow your steering input.
There were so many made and today they are not a rare sight so maybe one overlooks the sheer quality and beauty of these cars - I love 'em! Maybe upgrade with a modern 2 liter 4 and they will make a great daily people mover.
That's what I mean!
Alpine Renault V6 next to a BMW Isetta.
Interlude
I have no idea how these compare to period Lotus cars: anyone?
Next: Dzjerman.
Lovely example - note the headlights. And yes, they will follow your steering input.
There were so many made and today they are not a rare sight so maybe one overlooks the sheer quality and beauty of these cars - I love 'em! Maybe upgrade with a modern 2 liter 4 and they will make a great daily people mover.
That's what I mean!
Alpine Renault V6 next to a BMW Isetta.
Interlude
I have no idea how these compare to period Lotus cars: anyone?
Next: Dzjerman.
Edited by dinkel on Friday 28th June 14:32
Merc:
What a smart coupe this is!
Closer look:
Damn!
A bit more bold than the period Italian coupes.
Hints of Facel Vega.
Maybe a bit overdone on the chrome bits . . .
Teunonic mobster hack:
50s Bullitt Charger.
For many this was the star of the show.
Just as with the DS: gorgeous details on this S.
Presence.
Next: more Yank.
What a smart coupe this is!
Closer look:
Damn!
A bit more bold than the period Italian coupes.
Hints of Facel Vega.
Maybe a bit overdone on the chrome bits . . .
Teunonic mobster hack:
50s Bullitt Charger.
For many this was the star of the show.
Just as with the DS: gorgeous details on this S.
Presence.
Next: more Yank.
I was thoroughly impressed by this straight six 2.8 Falcon family hack:
Owner bought this '64 Falcon because of the space: perfect family hack to take the kids to the beach.
Can't argue about it being huge. The owner states the 6 is big enough to cruise around.
Walk around and you'll find beautifull details.
Period typography: loving it.
This? Or an Audi A6 . . .
Compare to an Audi unit! Blimey this car is designed to admire.
Is this to wind up the rear window?
Next: E-type.
Owner bought this '64 Falcon because of the space: perfect family hack to take the kids to the beach.
Can't argue about it being huge. The owner states the 6 is big enough to cruise around.
Walk around and you'll find beautifull details.
Period typography: loving it.
This? Or an Audi A6 . . .
Compare to an Audi unit! Blimey this car is designed to admire.
Is this to wind up the rear window?
Next: E-type.
And it is indeed. Classic Mercedes is here to stay.
There are quite a lot over here and on the roads. 70s/80s SLs and Ss are quite common. As are the W123. But I expect these to be common everywhere. They refuse to die!
E-type:
THE nose.
One of the great classic noses. Although the DS has a fine one as well.
Not sure about the white walls.
Drive by: no sound, just a whizz.
Next:
There are quite a lot over here and on the roads. 70s/80s SLs and Ss are quite common. As are the W123. But I expect these to be common everywhere. They refuse to die!
E-type:
THE nose.
One of the great classic noses. Although the DS has a fine one as well.
Not sure about the white walls.
Drive by: no sound, just a whizz.
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