Got any strange yearnings for bizarre cars?
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Okay not exactly bizarre but, Big French, not as pretty as the car it replaced, and dependent on age only available as a diesel
I also proceeded to give into said yearnings and have just bought one, so after years of not having french electronic glitches (last car was a Saab that I had for three years, prior to that I had a Vel Satis) I'm now back into the world of questionable electronics and a list full of issues that I need to rectify on it, and worryingly....this makes me really happy.
I also proceeded to give into said yearnings and have just bought one, so after years of not having french electronic glitches (last car was a Saab that I had for three years, prior to that I had a Vel Satis) I'm now back into the world of questionable electronics and a list full of issues that I need to rectify on it, and worryingly....this makes me really happy.
culpz said:
I really fancy an automatic Lexus IS200. I know it's not really that bizarre, but they're slow, thirsty, 4-speed auto, probably boring and come with a bit of a strange image. However, they're extremely cheap to buy, reliable, RWD, 6-cylinder, nice to be in and i think the exterior is really nice too.
Go for the Japanese import Altezza with RS200 2 litre version. Loose two cylinders but more power and better mpg. 200hp in the auto, 210hp in the manual. Byker28i said:
Oilchange said:
A Snatch Wolf full armoured?
There's one in the classifieds
https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/11079712
ChevronB19 said:
TwigtheWonderkid said:
Shouldn't like. But like a lot.CharlesdeGaulle said:
ChevronB19 said:
Yeah, snap. A shared dirty little secret. 
CharlesdeGaulle said:
ChevronB19 said:
Yeah, snap. A shared dirty little secret. TwigtheWonderkid said:
In the Far East, it sells for around £43K, and comes with an electric slide out rear section, to give extra space when parked up, the kind of thing you only usually find on motorhomes costing £250K plus.
Stop it Twig. The dirty talk is getting too much. I now really want one of those. Like, really want. MonkeyMatt said:
I've been looking at picking up a cheap wagon for camping/outdoor trips. SUVs don't quite cut it and proper stuff like Landrovers/Wranglers are too expensive! Have an urge for one of these, very cheap as they aren't fashionable, acres of room with the third row down and plenty of room for sleeping in the back if needed. Thinking a proper roof rack or roof tent and a bike rack. Could be prefect
You need a Citroen Berlingo multispace in your life. 
Almost anything BL and Austin Rover, except for Marinas/Itals is cool by me. Princess maybe..
Anything Russian, especially Rivas, Nivas, Volgas and Bukhanka vans. I saw loads of those vans in their natural habitat, they're magnificent!
I fancy a Reliant too, someday. I quite like the kitten, partly because I like kittens, but also because it's a little RWD hatch that doesn't rust!
Anything Russian, especially Rivas, Nivas, Volgas and Bukhanka vans. I saw loads of those vans in their natural habitat, they're magnificent!
I fancy a Reliant too, someday. I quite like the kitten, partly because I like kittens, but also because it's a little RWD hatch that doesn't rust!
CharlesdeGaulle said:
TwigtheWonderkid said:
Stop it Twig. The dirty talk is getting too much. I now really want one of those. Like, really want. 
TwigtheWonderkid said:
When Hyundai launched the Porest motorhome, it was mocked for being ludicrously ugly, although brilliantly specced for the price. But I really like it. Unfortunately, not officially available in the UK
Look on jap car import sites etc , there are similar things for sale. Often 4x4 too. And very cleverly put together. Quite niche things though and they’d stand out !andrewcliffe said:
culpz said:
I really fancy an automatic Lexus IS200. I know it's not really that bizarre, but they're slow, thirsty, 4-speed auto, probably boring and come with a bit of a strange image. However, they're extremely cheap to buy, reliable, RWD, 6-cylinder, nice to be in and i think the exterior is really nice too.
Go for the Japanese import Altezza with RS200 2 litre version. Loose two cylinders but more power and better mpg. 200hp in the auto, 210hp in the manual. austinsmirk said:
TwigtheWonderkid said:
Look on jap car import sites etc , there are similar things for sale. Often 4x4 too. And very cleverly put together. Quite niche things though and they’d stand out !Gassing Station | General Gassing | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff