Citroen C1 Airscape Flair
Discussion
Y16 SES said:
Oh, that's a bummer. Couldn't you have given the scrapper a coupe of hundred quid to get the Astra back? Even if it wasn't allowed back on the road, you might have been able to do something else?
I did consider it briefly, but by the time I found it again the MoT had expired, and I didn't have anywhere to keep it. I did consider getting it back and then giving it an explosive send off by taking it banger racing or something, one last hurrah, but don't think I'd have been able to destroy it considering how many memories it held. 
WarrenB said:
Y16 SES said:
Oh, that's a bummer. Couldn't you have given the scrapper a coupe of hundred quid to get the Astra back? Even if it wasn't allowed back on the road, you might have been able to do something else?
I did consider it briefly, but by the time I found it again the MoT had expired, and I didn't have anywhere to keep it. I did consider getting it back and then giving it an explosive send off by taking it banger racing or something, one last hurrah, but don't think I'd have been able to destroy it considering how many memories it held. I thought an update was overdue, even though nothing exciting has happened and very little people actually want to read about a 1.2 3 cylinder!
However, let's get to it:
After parking the car up against the wall, I realised my life is pretty sad that I was taking pictures of parking (as are many people on this page) so thought best to go for a drive. Ended up here:
This trip, due to it raining, made the car absolutely filthy despite it only taking about 2 hours in total. As a result we gave the car a wash (well my dad and myself gave my dad's and my car a wash)
That is how dirty the car was, I actually have more pictures but can't be bothered to put them up. Also, car was much dirtier in person, my phone camera doesn't pick up all the crap very well
Gave it a nice wash, just a normal one though, nothing too in depth. Looked sparkling afterwards:
Just drove it to the charity shop I currently volunteer at for a while, nothing exciting. On a whim I decided to drive for about 4 hours to Silver Sands of Morar, absolutely lovely place, incredibly peaceful. Not going to bore you with tourist style pictures, but here is my car in the car park:
Top Tip; Don't go if you have a low car, those potholes are deeper than they look.
However, of course, country roads and many hours of driving caused the car to look terrible again... This time howeber the weather was very nice so a full valet was done:
The inside of the drivers well, again, looked worse in person (I'm also extremely picky)
Even after the valet it wasn't up to standards, joys of a really old Dyson.
I finally remembered about the existence of Glen Etive (thanks to the person who told me about it here) and so popped off there, absolutely gorgeous place, although I don't think my suspension particularly enjoyed it...
Oh, and here is a random picture I took of the car from a distance, a bit up a hill:
How it sits now: Covered in mud and crap from the Glen Etive and from when it rained in Alloa (another random drive I went on, 20 minutes away from my house is Alloa Asda).
However, let's get to it:
After parking the car up against the wall, I realised my life is pretty sad that I was taking pictures of parking (as are many people on this page) so thought best to go for a drive. Ended up here:
This trip, due to it raining, made the car absolutely filthy despite it only taking about 2 hours in total. As a result we gave the car a wash (well my dad and myself gave my dad's and my car a wash)
That is how dirty the car was, I actually have more pictures but can't be bothered to put them up. Also, car was much dirtier in person, my phone camera doesn't pick up all the crap very well
Gave it a nice wash, just a normal one though, nothing too in depth. Looked sparkling afterwards:
Just drove it to the charity shop I currently volunteer at for a while, nothing exciting. On a whim I decided to drive for about 4 hours to Silver Sands of Morar, absolutely lovely place, incredibly peaceful. Not going to bore you with tourist style pictures, but here is my car in the car park:
Top Tip; Don't go if you have a low car, those potholes are deeper than they look.
However, of course, country roads and many hours of driving caused the car to look terrible again... This time howeber the weather was very nice so a full valet was done:
The inside of the drivers well, again, looked worse in person (I'm also extremely picky)
Even after the valet it wasn't up to standards, joys of a really old Dyson.
I finally remembered about the existence of Glen Etive (thanks to the person who told me about it here) and so popped off there, absolutely gorgeous place, although I don't think my suspension particularly enjoyed it...
Oh, and here is a random picture I took of the car from a distance, a bit up a hill:
How it sits now: Covered in mud and crap from the Glen Etive and from when it rained in Alloa (another random drive I went on, 20 minutes away from my house is Alloa Asda).
avenger286 said:
Love the fact you take so good little day trips. It was most likely me who was on about Glen Etive! Was there not so long ago.
It certainly was you! I take far too many day trips, it costs a bloody fortune in fuel, and I can't see the suspension being too happy about all the bumpy country roads I'm on... Due to the way my life has meant I plan on having a full time job before summer (although I'm not sure if it is possible) so sadly my trips will be cut down to basically non-existent (I never drove for pleasure for the 5 weeks I had a full-time job before).
Have you got any more suggestions on locations? That don't involve ferries etc
I'm going to try and keep this thread updated consistently so there isn't a large random update every few months.
So today; 18-21°C weather, car with large openable sunroof and a full tank of fuel. I, like anyone would, went on a drive. Ended up in St Andrews; which was a mistake, bank holiday in tourist town with great weather meant the number of people and cars was idiotic. No scenic picture, just one of the car in the only free space I found:
I know it doesn't look busy, a picture can be deceiving! The roof isn't retracted as I was just walking back to it after sauntering around, hence the folded wing mirror as well.
So today; 18-21°C weather, car with large openable sunroof and a full tank of fuel. I, like anyone would, went on a drive. Ended up in St Andrews; which was a mistake, bank holiday in tourist town with great weather meant the number of people and cars was idiotic. No scenic picture, just one of the car in the only free space I found:
I know it doesn't look busy, a picture can be deceiving! The roof isn't retracted as I was just walking back to it after sauntering around, hence the folded wing mirror as well.
Nutty9000 said:
Fantastic first car, nice one.
Here's my daily driver, same engine; 1.0 3 pot, surprisingly great fun, 50 mpg round town, paid only 1200 with 60k miles and FSH and only 20 quid a year to tax!
Thank you!Here's my daily driver, same engine; 1.0 3 pot, surprisingly great fun, 50 mpg round town, paid only 1200 with 60k miles and FSH and only 20 quid a year to tax!
Mine actually has the 1.2 but a friend has the 1.0, found out mine was more fuel efficient because it wasn't being worked as hard. My average MPG is 53.1 but I'm not someone who will hypermile or drive to conserve fuel in general.
You got a cracking deal! Next time you have the opportunity park next to one of the new shapes. Despite the fact the new shape is a small car the size difference between yours and mine is much larger than you expect! Will be why you still get 50mpg around town (around town I'm at 35-40)!
So, Wednesday was a nice day... Another drive!
I am sad enough to keep a spreadsheet detailing every penny the car costs me, so I know that I can't continue with the long runs thus meaning Wednesday's had to be quite short.
I decided to go to North Queensferry (about half an hour from my house), and park where I shouldn't for a couple of minutes to get these pictures:
The pictures aren't great because I tried to avoid getting the boats in shot, there was also a van just in front of my car in those pictures. I also was very worried of slipping on seaweed or something and falling into the river (stupid I know) and ended up closer to the wall than I would have liked.
I am sad enough to keep a spreadsheet detailing every penny the car costs me, so I know that I can't continue with the long runs thus meaning Wednesday's had to be quite short.
I decided to go to North Queensferry (about half an hour from my house), and park where I shouldn't for a couple of minutes to get these pictures:
The pictures aren't great because I tried to avoid getting the boats in shot, there was also a van just in front of my car in those pictures. I also was very worried of slipping on seaweed or something and falling into the river (stupid I know) and ended up closer to the wall than I would have liked.
Nice little cars these, I put around 24,000 miles on one over two years — The only problem I ever had was a leak from the aerial mast. Strangely I had exactly the same fault with a previous generation Aygo!
They definitely drive a lot better than most give them credit for, plenty of body roll but I never managed to get mine to stop gripping at the front wheels! Mine had the 1.2, but I did have a 1.0 as a courtesy car and actually ended up preferring the smaller engine.
You get loads for your money with these, particularly now with the lease deals available.
They definitely drive a lot better than most give them credit for, plenty of body roll but I never managed to get mine to stop gripping at the front wheels! Mine had the 1.2, but I did have a 1.0 as a courtesy car and actually ended up preferring the smaller engine.
You get loads for your money with these, particularly now with the lease deals available.
Your enthusiasm for your little Citroen is endearing! Glad you are still enjoying it (and making good use of it). The West coast of Scotland, especially around the Glens, are some of my favourite driving roads - nice pictures!
I'm local to you so will keep an eye out! Got a Pistonheads sticker yet?
I'm local to you so will keep an eye out! Got a Pistonheads sticker yet?
Integroo said:
Your enthusiasm for your little Citroen is endearing! Glad you are still enjoying it (and making good use of it). The West coast of Scotland, especially around the Glens, are some of my favourite driving roads - nice pictures!
I'm local to you so will keep an eye out! Got a Pistonheads sticker yet?
Everyone knows a PH sticker adds at least 20bhp to any car adorned with one! Well, that's what the PH lads told me when I bought one at a Sunday Service a while ago!I'm local to you so will keep an eye out! Got a Pistonheads sticker yet?
Loving the write ups OP. Regardless of what car you own, it's great to see such enthusiasm! I love the shot near the Forth Rail Bridge! Looks brilliant! In regards to the comment you made earlier about the rear screens shattering - Mk2 Renault Meganes are known to suffer this as well. I can't remember the reasoning for it though unfortunately.
Braintax said:
Nice little cars these, I put around 24,000 miles on one over two years — The only problem I ever had was a leak from the aerial mast. Strangely I had exactly the same fault with a previous generation Aygo!
They definitely drive a lot better than most give them credit for, plenty of body roll but I never managed to get mine to stop gripping at the front wheels! Mine had the 1.2, but I did have a 1.0 as a courtesy car and actually ended up preferring the smaller engine.
You get loads for your money with these, particularly now with the lease deals available.
I've managed to get an absolute minimal amount of tyre sqeal on 2 occasions (I think the term is tyre sqeak) but both scared me sThey definitely drive a lot better than most give them credit for, plenty of body roll but I never managed to get mine to stop gripping at the front wheels! Mine had the 1.2, but I did have a 1.0 as a courtesy car and actually ended up preferring the smaller engine.
You get loads for your money with these, particularly now with the lease deals available.
tless and were completely accidental (going round a corner too fast). I have since calmed down with the frankly reckless driving (I used to think it was fun but now I'm scared if crashing)I've not driven a 1.0 and I don't think the Citroen dealer is going to allow an 18 year old drive one of their cars "just to see what it is like" with no intention if buying but if I do get the chance I'll be sure to jump at it. I can imagine it's even more revvy, which is probably more fun, but mine gets better fuel economy (a sample size of myself and a friend)
Are the lease deals good? I don't agree with leasing (I find it literally chucking money down the loo) so never check to see what they are. All I know is that I bought my car for £5000 less than list at 1.5 years old but since I've had it it's only lost about £2000 so I can imagine leasing is incredibly cheap with the lease companies getting huge discounts of list.
(For anyone reading this, DO NOT DERAIL THIS THREAD TO DISCUSS LEASING!)
Integroo said:
Your enthusiasm for your little Citroen is endearing! Glad you are still enjoying it (and making good use of it). The West coast of Scotland, especially around the Glens, are some of my favourite driving roads - nice pictures!
I'm local to you so will keep an eye out! Got a Pistonheads sticker yet?
There great to drive, but I've slowed down on them for fear of crashing so they aren't as much fun now (although I still love going on them)I'm local to you so will keep an eye out! Got a Pistonheads sticker yet?
Another local! I didn't realise Scotland had such a large car enthusiast following until recently. I'll be sure to look out for a brand new Fiat 124 Spider with 2 "N's" on the plate (Only way I'll know it's you compared to some random individual)
I haven't got a sticker, don't know where to get them and I have no clue where to put it so it isn't enormously obvious but also not completely hidden.
mustdash said:
Integroo said:
Your enthusiasm for your little Citroen is endearing! Glad you are still enjoying it (and making good use of it). The West coast of Scotland, especially around the Glens, are some of my favourite driving roads - nice pictures!
I'm local to you so will keep an eye out! Got a Pistonheads sticker yet?
Everyone knows a PH sticker adds at least 20bhp to any car adorned with one! Well, that's what the PH lads told me when I bought one at a Sunday Service a while ago!I'm local to you so will keep an eye out! Got a Pistonheads sticker yet?
Loving the write ups OP. Regardless of what car you own, it's great to see such enthusiasm! I love the shot near the Forth Rail Bridge! Looks brilliant! In regards to the comment you made earlier about the rear screens shattering - Mk2 Renault Meganes are known to suffer this as well. I can't remember the reasoning for it though unfortunately.
Inspired by many other pictures I see from groups and here but I felt really horrible stopping there even if it was only for like a minute.
Can't think about the reasoning for the Megane BUT I think the reason for these cars smashing rears is because the whole boot lid is glass. There is no metal or plastic (other than windscreen wiper) so they just shatter if too much force is applied. I seriously hope it doesn't happen to me, but I do worry every time I close the boot.
Not really C1 related, but hey ho
A friend recently passed her test, and she has a classic Mini! Popped over today when she was taken another friend home and it was a 5 minute detour to my house. Anyway, it looks like a Cooper Sport but has the 999CC engine, while having a 35 Anniversary steering wheel so we're unsure about what it actually is, maybe any of you know?
Did grab a picture of it with my car in the background though, just to keep this thread related to my C1:
I will stress that it is no way shape or form perfect, she has said on multiple occasions that it needs a full restoration but it passed its MOT and is more of a rolling project currently.
A friend recently passed her test, and she has a classic Mini! Popped over today when she was taken another friend home and it was a 5 minute detour to my house. Anyway, it looks like a Cooper Sport but has the 999CC engine, while having a 35 Anniversary steering wheel so we're unsure about what it actually is, maybe any of you know?
Did grab a picture of it with my car in the background though, just to keep this thread related to my C1:
I will stress that it is no way shape or form perfect, she has said on multiple occasions that it needs a full restoration but it passed its MOT and is more of a rolling project currently.
Out of interest, why are you suddenly scared of crashing? You've mentioned it a couple of times now.
You've done quite a lot of driving, including some long distances, on various types of road, and it's obvious you're pretty careful driver. Your skills will be building up so your confidence should be too. It's a little concerning that your confidence appears to be going down instead.
Obviously I'm not suggesting there is no risk of crashing, but you haven't crashed up to now, no reason for that to change.
You've done quite a lot of driving, including some long distances, on various types of road, and it's obvious you're pretty careful driver. Your skills will be building up so your confidence should be too. It's a little concerning that your confidence appears to be going down instead.
Obviously I'm not suggesting there is no risk of crashing, but you haven't crashed up to now, no reason for that to change.
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