I want another 155!!
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Afternoon All
No real need for this post, but im doing it anyway...
A fair few years ago I managed to get myself a 155 Silverstone for next to nothing, punted around in it in a way only a 22 year old could, then sold it as I had too many cars at that point (yeah, that was epically stupid considering what I kept)
Then after a few months, reduced the fleet down to 1 from 7, and picked up a real bargin (free!!) 1.8 wide body twinny... it was pink with fade and peel, but mechanically sweet, not quite as fun as the silverstone, but also didn't have the rot which was the reason for selling the Silverstone, if only I knew then, what I know now eh...
Anyway, my current car is up for sale in order to free up some money, and get something more practicle or running to the SW with the other halfs entire wardrobe and dog tightly packed int a 206, and somthing that I can enjoy commuting in a bit more aswell. I have been toying with the idea of diesel BMW estates, and similar other large beasties (95 aero estate is properly top of the list)
Now I have just remembered how good a steer the 155 was, how stupily cavernous the boot was, how well it covered ground with minimal fuss and could still be thrown down a twisty country lane and bring smiles the same size as my VX220. I want my rose tinted specs permenantly fitted, so the hunt begins! Ideally, I would love a Silverstone, however doubt it will happen, just got to find a well loved example mechanically and physically. I have re signed up to 155.org and will start the hunt in earnest saw a gorgeous one on the classifieds on here a month or so ago, but it now long gone.
Sorry for the rambeling, but my enthuasiasm has just piqued quite alot!
No real need for this post, but im doing it anyway...
A fair few years ago I managed to get myself a 155 Silverstone for next to nothing, punted around in it in a way only a 22 year old could, then sold it as I had too many cars at that point (yeah, that was epically stupid considering what I kept)
Then after a few months, reduced the fleet down to 1 from 7, and picked up a real bargin (free!!) 1.8 wide body twinny... it was pink with fade and peel, but mechanically sweet, not quite as fun as the silverstone, but also didn't have the rot which was the reason for selling the Silverstone, if only I knew then, what I know now eh...
Anyway, my current car is up for sale in order to free up some money, and get something more practicle or running to the SW with the other halfs entire wardrobe and dog tightly packed int a 206, and somthing that I can enjoy commuting in a bit more aswell. I have been toying with the idea of diesel BMW estates, and similar other large beasties (95 aero estate is properly top of the list)
Now I have just remembered how good a steer the 155 was, how stupily cavernous the boot was, how well it covered ground with minimal fuss and could still be thrown down a twisty country lane and bring smiles the same size as my VX220. I want my rose tinted specs permenantly fitted, so the hunt begins! Ideally, I would love a Silverstone, however doubt it will happen, just got to find a well loved example mechanically and physically. I have re signed up to 155.org and will start the hunt in earnest saw a gorgeous one on the classifieds on here a month or so ago, but it now long gone.
Sorry for the rambeling, but my enthuasiasm has just piqued quite alot!
Arguti, would love a Q4, but it would be even more irresponsible than using a 'normal' 155 for the daily / only car, awesome bits of kit though. Have had a poke around a few when I had mine when buying parts or at shows (owned Fiats until early last year from passing my test pretty much)
Waynedear... send me an email with some details / pics if possible! of both aswell, I'm a little brave at times (hence £250 Silverstone and a free widey)
Waynedear... send me an email with some details / pics if possible! of both aswell, I'm a little brave at times (hence £250 Silverstone and a free widey)
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