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Feb 23, 2007 18:32:35 GMT
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Well after CR500DOM and others contributions, here is a slight dilema again. I have been looking for the "Right" Car for a few months now, and have a big woody for Pickup trucks, regardless of age. I have always also liked smaller cars,so POLO coupe and wagon models from Mk1,2 and 3 series. Likewise BMW CS's the estates and 2002's.... the list goes on, and I have owned Datsun 140Y, VW Beetle 59 and 63, and Anglia '67 etc. So my loyalty does not get driven by any one brand or model , but some do make me go OOOooffff .. ! I also am in a position where I have a reasonable budget, ability, small skill and enough enthusiasm, to make a project work for myself and maybe others, though I would believe one builds, modifies a car for yourself. I have found a car that does me the OOOOoooffff thing, has "Patina" (how I hate that word and the scene tax it comes with) Priced at £4650.00 with still a load to do, it is at the extreme opposite end of where I am also comfortable, which is the £150 Polo's and £300 BMW,Mercs etc. I think it could satisfy my RR's needs, and also in the long term become a restoration project, while sort of sustaining and maintaining the value of the money I would pour into its not so big bore Exhaust. What are the panels views on the car in question........ 1965 LHD California import Porsche 912 , which for those who do not know, comes with a simple 1.6 4 cylinder flat four, and 5 speed gearbox. Is it worth the time , effort and cost it will undoubtedly drain from me and my limited cheque book? Pics:     Crossmember has already been replaced, floor panels need replacing, but are supplied.  |
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Feb 23, 2007 18:46:37 GMT
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I have a six foot boner with a cheesburger on the end for 912s.
*n
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Feb 23, 2007 18:57:52 GMT
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i think it would be worth it. that sits real nice.  |
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Feb 23, 2007 19:00:21 GMT
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Feb 23, 2007 19:02:18 GMT
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Sort of like the 911 in its purest form.
It`d be good cos people would say "wow, old 911, nice car" and you`d go "ahhhh, no its actually a 912" and they`d go "912? never knew they did one of those" etc etc and you`d have a right old talking point.
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Feb 23, 2007 19:02:48 GMT
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very nice
seen them go for 6k upwards when ok when that age 911's go for 14k upwards
beat him down to 4k ;D
orange win
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2001 HONDA CT110 (NOT RCV)
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Feb 23, 2007 20:47:04 GMT
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I shoulda had tits and squated to pee !!Again a perfect example of my non brand loyalty...... and I have loved (liked) these for some time...... Just found a VW LT35 SE Minibus . 1991 "H" reg, 17 seater, 1Owner, Prep school, 45k miles. 2400cc Manual, Petrol, VGC, 6mths MOT,Tax........ LIGHT BLUE, with signwriting still on. £1250.00Imagine: 
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Feb 23, 2007 20:50:41 GMT
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Personaly, I do like the "patina" it is sort of a license to actually enjoy the car and to just drive it regular like. WRT power and 6 vs 4 pot, Hmmmm, I always did say I wanted a project/toy,RR car to bring at least 150bhp to the table. However, havin had 1200 , 1500 cc's in old cars, I guess I am able to switch to granny mode occasionaly. Choices, choices.....  |
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Feb 23, 2007 20:51:04 GMT
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Needs to be done  Light blue will work really well too, as the Clubsports and GTrs`s had a powder blue option ;D |
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Feb 23, 2007 20:55:56 GMT
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I have a six foot boner with a cheesburger on the end for 912s. *n |
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Feb 23, 2007 21:48:52 GMT
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Sort of like the 911 in its purest form. It`d be good cos people would say "wow, old 911, nice car" and you`d go "ahhhh, no its actually a 912" and they`d go "912? never knew they did one of those" etc etc and you`d have a right old talking point. Isn't that a bad point? I mean I love people taking an interest in my cars, but when you get to "aaah, it's like a 911 but with a 1.6 engine" and they go "really? My fiesta has one of those" it might be a bit of a letdown |
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Never trust a man
Who names himself Trevor.
Or one day you might find
He's not a real drug dealer.
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Feb 23, 2007 21:57:31 GMT
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sometimes its not about how fast its how cool and anything pre 70 porsche = leg end
viper green and 7's fuchs **dribble**
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2001 HONDA CT110 (NOT RCV)
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Feb 23, 2007 22:07:39 GMT
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sometimes its not about how fast its how cool and anything pre 70 porsche = leg end viper green and 7's fuchs **dribble** Bit like the LT35 Minibus I found....... Will look real cool, and different if hit with the right stick, and brush. |
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madmog
Club Retro Rides Member
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Feb 23, 2007 23:29:05 GMT
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Lovely patina's car. You could drive it for a while as is and enjoy the relative economy and keep your eye out for an unorthodox engine later to annoy the purists - Subaru Impreza?  Subaru boxer diesel even ;D |
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^^ "really? My fiesta has one of those" it might be a bit of a letdown" (sorry, don't know how to quote properly - it was pillock what said it!)
Depends on whether you tell you them it means its a 1.6...If youre trying to get off with some save the planet bird then you come clean and says its a nice environmentally friendly Porsche unlike those gas guzzler 911s, if its a gang of hard lads then of course its called a 912 because its more powerful than any 911 ever made, then just try and make sure they`ve gone before you start it up.
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By the way what the hell is the LT35 decked out as a Carrera all about? Wanted a Carrera but wasnt happy with the bootspace?
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Bioshock
Posted a lot
It aint hip to be square.
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Great car
But seems a tad expensive,considering the amount of work to do
Would you not be better off spending a little more,on a more solid one?
Gotta agree with CR500Dom on the power thing.
I think you would quickly get frustrated by the lack of grunt.
After all Porsche's are about performance........................
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Almera GTI = ugly bird who turns out to be great in the sack = Win
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Bioshock
Posted a lot
It aint hip to be square.
Posts: 1,861
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Almera GTI = ugly bird who turns out to be great in the sack = Win
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Thanks Mate, have looked at the UK version, but is does not seem to support writing to members etc.
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By the way what the hell is the LT35 decked out as a Carrera all about? Wanted a Carrera but wasnt happy with the bootspace? Prolly, about wild dreams and fantasies, as well as pushing the envelope. I love all things automotive, and that will be cool without attracting the absolutely ludicrous SCENE TAX associated with other underpowered, overaged Splitties etc (which I like as well) Look at the cost of a Commer Camper vs VW Camper of similar vintage. Think novelty, and not being another lemming charging down the same avenue of similarity. Anyhow..... Greatest atribute of this site to me is the huge range of individuality and tastes catered for. (Oh, and I think of the LT more in the line of building an OOoofff worthy camper with looks to confuse) ;D |
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or end up spending it to make a 6 that will never be worth as much as a real one 
Subaru boxer diesel even ;D 