87iroc
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May 26, 2007 10:39:21 GMT
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The idea was to buy it and leave it as it was, i spend far to much time and money on the camaro.
I might just leave it. the last thing i need now is another project. especially with another little'un on the way
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May 26, 2007 11:07:29 GMT
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Loving it,.. Looks cool straight out the box... so you might as well leave it if it means more time can be spent on the Camero  Now Mr.87iroc I notice you are involved with a couple of clubs can you make sure the members are aware of the Retro Rides Show .. www.retro-rides-show.com but great to get some yank cars attending.. |
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87iroc
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May 26, 2007 13:45:30 GMT
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No problem at all.
I'm an active member off around 5 american car clubs so i'll start spreading the word mate
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May 26, 2007 13:50:20 GMT
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1974 Lancia Beta Saloon
1975 Mazda 929 Coupé
1986 Mazda 929 Wagon
1979 Mazda 929 Hardtop
1982 Fiat Argenta 2.0 iniezione elettronica
1977 Toyota Carina TA14
1989 Subaru 1800 Wagon
1982 Hyundai Pony 1200TL 2-dr
1985 Hyundai Pony 1200 GL
1986 Maserati 425 Biturbo
1992 Rover 214 SEi 5-dr
2000 Rover 45 V6 Club
1994 Peugeot 205 'Junior' Diesel
1988 Volvo 760 Turbodiesel Saloon
1992 Talbot Express Autosleeper Rambler
2003 Renault Laguna SPEARS OR REAPERS
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87iroc
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May 26, 2007 14:05:37 GMT
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he he. very good
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May 26, 2007 14:29:27 GMT
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I like it as is, the bumper looks fine to me. Good purchase man!
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Skyline: 1963 - 1973 - 1983
Sunny: 1982
450SLC: 1973
Navara: 1992
Gloria: 1992
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87iroc
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May 26, 2007 17:32:22 GMT
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thank you, i'm gonna leave it as is
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My new Ridearthurbrown
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May 26, 2007 17:54:00 GMT
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It is quite cool.
But I admit I do struggle to understand the rationale behind this sort of car being a useful family tool....
I mean, the steering wheel is on the wrong side. And the passenger rear door is DEFFO on the wrong side (mmmm, getting the children out into the flow of traffic, joy!), and surely they are a bit lardy and thirsty for a 'useful'vehicle.
I guess what I am saying is, why does no-one do this treatment on a euro/J people mover. Imagine this style applied to an early espace. Or better still, a mid-80's Mitsi SpaceWagon. That would have me 'ooofing' my dad-pants before you know it. LOLZ.
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87iroc
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May 26, 2007 18:24:10 GMT
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It is quite cool. But I admit I do struggle to understand the rationale behind this sort of car being a useful family tool.... I mean, the steering wheel is on the wrong side. And the passenger rear door is DEFFO on the wrong side (mmmm, getting the children out into the flow of traffic, joy!), and surely they are a bit lardy and thirsty for a 'useful'vehicle. I guess what I am saying is, why does no-one do this treatment on a euro/J people mover. Imagine this style applied to an early espace. Or better still, a mid-80's Mitsi SpaceWagon. That would have me 'ooofing' my dad-pants before you know it. LOLZ. Hmmmmm strange comments. I get 30 mpg on a run and around 25 to the gallon in town driving which is better than most 4x4s its about the same size as a 4x4 / caravelle and other car drived vans The whole passenger side door is depended on what side of the road i park so i'm not sure where your coming from there ? and its no different infact safer than a standard door as it doesn't swing out. Very strange comments |
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May 26, 2007 18:27:15 GMT
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no side repeaters and debadged grille??? ;D I like it, its a cool motor. Does more to the gallon round town than my 2000 Mitsubishi spacewagon.  |
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87iroc
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May 26, 2007 18:32:54 GMT
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I did consider those mitsu space wagons , the reliability is amazing apparently.
you happy with yours
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`state
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May 26, 2007 18:35:34 GMT
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That van looks the mutt`s.
87iroc i don't suppose you live in or around costa del hull do you?
Spotted one the other week whilst at work just the same.
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Look at all the plastic people who live without a care.Try to sit with me around my table,but never bring a chair.
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87iroc
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May 26, 2007 18:38:41 GMT
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I'm down in cornwall mate
but i know of one similar up north.
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`state
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May 26, 2007 18:41:05 GMT
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I was in traffic so only got a look of the  end but it had the same california customs sticker in the back window. If i won the lotto id have one of these for sure. |
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Look at all the plastic people who live without a care.Try to sit with me around my table,but never bring a chair.
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87iroc
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May 26, 2007 18:47:07 GMT
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Really not as much money as you think mate. £5,500 will get you a nice low milage example and you can get them cheaper than that.
Mine is a low roof version which is quite a bit rarer, but has not got the toys that the high roof ones have
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May 26, 2007 18:59:48 GMT
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I did consider those mitsu space wagons , the reliability is amazing apparently. you happy with yours Absolutely fantastic car/van/mpv whatever ytou want to name it.  Reliability is superb as is the build quality, its just a bit thirsty round town, (19mpg and I'm an easy driver!!!) Mine has sat nav, all electrics, air con etc etc. The only downside is the seats arent as clever as the newer mpv's but to be honest, it doesnt bother us. Its veeeerryyy comfortable too. |
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87iroc
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May 26, 2007 19:08:39 GMT
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Yeah mine has the mega comfy captain seats . no sat nav but it has air con and full electrics.
I really cant recommend these MPV's more as family vehicles
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May 26, 2007 19:18:50 GMT
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They are good for so many purposes. You can have a normal 4 seater (mine is a six seater) and a huge boot, or the six seats and carry the kids, missus, me and mother in law (hmmm) or remove the lot and its a van. Because mines a six seater the front four all have their own armrests and they really are comfy. Its only a 2.4 but its got a fair amount of go for a good sized vehicle and will cruise at 90 all day if needed. Very refined too.  |
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Last Edit: May 26, 2007 19:22:30 GMT by bigsteve
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87iroc
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May 26, 2007 19:46:06 GMT
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very similar set up to mine. mine has a 3 seat bench and exactly the same 4 captain chairs. Like you say the car can be used as anything.
I have the 4 captains chairs in place and then the rear bench is removed for a huge load space that is generally taken up by my big hairy german shepherd
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May 26, 2007 20:37:52 GMT
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new name bruce forsyth ;D
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2001 HONDA CT110 (NOT RCV)
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Reliability is superb as is the build quality, its just a bit thirsty round town, (19mpg and I'm an easy driver!!!)