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This week I took time off to MOT the Datsun 910 Bluebird SSS Coupe. A failure on Monday included a broken front number plate, split steering gaitor which I was going to replace myself but let the garage do as they're better at that sort of thing and it probably would have taken me all week. Also had a beam issue with one light that turned out to be a dodgy bulb. Thanks to Will of the Datsun Owners Club for the advice and the replacement steering gaitor. Once it was MOTd and taxed it had to go on a tour of south London with the stereo blaring old funk records and my arm hanging out the window ghetto stylee. Summer's here. It had to be done. The only issue I have had is grounding it on several speed humps in Clapham and on my road. In Peckham:   In Surbiton watched over by the M&S angel:  Surbiton high street, outside the bakers:  At the cemetary in Surbiton (I get around!):  The reason the stereo scares old ladies:  Drivers view:  Back streets of Surbiton:  Off to the Dog and Vomit in Dulwich today. I love summer! Charlie |
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Last Edit: Jul 4, 2006 15:17:35 GMT by charlie
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And here it is in its previous incarnation with far too big wheels.  |
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Last Edit: Jun 3, 2006 10:49:38 GMT by charlie
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VWDan
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Deffo looks better on the new wheels, not so sure on the cannon sticking out the rear though  - i rekon a side exit exhaust would look good as there isnt a cut out in the rear valance for the exhaust, or even a hidden one behind the valence  . Nice car though  . |
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If only everything in life was as cool as a retro VW racer.
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Thanks. I like the cannon now - that and the black back lights. There's no room for a side exit exhaust between the speed humps and the underside of the car.
Charlie
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Man I envy you, thats exectly what i'd like to be doing but non of my damn cars work! New wheels look awesome |
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VWDan
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Yeah, thats the problem - clearance ;D How much lower than standard is it? I wonder what it would look like with standard lenses all round? Looks good as is though. Booked my little red car in for an MoT next friday, so soon i'll be able to cruise round in somat retro again Love the mirrors too - need some of those  |
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If only everything in life was as cool as a retro VW racer.
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Noice car and wheels! Do those mirrors 'work', as in can you see enough while they're way out there, up front? Been looking at similar mirrors but a bit worried about the rear-vision-thingy.
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The mirrors are curse word. You can't see anything. Even when they are adjusted just right they give you such narrow field of vision that I have nearly broadsided five cars, three bikes, a moped or two and even a double decker bus.
It has three inch shorter springs on it but the skinny tyres take off another couple so I guess it is five inches nearer the ground.
Charlie
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ah, style over eh, function, or in this case vision... thanks for being so honest!
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this: ....is a great pic. I wouldn't like it half as much if the Biffa dustbin wasn't in it though. Excellent work! |
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1972 Fiat 130 1985 Talbot Alpine 1974 Lancia Beta Saloon 1975 + 1986 Mazda 929 Koop + Wagon 1982 Fiat Argenta 2.0 iniezione elettronica 1977 Toyota Carina TA14 BEST CAR EVER!!!!!!!! 1979 Datsun B310 Sunny 4-dr 1984 Audi 200 Quattro Turbo 1983 Honda Accord 1.6 DX GONE1989 Alfa 75 2.0 TS Mr T says: TREAT YO MOTHER RIGHT! |
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Thanks Mr B. I agree, the Biffa adds a certain je ne sais quoi to it.
Charlie
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Saru
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Your car is awesome. Love the wheels.
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phatphord
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deffo a sweet looking motor |
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I've built your car on Gran Turismo 4 same wheels and colour and stance!
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SteveP
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Very nice! I can't remember actually seeing one of these, I really like it!
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dub
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that is just brilliant, looks so nice
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- i rekon a side exit exhaust would look good as there isnt a cut out in the rear valance for the exhaust, or even a hidden one behind the valence 
. Nice car though 
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