BigWig
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;D I'm 100% retro! Just the car retromicra put up is a paper bag job as it stands! Rmad, any danger in a ride out in that Herald of yours one day?  |
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;D I'm 100% retro! Just the car retromicra put up is a paper bag job as it stands! Rmad, any danger in a ride out in that Herald of yours one day? It's been off the road for nearly a year! The good news is that it finally went off to Burnham Autos today for it's engine work. The bad news is that I'm selling it as soon as it's back. I'll try and take you for a spin before it goes though! |
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Davenger
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It's only metal
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Bargain tow carDavenger
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Right, MK1 3 litre Granada, Vauxhall Ventora, Vauxhall CA Cresta, Austin A60, Landrover S2/S2a, Sierra XR4i/XR 4X4, MK1 Transit, Bedford CF/CA, blah blah, that good enough for you.
All retro, and all capable of towing a racing car.
Crikey, you're not this fussy on miniclassic
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Last Edit: Jun 9, 2004 22:49:01 GMT by Davenger
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GrumpyOldMan
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lol ok cheers, what does that involve, checking for leaks etc? make sure it raises/lowers it self ok? Not had any experience with the low rider shitroens! , you can find a very good description of how to check the hydropneumatic suspension on a Citroen. Most people believe it is a very complicated, expensive to repair and unreliable system. But the reality is that it is fairly simple, easy to repair (even DIY) and the parts are cheap... The rest of the car is a modern Peugeot, so expect minor electrical faults and french build quality, but they're nothing that would trouble a person used to retro cars  As regards the driving experience, I'm afraid it's rather boring [my father owns one, and I usually refuse to drive it ;D]. There is a complete lack of feedback from the car, even though it handles really well. But since you only want it as a towcar, the comfortable seats and suspension are all you need  |
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BigWig
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Cheeky git  I said the xantia was a good shout! I couldn't think of anything more poxy to drive than a S2 land rover either up and down the country! I drive them all the time and my right elbow suffers enough on the short journeys! Rmad, let me know Pshyco, cheers mate, good info |
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Last Edit: Jun 9, 2004 23:51:33 GMT by BigWig
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Davenger
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Bargain tow carDavenger
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Jun 10, 2004 12:32:06 GMT
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Hehe ;D I think an XR4i would be good, not only could you use it to tow, you could have some sideways fun in it 2.8 V6, roughly 160 bhp, rear wheel drive, that'll do nicely |
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Last Edit: Jun 10, 2004 12:32:44 GMT by Davenger
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Jun 10, 2004 14:58:10 GMT
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i agree with psychodriver, just make sure all the hydro related stuff is working, and if it is fairly old that it has had at some point its spheres changed as they are what go tits up. Easy enough to sort out tho but better if its been payed for by someone else.
*suffers land rover elbow too.Which is why I always used to drive them with the window open even when it was snowing or peeing down.
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I'm dressed in black again until someone invents a darker colour.
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I said the xantia was a good shout! I couldn't think of anything more poxy to drive than a S2 land rover either up and down the country! I drive them all the time and my right elbow suffers enough on the short journeys!