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Doctor Gollum

#840
14 November 2020, 11:18:38
Whilst I understand the nostalgia side of it, you make that sound like a bad thing :-\

That said, it would make for cheap (and nasty) budget motoring...
Onanists always think outside the box.

dave the builder

#841
14 November 2020, 14:40:31
Quote from: Sir Tigger QC on 13 November 2020, 22:37:46
It's time that dave the builder got himself a van.
The skid factory put a turbo'd Barra engine in one IIRC
BUT..
I already have a "van " with a V6 engine and comfy seat  ;)

Kevin Wood

#842
14 November 2020, 17:51:51
Quote from: Viral_Jim on 14 November 2020, 11:08:14
Quote from: Sir Tigger QC on 09 September 2020, 23:07:10
Nice estate!  8)  :y

With different engine, running gear and a body kit, that could be a very cool little thing.  :y

Can't be many of them left now?

<Wonders what he's been smoking ^>  ;)
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Viral_Jim

#843
14 November 2020, 19:50:40
Quote from: Kevin Wood on 14 November 2020, 17:51:51
<Wonders what he's been smoking ^>  ;)

Well, I've had a few beers, nothing smoked however  ;D.

What I was thinking about was something along similar lines to this lada...

http://www.speedhunters.com/2015/12/unusual-suspect-lada-attitude/

Plus, I am a sucker for a a wagon.

Kevin Wood

#844
15 November 2020, 08:43:10
Quote from: Viral_Jim on 14 November 2020, 19:50:40
Well, I've had a few beers, nothing smoked however  ;D.
That's what I was worried about. ;)
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What I was thinking about was something along similar lines to this lada...

http://www.speedhunters.com/2015/12/unusual-suspect-lada-attitude/

Plus, I am a sucker for a a wagon.

That is cool, but then its ancestor the Fiat 124 was a cool car, for the few hours they survived in the UK before rusting away or catching fire due to Italian+leccy.

The Marina has its ancestry in the BL beancounting department, however. (no offence!)

I'm not sure some of its flaws are easily fixable. The woeful front suspension, for a start. I'm not sure there was anything strong enough around the front inner wing to take a strut, and the torsion bar setup was beyond dire (although I think later Itals got a Mcpherson strut, so maybe...

Should you need more inspiration in your quest, both of your current subjects of interest and many other candidates are here... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_automobiles_considered_the_worst  ;)

FSO Polonez, anyone? :D

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dave the builder

#845
15 November 2020, 11:40:45
Quote from: Kevin Wood on 15 November 2020, 08:43:10


Should you need more inspiration in your quest, both of your current subjects of interest and many other candidates are here... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_automobiles_considered_the_worst  ;)

FSO Polonez, anyone? :D
I see the Cadillac Catera (1997–01) made the list  ::)
The yanks didn't like the 40k cambelt interval or the fact it's such a tiny car  ;D

Viral_Jim

#846
15 November 2020, 23:47:12
Also the delorean and the Maserati Biturbo. Neither of which I'd mind on my drive. Well, garage in the case of the Maserati obviously, so it doesn't disintegrate (as quickly).

Nick W

#847
15 November 2020, 23:58:19
Quote from: Viral_Jim on 15 November 2020, 23:47:12
Also the delorean and the Maserati Biturbo. Neither of which I'd mind on my drive. Well, garage in the case of the Maserati obviously, so it doesn't disintegrate (as quickly).


two more utterly terrible cars. But they have 'soul' and 'character' which makes them desirable. Somehow


And now a confession: a Delorean is on my list of cars I'd like to own for a while ;D

Doctor Gollum

#848
16 November 2020, 00:09:40
That car is begging for a V6 turbo conversion from the R25 if ever there was ;D
Onanists always think outside the box.

Nick W

#849
16 November 2020, 00:23:35
Quote from: Doctor Gollum on 16 November 2020, 00:09:40
That car is begging for a V6 turbo conversion from the R25 if ever there was ;D


still a hopeless PRV V6, but with an ancient turbo to add to its flaws. Sorry - characteristics


The more modern 3.0l 24valve engine would make more sense. It might just bolt onto the gearbox. Or an X30XE. Or even an Audi V6 complete with gearbox.


Realistically it was only ever intended to be a cruiser, so one that works as intended would do. It's hardly a long term keeper. There are plenty of other crap cars to try ;D

Doctor Gollum

#850
16 November 2020, 00:36:39
Not sure an Audi V6 would be an improvement  :-\

Granted the Gallic V6 would be a liability, at least it would bolt straight in...
Onanists always think outside the box.

Marks DTM Calib

#851
16 November 2020, 07:58:52
The Delorean ranks as they most disappointing car I have ever driven  :-[

Promised so much but, a poor Renault engine, compromised chassis, uncomfortable interior and crap build realised a different reality

B52

#852
17 November 2020, 10:58:05
2003 Holden HSV 3.8

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/313299437446

Headline says V8 but it'll be a V6. And hasn't run for some time...

Migv6 le Frog Fan

#854
17 November 2020, 22:33:12
I noticed that earlier today. A very nice car.  :y
Im trying to stop myself from looking though. It wouldnt be sensible. Ive never been very good at being sensible though, so watch this space.  ::)
Its weird being the same age as old people !
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