British Leyland

[YellowDog]

The Stag went for $20,600 - Really pleased for the seller. He was prepared to let it go far too cheaply.

Right car, wrong time for me :violin:

A Maxi won't quite fill the void :no:

[unstuck]

The Stag went for $20,600 - Really pleased for the seller. He was prepared to let it go far too cheaply.

Right car, wrong time for me :violin:

A Maxi won't quite fill the void :no:

Bummer for you, good for him. They really are a nice wee car.

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[YellowDog]

If you're trying to depress me : Mission accomplished !

[unstuck]

If you're trying to depress me : Mission accomplished !

Was not my intention, but what the hell.:Punk::Punk:

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[dangerous]

The Stag went for $20,600 - Really pleased for the seller. He was prepared to let it go far too cheaply.

Right car, wrong time for me :violin: and a steel of a deal, went and checked my lotto before it closed, but alas...

[Edbear]

Was not my intention, but what the hell.:Punk::Punk:>:laugh::laugh:

Hey my MX5 can do that! :innocent: Okay not as dramatically nor with that sound track...

Okay, it'd be feeble by comparison... :facepalm:

[Indiana_Jones]

Checked out a '79 Princess on the weekend. But decided the work needed to make it a good road going was a bit beyond me space, money and skill wise at this stage in my life.

Pretty gutted, but will keep looking!

-Indy

[dangerous]

Hey my MX5 can do that! :innocent: Okay not as dramatically nor with that sound track...

Okay, it'd be feeble by comparison... :facepalm:your WHAT? it beter be this one below or Ed... I never took you for a gay hairdresser... ya just jiving with aye, cos no straight man would admit to a mx5.

277874

[Indiana_Jones]

To be fair, the MX5 seems to be losing it's 'hairdresser' status and rightly so, they're actually a semi decent roadster from what I can see.

It's still a bit less gay than the MGF lol.

-Indy

[Edbear]

your WHAT? it beter be this one below or Ed... I never took you for a gay hairdresser... ya just jiving with aye, cos no straight man would admit to a mx5.

277874

Hey where you been the last few days? You're missing all the fun on my thread about selling it!

[Daffyd]

It's still a bit less gay than the MGF lol.

-Indy

And a hell of a lot more reliable!

[avgas]

Checked out a '79 Princess on the weekend.
What they don't tell you a '79 Princess turns into a 34 year old bitch.

[ducatilover]

It's still a bit less gay than the MGF lol.

-Indy

Man on man anal is less gay than an MGF

Fucking horrid piles of crap. :facepalm:

I'm straight and I'd own an MX-5.

[SVboy]

your WHAT? it beter be this one below or Ed... I never took you for a gay hairdresser... ya just jiving with aye, cos no straight man would admit to a mx5.

277874

and I took you for a guy with taste and intelligence. Usually people who slag off MX5s have never had one. You know me...not gay and def not a hairdresser. [I have owned 4 mx5s!]

[Indiana_Jones]

What they don't tell you a '79 Princess turns into a 34 year old bitch.

Still want one lol, already got the bitch though....

The Wedge is so pimp, would make a wicked Q-car if you tossed in a Honda V6 or something similar.

-Indy

[jim.cox]

It's still a bit less gay than the MGF lol.



and WAY less so than an Audi TT

[Kickaha]

and def not a hairdresser.
Well who would trust a hairdresser with no hair?

[SVboy]

Well who would trust a hairdresser with no hair?

Exactly!:laugh::laugh:

[unstuck]

Checked out a '79 Princess on the weekend. But decided the work needed to make it a good road going was a bit beyond me space, money and skill wise at this stage in my life.

Pretty gutted, but will keep looking!

-Indy

A mate has one just about identical to this one, It is a nice car to drive. Personally I do not find them that appealing, but I do like to drive it.:Punk:

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[YellowDog]

Many years ago I drove a brand new Austin Princess 2200 Vanden Plas (a friend's company vehicle). It was the British answer to the Datsun invasion. Carpets, Radio, Sound Proofing, the works.

I guess I might have a differing view these days on the same thing, but I thought it was the Bees-Knees.

Momentarily, it made one proud to be British. It's a shame it cost around 70% more than a far better Datsun :no:

[Edbear]

I struggle to think of an Austin of any era that I don't like...

[unstuck]

Datsun 260c delux, now there is a car that I would own again.:yes:

[Indiana_Jones]

A mate has one just about identical to this one, It is a nice car to drive. Personally I do not find them that appealing, but I do like to drive it.:Punk:

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Sweet, is he in Gore too? Let us know if he ever plans to sell it please! (not likely I know lol)

-Indy

[unstuck]

Sweet, is he in Gore too? Let us know if he ever plans to sell it please! (not likely I know lol)

-Indy

He is in lumsden, not far from gore. I cannot see him ever selling his collection, I would imagine his son will be taking it over, I have been trying to talk him into selling me an old prefect he has there for a 4wd project that I have in mind, but he just keeps going, LA LA LA LA LA whenever I mention it.:Punk:

[Indiana_Jones]

Fair enough, if I had a lush Princess like that, I'd be doing everything in my power to keep it lol.

Still telling myself not to ring the other bloke up for his one! no Indy, bad Indy!

-Indy

[Edbear]

Datsun 260c delux, now there is a car that I would own again.:yes:

My brother had one and so did a mate. Three speed column shift if I recall. Early '70's. Loved them!

[unstuck]

Fair enough, if I had a lush Princess like that, I'd be doing everything in my power to keep it lol.

Still telling myself not to ring the other bloke up for his one! no Indy, bad Indy!

-Indy

Best not to encourage you then.:whistle:

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[Indiana_Jones]

Na, if I had a workshop/garage space I would have bought it, but I don't, so had a small cry and left it lol.

Still got my lush 18/85 to work on. Spre engine is slowly coming apart for it's rebuild.

-Indy

[dangerous]

Many years ago I drove a brand new Austin Princess 2200 Vanden Plas Now correct me if I am wrong, but did 'Vanden Plas' not have something to do with 'Rolls' Rover did a Vanden Plas as did Woolsey IIRC a big tank of a thing and was flasher than a flash thing...



and I took you for a guy with taste and intelligence. Usually people who slag off MX5s have never had one. You know me...not gay and def not a hairdresser. [I have owned 4 mx5s!]fooled you then didnt I LOL... now sitting back and thinking about it, some how I can see you in a MX... painted up as the union jack looking like mini me's boss half naked girls wraped around you running there fingers through your long blonde.... errr hang on :no:

ya right tho I have never driven a MX, never interested me in the least, I mean its Jap, shapeless, small, runs a gutless four that sounds like shit... WHAT is it you "men" like about the MX? come on it aint no fucking TVR. :pinch:

[unstuck]

Vanden plas are coachbuilders I THINK.:confused:

[Indiana_Jones]

Vanden Plas All-aggro.....pure class lol

-Indy

[unstuck]

WHAT is it you "men" like about the MX?

For me it is the handling, so much fun on a bendy bit of road.:Punk:

[ducatilover]

WHAT is it you "men" like about the MX? come on it aint no fucking TVR. :pinch:

Cheap, best in its class, great handling and no roof.
It's taken the British idea (small car, shit motor) and made it actually handle, be reliable and relatively well put together.

There's not really anything wrong with the MX5... it lacks power, yes, but so does every non-Honda 4 cylinder.
They'll even out perform a 924 easily (not saying much, but it has a Porsche badge)

[scumdog]

Just to say - I've had the Marina lorry for over 6 months and apart froma small starter issue it has been 100% reliable, starts hot or cold on one compression and runs on the smell of an oily rag - an Arabs jock-strap will do it.:laugh:

Biggest cost?
A new speedo-cable - I rooted the old one by being ham-fisted.

[Edbear]

Now correct me if I am wrong, but did 'Vanden Plas' not have something to do with 'Rolls' Rover did a Vanden Plas as did Woolsey IIRC a big tank of a thing and was flasher than a flash thing...


fooled you then didnt I LOL... now sitting back and thinking about it, some how I can see you in a MX... painted up as the union jack looking like mini me's boss half naked girls wraped around you running there fingers through your long blonde.... errr hang on :no:

ya right tho I have never driven a MX, never interested me in the least, I mean its Jap, shapeless, small, runs a gutless four that sounds like shit... WHAT is it you "men" like about the MX? come on it aint no fucking TVR. :pinch:

There's your problem! :yes:

[unstuck]

I rooted the old one by being ham-fisted.

why does that not surprise me,:Police::p

[Indiana_Jones]

Just to say - I've had the Marina lorry for over 6 months and apart froma small starter issue it has been 100% reliable, starts hot or cold on one compression and runs on the smell of an oily rag - an Arabs jock-strap will do it.:laugh:

Biggest cost?
A new speedo-cable - I rooted the old one by being ham-fisted.

Glad to hear you've still got her and things are going well :D

-Indy

[Indiana_Jones]

Looking at one of these on Saturday, will have to be auto.......becoming a family man is sad.....

http://m3.aimg.sk/inzercie/ab_img1_10941838_rover-200-1998-rover-200-rover-200.jpg

-Indy

[ducatilover]

I hope you're a fantastic and enthusiastic mechanic Indy...

[Indiana_Jones]

I'd rather have the manual version.....worth a look regardless.

I'm yet to drive one, so keen to see what they're like.

-Indy

[dangerous]

Looking at one of these on Saturday, will have to be auto.....It's a farking HONDA

[Indiana_Jones]

Oh ffs, they have CVT auto......doubt I'll bother now.

Wish the mrs would fucking learn manual, rather annoying.

-Indy

[ducatilover]

I'm yet to drive one, so keen to see what they're like.

-Indy They're shit. I love me Brit' cars, but these are absolutely appalling

I like Tomcats though, and they're shit too :D


It's a farking HONDA

Which would be a good thing if it still had a Honda motor and other reliable bits, unfortunately they have an engine that can eat more heads than Ozzy on meth

[Indiana_Jones]

I want a fucking Princess, but the mrs won't bloody drive it.......

-Indy

[dangerous]

Which would be a good thing if it still had a Honda motor and other reliable bits, unfortunately they have an engine that can eat more heads than Ozzy on meth a good thing? then it wouldnt be no brit cage would it...

So its a Honda powered by a what?
later modles were Honda powered tho aye? like a girl at work has a big Rover thing but its a V6 Honda!

[Indiana_Jones]

a good thing? then it wouldnt be no brit cage would it...

So its a Honda powered by a what?
later modles were Honda powered tho aye? like a girl at work has a big Rover thing but its a V6 Honda!

I think the Honda powered ones were from the late 80's through to the mid 90s when BMW owned them?

-Indy

[ducatilover]

a good thing? then it wouldnt be no brit cage would it...

So its a Honda powered by a what?
later modles were Honda powered tho aye? like a girl at work has a big Rover thing but its a V6 Honda! Earlier ones (some) had the D16B Honda 4 cyl and the icky Honda V6 from the Legend (I had one, 4 hours after buying it snapped the cambelt :rolleyes: oopsie)
I'm pretty certain there's f-all Honda in the R3 shape 200 cars? The early one was a Civic/concerto
But that model had the K series in it. You do get used to doing heads on them though... they heads are soft, like cheese.

I want a fucking Princess, but the mrs won't bloody drive it.......

-Indy Tell her she'll look dapper in a Princess, Doug sez so

[YellowDog]

There you go Indy, problem solved:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/baby-gear/prams-strollers/four-wheel-strollers/auction-561465846.htm

It's a Rover Childcare Stroller :eek:

[Indiana_Jones]

Yay!!!

Any decent modern British cars out there? Montego?

-Indy

[ducatilover]

I can't think of any off the top of my head apart from a few Jags, but I don't think they're what you're looking for lol
How about one of them newer (pre-BMW) Minis? A mate had one a while back, ex Japland. Picked up fairly cheap, had a hot 1275 in it with a real happy sounding cam :D

[Indiana_Jones]

Na, she'd never drive a mini. I might just have to suck it up and get a boring jappa :(

-Indy

[ducatilover]

So you're stuck with a little beige auto car? :(

[Edbear]

So you're stuck with a little beige auto car? :(

If you shop around you can get some interesting small cars. Just be careful who you buy from. Frosty is a good guy and specialises in medium priced family cars. Worth chatting to.

[Edbear]

I can't think of any off the top of my head apart from a few Jags, but I don't think they're what you're looking for lol
How about one of them newer (pre-BMW) Minis? A mate had one a while back, ex Japland. Picked up fairly cheap, had a hot 1275 in it with a real happy sounding cam :D

Needs four doors.

[unstuck]

And a decent boot, for all the crap you have to lug around when you have wee ones.:baby:

[dangerous]

And a decent boot, for all the crap you have to lug around when you have wee ones.:baby:ok going way off topic but... we have a 05 swift, yip the buggies fitted in the back sprogs in the middle and altho the suspension is rather soggy it does mean burn outs, handles like a kart and sits on 160 easy as, a good deal for what they cost.

[Indiana_Jones]

Yea the mother-in-law has a Swift, but I doubt we'd buy one, it's even too gay for the mrs!

An Audi A3 looks cool, what are they like?

And yeah it'd need to be a 4/5 door deal. So there goes an early 90s 205 in manual :(

-Indy

[YellowDog]

How did we get away from the Monte(no)go idea?

A fine family car. The Turbo was well ahead of the competition in it's day.

Provided you have a good supply of epoxy resin, the annoying rattles can be easily remedied :yes:

And it will even come with an MG badge.

I'll be in the UK in August and quite likely to bring back an XK8 or something similar :yes:

I've already found a low mileage DB7 for $35k, but it is sadly out of my budget and would survive my bumpy driveway.

[pzkpfw]

... handles like a kart ...

My Wife hates me driving hers - but this is why I do. Great fun.

[Indiana_Jones]

Bring me back a Wedge if you find one :D

-Indy

[ducatilover]

If you shop around you can get some interesting small cars. Just be careful who you buy from. Frosty is a good guy and specialises in medium priced family cars. Worth chatting to. Frosty is a top notch fella :niceone:




An Audi A3 looks cool, what are they like?

And yeah it'd need to be a 4/5 door deal. So there goes an early 90s 205 in manual :(

-Indy
Pug 405s are pretty nice? As are the little 306s, gorgeous wee things. I myself would love to have a 1.9dt 306, then get the GTi suspension up in it :headbang:

Some AUDIs are worth looking at, they do tend to have common problems (in my mind, common issues are better than random ones), if you're looking at the 1st gen A3, make sure the trans services are documented and if it has more than 100k on it, ask if the ABS unit has been repaired or replaced, I fixed and ABS unit in one for a mate, usually they'll get replaced, but you can re flow the solder joints in them and replace a few various bits and bobs
They will throw air bag lights, but usually that's in 2 door models (same as ze Beetle) because folding the driver's seat forward eventually wears the loom under it :lol:

Nice wee cars to drive, and essentially the same as a Golf

I'll sell ya my Ovlov :cool:

[YellowDog]

Bring me back a Wedge if you find one :D

-Indy

There are many oxidised ones at around $250 a pop. May need a push though.

In my Dad's yard under an old car port, there's a seriously rusted up 1964 Hillman Superminx.

There's also a 1989 Renault Espace.

I think I'll pass on those, but I will certainly be searching on autotrader.co.uk and also ebay.co.uk before I go over.

[Daffyd]

Frosty is a top notch fella :niceone:


I myself would love to have a 1.9dt 306.



I had one of these. 300,000 Km on the clock but ran like a charm. Had to unload it when I moved over here. (Still waiting for the money, but.)

A mate has a Citroen Xaria with the same running gear, but compared to the Pug is as gutless as f**k!

[Indiana_Jones]

I've just found out these puppies, in auto form, run a Honda engine.

http://i12.tinypic.com/5xdj52o.jpg

Yay or Nay?

Also this is on my watch list

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=562346698

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/251079816.jpg

-Indy

[ducatilover]

Is it the 1.6 D16 Honda? They're a bit lacking with an Auto on 'em but the motors are solid wee units.
Fun fact, they use the same rad fan switch as a ZZR600/400


The Pug will be far more entertaining, but check them both over. The Pug needs to have had a recent cam belt and a good history with the auto box, they also develop many interior rattles, but they're sweet little cars for the coin!

I'd be swayed more towards that Rover, purely because I'd much rather turn the key on a D16 than a Pug without stressing :niceone:

[Indiana_Jones]

If I'm gonna have to go auto, I'd rather a sedan. Might take a look at this car then:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=561630843

A little rough around the edges, but looks solid

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/253885420.jpg

-Indy

[ducatilover]

Low ball him, just cos.
It's definitely a D16B, so that's good. Leather looks pretty too
It is a Singapore import, so check everything works a few times :niceone:

[Indiana_Jones]

Yeah I just noticed that via carjam, run away spec?

-Indy

[ducatilover]

Yeah I just noticed that via carjam, run away spec?

-Indy

Not always run away spec, just check it over well. I've had a few mates with Sing import BMWs and most of them have been great, others have only had tyical BMW issues. (except sing E46s, they're 'orrible)

[Indiana_Jones]

One more question, the auto box isn't a CVT is it?

-Indy

[ducatilover]

Not that I'm aware of, if it is, run.

[Indiana_Jones]

Pretty much why I was asking lol

-Indy

[dangerous]

I've just found out these puppies, in auto form, run a Honda engine.Yay or Nay?
Also this is on my watch list
NAY, bloody jap man... and piss that french? thing off too this is a Brit Layland thread... :msn-wink:



If I'm gonna have to go auto, I'd rather a sedan. Might take a look at this car then:
A little rough around the edges, but looks solid
Honda farking Acord... man, the real thing would hold its value better :cool:

[ducatilover]

Honda farking Acord...

Concerto :msn-wink: It's even smaller than an Accord, got to know yer fake Japs mate!

[YellowDog]

Indy buddy, If it's the one with the Honda SOHV unit, then that is quite reasonable. However I seem to remember helping a mate with taking out his auto gearbox and the inexplicable computer fault codes were very difficult to lose. It could have been him, rather than the car, as he was always sodding about with things. I don't believe they are as crap as other Rovers, so that's a good sign. The Asian assembly issue might be a problem. Do scan the door seals and make sure they all open and shut precisely. Check that the aircon and heater work OK and let the fan cut in and out at least twice. Cooling and the coolant quality was a problem for my mate too. Hope it pans out for you.

[ducatilover]

D16Bs are bullet proof, got one in the Family with 350,000 on it and it's great, but you're totally right with the doors and whatnot, seals do perish in Singapore very fast (no, door seals, not the smelly cute ones) and it's not actually uncommon to have the heater core bypassed in Sing cars

[scumdog]

Marina lorry goes to the body-fixer-upper on Wednesday - needs some rust fixed for next WOF (surprise-surprise!)

Funny how six months ago it passed its WOF with the same rust there eh...

[dangerous]

Marina lorry goes to the body-fixer-upper on Wednesday - needs some rust fixed for next WOF (surprise-surprise!)

Funny how six months ago it passed its WOF with the same rust there eh...

mate... if like me old CF230 then bog er up quick spray and theres another 6 months...

[YellowDog]

Marina lorry goes to the body-fixer-upper on Wednesday - needs some rust fixed for next WOF (surprise-surprise!)

Funny how six months ago it passed its WOF with the same rust there eh...

A guy working for me bought a Jap import and at its first WOF after import, it failed on an engine mounting. He asked for the part back after repair. It was a seriously busted engine mounting that had been gummed up. Initial tester was complicit in the crime. He let it go, whereas I would have taken the part and reported the certifying garage.

[Indiana_Jones]

Indy buddy, If it's the one with the Honda SOHV unit, then that is quite reasonable. However I seem to remember helping a mate with taking out his auto gearbox and the inexplicable computer fault codes were very difficult to lose. It could have been him, rather than the car, as he was always sodding about with things. I don't believe they are as crap as other Rovers, so that's a good sign. The Asian assembly issue might be a problem. Do scan the door seals and make sure they all open and shut precisely. Check that the aircon and heater work OK and let the fan cut in and out at least twice. Cooling and the coolant quality was a problem for my mate too. Hope it pans out for you.


D16Bs are bullet proof, got one in the Family with 350,000 on it and it's great, but you're totally right with the doors and whatnot, seals do perish in Singapore very fast (no, door seals, not the smelly cute ones) and it's not actually uncommon to have the heater core bypassed in Sing cars

Cheers for the tips lads :) might not go for this one in the end, but this model of car might be a goer I reckon _b

Another one here

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/rover/400/auction-563818794.htm


NAY, bloody jap man... and piss that french? thing off too this is a Brit Layland thread... :msn-wink:


Honda farking Acord... man, the real thing would hold its value better :cool:

Yeah......but it has a Rover badge and look at that lush leather interior!

-Indy

[ducatilover]

On a British note, who wants to buy something little and excellent (buy a Minor) and swap for my luxury Swede tank :lol:
I'll talk it up a little bit:
It has a beige exterior.
Even the rocker cover is beige.
It has no curves.
It has a huge stereo.

That's about all I've noticed (except it has a tasty 5 cyl motor and the best seats ever)
It goes forwards and backwards. I think I turned a corner once.

[Indiana_Jones]

850R? lol

Someone has one for sale, but I had to decline as the mrs said no way!

-Indy

[ducatilover]

850R? lol

Someone has one for sale, but I had to decline as the mrs said no way!

-Indy

:( Just a 2.5 GLT, top spec without that power stuff

[Indiana_Jones]

Sounds super beige lol

-Indy

[ducatilover]

It really is.
Which does suit me, but I'm a 5 ft 6.5 young and single chap, don't really need a whole 850 to myself... plus I'm happy in a Morrie :headbang:

[Indiana_Jones]

You want an ADO16 sir!

-Indy

[Indiana_Jones]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/rover/400/auction-554904078.htm

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/250738437.jpg

Low ball 'em? say $1750 including the shipping? at that price it'd almost be worth the gamble.

Granted the km's are a lot higher on this one.

-Indy

[ducatilover]

You want an ADO16 sir!

-Indy
I do, but I like Morries more :niceone:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/rover/400/auction-554904078.htm



Low ball 'em? say $1750 including the shipping? at that price it'd almost be worth the gamble.

Granted the km's are a lot higher on this one.

-Indy
Possibly wortha shot, I'll be up near there in a few weeks I think, so if you find something around Te Puke I'll go have a sneaky look/skid and could even drive it to Auckville?

[Indiana_Jones]

I doubt that car will still be there by then lol, but we'll see aye

-Indy

[ducatilover]

http://assets.diylol.com/hfs/e69/de9/b2d/resized/do-a-skid-bro-meme-generator-do-skid-bro-3416b5.jpg?1303828071.jpg

[unstuck]

This is what you need, then you just chuck all the baby gear and the baby in the back, tie the pram to the roof and away you go. Actually saw one sitting in a farmers shed yesterday that looked rather do upable.:devil2:http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7007/6845315371_796b42174c_z.jpg

[Indiana_Jones]

I would rock it, but the mrs wouldn't lol.

Also I've been recommended to look at Rover 600s as well as 400s

Like this:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/rover/auction-561683562.htm

Do they have the Honda engine too?

-Indy

[YellowDog]

Indy, I had a highish mileage 620si Auto for about 4 years. I hate to say this, but it was a fabulous car. The speedo regularly stated 130Mph, but I am sure that was an error. Great in town too and at that time, I had 3 kids (not at 130Mph) and there was no problems.

One problem with the car only, the passenger side window rubber went a bit funny and had to be replaced. That was about it. The timing belt wasn't cheap to change either. And it does need to be done to save the engine going all Chernobyl on you.

My verdict is that it was a good car and pretty damn economical too, though not at 130Mph.

Have you looked at the Rover Sterling - Not ever owned one, but have driven one a few times. Not cheap to run but faaaarkin nice for a cheap luxury family car!

[Indiana_Jones]

Cheers for that mate, so that one I linked is a same car? 600/620?

It's starting to get confusing lol

As for things liker timing belts etc, not a cheap I know, but if it needs to be done, needs to be done I guess.

-Indy

[YellowDog]

My 620si was older and had a 2-litre engine. Still a Honda though. I can't imagine the MKII being not as good :no:

Great power, even when fully loaded. Didn't have a CAT though :rolleyes:

[ducatilover]

This is what you need, then you just chuck all the baby gear and the baby in the back, tie the pram to the roof and away you go. Actually saw one sitting in a farmers shed yesterday that looked rather do upable.:devil2: :first: That's gorgeous, do want!


Indy, I had a highish mileage 620si Auto for about 4 years. I hate to say this, but it was a fabulous car. The speedo regularly stated 130Mph, but I am sure that was an error. Great in town too and at that time, I had 3 kids (not at 130Mph) and there was no problems.

One problem with the car only, the passenger side window rubber went a bit funny and had to be replaced. That was about it. The timing belt wasn't cheap to change either. And it does need to be done to save the engine going all Chernobyl on you.

My verdict is that it was a good car and pretty damn economical too, though not at 130Mph.

Have you looked at the Rover Sterling - Not ever owned one, but have driven one a few times. Not cheap to run but faaaarkin nice for a cheap luxury family car! They're not too bad at all those, they're like having an up-spec Accord inside, with a beige and reliable motor.
I can do a cambelt for under $300 easily on one

The one you're looking at Indy has the H23A motor, they're great engines.
I'd avoid the Sterling myself, they can be troublesome and expensive to fix, thirsty too. Better off buying an E34 525 for similar money, better car in every way


The 620Ti went pretty well for what it was, before the inevitable exploding engine and gearbox :lol: Makes me want a Tomcat. Even though a Prelude with an H22A will rip one in half.

[MisterD]

so that one I linked is a same car? 600/620?

It's starting to get confusing lol

There were a few of those in the Rep fleet when I was working in London in 95/96 ish and the guys that had them, loved them (although the Pug 406 I inherited when I joined out-handled them and I resisted the offer to swap). Definitely a cut above your Cavaliers and Mundaneos back in the day. They were all built at Honda's Swindon factory and all but the diesel I think are Honda motors.

600 is the series, 618 = 1.8 motor, 620 = 2.0 etc. When you build a car aimed at the fleet market, it's important to have that status indicator on the back!

[YellowDog]

Agree about the running costs of a Sterling. It was a nice drive though (at that time).

My 620si was an ex-company car from the auctions. There was also a 623GSI. This may be the same engine as in the one Indy's looking at?

[bungbung]

I had a 825 Sterling for a few years, it was the equivalent of the Honda Legend. It was pretty nice but lacked soul. I replaced it with a SD1 V8 manual, vast improvement.
I didn't have the Sterling long enough to notice any increased running costs. The SD1 was certainly a lot thirstier.

[ducatilover]

Agree about the running costs of a Sterling. It was a nice drive though (at that time). Sure was, it's a shame they never made the later 3.2 Hona in to one, they were seriously nice cars too


My 620si was an ex-company car from the auctions. There was also a 623GSI. This may be the same engine as in the one Indy's looking at?

Yeah AFAIK all 623s had the H23A motor

[Indiana_Jones]

From what I've read online all of the 600 series a part from the 'ti' and diesel ones have Honda engines.

That 623 on tardme looks nice, if it got ok mpg I might be in for a look.

-Indy

[ducatilover]

From what I've read online all of the 600 series a part from the 'ti' and diesel ones have Honda engines.

That 623 on tardme looks nice, if it got ok mpg I might be in for a look.

-Indy

Realistic average of 8-9L/100km I'd say. Not hugely fantastic, but probaby better than my boat... er car

[Indiana_Jones]

8-9L/100km combined would be good enough, I mean from the sounds of it, I'd be getting the same from the 416.

-Indy

[ducatilover]

That's a fair point.
I know that's about what the Accord with the H23 got, the H22 is a bit better, and has a shed load more power. But you can't go too wrong with either

[YellowDog]

Clearly you will get far better economy out of the 416, but you will be getting so much more car with the 623 for not a huge drop in economy, unless of course you drive it like a complete caaaaaant. But then of course Mrs Indy will be there to administer corrective measures :yes:

[Indiana_Jones]

Far better or just a little bit more? I mean if there's a decent difference between the 416 and 623 than I might lean towards the 416.

Granted the 623 seems to be a tougher and more luxury car.

-Indy

[YellowDog]

OK - See if this will make you feel better:

Drive the 416 like a complete caaaaant and the 600 series like an old granddad And you'll find that the 600 series is indeed quite a bit more economical :banana:

Because of the extra weight and momentum, you can put the 600 in neutral and free-wheel down 3km sections past Newton and down to the flyover bit before the harbour bridge :yes:

Not sure how the viaduct has changed that :shit:

[pete376403]

Now the thread seems to have morphed into a Honda love-fest, should be safe to mention the Rover 216 cabriolet my daughter had (until fairly recently). Fun wee car, not too slow even though automatic. Power (hydraulic) roof mech worked well. Nail in the coffin was the ABS failed and she was quoted minimum of $2k to repair. Was traded on an Astra.
Looked like this:

[Indiana_Jones]

lol nice tip.

Just took a look at a 623. Was real nice to drive :)

This example is a good honest car, one owner since it got here in 1999, but a bit tired around the edges. His price reflects this, so kinda tossing it up. The mrs was keen on the model of car, but might want to wait for a tidier example to come along.

Should be taking a look at a 416 on Friday should it not sell.

-Indy

[ducatilover]

My bro just sold his manual E36 325i for $2k today, that would have been perfect to teach her how to drive a manual :msn-wink: msport suspension too

[Indiana_Jones]

Are you talking about my mrs? cause she's never gonna learn aye lol

-Indy

[ducatilover]

Are you talking about my mrs? cause she's never gonna learn aye lol

-Indy

He could have thrown a cattle prod in? Gotta love dairy farmers

[dangerous]

FFS... will you lot stop wanking on about krut and frog cages, get back to real pommy shit (not that nippon badged crap) like this farking wee beauty... Who can tell me what it is then aye?

278778 278777

[Indiana_Jones]

Austin-Healey Sprite?

-Indy

[Moi]

An early Triumph TR series... not sure quite which one...



Indy, if you want a Rover buy a Rover - if you want a Honda buy a Honda...

Or buy quality and get Toymota of some description...

Drive - on very rare occasions - a mid-90s Camry V6 with 175k - just run in...

[dangerous]

Austin-Healey Sprite?

-Indy
LOL, well at least you didnt look the sellers name up on trademe, try again and look a bit closer at the photo's :headbang:





An early Triumph TR series... not sure quite which one...
3, you seen it on the rocker cover aye
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/triumph/tr3b/auction-560038057.htm

[Indiana_Jones]

Indy, if you want a Rover buy a Rover - if you want a Honda buy a Honda...

Or buy quality and get Toymota of some description...

Drive - on very rare occasions - a mid-90s Camry V6 with 175k - just run in...

That'd be the logical thing to do.....

-Indy

[Moi]

3, you seen it on the rocker cover aye
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/triumph/tr3b/auction-560038057.htm

It was the nose shape and those distinctive headlights that was the primary clue, then followed by the rocker cover for confirmation...

Certainly a nice wee car - need Uncle Lotto to donate in order to buy that one!

The TRs were just Ferguson tractors in party frocks as the Standards were Ferguson tractors with a roof!

[ducatilover]

It's piss easy to tell it was a TR2 or 3 :D
I think I mentioned it here before, a mate had a TR2 with Alfa Berlina running gear (front and rear suspension, motor/box/diff), had a TR3 front and about 2 inches added on the gaurds to match the Alfa's track.
Fuck it was a hot little car, went like snot too! Had real grouse little bucket seats, like you'd find in an old Cooper :headbang:

[ducatilover]

Ohhhhh, Indy, look! http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/triumph/tr7/auction-561740212.htm

Right, I'm off to search the Morries

[Indiana_Jones]

lol cheers, I do like the TR7 :D

-Indy

[ducatilover]

Looks awesome in that yellow!

Somebody take my cage away, I saw a nice Morris project :niceone:

Might look at stuff that's even older...
I wonder what an Austin 7 is worth now

[dangerous]

The TRs were just Ferguson tractors in party frocks as the Standards were Ferguson tractors with a roof! next you will say the 1600 vanguard and vitesse were tractors... wash your mouth out :doh:

[YellowDog]

Ohhhhh, Indy, look! http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/triumph/tr7/auction-561740212.htm

Right, I'm off to search the Morries

Plenty of room in there for the Mrs & the Sprog!

Spine chilling memories for me there.

And mine was convertible and also in red. A great looker.

Unless it has been upped to a V8, stay well clear :no:

[Indiana_Jones]

Nice

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=555048184

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/250800409.jpg

-Indy

[YellowDog]

Are you thinking about that one for your Dad or for your Granddad ?

It's H O R R I D

[Indiana_Jones]

I am a young fogey lol.....

I had a good look at the estate version which was parked next to my 'crab at the concours. It was so lush inside etc.

I think a bargin could be had there. I could see me driving that :D

-Indy

[ducatilover]

Plenty of room in there for the Mrs & the Sprog!

Spine chilling memories for me there.

And mine was convertible and also in red. A great looker.

Unless it has been upped to a V8, stay well clear :no: A red 'vert would be a fantastic looking car!
I'm pretty sure the only reason you buy a 4cyl one is to put a V8 in it?


Nice

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=555048184



-Indy
Comfy and quiet, witht he V6 in 'em. But I have never actually heard a good thing about them :wait:

I am a young fogey lol.....



-Indy
:2thumbsup Me too!

[YellowDog]

[QUOTE=ducatilover;1130503237]A red 'vert would be a fantastic looking car!

She was an absolute beauty. Most complete bitches are.

I'm pretty sure the only reason you buy a 4cyl one is to put a V8 in it?

I was too young and stupid to realise. Instead of a 3.5 litre I put in three and a half new engines in it before I'd had enough


Comfy and quiet, witht he V6 in 'em. But I have never actually heard a good thing about them :wait:

The V6 drives quite nicely, with plenty of power. But it is still quite spongy and looks H I D D E O U S

[ducatilover]

I've never had to throw a spanner at one yet, but nobody tells me good stories.
I reckon they're okay looking :lol: but I'm a siiiiick bugger

[Indiana_Jones]

They look fine to me lol (remember I am a 'crab owner and fan....)

This one is the 1.8L engine, which would be more ideal for town driving, as that's what mrs Indy would be doing in it etc. Also they seem to have good crash ratings etc, good for the kiddies

-Indy

[YellowDog]

Crab's are great cars. I almost stuck a 1750 in my TR7.

Best advice to Mrs I, don't crash!

[ducatilover]

Crab's are great cars. I almost stuck a 1750 in my TR7.

Best advice to Mrs I, don't crash! If I had something with a 1750, it'd be a Rapier :drool: good god they're cool!


They look fine to me lol (remember I am a 'crab owner and fan....)

This one is the 1.8L engine, which would be more ideal for town driving, as that's what mrs Indy would be doing in it etc. Also they seem to have good crash ratings etc, good for the kiddies

-Indy

Fookin' lovely interior, she'll love it
But the auto gives me the shits, as does the K series engine.
However, if you get a good one and be extremely pedantic (service the trans, and importantly, the cooling system) it should be a very nice car to drive
I would recommend running comp test and a pressure test on the cooling system
There's bound to be a buyer's guide on the net, I'll have a look

I would actually own one, purely because they're so quiet and comfy. :yes: but it offers nothing much over my Ovlov, the Ovlov sounds nicer too (with your head out the window...)

I'll still sell you my completely non Brit car :lol:


Ninja edit, a buyers guide http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=75282
mmm MG ZT

[Indiana_Jones]

Cheers for the buying guide mate :)

The K-series doesn't scare me too much, it's really the CVT box on the 200's

The autobox on the 75 is a 'normal' one as far as I can see so that's ok.

Also got a 2.0L V6 version on the watchlist, this one is local. I don't think the V6 versions were known for head gasket issues?

edit: "It should be noted that the 75/ZT V6 engines KV6 almost never have a head gasket failure, and it is extremely unlikely to occur unless servicing has been terrible. "

-Indy

[ducatilover]

Nah the V6 should be safe, it's not very grunty in 2L form. Seems there are a fair few common issues with the 75s, but nothing too heinous really. :niceone:

[YellowDog]

nothing too heinous really. :niceone:

You're forgetting the highly unattractive rear end :no:

[ducatilover]

You're forgetting the highly unattractive rear end :no:

Oh come now, you know I'm sick, I think it's quite nice :facepalm:
Then again I have a Tatra fetish and lust after Borgwards.

I don't think I'm actually 24?

[Moi]

next you will say the 1600 vanguard and vitesse were tractors... wash your mouth out :doh:

The fishing was good... :bleh:

OK, will wash out mouth with a Merlot later...

True, the Vitesse was/is a glorious car either in 1600 or 2000 form and they have that sexy six growl. However, the early ones' rear suspension was slightly agricultural and devious...

[Daffyd]

True, the Vitesse was/is a glorious car either in 1600 or 2000 form and they have that sexy six growl. However, the early ones' rear suspension was slightly agricultural and devious...

My brother had a 1600 and traded it on a 2000. Loved them both.

[YellowDog]

Oh come now, you know I'm sick, I think it's quite nice :facepalm:
Then again I have a Tatra fetish and lust after Borgwards.

I don't think I'm actually 24?

Years ago when I was banging a gorgeous Czech bird, who was well out of my league AND I'd have been far better off paying her by the hour. She took me to Prague's motor museum.

Wow - that was very impressive (I am assuming that Tatra is Czech). The Czech's appear to be great engineers and some of their stuff was really quite pioneering. I suspect that the Skoda's VW models are superior to the Kraut's poormans car.

I'd wrongly always assumed that Borgwards were made by Saab. Silly me :spanking:

Apart from the Rover 75, there's nowt wrong with your taste in cars :2thumbsup

[ducatilover]

Years ago when I was banging a gorgeous Czech bird, who was well out of my league AND I'd have been far better off paying her by the hour. She took me to Prague's motor museum. :first: That deserves beer, much jealous of that situation


Wow - that was very impressive (I am assuming that Tatra is Czech). The Czech's appear to be great engineers and some of their stuff was really quite pioneering. I suspect that the Skoda's VW models are superior to the Kraut's poormans car.

I'd wrongly always assumed that Borgwards were made by Saab. Silly me :spanking:

Apart from the Rover 75, there's nowt wrong with your taste in cars :2thumbsup

Tatras are really interesting cars, much like an uber LWB V8 911 with boat suspension :D
Borgward Isabellas make me happy, for some reason.

I quite like some of them new Skodas, they're seriously good value now, small ones aren't far off Corolla money and they're not horrible like 'rollas.

I like my taste!

[Daffyd]

I'd wrongly always assumed that Borgwards were made by Saab. Silly me :spanking:



The Borgward group was the last fully family owned car maker in Europe, makes included Goliath, Lloyd, Hansa, (renamed Goliath). I think there was another one in there somewhere, but the old mind is slowing down. Must be the heat.

The group went bust because, according to experts at the time, they had too many competing models. eg. Borgward Arabella and Goliath/Hansa.

Spent some time chauffeuring a neighbour around in an Arabella. Loved it! 1100cc flat four fwd. Also had a cousin that owned a Borgward Isabella... the best known model in NZ. It was a beautiful car both to look at and to drive. I think they were about 1600cc. 2 door, but relatively roomy 4 seater.

[Daffyd]

:first:

I quite like some of them new Skodas, they're seriously good value now, small ones aren't far off Corolla money and they're not horrible like 'rollas.

I like my taste!

Skodas regularly beat VW in the owners' reliability surveys held each year.

[ducatilover]

I'm looking at getting m'self a classic for a business car later this year, instead of giving the big beige to the business (would be okay if I was an accountant)
My list
Morrie Minor highlight
Morrie 1100/1300 (I love these)
Something older? Would love a Morris 8 or an A30/35etc.
Herald
Vauxhall Victor (yeah, odd in this mix)

Ideas? Sorry Indy, don't want a 'crab :bleh:
Just has to be a reasonably cheap way in to a classic

[Indiana_Jones]

Depends what the business is?

If you're gonna 'make the old sign' etc you might want an MGF?

-Indy

[ducatilover]

Depends what the business is?
Decorative metal finishing, custom bike work and other random things :niceone: I reckon owning a shinig classic would be excellent advertising (can you imagine how spotless a car I've restore is under the bonnet?)


If you're gonna 'make the old sign' etc you might want an MGF?

-Indy

Don't swear at e :bleh: I'd rather have gingivitis

[Indiana_Jones]

If that's the case I'd go for a ute of some sort, would be a good display item and practical.

1800 ute? :D

-Indy

[ducatilover]

If that's the case I'd go for a ute of some sort, would be a good isply item and practical.

1800 ute? :D

-Indy

I was looking at utes just before :D
An A40 Farina would be sweet, relatively practical

[scumdog]

If that's the case I'd go for a ute of some sort, would be a good isply item and practical.

1800 ute? :D

-Indy

Or a Marina ute?:cool:

[dangerous]

Comfy and quiet, witht he V6 in 'em. But I have never actually heard a good thing about them :wait:If ya gona fark round with a V6 then do this shit http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/other/auction-556961925.htm

Or the real thing... http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/other/auction-418862682.htm

[YellowDog]

That Griffith 500 is quite a beast.

Shame about the colour :no:

[Indiana_Jones]

Here's some music to go with this thread:

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-Indy

[Edbear]

Or a Marina ute?:cool:

Either would be cool banana's! :first:

[Edbear]

My first "car" was a Bradford van. Now that's a cool promo vehicle! Trouble is the last one I saw for sale was $9k!!! :(

[dangerous]

That Griffith 500 is quite a beast.

Shame about the colour :no:I believe when you buy one ya get to choose the colour, any colour and they fly you over to watch it roll off the production line...

[YellowDog]

I worked at a UK firm many years back and all the sales guys had Porsche, Merc, & BMW badges. It was getting quite boring and once Ferraris and Maseratis started showing up - no one knew how to be different (I had a Lotus Esprit Turbo with a permanent back ache). One of the guys showed up in a TVR and no one quite knew what to say. The finish quality of the leather was quite something and they looked so different. As soon as the other guys realised that they were made to order and you could watch your car being made . . . . .

Just soooooo boring . . . . . . . . . . That's when I started buying bikes :banana:

Those days of loadsamoney have long since passed :cry:

[Indiana_Jones]

Someone buy it lol

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/austin/1800/auction-565647121.htm

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/255746003.jpg

-Indy

[YellowDog]

Congrats to you.

This may help your 'Gentleman's Car sell:

Apparently Presented without comment…

Positive ground depends on proper circuit functioning, which is the transmission of negative ions by retention of visible spectral manifestation know as "smoke".

Smoke is the thing that makes electrical circuits work. We know this to be true because every time one lets the smoke out of an electrical circuit, it stops working. This can be verified repeatedly through empirical testing.

For example, if one places a copper bar across the terminals of a battery, prodigious quantities of smoke are liberated and the battery shortly ceases to function. In addition, if one observes smoke escaping from an electrical component such as a Lucas voltage regulator, it will also be observed that the component no longer functions. The logic is elementary and inescapable!

The function of the wiring harness is to conduct the smoke from one device to another. When the wiring springs a leak and lets all the smoke out of the system, nothing works afterward.

Starter motors were considered unsuitable for British motorcycles for some time largely because they consumed large quantities of smoke, requiring very unsightly large wires.

It has been reported that Lucas electrical components are possibly more prone to electrical leakage than their Bosch, Japanese or American counterparts. Experts point out that this is because Lucas is British, and all things British leak. British engines leak oil, British shock absorbers, hydraulic forks and disk brake systems leak fluid, British tires leak air and British Intelligence leaks national defense secrets.

Therefore, it follows that British electrical systems must leak smoke. Once again, the logic is clear and inescapable.
In conclusion, the basic concept of transmission of electrical energy in the form of smoke provides a logical explanation of the mysteries of electrical components especially British units manufactured by Joseph Lucas, Ltd.

And remember: “A gentleman does not motor about after dark.”
Joseph Lucas “The Prince of Darkness” - 1842-1903

A few Lucas quips:

The Lucas motto: “Get home before dark.”

Lucas is the patent holder for the short circuit.

Lucas - Inventor of the first intermittent wiper.

Lucas - Inventor of the self-dimming headlamp.

The three-position Lucas switch--DIM, FLICKER and OFF. The other three switch settings--SMOKE, SMOLDER and IGNITE.

The Original Anti-Theft Device - Lucas Electrics.

If Lucas made guns, guns would not fire.

Back in the ‘70's, Lucas decided to diversify its product line and began manufacturing vacuum cleaners. It was the only product they offered which did not suck.

Q: Why do the British drink warm beer? A: Because Lucas makes their refrigerators.
This has been referred to as the smoke theory when the smoke comes out its finished, cooked or done for.

One more for you:
Why did the British never become a big factor in computer development?
Because they couldn't figure out a way to make a computer leak oil.

[ducatilover]

Someone buy it lol

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/austin/1800/auction-565647121.htm



-Indy

I would if I had the coin actually!

lol at the Lucas (prince of darkness, TM) jokes.
The only thing that ever went wrong with my P6 was the Lucas oil pressure sender :D

[YellowDog]

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[Indiana_Jones]

I need more tissues.

In other BL related news, it looks like I just bought a Rover lol

-Indy

[YellowDog]

The 416 right ?

[Indiana_Jones]

nope.....lol

-Indy

[YellowDog]

WTF did you get ?

[Indiana_Jones]

75 lol

-Indy

[YellowDog]

Congrats to you.

Now for a small upgrade project for you:

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y102/Hussain1/ROVER75COUPECONCEPT_4.jpg

Actually, I really do like the look of this customised vehicle :yes:

[Indiana_Jones]

Here we go:

http://imageshack.us/a/img191/8459/rover751.jpg

http://imageshack.us/a/img19/5989/rover752l.jpg

-Indy

[YellowDog]

Looks great. We'll have the roof off in no time at all :eek:

[Madness]

If you don't already Indy, I think you should start smoking a pipe & eating Kippers.

[Indiana_Jones]

I have tried a using a pipe in the past, but i prefer the odd 'mini' cigar while driving the Wolseley, normally while wearing my tweed jacket.

I'll pass on the Kippers though, not a seafood fan.

And the roof is staying on! lol

-Indy

[YellowDog]

I have tried a using a pipe in the past, but i prefer the odd 'mini' cigar while driving the Wolseley, normally while wearing my tweed jacket.

I'll pass on the Kippers though, not a seafood fan.

And the roof is staying on! lol

-Indy

You'll soon change your mind when the weather brightens up :no:

[Indiana_Jones]

Not likely, it's too bloody hot at the moment!

-Indy

[ducatilover]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/austin/auction-566046597.htm I really do want this

[Indiana_Jones]

You shall buy this, now....

-Indy

[ducatilover]

;) I'd be on my way if I had the coin, shit it's cool!

[Virago]

Some interesting vehicles coming up at Turners in Christchurch:

http://www.turners.co.nz/Vehicles/Classic

They've even got a 1925 AJS in there (sorry, seriously off-topic...).

[Indiana_Jones]

Speaking of British classics, I have my father-in-law staying with us at the moment. I'm sure I've mentioned it before, he owns three Morris Marina's (TC Coupe, Sedan and ute) and is 100% blind.

Picked him up in my 'new' Rover, he's never seen one and never will most likely (unless his MS went away overnight), he liked the sound of the V6 when I dropped the hammer :D

-Indy

[YellowDog]

Glad the new car's going well. Sorry to hear the hammer fell off. That's an unfortunate British car quirk.

[unstuck]

I really do want this

I would love that too, there is a white one here in Gore that just sits in a driveway most of the time and I may just have to knock on their door one day and make an offer. Either that or there is a superminx that I have my eye on too.:Punk::Punk:

[YellowDog]

"What on Earth is that ?"

"It's a Morris Marina................"

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[scumdog]

I have spent 15% of the value of my Marina ute getting the rust fixed.

Rust that SHOULD have been picked up at the last WOF.

IMHO these cars were constructed out of pre-rusted metal!:lol:

[YellowDog]

I have spent 15% of the value of my Marina ute getting the rust fixed.

Rust that SHOULD have been picked up at the last WOF.

IMHO these cars were constructed out of pre-rusted metal!:lol:

Yes you are correct and that was the argument at the time. The Italians were the most famous for it with their 40% recycled (scrap) 60% new metal mix for Fiats and Alpha.

Leyland wasn't quite as bad. I used to go to a Leyland dealer whom told me that there isn't much point buying OEM panels, as they will also rust very quickly. The third party stuff was so much better and if you could get fibreglass copies, just do it. My 1979 Marina 1700L had a large rust spot of rust close to the centre of the boot. It was only 3 years old :(

[Virago]

Hmmm.

It would appear that I've just bought a XJ Jag Limo.

Watch this space...

[YellowDog]

Hmmm.

It would appear that I've just bought a XJ Jag Limo.

Watch this space...

WOW - Congrats to you.

Look forward to the update :yes:

[scumdog]

Hmmm.

It would appear that I've just bought a XJ Jag Limo.

Watch this space...

What the hell were you thinking?

It's the start of a downward spiral into Marina ownership...:pinch:

[Virago]

What the hell were you thinking?

It's the start of a downward spiral into Marina ownership...:pinch:

Hahahaha - been there, done that. :wacko:

[Indiana_Jones]

Piiiiiiiiiiiiiiics!

-Indy

[Virago]

Piiiiiiiiiiiiiiics!

-Indy

Patience, young grashopper... :yes:

Flying to Christchurch tomorrow morning for pick up - photos will follow. :sunny:

Gonna be an awesome day.

[Daffyd]

Are you taking a mechanic with you?

[ducatilover]

Hmmm.

It would appear that I've just bought a XJ Jag Limo.

Watch this space...

Good man! ;)


Sent from my lack of Brit cars.

[Edbear]

Are you taking a mechanic with you?

:shutup: :whistle: :yes: :clap:

[Virago]

Are you taking a mechanic with you?

Lol - none needed. :innocent:

A good shake-down drive though - there's a few minor things needing attention - a couple of light bulbs, boot-lid struts need regassing, stereo needs re-coded, blah, blah. The transmission is a bit growly at some speeds, will need checking out.

A few photos before it got too bug-spattered and dirty:

280403 280404 280405 280406

[Motu]

Too scared to show us what's under the bonnet ?

[Virago]

Too scared to show us what's under the bonnet ?

Hahaha - more photos when I get a chance. It's got the last of the big straight-six motors (before they went V-8).

[Daffyd]

I thought it would have been the V12 seeing it's a limo.

[awa355]

A mate bought one of these several years ago. It had a Chevy V8 fitted. Dean filled both tanks before leaving Auckland on its maiden trip home. It went like a scalded cat, he had a ball, but he never fully re filled those petrol tanks again.

[ducatilover]

:woohoo: That's very tasty!!!
Ring a Jag bunch with your vin and they'll give you the code.


Sent from a jealous place

[caseye]

Nice mate, best shape of all I reckon.
An, WHITE, cant get better.

[Daffyd]

A mate bought one of these several years ago. It had a Chevy V8 fitted. Dean filled both tanks before leaving Auckland on its maiden trip home. It went like a scalded cat, he had a ball, but he never fully re filled those petrol tanks again.

There are more than a few around with Chevy V8s in them... In fact my late brother who, in his day, was considered one of the top Jag specialists in the country, even thought about doing the conversion on his wife's Daimler Double Six. (Same as XJ12). She wouldn't let him!

[ducatilover]

I'd happily shove a 350 ina Jag, but I couldn't do it to a mint one. I just like the SBC motor though, and parts for them are stupidly cheap. Be easy to make a 350hp XJ6, which would stroll along nicely!


Sent from a place of petrol wastage using pipe dreams

[Edbear]

I'd happily shove a 350 ina Jag, but I couldn't do it to a mint one. I just like the SBC motor though, and parts for them are stupidly cheap. Be easy to make a 350hp XJ6, which would stroll along nicely!


Sent from a place of petrol wastage using pipe dreams

It was a common conversion back in the day, both here and in Aus. One big advantage was the weight saving with the V8 fitted.

[ducatilover]

It was a common conversion back in the day, both here and in Aus. One big advantage was the weight saving with the V8 fitted.

:innocent: POWAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sent from my immaturity

[Edbear]

:innocent: POWAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sent from my immaturity

Lighter, faster, more reliable! What's not to like?



Sent from my wasted youth...

[ducatilover]

Lighter, faster, more reliable! What's not to like?



Sent from my wasted youth...

Sounds better too :D

Sent from the petrol station with my tears

[YellowDog]

A bit before my time :yes:

282608

[ducatilover]

That has a nice patina


I've been looking at many cheap classics on Tardme this week :niceone: seems to be an abundance of 'em.
So when I flick the Ovlov off, I may buy a nice lil' 4 cyl

A few Wobbly...errr Woseley 1300s for sale too :devil2:

[scumdog]

A bit before my time :yes:



Now I see how VW rust-proofed their cars...

[Clockwork]

Thank KB this thread's still got more posts than

"Dobbed in weed-growing parents"

[YellowDog]

That has a nice patina


I've been looking at many cheap classics on Tardme this week :niceone: seems to be an abundance of 'em.
So when I flick the Ovlov off, I may buy a nice lil' 4 cyl

A few Wobbly...errr Woseley 1300s for sale too :devil2:

Very soon, I will have no excuse at all. I am just about (just about = 2 more weeks) to put the roof on my 6m x 5m carport/shed/workshop. You'll be suprised to hear that the guys at the council were just amazingly helpful. I just need some clear days so I can bang in the noggins and screw the ColourSyeel on. The playwood can wait a bit longer.

I am close to getting a 1973 FIAT 124 Sport (the Ferrari looking one) :)

[ducatilover]

I am close to getting a 1973 FIAT 124 Sport (the Ferrari looking one) :)

:devil2: You lucky fellow, I've always had a thing for them. And just about any old Fiat...

[jonbuoy]

Theres some inspiration here - anything can be done if you want to waste time and money you will never get back :laugh:

http://www.britishv8.org/mg/mgb-v12.htm

[Indiana_Jones]

I might need to keep my eyes open for another classic down the line, as in a couple of months I'll be moving to classic car country, the mainland.

-Indy

[Virago]

I might need to keep my eyes open for another classic down the line, as in a couple of months I'll be moving to classic car country, the mainland.

-Indy

Awesome. Where 'bouts?

[Indiana_Jones]

Awesome. Where 'bouts?

Your neck of the woods it seems, Dunedin.

-Indy

[Virago]

Awesome. Another pair of hands to help keep this Jag going...:msn-wink:

[Indiana_Jones]

Awesome. Another pair of hands to help keep this Jag going...:msn-wink:

Deal, if you give me a hand with these cambelts on the Rover lol

-Indy

[Indiana_Jones]

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/266712903.jpg

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/austin/wolseley/auction-591441165.htm

Could be a fun project for someone _b

-Indy

[Moi]

A bit before my time :yes:

282608

a petrified DKW...

ahhh DKW - 2-stroke 3 cylinder column shift front wheel drive...

[Moi]

:devil2: ... just about any old Fiat...

1500 Crusader
2300
125
128

[scumdog]

Awesome. Another pair of hands to help keep this Jag going...:msn-wink:
And my Marina...:niceone:

[dangerous]

Not quite BL but check this out http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bentley/3/auction-591443029.htm note only 2 peddels, brake and clutch I asume? how the hell do you drive with the trotel and timing on ya steering wheel? and man thats a awesom looking engine, wonder what its worth

[scumdog]

Not quite BL but check this out http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bentley/3/auction-591443029.htm note only 2 peddels, brake and clutch I asume? how the hell do you drive with the trotel and timing on ya steering wheel? and man thats a awesom looking engine, wonder what its worth

Chitty-chitty-bang-bang?:laugh:

Yeah, lots of early cars had the timing adjustment etc on the steering wheel.

Oh, have a look at a Model T pedal arrangement one day...

[Edbear]

1500 Crusader
2300
125
128

I had a 1500 Crusader, loved it!

[Indiana_Jones]

Just got a service kit and timing belt kit for the Rover. Fun times ahead.

-Indy

[Moi]

... have a look at a Model T pedal arrangement one day...

Here you go...

Driving one was great fun :eek:

[Indiana_Jones]

Nothing major, but had been meaning to do it since I got the car. Took off those horrible mags and got some factory ones on!

Before:

http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/7632/oldwheels.jpg

After:

http://img706.imageshack.us/img706/661/newwheels.jpg

-Indy

[ducatilover]

Just got a service kit and timing belt kit for the Rover. Fun times ahead.

-Indy

:niceone: Get in to it bro. They're not as horrible to do as a typical DOHC Mitsi, you'll have the beast purring in no time

[Indiana_Jones]

:niceone: Get in to it bro. They're not as horrible to do as a typical DOHC Mitsi, you'll have the beast purring in no time

I'm sure I'll manage, I'll do it after we get down to Dunners (so hopefully I'm not an unlucky cunt and one of the belts snaps on the way down!).

-Indy

[ducatilover]

I'm sure I'll manage, I'll do it after we get down to Dunners (so hopefully I'm not an unlucky cunt and one of the belts snaps on the way down!).

-Indy

How long since they were last done?
She'll be right bro :bleh: trusty British motoring

[Indiana_Jones]

I'd wager they've never been done or once. The car has done 103,000km.

I think they're meant to be done every 90,000km or 6 years.

-Indy

[Edbear]

I'd wager they've never been done or once. The car has done 103,000km.

I think they're meant to be done every 90,000km or 6 years.

-Indy

Personally, I wouldn't push it, but that is based on my own lack of "luck"... :no:

[Indiana_Jones]

I'd agree, but I fear I might have no choice but to take the chance as I won't have the time between my studies finishing and when we take off for Dunners, as I wouldn't want to rush myself before hand, just in case I cock it up etc.

I might see if I can before hand, as I'm a bit uneasy about driving 1000+ km with an uncertain cambelt. Granted I'd have to be very unlucky for it to snap.

-Indy

[Edbear]

You could call a local dealer and ask the service manager. He won't tell you it will be okay of course, but if that model has a particular rep for busting belts if not changed on time and whether the engine is a non-interference one.

[Ocean1]

I'm a bit uneasy about driving 1000+ km with an uncertain cambelt. Granted I'd have to be very unlucky for it to snap.

-Indy

How hard is it to inspect? Not foolproof but if you can't see any frayed edges or cracks I'd be a deal more comfortable taking it the length of the country.

[Indiana_Jones]

I have heard one or two stories on forums of them going, but I don't think they're prone to it.

Though when they go = bent valves lol.

-Indy

[Indiana_Jones]

How hard is it to inspect? Not foolproof but if you can't see any frayed edges or cracks I'd be a deal more comfortable taking it the length of the country.

The main one easy to inspect and from what I can see it looked ok, the exhaust ones on the other hand are covered and have not seem them yet. But thanks for the tip, I'll hopefully get a chance to take a peak of them this weekend if time allows.

-Indy

[ducatilover]

I'd wager they've never been done or once. The car has done 103,000km.

I think they're meant to be done every 90,000km or 6 years.

-Indy

Should just be one plastic cover per bank
They're the SOHC V6 aren't they?

[Indiana_Jones]

Should just be one plastic cover per bank
They're the SOHC V6 aren't they?

Quad cam.

-Indy

[YellowDog]

Well here she is. Just a few more days work to go and I can start looking at classics :msn-wink:

[Indiana_Jones]

Still going to the UK? be a dear and grab us a Diesel Rover 75 please

Looking forward to seeing what you're gonna end up with!

-Indy

[YellowDog]

Still going to the UK? be a dear and grab us a Diesel Rover 75 please

Looking forward to seeing what you're gonna end up with!

-Indy

I'll be posting photos and asking you guys for advice :yes:

BUT an XK8 convertable is presently my target vehicle, hence the 3.8m wide carport entrance.

[ducatilover]

Quad cam.

-Indy

Get the hammers out bro :D
You should manage to inspect teh rear easily enough?
Or if you're down Te-Puke way any time soon, drop in and I'll check it out for you

[ducatilover]

Pre-emptive shopping list incase I sell teh Volvo

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=590157620
I do rather fancy this old beasty, but (I'm strange) I think I'd rather the Morris/Austin version.

This wee fella is not BL, not even close, but I've always liked them http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=590692941
Good ones are hard to find and they command pretty decent prices here :rolleyes: great to drive though.

And, of course
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/morris/1000/auction-592484229.htm
Looks to be a fairly honest wee thing

[YellowDog]

The Wolseley 1300 MKII wins hands down.

Nice mota :yes:

[YellowDog]

ROVER P76 Motor:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/other/oldsmobile/auction-584141195.htm

[ducatilover]

ROVER P76 Motor:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/other/oldsmobile/auction-584141195.htm

:bleh: I think $40k is some sort of joke...

[Indiana_Jones]

Get the Wolseley mate. Austin and Morris are for the plebs lol ;)

-Indy

[scumdog]

Get the Wolseley mate. Austin and Morris are for the plebs lol ;)

-Indy

Yeah but try finding a factory Wolseley ute dude!

[Indiana_Jones]

Yeah but try finding a factory Wolseley ute dude!

Look harder? :D

-Indy

[ducatilover]

Get the Wolseley mate. Austin and Morris are for the plebs lol ;)

-Indy

You won't like this, but I like the look af the Austin/Morris ones better :bleh: