RMweb Gold chriswright03 Posted January 5, 2019 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 5, 2019 Spotted in Morrison's car park in Louth today. Thankfully not had a scabby 20 year old Vauxhall parked next to it or a discarded trolley! Very tidy Sunbeam Talbot. 17 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BernardTPM Posted January 5, 2019 Share Posted January 5, 2019 (edited) Our local Morrisons had an Austin A40 Somerset today (mind, that is a regular). Edited January 5, 2019 by BernardTPM 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJS1977 Posted January 5, 2019 Share Posted January 5, 2019 Spotted a few classics on my way to/from the Maidenhead show yesterday though I didn't manage to get any photos and sadly most of them looked in need of a good dose of TLC or in one case probably too far gone for that. 1) Rover P6 apparently in good condition but could have done with a wash and a wax to brighten up the paintwork. Unlike the other cars, though, it was at least on the road. 2) MGBGT on a forecourt in front of a house. Tyres suggested it hadn't moved for a while but again bodywork in a reasonable condition and just a polish needed. 3,4,5) Mini Chelsea, MG Midget and Sunbeam Estate in a front yard. Mini and Midget clearly hadn't moved for a little while and some bubbling of paintwork but probably restorable. Sunbeam relegated to 'garden shed' status with doors rusted through in places :-( Google Street View suggests none of these have moved since April 2017, although the Ford Anglia and MGZR that were keeping them company have gone. 6) Wooden-framed Morris Minor estate. Bodywork appeared sound but covered in 'green gunk' and judging by the number of weeds underneath it probably hadn't moved in quite some time. StreetView last passed that location in 2012 and the Moggy wasn't there then, but that was 7 years ago! 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium PhilJ W Posted January 5, 2019 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 5, 2019 I had a Reliant Kitten van mouldering away in my front garden for a few years. In a fit of sanity I sold it on about 7 years ago and its now disappeared from Streetview which was last updated 18 months ago. However a view from the end of the street it is still clearly visible. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porcy Mane Posted January 6, 2019 Share Posted January 6, 2019 Thanks for that find! Some time ago [in fact, probably several times ago?] I mentioned having seen, as a young teenager, a Sprite that lived locally to me [i lived in Sutton Coldfield at the time..I think the Sprite lived in Four Oaks, just up the road from me]......which had what i now see as, exactly the same headlights as pictured above. Such a pity we cannot see the whole registration number? IIRC, the car I used to see very regularly, was dark [bRG?} green....cannot recall what sort of wheels it had, however. For decades I have pondered as to whether this headlight set-up was one of the prototypes tried by BMC before they gave up and left them popped up permanently on the Sprite? Or, was there a kit around [1960's, up to 1967, when I left home for good].....that could be retro fitted? Seems like the riddle of the sprite has been solved. Looks like it's Mr Killeens YWD 394 with it all been done by Mirrors. Back to the pic on flickr and follow the links for the Sutton Coldfield connections. P 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
great central Posted January 6, 2019 Share Posted January 6, 2019 One or two interesting vehicles at the GCR(N) at Ruddington. Apparently they have a an open Sunday the first weekend of the month through the winter and classic cars are among the attractions, entry free, cafe open. Sunday lunch a reasonable £7 as well. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alastairq Posted January 6, 2019 Share Posted January 6, 2019 (edited) Seems like the riddle of the sprite has been solved. Looks like it's Mr Killeens YWD 394 with it all been done by Mirrors. Back to the pic on flickr and follow the links for the Sutton Coldfield connections. P Thanks for that information....seems I used to see what possibly would have been, a rare 'one-off?' As a kid I lived on the Tamworth Road, Sutton Coldfield [almost opposite the fire station]....Mr Killeen appears to have lived not far up the road, towards Four Oaks. My memory must be pretty good then? I recall mostly seeing the Sprite being driven by a lady...which would have been his wife? Seems I was a petrolhead even back in my early teens? [Possibly aided by asking for a subscription to the US motoring mag, 'Road & Track', for Christmas....?] Also, I used to avidly read 'Motorsport'...loved the adverts for the old Bentleys and stuff. A young female friend from my last school, her Dad had an ancient Bentley....of the circa 1930 [or earlier] type................unfortunately, an inbuilt shyness compelled me not to pursue that avenue.... Edited January 6, 2019 by alastairq 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southern Steve Posted January 6, 2019 Share Posted January 6, 2019 A rather nice D type replica I had my gubby mits on last week. 17 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
doilum Posted January 6, 2019 Share Posted January 6, 2019 I had a Reliant Kitten van mouldering away in my front garden for a few years. In a fit of sanity I sold it on about 7 years ago and its now disappeared from Streetview which was last updated 18 months ago. However a view from the end of the street it is still clearly visible. Likewise, I have finally lost the pair of battered mk2 escort shells which in reality departed in 2010. Despite a "sorry, not for sale" sign, there was a constant steam of hopeful passersby trying to buy them. Eventually I made a large "for sale" with a clear price tag of £7.5K each. No more nuisance callers. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium PhilJ W Posted January 6, 2019 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 6, 2019 Likewise, I have finally lost the pair of battered mk2 escort shells which in reality departed in 2010. Despite a "sorry, not for sale" sign, there was a constant steam of hopeful passersby trying to buy them. Eventually I made a large "for sale" with a clear price tag of £7.5K each. No more nuisance callers. The one that amused me was the young fella who reckoned he was going to remove the body and fit a pair of handlebars. I told him to try counting the wheels. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rugd1022 Posted January 8, 2019 Share Posted January 8, 2019 This just in from 1963, that nice young Hank Marvin fellow picking up his new Rover 3 litre P5 Saloon... 11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rugd1022 Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 The Jap Mini auto is provisionally sold as of today to a nice chappie from Sutton Coldfield, the relief is palpable! Time to start perusing the for sale ads again... 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold 46444 Posted January 10, 2019 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 10, 2019 A rather nice D type replica I had my gubby mits on last week. IMGP1406.JPG IMGP1405.JPG IMGP1404.JPG IMGP1403.JPG Nice Lancia Delta Integrale lurking in the right of the last shot. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold rodent279 Posted January 10, 2019 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 10, 2019 As a Morris minor owner, I can tell you now if it leaks oil that means there's oil in it! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southern Steve Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 (edited) Nice Lancia Delta Integrale lurking in the right of the last shot. Well spotted! For the rally enthusiasts, the ex Colin McRae/Nicky Grist Mero 6R4. Edited January 10, 2019 by Southern Steve 15 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold russ p Posted January 10, 2019 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 10, 2019 Shame there isn't a button for hairs stood on end . My all time favorite car and one of the best sounds known to man! 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium New Haven Neil Posted January 10, 2019 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 10, 2019 Didn't Will Gollop (sp?) have a twin turbo one in Rallycross, IIRC. Saw it at Croft - awesome. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium boxbrownie Posted January 10, 2019 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 10, 2019 (edited) When the Sierra Cosworth was being developed we had many exotic vehicles in on evaluation/teardown, we started with the Quattro (that was fun for a 20 something to borrow for the weekend) and I think the last we had was the Intergrale......enjoyed them all, especially the Delta as you had to top up the water for the intercooler every few hundred miles and as I recall the brakes were not up to the performance of the engine! I was on a job at Boreham in the RS garage while testing the Rally Escort was on, and being a jammy Arab got a whizz around Boreham rally circuit with McRae, I was so scared I forgot to get pictures Edited January 10, 2019 by boxbrownie 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southern Steve Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 (edited) Enjoyed working on this one, it sounded awesome! A couple more pics of this little rocket ship Edited January 10, 2019 by Southern Steve 14 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold russ p Posted January 11, 2019 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 11, 2019 What spec is that ? There are so many different specs now originally it was 250 bhp, 300bhp clubman and 410+ bhp international. That one has some odd looking extra cooling grilles on the tailgate which is strange as one of the problems the had in the early days , 86 Scottish rally I believe was stones getting in the back and finding their way into the cambelt! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Killybegs Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 Nice Lancia Delta Integrale lurking in the right of the last shot. I probably lusted after an Integrale more than any other car in my younger days. An outstanding rally car in its day. Now I just want something practical! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rugd1022 Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 From a facebook classic Mini group, Longbridge in 1974... 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobby Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 The only time a 1974 Mini ever had glossy paintwork... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
37114 Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 The only time a 1974 Mini ever had glossy paintwork... And no rust... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium boxbrownie Posted January 12, 2019 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 12, 2019 And no rust... I wouldn’t count on it....... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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