55bloke Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 After work on Wednesday, I went along to what I expected to be a small, local show. Turned out to be a really superb show with astonishing numbers of vehicles and, as an unexpected bonus, I was asked not to park in the public car park, but to put the 25 amongst the exhibitors! I took well over 300 photos (!!!!) and it's a stuggle to decide which to post on here. So, bear with me, and hope I don't bore you all!! But, where to start?Ok, let's start with a few nice Audis:-And, sticking with the "A"s, some Austins! :-1st, a very pretty Nash/Austin MetropolitanSmart CambridgeLandcrabAnd very cute A35 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
55bloke Posted June 13, 2008 Author Share Posted June 13, 2008 What about some BMWs?Or, maybe you prefer Fiats?Never seen one of these 1800 Coupes before. LOVELY!!And I LOVE this Arbarth 1000. Surely, it began life as a 500, or maybe a 600? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiatdaft Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 nice pics,the abarth is based on an 850,and the other fiat is a 124 spider. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
55bloke Posted June 13, 2008 Author Share Posted June 13, 2008 Fords in all shapes and sizes!!Have photographed this '40 Coupe before, but couldn't resist it!! How STUNNING is this car? Must be the most flawless black paint job ever, and the detailing is perfect. I wouldn't dare take this gem out of the garage!!This is the right way to rod a Pop:and this is the wrong way!! A whale-tale, ffs!! This Mk 2 Zephyre not quite as nice as it looks- lots of filler!This, on the other hand, is stunningly perfect!complete with it's triple-carb Aquaplane head Solid Mk 3Amazing, better-than-new, '65 Mustang Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
55bloke Posted June 13, 2008 Author Share Posted June 13, 2008 Fiat 850, of course, I should've known that!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
55bloke Posted June 13, 2008 Author Share Posted June 13, 2008 More Fords- appologies to all those who's hackles rise at the sight of Escorts!! Can't help but be impressed when they're this good, surely?Some nice Cortys and Grannies:and a trio of slightly more exotic Fords: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
55bloke Posted June 13, 2008 Author Share Posted June 13, 2008 That's all- for tonight at least! More to follow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigstraight6 Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 Great stuff 55bloke, I bet that stunning mk2 Zephyr/Zodiac with the triple aquaplanes would sound lovely Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pompei Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 That be-spoilered Pop is just so wrong. The rear lights look like they've been chosen by a 5 year old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
55bloke Posted June 13, 2008 Author Share Posted June 13, 2008 That be-spoilered Pop is just so wrong. The rear lights look like they've been chosen by a 5 year old. My thoughts precisely!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ross_K Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 The "RS200" is a Subaru underneath.Must be what people do when they get bored of making Ferraris out of MR2's and 406 coupes... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrRegieRitmo Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 Is that yellow MkI sponsored by AUTOSHITE?? Great pics! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r.welfare Posted June 14, 2008 Share Posted June 14, 2008 The "RS200" is a Subaru underneath.Must be what people do when they get bored of making Ferraris out of MR2's and 406 coupes... You could get a Banham "RS200" kit that used the Maestro as a base a few years back! GR8 4 1275CC OR DIESEL CLUBMANS.There's an Audi 90 quattro nestling between the two "originals" in the 4th pic of the first set - wonderful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retrogeezer Posted June 14, 2008 Share Posted June 14, 2008 Wow, thats a turnout for a show on a Wednesday evening!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
55bloke Posted June 14, 2008 Author Share Posted June 14, 2008 Wow, thats a turnout for a show on a Wednesday evening!! Yup, amazed me too!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
55bloke Posted June 14, 2008 Author Share Posted June 14, 2008 Wow, the RS 200 had me fooled!! Can see what you mean about the Escort, but no, sadly not!and here's the audi 90 Quatro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
55bloke Posted June 14, 2008 Author Share Posted June 14, 2008 Got a few mins before going out on the usual weekend chores, so here's a few more pics. Anyone like Jags? This one, I suspect, will produce a "love it or hate" kind of reaction. I love it!! Beautuiful!!A rather less cherished example Solitary HondaStack-light MercBeautiful coupeLike the Escorts, I know MGs aren't always appreciated on here, but surely these 2 chrome-bumper V8s are things of beauty?Lots of Minis attending, but couldn't help smiling at this comedy example Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retrogeezer Posted June 14, 2008 Share Posted June 14, 2008 Integra looks better than new! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
55bloke Posted June 14, 2008 Author Share Posted June 14, 2008 Beautiful Manta- lusted after these since they 1st came outCouple of nice P6s - a 2.2 and a 3.5The only other Renault appart from mine- nice unmolested 5 turboNice AlpineAnd RapierCouple of contrasting AvengersLovely SAAB TurboScimitar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
55bloke Posted June 14, 2008 Author Share Posted June 14, 2008 Some nice TriumphsThough, the "rat look" seems to be spreading!Gorgeous PA Cresta- want one soooooooo bad!!Can't decide if I like this Mk 2 Cav or not! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
55bloke Posted June 14, 2008 Author Share Posted June 14, 2008 Ok, I know we're not supposed to like VWs, but this very early small-window Beetle is a stunner!And, even more controvercially, I found myself drawn to the amazing numbers of VW "Splities" in attendance. Where do they find them all?This one was gorgeous, inside and outAs was thisDon't think I've seen a pick-up beforeSemi-rat lookAbout as ratty as it gets! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
55bloke Posted June 14, 2008 Author Share Posted June 14, 2008 How about a couple of Volvos?And, in total contrast, a bunch of Yanks!Ford Fairlane showing the queue of vehicles enteringNot sure if this is a Dodge Charger? Spectacular Edsel- bit of a puzzle why they were such a flop. No better or worse than their contemporaries I shoudn't have thought?LincolnMy all time fave Yank is the '57 Chevy- here a splendid 2 door sedan BelairAnd here a stunning 2 door soft top Belair Well, I think I'd better stop there before I crash the site! Hope you enjoyed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mash Posted June 14, 2008 Share Posted June 14, 2008 Wow, that's an excellent selection, better than some weekend shows I've been to Definitely like the Integra. One of those might have to be a future Mash purchase.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jazzy Jeff Posted June 14, 2008 Share Posted June 14, 2008 I'd love one, but only an Australian Market Rover badged one. A fine specimen of OBSCURUS SHITEUS if ever I saw one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milford Cubicle Posted June 14, 2008 Share Posted June 14, 2008 http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll ... 0234046566No excuses Jeffrey! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jazzy Jeff Posted June 14, 2008 Share Posted June 14, 2008 Woof!!!! That is amazing!!! "Hi m8 wud u tek £100 buy it now!!11?? can cum round wiv hi-ab in 5 weeks time?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mash Posted June 14, 2008 Share Posted June 14, 2008 Ha, that's brilliant. Very tidy example too. Want it.It even looks home-made too; an Integra with Rover badges stuck on the back! Don't recognise the nose badge though, different to the others I've seen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spottedlaurel Posted June 15, 2008 Share Posted June 15, 2008 Yup, I like that customised Series 1 XJ. And lots of the others too, non-Tiger Avenger and the Manta especially. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retrogeezer Posted June 15, 2008 Share Posted June 15, 2008 This was a factory special edition 'Calibre' - Not seen one for years and thats a stunner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fotorabia Posted June 15, 2008 Share Posted June 15, 2008 Avenger Tiger..i saw one in Heswall Chesshire when i was 14 in 1981..i was kinda impressed..n was told it was a rally car...theres some GT thingy here ive seen breaking the speed limit.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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