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These all turned up near where I work 
I’d love to know the story behind the Miami Dolphins Pontiac

Suppose I should start this again.
These were at the filming location for the Tetris movie 

 

Well, the ferry was an emotional experience - key lowpoint was out overtired 2 year old just wouldn't go to sleep, and kept getting up, and wanting to wander about. I totally understand that, she'd been sat in the car seat for nearly 11 hours at that point.
They all eventually fell asleep, leaving me to stay too wired to follow them.

We got out of Dieppe ferry port around 0515, and immediately happened along the Alpine factory 😁

Didn't realise just how poor the lights got after the beam deflectors were fitted, they were like bloody candles!

Thankfully, a reinvigorated MrsH had planned ahead and filled a thermos of tea, which was still piping hot the following morning!

Can tell the British influence in the Rover, it was practically made for this purpose!

This only worked on the French roads, which were impeccable, with only two potholes observed. Belgian roads are a different kettle of shitey fish altogether.
Entered NL, and took a quick photo whilst adding to the PC.

And triumphantly arrived 45 minutes later at my destination, staying with my brother @chatsharris and his wife who has recently had a baby.
The Rover was absolutely faultless, it worked an absolute treat the entire time and I definitely made the right call to take it. Even the seats that were a bit firm at the beginning, became supportive in the end.
PC: 7, with one false start.

About 20 years ago, my youngest Son is now a bit of a unit, the car and blanket are still in my possession👍

About 20 years ago, my youngest Son is now a bit of a unit, the car and blanket are still in my possession👍

About 20 years ago, my youngest Son is now a bit of a unit, the car and blanket are still in my possession👍

I’ve bought a convertible for Wifey BS6 as she’s really missed her Mercedes SLK after it was sold last year, standing by for being ribbed about buying a VAG dirty diesel! It’s a great car this, recently had a new turbo, clutch, cam belt and water pump, tyres, full service and a few mods and remap which makes it rather rapid, and a bargain purchase price hence the impulse buy. 

That’s the way I feel Brother.

I’ve bought a convertible for Wifey BS6 as she’s really missed her Mercedes SLK after it was sold last year, standing by for being ribbed about buying a VAG dirty diesel! It’s a great car this, recently had a new turbo, clutch, cam belt and water pump, tyres, full service and a few mods and remap which makes it rather rapid, and a bargain purchase price hence the impulse buy. 

That’s the way I feel Brother.

This is the thing, the government and the eco morons have nothing but contempt for working class people. 

About 20 years ago, my youngest Son is now a bit of a unit, the car and blanket are still in my possession👍

I’ve bought a convertible for Wifey BS6 as she’s really missed her Mercedes SLK after it was sold last year, standing by for being ribbed about buying a VAG dirty diesel! It’s a great car this, recently had a new turbo, clutch, cam belt and water pump, tyres, full service and a few mods and remap which makes it rather rapid, and a bargain purchase price hence the impulse buy. 

I’ve bought a convertible for Wifey BS6 as she’s really missed her Mercedes SLK after it was sold last year, standing by for being ribbed about buying a VAG dirty diesel! It’s a great car this, recently had a new turbo, clutch, cam belt and water pump, tyres, full service and a few mods and remap which makes it rather rapid, and a bargain purchase price hence the impulse buy. 

About 20 years ago, my youngest Son is now a bit of a unit, the car and blanket are still in my possession👍

About 20 years ago, my youngest Son is now a bit of a unit, the car and blanket are still in my possession👍

I’ve bought a convertible for Wifey BS6 as she’s really missed her Mercedes SLK after it was sold last year, standing by for being ribbed about buying a VAG dirty diesel! It’s a great car this, recently had a new turbo, clutch, cam belt and water pump, tyres, full service and a few mods and remap which makes it rather rapid, and a bargain purchase price hence the impulse buy. 

Not the best picture, but here's my Grandad in his MK1 Passat. Despite him being well into his 50s, this was his first car after having saved for years for it. 
Terminal rot saw it's demise after a few years, and to replace it he went to his local AR dealership and bought himself a brand new A-plated Metro, which he absolutely hated. Had to be returned to the dealers on a few occasions for warranty repairs. 
I don't half miss him...

I’ve bought a convertible for Wifey BS6 as she’s really missed her Mercedes SLK after it was sold last year, standing by for being ribbed about buying a VAG dirty diesel! It’s a great car this, recently had a new turbo, clutch, cam belt and water pump, tyres, full service and a few mods and remap which makes it rather rapid, and a bargain purchase price hence the impulse buy. 

£715 for my Saab.

Bloody tax up again today I'll be 435 a year quid for the old shitter of a 530d.... anyone higher

I’ve bought a convertible for Wifey BS6 as she’s really missed her Mercedes SLK after it was sold last year, standing by for being ribbed about buying a VAG dirty diesel! It’s a great car this, recently had a new turbo, clutch, cam belt and water pump, tyres, full service and a few mods and remap which makes it rather rapid, and a bargain purchase price hence the impulse buy. 

I’ve bought a convertible for Wifey BS6 as she’s really missed her Mercedes SLK after it was sold last year, standing by for being ribbed about buying a VAG dirty diesel! It’s a great car this, recently had a new turbo, clutch, cam belt and water pump, tyres, full service and a few mods and remap which makes it rather rapid, and a bargain purchase price hence the impulse buy. 

I’ve bought a convertible for Wifey BS6 as she’s really missed her Mercedes SLK after it was sold last year, standing by for being ribbed about buying a VAG dirty diesel! It’s a great car this, recently had a new turbo, clutch, cam belt and water pump, tyres, full service and a few mods and remap which makes it rather rapid, and a bargain purchase price hence the impulse buy. 

SIGNIFICANT ESCALATION OF WORKS ALERT!!!

Shouldn't be surprised by now, these 30 year old motors are never straightforward!  Whilst stripping out the strut for spring/top mount replacement, I found a bit of rust...

Vigorous poking and prodding revealed the full extent...

It's a weird place for it.  Seems like the water running down the wing top gets to this point, gets stopped by the wing bolt, and then runs down the seam.  Maybe a brake fluid spill in the distant past or something compromised the paint.
Anyway, the cereal box came out, and a patch template has been formed...


It's a bit of a compound curve job, but should be do-able with a bit of tacking and whacking.  I'm in work later on, so can't be arsed getting the grinder and welder out today, but weather permitting, will do so tomorrow.
Old cars, who'd have 'em?!