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Thought you lot might like to see a bit of grot. Heard a rumour that what I thought was a clay pit was actually the result of German bombers ditching their bombs after getting lost. So went to check it out and found a car, 30 foot down in the pit. I think it might be a Rover P4 perhaps? Here's the pics...

Just made some new mats for my Panda.

My car stereo is loud as fcuk.

It's been a while since I went for a drive almost for the hell of it, but the Panda wanted to be driven. The A34 being closed gave me a good excuse to take the back roads to Newcastle this evening and the Panda revelled in the twisties. Tried to take an arty shot with a misty moon and failed. Enjoyed some old school club classics on the CD player at unhealthy volumes.

I do Sutty, in Stone. It's quite a rare thing for a car I'm interested in to be conveniently located heh! Whereabouts are you?

There's something very endearing about the 169, they are such a good all round car that are also fun to drive. I like the trip computer this one has and the rev counter is nice to have too. After I backed off to save some fuel, I reset the trip and it was reporting 60mpg, which I know will be over-optimistic on the computer, but I bet it'll put in 55 if I take it gently.

So I've been on the lookout for something cheap to run for a couple of months now, but struggled to find something that ticks all the boxes. Most recently I thought I was sorted with a Golf estate locally, but sadly there were a few issues and I chose not to go ahead. Thankfully AutoShite came to the rescue in the form of a cute little 169 Panda. I've always rated these cars as we've had one in the household from new which has been a fantastic and dependable thing that's taken us all over the place, including several trips to the Highlands. Last night I went down the A50 to pick up a blue '06 plate from member Ian and what a pleasant experience it was. Ian was an absolute gent and the car was immaculately clean when I arrived. Half an hour later me and my brother-in-law Al were on our way back to Staffordshire, choosing to take the scenic and twisty series of roads through Newborough and Abbots Bromley. If you can avoid the farm traffic, there are some great twisty and fun stretches of road perfect around there to test the poise of an Italian supermini. I'll attach a few snaps from the collection shortly. Ian was interested to know my thoughts on how the earlier Euro 4 engined Panda compared to our later Euro 5 with VVT, which I'll share here in case it is of interest. With the Euro 4 I think power and torque are more evenly spread across the rev band. The Euro 5 is ultimately a little quicker, however they feel hesitant and somewhat strangled at lower revs. The Euro 4 in contrast is more fun to drive and feels like it has more 'get up and go', despite being 7 bhp shy. I definitely prefer it. I'm not sure if the gearing changed between model years, but the Euro 5 feels taller geared? Handling-wise, the blue example outshines our yellow car. It could be it's a little lighter without air con and things, and the wheels are smaller for more engaging handling. More likely though is Ian had got it in very fine fettle with excellent tyres fitted. A big thanks to Ian for fixing me up with a happy little car that's a hoot to drive. Steve

Here’s the latest, 60 mpg between fills with 4 people in car and a boot full of luggage.

I’ve got a Jazz Mk2 but with the CVT box. It isn’t great economy wise around town, but on a long run it’s truly excellent. 60 mph is less than 2,000rpm and measuring between fill ups I’ve managed 72 mpg on free moving motorway journeys. Not bad for a 1.4 petrol auto!

Good point - must have been a different plate.

I’m sure this chap worked in Stone, Staffordshire. The BX it used to be on was immaculate!

On a Tesla of some description this morning North of Stafford: G1 VDC Rather good I thought!

Yeah not working for me either.

Wish I could buy it back! Most likely bridged sadly I bet

Hello shitterz - having successfully dug out my old account I thought I’d ask if anyone still uses a 205 as a daily driver? I sold my old GRD back in 2012 (the for sale thread is probably still on this forum somewhere!) and I’ve missed it ever since. I might be on the lookout for a good one in the near future, but will need to move on my W123 first to make space - I must be mad?! There was something so raw and simple about the whole driving experience which nothing else I’ve driven compares to - and 55 mpg all day long! Mine was without PAS and was all the better for it!

Also - congrats on your purchase - excellent taste!

Long time lurker here, however couldn’t resist to dig out my old account to say I’ve just bought an E39 523i manual myself - but in saloon flavour. Can’t understand the comments that a 523i manual is slow - compared to my usual old chod it feels positively rapid. Official stats seem to suggest 0-60 leptons in 8.2 secs for a manual - not too shabby!

Best one of the day was when he asked if Mongolia was in central Africa.

Hi all thanks for interest. Car now sold - it's been a goodun!

Hi folks, I've had some strong interest in this but due to logistical issues and location it's still available. With a baby on the way and a house to decorate I could really do with finding a new home for the Micra by the weekend. It's truly a great car and I've got receipts for £500 for work done on her last year, servicing, clutch, etc. £375 if you can collect by Saturday.

Couple of images taken this morning...

2000 W reg, 3 door for extra speed!

Forgot to say car is in Stone near Stafford, 10min from M6 jnc 14. Ta. It's also stay clean silver, I do have photos but not sure how you add them on this forum from a phone.

Hi folks, long time lurker here. Had a Passat to smoke around in for the last year so it's time to move on my trusty K11. It's been an excellent car over my 4+ years of ownership and I'll be sorry to see her go. Key bits: - 12 months MoT with no advisories - Well maintained and serviced - New clutch fitted last year - 4 good tyres - Front crossmember solid and oiled - Both keys - Great order and not messed with It's done 67,000 miles and has been perfectly reliable. Insurance is cheap too. I'm after £400 ono

Had mine for around 6 months now. It's the 1.6td IDI engine which goes surprising well!