Torsten2001 Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 I'm trying not to buy cars at the moment because they take up too much bloody room and I'm buying bikes like they are going out of fashion but I snapped this little monkey up yesterday and pick it up tomorrow. One owner, 23k from new, full history of course and zero rust, runs nicely too! I'm sure the MOT will be a doddle!Nice init? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rml2345 Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 Now that brigs back some memories! FATHA_RML245 had two Rivas, both red. One a 1200 and the other a 1600SLX which took 5 of us and luggage from Scotland to Scarborough. What a bloody good buy, well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSdriver Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 Wow that looks sweet especially the interior. Has the radiator spewed it's guts at some time though? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedSparrow Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 Looks good, I'm sure the MOT will be fine!You are like a one man tat saving machine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiatdaft Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 Nice one,weber carb and pre cat is a bonus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brammy777 Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 That is utterly superb, good to see you keeping the Ladas alive, one I spotted in Colliers Wood recently was scrapped, so this makes up for it. London does seem to be the only place with these still around, I have seen 4 in the past 10 months, more than anywhere else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cavcraft Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 Ace! They're great fun to drive and that looks a tidy example. Top work, sir! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torsten2001 Posted January 11, 2012 Author Share Posted January 11, 2012 This would have been scrapped if I hadn't of stepped in, tidy and sweet. No radiator residue DS, that's dust, it's been garaged for 7 years Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddyramrod Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 Sweet! Well saved sir! I had one just like it, G328 EKC, having taken it over fom my parents. This was when I had my first Cadillac, so rather a jolly choice in the mornings.... which one shall I take to work today? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Volksy Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 Great save! What are the plastic things above the headlights for? To change the beam setting or something? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lankytim Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 Absolute class! I used to have just like that, it was great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CreepingJesus Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 What are the plastic things above the headlights for? To change the beam setting or something? Always assumed they were clips for the lenses, but I'm not 100% sure. I'm intrigued all over again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 Torsten, good save. What happened to that other Riva you had - the one that 'Orvillesnob' banger racer wanted? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Split_Pin Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 Thats very sweet indeed. Looks like its had nice new front wings at some point too. Can believe this was going to be scrapped - total waste if it was! I also like the wheeltrims, very period! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theorganist Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 Well saved it looks very nice, definately would love one of these at some point. Do you have tat radar or something? You always manage to find these gems!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuvvum Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 What are the plastic things above the headlights for? To change the beam setting or something?I suspect they're probably to change the lights from RH to LH dip. My Renault 6 has something similar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinkersaab Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 lovely save!! I think the headlight clips are for the top spec ones that had headlamp wipers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 What are the plastic things above the headlights for? To change the beam setting or something? Always assumed they were clips for the lenses, but I'm not 100% sure. I'm intrigued all over again! I believe they're the stops for the optional headlamp wash/wipe. The blade is free to spin, allowing it to pivot when it hits the bump stops, to ensure it clears as much of the lens as possible. That is a superb save. Nicely done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purplebargeken Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 Very tidy looking car and an excellent save. Now where's Andrew? Ken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torsten2001 Posted January 12, 2012 Author Share Posted January 12, 2012 I picked it up today, first outing in 9 years (2003). Booked it in for an MOT and drove it to the Dungeon. It drove beautifully, a really peppy little car but it has the old, old style V5, taxing it won't be easy so I parked it up and cancelled the MOT, I'm sure it will sail through though.On the way back through Wandsworth there was a massive Police check point, I didn't get a tug despite the 2003 tax disc! Same colour as a 2012 one thoughHere is is after a quick hose down! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pandamonium Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 That looks lovely! Good to see the new wings/ weber carb combo being used to good effect - that's all these cars really need! ps - You have a pm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashmicro Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 That's a WIN. Brilliant save. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torsten2001 Posted January 13, 2012 Author Share Posted January 13, 2012 It's really lovely to be honest, it really flies! My favourite Lada so far! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pandamonium Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 Isn't it the 1300? That is the best engine in my opinion, but make sure the cambelt gets done, especially if it has been sitting around a while. Not that I need to tell you that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nigel bickle Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 Yup -this confirms the Doctors prognosis. Nice save -welcome to the nut house. Catch up soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garycox Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 That looks ace, well saved! Would be a massive shame for that to get scrappped, I haven't seen one in ages, I even like the rubbish '90s wheel trims! The dashboard reminds me of the Allegro one* *unintentional hint Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torsten2001 Posted January 14, 2012 Author Share Posted January 14, 2012 Alright, I'll come and get it imminently! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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