Anyone fancy swapping their motah for my 190D?

[jonathan_dyane]

This:

Not a bad old bus, I've done about 12000 miles in it, and it's never put a foot wrong. Went straight through the MOT last month and I put 12 months tax on. Only real bad points are a need for some paintwork (I will take some more photos), a grumbly diff and stiff seat runners. I'm mad to think about getting rid, but I fancy a change.

 

What do I want? I'm open to suggestion, but it has to be something mechanically (fairly) sound, have plenty legroom, do at least 40mpg, and be old enough not to have ABS/any other unnecessary electronix to fuck me over.

 

Suggestions of suitable vehicles for me are also welcolmed!

[Cavcraft]

What you want is a Corsa automatic.

[jonathan_dyane]

Oh Billy! You've just made me lol the tobacco from the cigarette I was making all over me keyboard!

[forddeliveryboy]

Wot about an unbuilt motah? Ami Super chassis (unwelded, solid) which is complete except for the fuel tank, so big pots, correct steering arms and hubs, correct driveshafts, 2 arbs, rhd Ami rack. And a GSA 1299 lump, with replaced seals on a 5 speed gearbox - about 80k. And a 2cv shell.

[jonathan_dyane]

As tempting a proposition that is, unfortunately I need something roadworthy

[messerschmitt owner]

what is the fuel consumption of a 2.5 190.

 

My BX 16TGS Auto (one of eight left) is mid-30s fuel consumption - just passed MoT! 48k on the clock.

[Negative Creep]

That's just the kind of car I'd like for my next motor..........but to make this post completely useless I don't plan on changing until after the RR Gathering

[jonathan_dyane]

I tend to get 40, but that consists of urban short runs and high speed work on the motorway doing battle in the fast lane; I expect 45 would be easily achievable...

[messerschmitt owner]

I tend to get 40, but that consists of urban short runs and high speed work on the motorway doing battle in the fast lane; I expect 45 would be easily achievable...

I think 45 is probably likely too - if you thought of a BX, let me know.

[jonathan_dyane]

what is the fuel consumption of a 2.5 190.

 

My BX 16TGS Auto (one of eight left) is mid-30s fuel consumption - just passed MoT! 48k on the clock.

 

[Walks into other room to hunt out BX brochure...]

[gallondrunk]

HAI M8 WILL U SWOP 4 A 1.6 BRAVO SX WIV ELETRIC SUNROOF LMFAO ETC.

[ruffgeezer]

Wot about an unbuilt motah? Ami Super chassis (unwelded, solid) which is complete except for the fuel tank, so big pots, correct steering arms and hubs, correct driveshafts, 2 arbs, rhd Ami rack. And a GSA 1299, with replaced seals on a 5 speed gearbox - about 80k. And a 2cv shell.

 

I need to see more about this!

[pandamonium]

Fiat Panda? ... **Runs away, ducking from all the rotten fruit being thrown**

[sporty-shite]

Volvo 480?

 

I know, it's hopeful, but I could use a bit of diesel waftiness!

[eddyramrod]

Wot about an unbuilt motah? Ami Super chassis (unwelded, solid) which is complete except for the fuel tank, so big pots, correct steering arms and hubs, correct driveshafts, 2 arbs, rhd Ami rack. And a GSA 1299, with replaced seals on a 5 speed gearbox - about 80k. And a 2cv shell.

 

I need to see more about this!

 

We all do! With pics, if possible!

[jonathan_dyane]

Tempted by Volvo (but too many electronics failage and more thirst than I would like.

 

Panda also tempting, it's a proper one I take it? Legroom may be a factor though....

 

The Bravo? Just no...

[fiatdaft]

My Jag?

[jonathan_dyane]

Behave!

[Cavcraft]

 

Panda also tempting, it's a proper one I take it? Legroom may be a factor though....

 

 

 

 

 

The Corsa B has 1,050 litres of cargo space, the Panda has 630. It's not like I just looked this up on the net or anything in the hope you might be off your face on vodka and would agree to a swap by pm, which I'd use in evidence in the small claims court.

[forddeliveryboy]

Golf TDi estate, 1997? Fresh MoT, goes very well, lacquer coming off front of bonnet. 60mpg regularly over a country commute. Would throw in 1299 flat four as a sweetener.

[jonathan_dyane]

I'm not remotely interested Billy, so don't get excited, but is it a CVT box on them?

[jonathan_dyane]

Golf TDi estate, 1997? Fresh MoT, goes very well, lacquer coming off front of bonnet. 60mpg regularly over a country commute. Would throw in 1299 flat four as a sweetener.

 

I'm interested. Pic?

[forddeliveryboy]

Oh, so you don't want my DS 23 injection then?

[jonathan_dyane]

If that's not part of the deal, I'm out

[forddeliveryboy]

It is a bit rusty, to say the least. Last time I tried towing it the thing stre-tched. Complete though, and an honest sale!! Think I'm gunna have to take it apart and sell the bits, no way it would load onto a trailer easily.

[jonathan_dyane]

Sounds like parts might be the best bet for it! Am interested in the Golf though...

[forddeliveryboy]

Will try and take some pics tomorrow. It's a good car, bought from Devon a couple of years ago, runs faultlessly, little bit scruffy depending on your pov (I think it blends in), checked the cambelt doesn't look very old, will have new frontpads if I sell it, starts on the button and doesn't use oil or water. Quite fast compared with another one I once had. Seats and ride are crap, as with all Golfs. But boredom has its upside in bangernomics.

[jonathan_dyane]

I'll await them with interest

 

Thanks.

[forddeliveryboy]

Wot about an unbuilt motah? Ami Super chassis (unwelded, solid) which is complete except for the fuel tank, so big pots, correct steering arms and hubs, correct driveshafts, 2 arbs, rhd Ami rack. And a GSA 1299, with replaced seals on a 5 speed gearbox - about 80k. And a 2cv shell.

 

I need to see more about this!

 

We all do! With pics, if possible!

 

Flippin eck. Which bit? It all looks bloody boring, it's the driving of a 2cv or Dyane with 100mph potential which is exciting

[Cavcraft]

I'm not remotely interested Billy, so don't get excited, but is it a CVT box on them?

 

Erm, excuse my thicko-ness but what does CVT mean?