Polystratus Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 HelloHaven't been on here for awhile since have been in the process of changing jobs (For the better). Since I no longer have the long commute I had before, I'm on the lookout for something to do the commute (Not everyday), and maybe travel a bit further to shows...Here's the top two car's I'm going to consider:Late AllegroRover MetroHave considered Moggie Minors but to buy a decent one is bit out the budget at the mo, and need the cash to support the 2CV (Could use it as the runabout car but really I don't want to leave it in a Park and Ride park all day. Have considered Renault Fives and Citroen Ax's but really would like something British. The question is are they still reasonable priced to get (Theoretical budget of say £1000, and spare parts easy to get. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 I think you'll get a tidy Allegro for your money. I think I'd rather have one of those than a Metro. I'd go A-Series engine in the aggro. It's perfectly up to it and is the sweetest engine fitted to them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polystratus Posted May 2, 2013 Author Share Posted May 2, 2013 Thanks DW, agree I'm more inclined to go for the Allegro as well, will post photos if I do get one... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Station Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 I'd go for a Metro 1.5 diesel. They're quite nice to drive, if you can get one with the seats from a GTi/GTa, the handling is really tight with a good hydrolastic ride. Expect 50mpg also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiny Norman Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 How about a Triumph Toledo or a Dolly 1300? Should be do-able for a grand and you can't beat a nice slab of tree on the dash for a bit of posh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aldo135 Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Or a Montego... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiny Norman Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Or a Montego... I was just trying to build him up to that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aldo135 Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Haha cheers! Maybe a bit big compared to the other suggestions, it is good on petrol though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aldo135 Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 How about a Triumph Toledo or a Dolly 1300? Should be do-able for a grand and you can't beat a nice slab of tree on the dash for a bit of posh. Good suggestion, love the wee Triumphs. I had a dolly 1500 a few years ago, was really usable Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben_L Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 I can whole heartedly recommend a Honda Civic (Rover 45 style) for economy, comfort and build quality. I swapped in my Fiesta 1.3 for a 1.5 Civic with nearly 200k on the clock, it feels new! And it's made in Britain. Haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tetleysmooth Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 If you can stretch a tad further than a grand...... http://retrorides.proboards.com/index.c ... ead=149832 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luxobarges_Are_Us Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Triumph Accraim FTW. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 If you can stretch a tad further than a grand...... http://retrorides.proboards.com/index.c ... ead=149832 That's lovely, but also hilarious. Tweaked engine with Spitfire head, Spitfire gearbox with overdrive, Kenwood stereo. "Very original." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bub2006 Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Im selling a robin?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polystratus Posted May 5, 2013 Author Share Posted May 5, 2013 Thanks for the replies - yes Triumph Dolomite is on the list (so is the Herald) plus a few others as well.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conrad D. Conelrad Posted May 5, 2013 Share Posted May 5, 2013 If you can stretch a tad further than a grand...... http://retrorides.proboards.com/index.c ... ead=149832 That's a real bargain, I'm envious of whoever ends up with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KruJoe Posted May 5, 2013 Share Posted May 5, 2013 Found this picture on my computer today. Now tell me it's not fit! Ticks the boxes mentioned, and you'll find the best one in the world for a grand. Choose from saloon, hatchback, cabriolet, coupe, t-bar coupe, estate, or three door; this two-litre GTI could be had for a monkey: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/140951158800 What more could you want?Too juicy? The 1.4 K-grade has summert like 100bhp, so is plenty adequate, and gets cheapo road tax. Pre-'94 for classic cover. WIN! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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