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goosey Rank: Renault 16

goosey

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1 hour ago, goosey said:

Just out of curiosity, how easy are these to get parts for ? 
Did a google search last night and found body panels are available but just wondered about brakes, suspension parts etc 

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also what’s this keyhole for ? 

Vimesy Rank Morris Ital

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23 minutes ago, goosey said:

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also what’s this keyhole for ? 

The aftermarket Selmar alarm, probably.

I certainly can't remember my old Avenger having that.

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goosey Rank: Renault 16

goosey

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9 minutes ago, Vimesy said:

The aftermarket Selmar alarm, probably.

I certainly can't remember my old Avenger having that.

What’s are they like to live with ? Parts availability etc ? What’s wheels fit ? Are the front wings bolt on ? I would be greatfull for any info you have on these 

sorry for all the questions 

Braddon81 Rank: BL Wedge

Braddon81

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2 hours ago, goosey said:

Just out of curiosity, how easy are these to get parts for ? 
Did a google search last night and found body panels are available but just wondered about brakes, suspension parts etc 

Quite straightforward to get mechanical parts. Brakes are standard Lucas girling affair - and with the underpinnings being the same as the later Sunbeams  there are plenty of parts hoarded by people that have raced or rallied them.  The owners clubs have had some parts remade - and with the Avenger being made in South America up until the 90s there is still a good band of enthusiast's .  They're easy to maintain - great fun to drive if looked after properly - and it's only rampant rust you need to look out for in the sills jacking points inner wings and front chassis legs.  Straight out of the box from new they were a nicer drive than an Escort. A hugely underated car now due to the brand being washed up in the tide of the Rootes Chrysler Talbot PSA  mix up.

Vimesy Rank Morris Ital

Vimesy

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It was about 45 years ago that I had the first of my Avengers, you're lucky that I can remember that much 🙄

Although, at that time I worked in a Rootes dealer Parts department - parts availability was great - then 😄

Momentary Lapse Of Reason Rank: Citroen Ami

Momentary Lapse Of Reason

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Clutch cable pulling through the bulkhead was a common failing on the Avenger.

Lots of RAC/AA patrols carried a big washer with a slot cut out.

Under the bonnet, pull on the cable, slip the washer on.

Fixed enough to get you home

(or to the end of the MoT as they were usually quite rusty by the time the clutch cable pulled through).

Remspoor Rank: Talbot Matra Rancho

Remspoor

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7 hours ago, goosey said:

Just out of curiosity, how easy are these to get parts for ? 
Did a google search last night and found body panels are available but just wondered about brakes, suspension parts etc 

 

5 hours ago, goosey said:

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also what’s this keyhole for ? 

 

4 hours ago, goosey said:

What’s are they like to live with ? Parts availability etc ? What’s wheels fit ? Are the front wings bolt on ? I would be greatfull for any info you have on these 

sorry for all the questions 

Try this website.

https://portal.speedyspares.co.uk/

On the left there is a menu covering Avengers. It is not the easiest website to view. It is stuck in the 1980's 😉

outlaw118 Rank: Lancia Gamma

outlaw118

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http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/46157000/jpg/_46157070_bo_selecta226getty.jpgCHAMONE MOTHERFUCKERZ

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202311133921394?sort=relevance&advertising-location=at_cars&body-type=Estate&colour=Blue&fuel-type=Petrol&include-delivery-option=on&make=Volvo&postcode=rm162pt&transmission=Automatic&year-to=2023&fromsrab3110d1186614c8facaede76d33af96d.jpgBit salty but LOOK AT IT. £13,940.

Japanese import, so the clocks are wrong, but still, low miles etc. Not keen on the tan interior......but still WOOD

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bezzabsa Rank: Renault 16

bezzabsa

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14 minutes ago, angle said:

Alternatively - has an Mot but no roof,  £450.

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https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/308902048695466/

How the actual fuckk can a Manual roof fail????????????

there were always a PITA even from new, but jeez - you'd think living in Wales he would know not to fuck about with the roof!!

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sheffcortinacentre Rank: Lancia Gamma

sheffcortinacentre

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9 hours ago, goosey said:

What’s are they like to live with ? Parts availability etc ? What’s wheels fit ? Are the front wings bolt on ? I would be greatfull for any info you have on these 

sorry for all the questions 

Wheels 4x108 ford, Peugeot, Citroen.

D.E Rank: Lancia Gamma

D.E

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Diesel 75, £300:

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Need to sell in NEXT TWO DAYS

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202311214152014?sort=most-recent&advertising-location=at_cars&include-delivery-option=on&page=5&postcode=cb12az&price-to=1000&year-to=2006&fromsra

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Failed the test in June, defects and advisories:

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Do not drive until repaired (dangerous defects):

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush torn/broken (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Repair immediately (major defects):

  • Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted spring missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Repair as soon as possible (minor defects):

  • Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Monitor and repair if necessary (advisories):

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs are slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • Rear rear exhaust silencer slightly corroded

 

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EyesWeldedShut Rank: Isuzu Florian

EyesWeldedShut

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2 hours ago, bezzabsa said:

How the actual fuckk can a Manual roof fail????????????

there were always a PITA even from new, but jeez - you'd think living in Wales he would know not to fuck about with the roof!!

First thing my wife did in the Ovlov when we got it was to press the 'lecky sunroof button (it was dark, and raining).
We're in Wales and, somehow, still married :-) 

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