I think I might have just done something very silly

[mirafioriman]

Nice one! I would say get the train to Plymouth, drive round Plymouth in it for a couple of hours to get used to it and then stop over. Set off back early next morning taking your time. Make it an adventure!

[pogweasel]

Freakin' awesome!!!!!!!!!!!1!I'll drive it for you (all expenses paid)

[aled]

For the last few weeks I've had the urge to get another car. (This is usually a sign that I'm suffering from depression and think it might cheer me up.)

 

I've come close a few times, but sense, or, not enough money have usually stopped me, until now.

 

It's something that's been on my, I really want to have one of these at some point list. (In fact I've now had everything else on the list bar this and a Bristol)

 

Logic has not been my strong point, I'm now trying to work out how to get it home (I'm not brave enough to try to drive it from Plymouth to South Wales) I doubt that I'll have it for long, I just need to have one and get it out of my system.

 

 

 

always liked them,i remember seeing them for sale in a showroom in swindon in the 70s, i would love one but i just picked up yet another imp today.

 

i'll go and get it, just pay my train fare .

[bigstraight6]

For the last few weeks I've had the urge to get another car. (This is usually a sign that I'm suffering from depression and think it might cheer me up.)

 

I've come close a few times, but sense, or, not enough money have usually stopped me, until now.

 

It's something that's been on my, I really want to have one of these at some point list. (In fact I've now had everything else on the list bar this and a Bristol)

 

Logic has not been my strong point, I'm now trying to work out how to get it home (I'm not brave enough to try to drive it from Plymouth to South Wales) I doubt that I'll have it for long, I just need to have one and get it out of my system.

 

That's just superb, and very irresponsible I would gladly offer my services in giving the device a going over in readiness for the journey! it's an adventure! I acquired my old Zodiac from a chap in Brighton, unseen by myself and went up and drove it home! just make sure you have breakdown cover on your insurance and do it

[HillmanImp]

That is well nice innit. I am very jealous. Why cant they mass produce small town cars these days that actually look good. Those NICE cars look like they were designed by someone who had recently received a frontal lobotomy and they cost 10K!I would roll in one of these all day long.

[dollywobbler]

Excellent work! Not a proper Bond though is it?

[dollywobbler]

It would make you a hero though! As you say though, perhaps not on a windy day...

[Rusty Pelican]

DONE SOMETHING VERY SILLY , I for one am very jealous , If thats being silly then bring it on

[Guest]

Nice one I allways liked the look of those . Look forward to seeing more pics and if thats being silly bring on the madness

[ashmicro]

Would it go into a large van? I seem to remember someone on RR who put a Kitten in a Luton or suchlike?

[Mr H Sceptre]

Not silly. Superb.

[Mash]

Absolutely ace! I love these and it's the only tripod I would ever consider owning. My biggest concern would be (I think I'm right in saying) the non-adjustable driving position.Often wondered what they handle like....

[pompei]

Good work! I imagine it'll be a hoot to drive. I saw one on the net recently where someone had installed some hairy bike engine

[wuvvum]

That is a brilliant purchase. I have to say though that, having experienced driving a Reliant Regal over a certain distance, I'd be hesitant to drive one of these hundreds of miles - I would have done it ten years ago, but now I think I'd just find it too tiring. I'd love a go in one down some B-roads though.

Absolutely ace! I love these and it's the only tripod I would ever consider owning. My biggest concern would be (I think I'm right in saying) the non-adjustable driving position.Often wondered what they handle like....

I think the pedal box adjusts, doesn't it? I know the seats don't though.They actually handle OK as 3-wheelers go - infinitely better than a Regal, which really are as unstable as Mr Bean would have us believe. Low centre of gravity means you can get a Bug up onto two wheels without it immediately rolling onto its side

[trigger]

Good work! I imagine it'll be a hoot to drive. I saw one on the net recently where someone had installed some hairy bike engine

I saw one on ebay the other day with a Yamaha R1 engine fitted as well as the one with the 'Busa lump.

 

I think Bond Bugs are 4 WINNERS!, I'd love to drive it home, just make sure the weathers o.k, Wouldn't fancy driving it in heavy rain on a motorway with lorries overtaking you!

 

I did upload the Motor magazine road test for one of these a while back if you have flickr.

 

 

Oh BTW Rootes your new Avater is gross!

[Father Ted]

ORRSUMM.Drive it back, get AA route planner to do you an A road route and you will be fine.

[Justin Case]

Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.

More words of wisdom from the composer of my sig; that seems to suggest driving it back over the bridge A great buy, completely bonkers and all the better for being so.

[Mr Lobster]

Brilliant! Well done, a superb buy. Surely a run up the A38 or somesuch couldn't be that hard as long as you allow plenty of time?

[barrett]

wow! thats amazing.....good man, but....please tell me you're going to sort out those tacky mudflaps?? and then the wheels...

[Richieg]

Hey Guys,You got to go for it ,they are so cool and i defy anyone that doesn't smile whilst driving it!!I have to say though reading all these posts has got me thinking . . When i am feeling a little down in the dumps or bored i go buy another car as i love the excitement and the rush you get from the build up of buying it ,then the fun of driving it homeIt's got me thinking whether i actually suffer from depression and didn't realise it???Is anyone else like this at all???cheersRichie

[seth]

Excellent!Has it been in recent regular use? If so I'd definitely drive it back but would avoid motorways and plot a fun looking route on A and B roads.

[peter9000uk]

Had one of those when I was at college, before I passed my car test! Absolute hoot to drive and surprisingly nippy if not a bit noisy. It is possible to power slide them by the way. Don't remember the pedals being adjustable though. Can be prone to overheating if not careful.My had Avon alloy wheels IIRC and an 8 track stereo with Dark Side of the Moon stuck in it between the seats or should I say vinyl cover with an inch of foam underneath. Heater is awfulIs it a a 700 or 750?

[dollywobbler]

When i am feeling a little down in the dumps or bored i go buy another car as i love the excitement and the rush you get from the build up of buying it ,then the fun of driving it homeIt's got me thinking whether i actually suffer from depression and didn't realise it???Is anyone else like this at all???cheersRichie

Um, yes. Definitely suffer from this, though annoyingly, it took me several years and a lot of debt before I realised it...Women have it so easy. They can go and just buy a new pair of shoes. That said - some shoes cost more than some cars I've bought...

[Richieg]

This would definately explain my terrible need to buy cars that i don't need really I am pleased i have bought all the cars and any car i have will always be sold in better condition than when i bought it but the novelty does wear off after a while and i then need another fix but only when things are not that good funnily enough??I am glad i am not the only one,maybe i need to see a shrink or something lolcheersRichie

[Noam]

No need to worry about the Severn Bridge, you can cross the Severn at Gloucester, then get to the rest of England on the A40 or M5. It sounds as if your mind is already made up, so go for it...

[brammy777]

This would definately explain my terrible need to buy cars that i don't need really I am pleased i have bought all the cars and any car i have will always be sold in better condition than when i bought it but the novelty does wear off after a while and i then need another fix but only when things are not that good funnily enough??I am glad i am not the only one,maybe i need to see a shrink or something lolcheersRichie

I get that feeling after i buy everything, so i predict cars will be no doubt the same.We shall all soon find out of course haha.

[dollywobbler]

Um, I've just noticed. Does it actually have the full side-screens?!

[Cavcraft]

For the last few weeks I've had the urge to get another car. (This is usually a sign that I'm suffering from depression and think it might cheer me up.)

 

I've come close a few times, but sense, or, not enough money have usually stopped me, until now.

 

It's something that's been on my, I really want to have one of these at some point list. (In fact I've now had everything else on the list bar this and a Bristol)

 

Logic has not been my strong point, I'm now trying to work out how to get it home (I'm not brave enough to try to drive it from Plymouth to South Wales) I doubt that I'll have it for long, I just need to have one and get it out of my system.

 

Top bombing!

Drive it back, I bet you'll come home with a massive smile on your face and there's no better way to get introduced to a car than that long trip home.

DO IT!

[trigger]

You know what, I thought the number plate was familiar, I saw it a couple of years ago at a local car show!.

 

[Andrew353w]

I just HAD to get the 3 wheel "thing" out of my system a few years ago, and bought a Reliant Robin on E Bay-absolutely LOVED it! Kept it for about 18 months, did loads of little jobs on it & sold it at a profit on E-Bay!The Bond Bugs have a different suspension set up to a Robin, which makes them a bit (little bit!) more stable. I picked mine up in Norfolk and drove it 70 miles home, on motorways, having never driven a three wheeler before; it was "quite an experience" but things became easier as I got the hang of it! Being overtaken by 44 tonne trucks made the car jump all over the place, but you can't help but smile when you're driving them.If you need any advice I'm happy to help! ENJOY IT!!!