Before I do something silly... - Page 3

Simon W · 18th August 2009, 22:10

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Originally Posted by Phil

I actually think they are quite pretty looking motors those Scimitars.

I had a Scimitar Phil and it was superb - 3.0 litre V6, went like a train. Forget the 3-wheeler and buy a GTE - if you can find one!

Here's mine.

Number 6 · 18th August 2009, 22:30

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Originally Posted by BigRuss

I know that it's impossible to keep the front wheel on the floor going up a hill with 4 in the back of a Reliant Regal.

And that a Robin is light enough to lift on to a low wall outside a pub (with beer crates to stabilize the back wheels) using only two people.

( the owner got it off the wall himself, big lad, luckily we could run faster)

Wouldn't mind a Bond Bug always thought they looked brilliant but then again I don't think I'd fit my legs in.

Russ

I had a Bond Bug orange of course great fun Ok in a straight line but on the corners,wish I still had it

Phil · 18th August 2009, 22:55

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Originally Posted by BigRuss

I know that it's impossible to keep the front wheel on the floor going up a hill with 4 in the back of a Reliant Regal.

And that a Robin is light enough to lift on to a low wall outside a pub (with beer crates to stabilize the back wheels) using only two people.

( the owner got it off the wall himself, big lad, luckily we could run faster)

Wouldn't mind a Bond Bug always thought they looked brilliant but then again I don't think I'd fit my legs in.

Russ

Thats quite funny but I bet he didn't see the funny side.

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Originally Posted by ragitty

Phil what you need is a moggy 1000 traveller perfect for carrying your tools and ample room for the dog, also adds a bit of nostalgia to whatever you are doing.

Dont decent ones go for a fortune? I must admit I've not done any research.

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Originally Posted by Simon W

I had a Scimitar Phil and it was superb - 3.0 litre V6, went like a train. Forget the 3-wheeler and buy a GTE - if you can find one!

Here's mine.

That is really smart. Ford V6 wasn't it?

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Originally Posted by Number 6

I had a Bond Bug orange of course great fun Ok in a straight line but on the corners,wish I still had it

I just had a look on google images! They look really cool!! I bet they are really rare.

Simon W · 18th August 2009, 23:32

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Originally Posted by Phil

That is really smart. Ford V6 wasn't it?

Yes - it was the 'Essex' engine (as used on V6 Granadas). The cooling system is the thing to watch on Scimitars, due to poor airflow onto the rad, otherwise they're great. The classic SE5a is the one to have (same as pics) - not the later SE6 which had a remodelled shape.

Fibre glass body but whacking great chassis and very, very strong - unlike a Robin, which will collapse if hit by anything larger than a Corn Flakes packet.

PS. The rear window opens (as per Tourer) but Scimitars are no good whatsoever for carrying dogs - so sell the dog.

Departed · 19th August 2009, 12:22

Actually Mogs are not as bad as they were. Have a look at the owners club website:

http://www.mmoc.org.uk/

The 'messageboard' is the forums, some helpful characters just like here.

Example:
http://www.mmoc.org.uk/index.php?nam...wtopic&t=26593

You could consider a commercial: van or pickup, both morris and austin versions, Cowley and Longbridge, just like the 75.

The main thing is tin worm: they can rust badly, and be bodged to fix it. Other than that they are mechanically simple and therefore a breeze to fix. But the design is almost sixty years old!

Rabett_Rover · 19th August 2009, 13:37

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Originally Posted by Phil

If I go for a 3 wheeler it will only be a van purely for practicality for my dog and for my tools.

If you want a van why not go for a Maestro van. They are rare and rather nice.

sworks · 19th August 2009, 19:39

Or if you can find one - a Montego Countryman estate!

Phil · 19th August 2009, 19:49

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Originally Posted by sworks

Or if you can find one - a Montego Countryman estate!

Remember the Montego GTi estate!:lol:
I think the metro/Maestro/Montego both petrol and diesels were very reliable cars. Sure the O series and the diesel used to seep oil but that was about it!! Much more reliable than the Fords and Subarus that my Mother and step father used to buy.

Actually, just remembered the time I did a service/repair on an old Montego, bought it in, put it on a ramp, pressed the brake pedal hard and BANG!! O/S/F brake hose burst!!! How lucky was the owner!!

moonstoneboy · 20th August 2009, 07:52

Ex Brother in Law had one (Reliant) and I used to do the work on it for him. Bit like doing keyhole surgery through the small flaps.

Remember he and I were going somewhere in it and I commented to him 'these things scare the life out of me'.

His reply - 'they do me too'.

Think they are ideal if you and the other half are at least 20 stone each and always travel together - gives some stability

Paul

Phil · 20th August 2009, 17:27

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Originally Posted by moonstoneboy

Ex Brother in Law had one (Reliant) and I used to do the work on it for him. Bit like doing keyhole surgery through the small flaps.

Remember he and I were going somewhere in it and I commented to him 'these things scare the life out of me'.

His reply - 'they do me too'.

Think they are ideal if you and the other half are at least 20 stone each and always travel together - gives some stability

Paul

Not much chance of that! I weigh about 14 stone and Jackie weighs about 8 stone. There is one on autotrader but I'm not sure about pink!!

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Departed Retired -- Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: -- Posts: 3,785 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Actually Mogs are not as bad as they were. Have a look at the owners club website: http://www.mmoc.org.uk/ The 'messageboard' is the forums, some helpful characters just like here. Example: http://www.mmoc.org.uk/index.php?nam...wtopic&t=26593 You could consider a commercial: van or pickup, both morris and austin versions, Cowley and Longbridge, just like the 75. The main thing is tin worm: they can rust badly, and be bodged to fix it. Other than that they are mechanically simple and therefore a breeze to fix. But the design is almost sixty years old!

20th August 2009, 07:52	#29
moonstoneboy Posted a thing or two Rover 75 Connoisseur SE CDT Tourer - naturally in Moonstone Green Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Surrey - near Gatwick Airport Posts: 1,316 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Ex Brother in Law had one (Reliant) and I used to do the work on it for him. Bit like doing keyhole surgery through the small flaps. Remember he and I were going somewhere in it and I commented to him 'these things scare the life out of me'. His reply - 'they do me too'. Think they are ideal if you and the other half are at least 20 stone each and always travel together - gives some stability Paul