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CharlieCroker · 2009-02-01 22:44:51

Hi all, Normally post on the regular motors forum so said i'd give this a try. Thinking of buying my first classic. Budget of about €5-6000, pref a cabriolet but def a two door. I know stuff over 30 yrs is (basically) tax and VRT exempt. After that I dont have a clue. (Insurance, maintainence costs, etc) I'm 25 and I…

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Hi all,
Normally post on the regular motors forum so said i'd give this a try.

Thinking of buying my first classic.

Budget of about €5-6000, pref a cabriolet but def a two door.

I know stuff over 30 yrs is (basically) tax and VRT exempt.

After that I dont have a clue. (Insurance, maintainence costs, etc)

I'm 25 and I already have an everyday car with my own insurance etc. so it'll be a weekend, summer car.

I'd like something like a Lancia Fulvia but All suggestions welcome

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#2 01-02-2009 10:54pm

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I had a Lancia Fulvia once, I loved it. The series 1 cars are extremely well-engineered, it is said that Rolls-Royce engineering and build quality was noticeably behind that of Lancia in the 1960s. The series 2 & 3 cars (post-FIAT) used progressively cheaper parts and steel, and are more prone to rusting. They're fixed-head though, although the Flavia was also available as a convertible.

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#3 01-02-2009 10:57pm

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convertible isn't essential. Would just be nice for during the summer but mainly i just want something with a "feelgood" factor and a bit of style.
I'd be confident enough doing the oily bits on one but i still wouldn't want a moneypit

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#4 01-02-2009 11:18pm

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Anan1 wrote: »

The series 1 cars are extremely well-engineered, it is said that Rolls-Royce engineering and build quality was noticeably behind that of Lancia in the 1960s.

Really,they must be very well screwed together!Didnt know that.

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#5 01-02-2009 11:35pm

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Anan1 wrote: »

I had a Lancia Fulvia once, I loved it. The series 1 cars are extremely well-engineered, it is said that Rolls-Royce engineering and build quality was noticeably behind that of Lancia in the 1960s. QUOTE]

Obviously rust prevention mustn't have factored into that comparison.

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#6 02-02-2009 12:26am

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gn3dr wrote: »

Obviously rust prevention mustn't have factored into that comparison.

You think late 60s Rolls Royces didn't rust?? Like I said, the Series 1 cars were good in that regard by the standards of the time. The expense of no-compromise engineering finally brought Lancia to the FIAT takeover, and cheap Russian steel followed very quickly.

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#7 02-02-2009 7:09am

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i dont think you'll get a decent Fulvia for 5 to 6000....

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#8 02-02-2009 10:58am

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Here's a sport at around budget: http://www.classiccarsforsale.co.uk/classic-car-page.php/carno/45465

Or a very good coupé for a bit more: http://www.classiccarsforsale.co.uk/classic-car-page.php/carno/48968

The market for used classics really is on its knees at the moment.

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#9 02-02-2009 2:45pm

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How about a nice Lancia Beta Spider? A rust-free one would be a fun and practical motor - and within your budget too..

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#10 02-02-2009 3:47pm

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I was thinking of an Italian Spider, too.

A Beta would be nice (if hard to find), as would a Fiat 124 Spider or Alpha Spider. Not many of either about though.

You could get yourself a Merc SL runner for that cash too.

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#11 02-02-2009 4:08pm

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re's a lovely Beta Coupé on eBay at the moment :http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Lancia-Beta-Coupe-Fiat-Alfa-Maserati_W0QQitemZ130284984914QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAutomobiles_UK?hash=item130284984914&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A4%7C65%3A3%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318

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#12 02-02-2009 4:56pm

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Is there such thing as a rust free Beta???

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#13 02-02-2009 5:24pm

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CharlieCroker wrote: »

Is there such thing as a rust free Beta???

Depends on where it's been and how well it's been looked after.

Here's a sad, but un-rusty looking spider for sale in South Africa - which is usually a good bet for rot-free cars. 2300 euros asked, plus shipping and import duty.

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#14 02-02-2009 6:07pm

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I dont like that...

Looks kinda like a half finished pick up!:p

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#15 02-02-2009 10:41pm

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spiritual brother/sister to the Fulvia ??

Alfa Junior

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“And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road”

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#16 03-02-2009 12:11am

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How about a VW Karmann ghia? Really easy to maintain.

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#17 03-02-2009 12:21am

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yep,more or less a beetle with a pretty dress on...

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#18 03-02-2009 12:25am

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Yup, reliable, simple, but with a bit of elegance. I drive mine every day and I love it.

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#19 03-02-2009 1:14pm

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carchaeologist wrote: »

yep,more or less a beetle with a pretty dress on...

actually, I always call them "A beetle in an Italian Suit" :cool:, since the design of this VW was from Carrozzeria Ghia, and yep, that's Italian

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#20 03-02-2009 2:06pm

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CharlieCroker wrote: »

I know stuff over 30 yrs is (basically) tax and VRT exempt.

After that I dont have a clue. (Insurance, maintainence costs, etc)

There's a lot of info in the charter!

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#21 03-02-2009 2:09pm

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The Alfa GT Junior is sweet, never thought of one.

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#22 03-02-2009 6:15pm

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PaulK_CCI wrote: »

actually, I always call them "A beetle in an Italian Suit" :cool:, since the design of this VW was from Carrozzeria Ghia, and yep, that's Italian

Good one,you dont think they are a bit feminine though with all their curvy bits:D?The 181 would be the more masculine side of the beetle maybe..:p

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