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instant classics

  • 15-08-2020 11:06am
    #1
    RobAMerc
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,863 ✭✭✭


    I believe some cars are bound to be classics, the second they come off the production line they have a status.

    I dont think we need a thread about what is a classic and wheteher something can or cant be a classic. Its about what YOU think is an INSTANT classic and your reasoning for it.

    So, I'll start the ball rolling with 2 I think were instant classics ....

    Honda NSX and the original Lexus LS 400

    The NSX showed the world you could build a super car that was reliable. It put the sh*ts up ferrari and Lamborghini I imagine.

    LS400 - Showed the world Japan could build world class Luxury motors

    so what are yours ?


Comments

  • #2
    RICARDO1982
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 226 ✭✭RICARDO1982


    I agree with your two cars mentioned , I will go with the Mazda MX5 and VW Golf GTI MK5, They will still look good in 20 yrs!


  • #3
    kev1.3s
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,358 ✭✭✭kev1.3s


    Mclaren f1 for me was the ultimate instant classic.


  • #4
    Arthur Daley
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,546 ✭✭✭Arthur Daley


    Guilia Quadrifoglio


  • #5
    Still waters
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,166 ✭✭✭Still waters


    Saab 900


  • #6
    RobAMerc
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,863 ✭✭✭RobAMerc


    RICARDO1982 wrote: »
    I agree with your two cars mentioned , I will go with the Mazda MX5 and VW Golf GTI MK5, They will still look good in 20 yrs!


    considering I was sitting looking out at my MX5 as I wrote the post, its amazing it didnt spring to mind !


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  • #7
    Andrewf20
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,251 ✭✭✭Andrewf20


    Alot of modern cars I struggle to warm to but the hard top MX5 mark 4 is a real looker and I reckon it will age well. Its a breath of fresh air to have an uncomplicated, na petrol & lightweight sports car still being made in 2020.


  • #8
    Turbulent Bill
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,638 ✭✭✭Turbulent Bill


    Weird and French tends to be a good combination - the Citroën C6.


  • #9
    Titzon Toast
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,547 ✭✭✭Titzon Toast


    Probably a bit obvious, but I'd say the original Focus RS.
    VW Corrado too.


  • #10
    Arthur Daley
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,546 ✭✭✭Arthur Daley


    Turbulent Bill wrote: »
    Weird and French tends to be a good combination - the Citroën C6.

    And Renault Avantime


  • #11
    nthclare
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 3,315 ✭✭✭nthclare


    The VW Polo 1993 and before, it was my first car.

    3 doors, 4 gear's and nippy.


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  • #12
    kev1.3s
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,358 ✭✭✭kev1.3s


    Arthur Daley wrote: »
    And Renault Avantime

    Have one put away.


  • #13
    MrCostington
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,288 ✭✭✭MrCostington


    RICARDO1982 wrote: »
    I agree with your two cars mentioned , I will go with the Mazda MX5 and VW Golf GTI MK5, They will still look good in 20 yrs!

    The Mk1 GTI must fall into this category? Think it was seen as a game changer at the time. What about the Mini too?


  • #14
    RobAMerc
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,863 ✭✭✭RobAMerc


    kev1.3s wrote: »
    Have one put away.

    so would I if I had somewhere.


  • #15
    galwaytt
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,822 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    RICARDO1982 wrote: »
    I agree with your two cars mentioned , I will go with the Mazda MX5 and VW Golf GTI MK5, They will still look good in 20 yrs!
    LIGHTNING wrote: »
    Id say the original Audi TT would be another one.


    Tfft - that's me sorted so :D

    Ode To The Motorist

    “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” 



  • #16
    w124man
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,350 ✭✭✭w124man


    Audi RS4 B7 .....


  • #17
    Dades
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 25,558 Mod ✭✭✭✭Dades


    Mazda RX8. Alfa Brera.

    Two that will always look good.


  • #18
    RocketRaccoon
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,602 ✭✭✭RocketRaccoon


    Definitely a Mazda RX8


  • #19
    ZENER
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,163 ✭✭✭ZENER


    3rd Gen Honda Prelude :)

    Ken


  • #20
    Yarisbob
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 128 ✭✭Yarisbob


    Volvo 850 T5R in Yellow
    Mondeo ST24
    Audi S3
    SAAB 95 HOT Aero
    Ford Transit MS-RT (my next for sure)

    No garage is ever big enough !!


  • #21
    selectamatic
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,055 ✭✭✭selectamatic


    Honda civic fd2 type R

    Prices have never really came down and it was crowned the last true type R by most shortly into it's production run.


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  • #22
    Duke of Url
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,662 ✭✭✭Duke of Url


    I would like to think the following

    Honda S2000
    Jaguar XK8/XKR
    Mazda MX5
    Fiat 500 Abarth
    Audi TT
    Ford Focus RS
    Alfa Romeo 4C
    Alfa Romeo Brera


  • #23
    Max Headroom
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,101 ✭✭✭Max Headroom


    Any Alfa Romeo.imo...


  • #24
    kev1.3s
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,358 ✭✭✭kev1.3s


    Max Headroom wrote: »
    Any Alfa Romeo.imo...

    Except the arna


  • #25
    galwaytt
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,822 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    kev1.3s wrote: »
    Except the arna

    No, especially the Arna !

    Imagine going to a AR meet - you'll have the rarest car there !!

    Ode To The Motorist

    “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” 



  • #26
    kev1.3s
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,358 ✭✭✭kev1.3s


    galwaytt wrote: »
    No, especially the Arna !

    Imagine going to a AR meet - you'll have the rarest car there !!

    Just because something is rare doesn't make it special. Beauty is however in the eye of the beholder and if one was at a meet I would go see it for its oddity value but I'd still prefer the sud ti.


  • #27
    RobAMerc
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,863 ✭✭✭RobAMerc


    kev1.3s wrote: »
    Just because something is rare doesn't make it special.

    True, but something thats clearly a complete catastrophe from inception is almost the epitome of an instant classic.

    born of stupidity and a total flop = instant classic imo ( This is not the only qualifying qualities of an instant classic clearly )

    How about a Nissan GT-R ?


  • #28
    unhappys10
    Closed Accounts Posts: 692 ✭✭✭unhappys10


    Audi RS4 b5
    Audi RS2


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