I'm one of those people that has countless 'favourite' cars. The Pontiac Fiero GT, the Lotus Esprit V8, the Bentley Continental T, the Citroen SM... all have jumped out at me over the years as cars I'd love to own one day. This past summer I ran across another old favourite that I have liked for a very long time. The Triumph TR6 with its round headlights and pronounced 'barrel' fenders has always appealed to me, much more than the later wedge-styled TR7. I may not be able to recall exactly when it was, but I still remember seeing my first TR6. I'd have to guess I was around 10 or 12 years old. The model I saw was dark blue with a black top and black interior and managed to etch itself into my memory. The little Union Jack flag on the rear flank struck me as super cool and I always look for it when I see a TR6 drive by. It was during a lazy summer drive that I stumbled across this light blue model at a used car dealership and garage. The fact that it had licence plates make me suspect it belonged to someone, but anything is for sale for the right price! Problems with old British car's electrical systems are legendary, to the point that I don't know if they're true or grossly exaggerated. In any case, owning any car from the 1970's would take some patience and a lot of mechanical skill. This example was in decent shape, but with some rust poking through in a few areas. It certainly wasn't a show car but would be a great basis for restoration, assuming the engine and transmission are in good shape. One could even pick up a handsome roadster like this and simply enjoy it as-is, tooling around the countryside with the top down and not a care in the world! At some point in my life I need to own a vehicle like this. Why not make it one I have been dreaming about since childhood? While I wouldn't call them common in Canada, you still do occasionally see them in the summer. Now that the temperature is well below zero C and snow is on the ground, it might be time to start looking. One can sometimes score a great deal in winter and be ready for topless driving in the spring. This is one automotive triumph I'd love to claim someday!
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Modern sport utility vehicles don't interest me very much. I have always been a fan of smaller vehicles, and while I can't deny the usefulness and attraction of large, comfy, powerful SUVs, they're just not me. If we look back to the origins of the class and some of the first closed SUV-type vehicles, I find myself more interested, however... Back then, I'm not even sure what they called vehicles like the International Scout. The term 'Sport Utility Vehicle' or SUV hadn't been invented yet. These early closed 4x4s were certainly more utility than sport, and weren't a popular choice as family vehicles or for city dwellers. Their truck-based 4x4 chassis and barebones interiors meant they weren't particularly comfortable or quiet, and their large size and large turning radius made them unpractical for urban settings. I know nothing about the Scout, or even about the International brand of passenger cars, so I had to look up some information. It was in New York City that I had discovered this rough-and-tumble model.The Scout was built between 1961 and 1980, with several updates alone the way. The model I saw appears to be the Scout 800, produced from 1965 to 1968. 4, 6 and 8 cylinder engines were offered, so it is hard to know which one powered this 'compact' SUV, though I don't think I'd want to drive one powered by a 93 horsepower 4-banger! With such little power, there's not only little sport but also little utility... While the International Scout was certainly rough around the edges, it is one of the vehicles credited with creating the SUV market that would take over the automotive world in the 1980's, 90's and beyond. For the era it was definitely compact in size, and some models even hit 20 mpg. Today's SUVs and crossovers are a far cry from these simple, basic utility vehicles, but the original concept of additional space and practicality can be traced back to legends like the Scout.
One interesting discovery was that this Scout was sitting in New York City but has California plates. Someone had driven this automotive curiosity 3,000 miles from the West Coast to the East Coast! I can imagine the adventure taking such a vehicle on a roadtrip would be.. Perhaps it is on its way back home as I write this. In an era where vehicles seem disposable, it's exciting to see an old timer still on the roads, reminding other SUVs where they came from. It looks like there's still some use left in this utility vehicle, even if there isn't much sport left to be had! Knowing what's wrong is one thing. Fixing it is another. For four years and three months I have enjoyed writing this blog and sharing my automotive stories and pictures. I've written personal stories on cars I've known as well as observations and anecdotes related to cars I've seen during my travels in Canada, France, China and all over Europe, South Eastern Asia and the USA. There are no ads or other sources of income on my blog, so it is purely for the pleasure of writing and sharing. In a bit of a coincidence, this is my 200th blog entry. While I didn't plan to make an event of this milestone post, it seems fitting. From the beginning I spent alot of time researching how to write a successful blog and what things to avoid. Many blogs don't last past the first six to nine months, apparently, since people lose their initial excitement at sharing on a topic and get frustrated when it doesn't take off and attract huge numbers of readers. Thankfully, my topic interests me so much that I have no problem keeping it up. It's actually a pleasure for me to sit down and write my stories. A significant other suggested I start my blog back in June 2013, suggesting that other people might enjoy hearing me talk about cars all the time. While I suspect this was as much so they didn't have to listen to me babble on about cars all the time, I'm glad I took their advice. It's a good thing that my genuine interest in cars keeps me going, because it's not the success of my blog that encourages me to slug away. On the contrary, I'd have to admit that my blog is decidedly unsuccessful. Looking at the statistics from the beginning, the most hits I ever got in a single day was 369 (this past September 15th), while the greatest number of daily visitors was 72 (on September 18th). Trust me, those are truly pitiful numbers for a four year old blog. And yet, I keep going. Many times I have searched info on how to improve a blog, and I actually DO know why mine isn't catching on, for the most part. They say that knowing what the problem is half the battle, so I guess I'm halfway there. My issues, as I see them, are the following: 1) My topic doesn't appeal to a broad audience How many people REALLY care about beat-up old cars discovered sitting on the side of the road? While blogs that cover very specific topics can be successful, they need to offer something that more general sources can't cover. 2) I don't post often enough Blog experts argue over the frequency one needs to blog, but one or two times per month is definitely not often enough. It's hard to create a loyal following when you don't give them anything to chew on. 3) My posts tend to run a bit long That's a delicate way of saying I never shut up! Blog's should be clear and concise, whereas I have a tendency to ramble on a bit like an old man telling a story about the good old days when he was a kid... 4) I make my posts too personal While this seems to be a plus for my family and close friends, strangers stumbling across my blog might not enjoy or appreciate the personal angle I add to my posts and would prefer a more formal and professional tone. 5) My titles aren't targeted Every article I've read on successful blogs says that titles need to be short and informative and explain exactly what is to follow. My cryptic, head-scratching titles rarely let the reader know what to expect. Not everything is bad, however. Despite these issues, there are a FEW things that I feel I am doing right: 1) Original content Some blogs simply reheat and rearrange existing content and present it as their own. That's where I can be proud; I create unique content and use original photos in all of my blog articles. 2) Longevity Persistence is key in the blogosphere, and over four years is a solid base for growing something bigger one day. I consider it a piece of 'internet real estate' that stands out more than a brand new blog might. 3) Well-defined theme Despite having a topic that doesn't catch the attention of many readers, my blog is faithful to the theme of lesser-know automobiles, I believe, and doesn't deviate in all directions. Now that I know what's wrong, I am going to fix it, right? Wrong. As much as I would love to have more readers and especially more interactions (through comments, social media sharing, questions, etc.), I don't want to make changes simply to get more 'Likes'. Adding stories about newer and more mainstream vehicles might increase viewership, but I'm not passionate about those vehicles and don't think I could write convincing or interesting articles on them. Chopping my posts down into more bite-sized morsels would allow me to post more often, but artificially limiting myself will quickly make me lose interest, I fear. Even something as simple as using more descriptive titles ("Check out the Citroen 2CV I saw...") would go a long way to encouraging visitors to read beyond the title, but gosh darn-it, I have too much fun coming up with my current titles! So for now I'll continue to slog away, sharing the same types of stories and pictures I always have. If anyone DOES have some input, I am willing to hear it. While I am not looking to make major changes that deviate wildly from what I'm doing, knowing which kind of story appeals to readers is useful, and will help me decide which vehicles to focus on.
I'm not sure where this blog will take me. It has already brought me work as a freelance writer, so maybe someday it could evolve into a full-time writing gig. Maybe it will continue on as a repository for my odds-and-ends of stories, or maybe it will start to cough and sputter like my old Corsa and be left parked off by itself in the great internet parking lot. Only time will tell, but for now, I still have lots of ideas up in my Automotive Attic to keep it going for a while still! Another day, another Corsa breakdown! At this point, it has become a game. With 187,784 kilometers on the odometer, I feel this car no longer owes me anything and is pretty much on borrowed time. Many people have cars that have run alot longer, but with only a tiny 34 year old 1.0L 4-cylinder engine under its hood, I wouldn't begrudge my 1983 Opel conking out for good one of these days. That said, this doesn't stop me from driving it. On the contrary, I put 20,000 kms on it between October 2016 and June 2017, driving all over France, across the ferry into England and Scotland, into Italy (twice) and up through Switzerland, Austria and Germany. Many people call me crazy for driving so far in this car, and they may be right. It's not particularly comfortable, has no safety features other than seatbelts, lacks all modern convenience features (like air conditioning and power options), and doesn't even have a properly functioning gas gauge! And yet, just this morning I was planning an 800+ km trip back into the south of France. I have a second little oddball car waiting to be picked up at the home of some friends, and I wanted to go down first and tinker with it a bit to make sure it's reliable enough to manage the trek home. With a few errands to run this morning, I headed to a nearby city and was on my way home just after lunch when a breakdown occurred... For those of you that don't know me well and haven't heard the tale of my broken water pump pulley, a quick recap: at the end of one of my long roadtrips last spring, my water pump pulley flew apart, leaving my car without battery charging or coolant circulation on the highway just north of Paris. After a moment of solitude at 9 pm on a Sunday night, 100 kms from home, at a deserted picnic area, I managed to steal some washers off of my driver side mirror (hmmm, still haven't put that back on...!), hammer the rest of the pulley flat again and bolt it back in place. A subsequent temporary fix involved drilling holes in the lid of a paint can to hold the pulley in place, since this part is proving to be surprisingly hard to find. I enjoy driving too much to take the car off the road long enough to remove the broken pulley and have it properly repaired, so this fix has become semi-permanent. Anyways, I digress... Fast-forward to this afternoon. I heard a loud thunk from under the hood as I drove down the local highway and instantly saw the battery light come on the dash, indicating the battery wasn't cooling. The heat gauge started to climb almost instantly, so I found a safe place to pull over. At this moment it started to pour rain, so I sat for a while wondering what to do. While calling a tow-truck would be the first reaction for most people, I'm not most people. My Corsa and I have a special relationship, and I feel that she would never test me beyond my limits. When I saw the rain wasn't going to stop, I popped the hood and got out to take a look anyways. As suspected, the belt operating the battery and water pump was gone. This presented two problems: driving the car home, I risked running the battery flat if the engine didn't overheat and explode first. Plague or cholera, take your pick. I decided to let it cool for about 10 minutes, squeezing the engine coolant hose occasionally to do my best to mix the coolant up a bit to cool it faster. While the broken belt would be a big enough problem on its own, this situation was made imminently more complicated by the rain. The humidity in the air caused all of my inside windows to steam up. While I could use the heater to defrost the front one, running the blower motor for any length of time would quickly deplete the battery, and I still had about 20 kms to get home. The rear window was another problem, since it doesn't have a defroster at all. Merging back onto the highway (the speed limit is 110 km/h, FYI) was going to be difficult, especially with the rain still pouring down. Those of you paying attention will remember that I mentioned having to remove the driver's side mirror to use the screws holding the mirror on to fix the pulley that no longer had a belt to drive... not sure if that's ironic, or a conundrum, or simply comeuppance for not having fixed the mirror, but it made trying to merge back onto the highway extremely complicated. A lack of passenger side mirror (it was an option back in 1983 for the Corsa!) meant that wasn't going to help me either. I waited for a big break in traffic, held my phone out the window to use as a mirror, and floored it as I took off from the highway pull-off. Unfortunately, flooring a car that is lacking coolant circulation makes it heat up quickly, and in just a few minutes the gauge was climbing dangerously high again. I had to stop every 2 kms or so to let the car cool. As I wasn't traveling very fast, I decided to leave the hood unlatched (just hooked on the safety latch) so that some extra cooling air would get sucked in. As I drove, I paid close attention to the temperature gauge. I didn't want my aging 4-cylinder to overheat and cause a leak in the radiator, hoses or head gasket, or do even more serious damage to the head itself. Every time it climbed towards the danger zone I pulled over and let it cool down. It became a real game at this point: I had to balance several factors if I wanted to make it home: 1) I had to keep the car from overheating 2) I had to keep the battery from going dead 3) I had to keep the front window defrosted 4) I had to keep my hazard lights on Using the defroster on maximum heat helped lower the temperature of the coolant (that was sitting in the heater core), but also depleted my battery quickly. As much as I was every so slightly stressed at the idea of being stranded on the side of the road, I started having fun trying to find the right speed to drive at. I discovered that at around 75 km/h, there was just enough forced cooling through the radiator and unlatched hood to keep the temperature below the maximum limit. It would seem that this was the 'sweet spot' where extra heat generated by running the engine was removed quickly enough from the cooling system, helped in part by occasionally turning the defroster up to full blast. I was able to drive the last 5 kms in one go, as several turning circles allowed me to coast with the clutch in and the engine at idle. Once I got home I started thinking about fixing the car right away. Luckily, I had stumbled across a bag of spare Corsa parts I had stripped off of another one I had years ago and forgotten. Thankfully, there was a spare belt in perfect condition. Never let anyone tell you that you keep too much automotive-related junk around the house! In just a few minutes I was able to install the belt, top up the coolant, fire up the car and charge the battery. In the end, I actually got a kick out of the newest chapter in my 'Corsa Adventure'! While a breakdown is generally not a good thing, when I'm not in a hurry to get anywhere and have the tools and skills handy to fix my car, I quite enjoy the challenge of getting to my destination with my little Opel. As I write this, I'm preparing my things to hit the road and cover those 800+ kms I mentioned earlier. While I don't expect any more problems from the belt, pump or alternator anytime soon, I AM taking along a few more tools than I usually do and a jug of water. With luck, my next breakdown (which WILL occur at some point, it's inevitable...) will be as enjoyable as this most recent one!
While some things get worse with time, thankfully, some things get better. There are car's that come out of the gate winners and are destined to be classics later on in life. Some others stumble out of the gate and appear destined to be forgotten... which is the case with the Porsche 914. The 914 was introduced in 1969 and would be produced until 1976. One little-known (or unknown) fact about the 914, at least in North America, is that the model was meant to be shared between Porsche and VW. Due to Porsche's insistence that sharing a model with VW in the US would damage the brand and VW and Porsche in-fighting that saw Porsche shoulder all of the development costs, when the Porsche 914 flat-6 model hit the market in America, it was almost as pricey as the 911. Thankfully, the flat-4 model was priced more reasonably and was a relative success for Porsche during its lifetime. Even so, the 914 never gained the sporting reputation of former Porsche models and the love-it or hate-it design means the 914 has long been ignored by car collectors and classic Porsche fans. While I rarely miss a cool car like this, the bright yellow color and fact that this 914 was sitting close to the road made it impossible not to see. I stopped at a car dealership in Ontario that specializes in foreign cars to take a closer look at this 914. Turns out it was a 1.7L 4-cylinder model, arguably the least desirable of the breed. That said, this Porsche was in fantastic condition and looked complete and original. The shiny chrome bumpers, trim and hardware looked fantastic, and I could easily picture cruising around in this 914 with the targa roof removed. The Porsche 914, especially the more powerful and rare flat-6 models, figure on many lists of collectible cars that don't get the attention they deserve. As a fan of cars that stand out from the crowd and can't be seen at every car show or meet, I'm glad I got to see this lovely example. If at some point I graduate to a serious collectible car, a 914 would certainly be a car I'd consider. And since this one appears to get better with age, I can only imagine how much I'll like it a few years from now!
After years of hard work, we all look forward to retirement. I suspect the same goes for heavy-duty vehicles. From the day they're purchased they're put to work carrying, towing, pulling, carting and putting in long days doing their (heavy) duty. When I was in New York City recently, I came across a tired but interesting heavy duty vehicle that looked ready for retirement. This 1960's Ford Econoline van had double barn doors on the back and right side, giving lots of access to the large cargo hold. With 'Heavy Duty' inscribed on the side, I imagine this van had a long and tiring life. Perhaps it was put in service as a delivery van, shuttling goods all over the city. Maybe it was a contractor's vehicle and hauled around workers, equipment and tools to install power lines, cable or plumbing. Who knows, it could even have belonged to a rock band and carted tons of heavy gear to shows all over the country! At the very least this Econoline van is 50 years old, and possibly as old as 56. I figure that over half a century is more than enough of a career for a cool heavy duty vehicle like this Ford. This one was intact but had a few scars and war wounds. It looked like the windshield surrounded had rusted and had been repaired (more or less!) with tape. There were some hefty scratches and dents, but nothing that would keep it off the road. I like to think that this van can transition into retirement and enjoy a slower pace. Perhaps trips to the gardening store for supplies, or to head out on weekend camping trips? There would be ample room inside to convert it to a funk camper. Or better yet, it could do duty going to classic car swap-meets to pick up parts for an automotive restoration. Wouldn't it be fitting it it was used to pick up parts for its very own restoration into like-new condition?!
Without knowing how this heavy duty Econoline spent its life, I can only imagine the kind of use it saw. Seeing this cool retro classic sitting on the street makes me hope it will live out the later years of its life as a fun and practical vehicle for someone who will make use of its space without sending it to an early grave. We can all hope to enjoy a retirement like that someday! The term ‘roadster’ is usually reserved for low-slung sports cars with a convertible top. As a matter of fact, I had never heard the term applied to anything BUT that type of car until today. I was reading up on the first-generation Ford Bronco after seeing one in New York City recently. The Bronco I saw was a 2-door model with a rear hatch, the most popular of the Bronco body styles, but apparently two other models existed: a pickup and a ‘roadster’. The 1966-1977 Ford Bronco 4x4 may share the drop-top configuration of typical small sporty roadsters but it would seem the similarities end there. The tall and top-heavy Bronco convertible has a short wheelbase for its length and heft and would be anything but entertaining on the type of twisty roads where one pictures an MG, Triumph or Miata cruising along. The Bronco was Ford’s first ‘compact’ utility vehicle (this is another term that made me chuckle when I read it; if THIS vehicle was compact for its era, I’d love to see how large a fullsize was!) and was built on a unique platform with a 4x4 drivetrain. Large 6- and 8-cylinder engines moved the Bronco well enough for its intended purpose as a vehicle for hauling gear, plowing or going off-road, but there really wasn’t any sporting pretension in your average first-generation Ford Bronco. This roadster version I came across in Vancouver, British Columbia on the West Coast of Canada caught my attention from far away. Its bright red color really made it stand out and the tall, blocky design contrasted with all of the modern vehicles passing by. The great chrome detailing was nothing like the previous rather dull Bronco I had seen in NYC, so Ford clearly saw a different mission for the topless version of their 4x4. I always assume that the term ‘roadster’ came from the idea of a car mastering the road and making it entertaining to drive with the wind in one’s hair. In that respect, perhaps this red Bronco IS a roadster. The call of the open road isn’t just for road-hugging sports cars. A vehicle like this, when loaded with friends and gear for a weekend of camping or trip to the beach, would certainly provide a while lot of fun. And the 4x4 configuration means you can take this vehicle off-road to places that a typical roadster couldn’t even dream of going. Maybe we can agree to a new designation for the convertible version of a 4x4 vehicle: an off-roadster? It seems to me that this term covers the dual-nature of the topless Bronco version: you get sun and breeze on the open highway in an albeit clunky and cumbersome truck but can also enjoy heading to remote and private areas well off the beaten path. Unless someone has a better term, I think I’m going to stick with off-roadster for this lovely red classic Bronco!
Mention the Ford Bronco to anyone and they’re bound to respond with ‘OJ Simpson’. Ford’s large SUV may have been produced over 40 years and 5 generations, but the infamous videos of the white Bronco being followed by the police on the highway in LA seems to be its unfortunate claim to fame. Long before the Simpson case, the Ford Bronco already had a strong following with off-road fans who wanted a serious utility vehicle. The Bronco was introduced in 1966 on its own short wheelbase chassis and included inline 6 and V8 options as well as four wheel drive. Back then, SUVs were more utility than sport, and the first generation was decidedly barebones. Interestingly, the left and right door skins are identical, except for mounting holes, to simplify fabrication. On a recent trip to New York City I stumbled across this green and white hardtop model. The paint was faded and there was a bit of rust on the bumpers, but overall the vehicle was in impressive shape for its age. It’s hard to know exactly what year this Bronco was, since this first generation model was built from 1966 until 1977. A serious 4x4 meant for off-road duty, this Bronco is most certainly a bit of a handful on the highway. Modern SUVs are loaded with features and are quiet and comfortable on the road, so this throwback ‘Sport Utility Vehicle’ is refreshing in its simplicity. OJ Simpson aside, the original Broncos do have a very strong following. Clean, rust-free models are very sought after and this example would make a great weekend warrior or candidate for a restoration. It is especially nice to see it in what appears to be original condition, with no aftermarket modifications or upgrades that take away from the authenticity. I don’t know if this specific Ford Bronco sees a lot of off-road or utility use or if it spends all of its time on paved roads and in parking lots. Either way, the owner is lucky to have such a great copy of this now legendary vehicle. And I’m talking legendary for all the right reasons!
‘Green’ is a buzzword that has been gaining steam over the past decade. Anything ‘green’ refers to a product, service or concept that is environmentally friendly and often has to do with reducing waste, pollution and fuel consumption. In urban settings, going green can also mean creating environmentally-friendly buildings that include the use of recycled materials, vegetation and energy-efficient heating and cooling to reduce the carbon footprint. A recent New York vehicular sighting had me scratching my head, however. I can only assume that this ‘Ecotone’ company is involved in building or renovating urban buildings to be more green and natural, what with their ‘Urban Natural Building’ tagline. Their choice of company vehicle, however, may need to be rethought. This ‘Ecotone’ sticker was stuck on the back of a 1980’s Chevrolet Suburban ‘Scottsdale 20’ 6.2L monster! The 30+ year old Suburban had seen better days, and it seemed that perhaps it was trying to recycle itself in the name of ecology! Large patches of steel on the doors, fenders, rocker panels and rear gates were turning into oxide and flaking off, seemingly eager to rejoin the earth. The Suburban was even painted a light shade of green, perhaps to help it blend into a natural urban setting like a park or greenspace? If Ecotone wants my advice, they might try starting with a less conspicuous vehicle than a rusted 80’s ‘Burb for their next company vehicle, though! As much as I like this vintage type of SUV, especially in stump-pulling 6.2L format, it simply doesn’t give off the ‘green’ vibe they’re looking for. Or perhaps this vehicle is a tongue-in-cheek commentary on the green movement? Looking at it another way, keeping an older vehicle on the road longer means a new vehicle doesn’t have to be produced. Manufacturing a new vehicle involves consuming materials, electricity and other resources and creates pollution at the factory and during transportation. Might the ecological footprint of this gigantic Chevrolet Suburban be smaller than I think, relatively speaking? In the end it doesn’t matter to me which type of vehicle a company chooses to use. I’m actually a big fan of these large 80’s vehicles and think a 6.2L Suburban would make a handy vehicle to tow old cars and haul parts for an automotive restoration project. My first modification, however, would be to cover up ‘Urban Natural Building’ with a more suitable and accurate sticker for a 6.2L V8 diesel Suburban… how does ‘Rollin’ Coal’ sound?
A recent oddball car sighting was exciting for two reasons. The first was because it was a nearly mint 1980's Plymouth Reliant, a car that has all but disappeared from the streets. The ones that didn't suffer head gasket failure early on have long since been retired to the scrap yard or have completely rotted away. This red Reliant caught my attention on a recent trip to Montréal with a friend as we visited the Paris-like Square Victoria subway stop. The second cause of excitement was that it was on this exact spot that this same friend I was travelling with had spotted and photographed another Plymouth Reliant two years ago! He recalled taking the pictures and sending them to me, and I checked back in my blog to confirm: two years prior, he HAD seen a blue Plymouth Reliant in almost the exact same spot! It would seem an automotive fan with tastes similar to mine lives or works nearby! The red Reliant was an SE model and had a healthy dose of chrome trim to spruce it up. While no one would have have called a Reliant 'classy', this one was clearly a step up from the base models of the era. Back then, it didn't take much for a car to earn a 'Special Edition' badge, but the chrome touches did actually make it a little more attractive. While these cars (and the nearly identical Dodge Aries) changed little over the years they were produced, from 1981 to 1989, the presence of a Chrysler 'Pentastar' hood ornament suggests that this is a 1983 model. It's hard to point out particular design features that stand out on these boxy little sedans, but the large slotted grille with egg-crate insert gives the little Reliant a rather grown-up look, not unlike a 1980's Mercedes. One fun features of these cars was the hidden trunk lock. You simply rotated the rear Pentastar badge to access the key. It's fair to say that a car who's most exciting exterior element is the trunk lock, there isn't much going on to attract attention. Seeing one in excellent shape in 2017, however, makes it stand out to me. I even got a laugh out of a gentleman walking by my photo shoot with the Reliant. He didn't quite agree with my suggestion that it was a 'classic', but he DID have to admit that he hadn't seen one in ages! I've enjoyed my visit in Montréal, a fantastic city with lots of history and culture. I now have another reason to get back soon: my first visit every time I come to Montréal will now be to Square Victoria to see if I can get déjà vu all over again! With luck the next time there will be another Plymouth occupying this spot and begging to be immortalized.
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