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things-about-cars-in-posts · 1 year ago

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Okay, here's the shooting brakes section below! There's some really obscure stuff under here, so I'll tell it with a read more over our heads like a blanket of intimate secrecy.

Isn't this pyjama party fun?!

SHOOTING BRAKES

Wait - not everyone's gonna know what "shooting brake" means. So here's an oversimplification: shooting brakes are station wagons that only have two doors and are a bit sporty about it (not to be confused with hatchbacks, which are more compact and have a proportionally shorter rear area). There. That should do until I make a body styles masterpost.

We were saying?

Volvo P1800ES

One guy bought the sedan version of this, put 400.000km on it (250.000mi), and then looked at the car and figured he would just keep doing that - and so he did, thirteen times over.

But, after earning and relentlessly defending the record for highest car mileage ever at 5.200.000km (3.200.000mi), the old adage that everything dies eventually came knocking. And now, sadly, that guy is dead. Car's still fine though! It's being driven by his daughter, who hopes to keep adding to those millions of miles until one day they will, at long last, add up to the length of the rear windows of the shooting brake.

Reliant Scimitar

Its designer, Tom Karen, sadly passed away last year. Tragically, despite having spent most of his 96 years with a pen in his hand, he never once got to experience what it feels like to miss.

Honda Accord Aerodeck

Okay, so, picture this: you're a non-broke young adult with friends- it's okay, take your time. I'll wait. Okay, so: it's the mid-80s, and you want something to drive your friends around in. But you don't want to drive a sedan like some dad, and since minivans aren't a thing yet the mom's car of choice is still the wagon, making that even less appealing. Still, you don't want a little hatchback that will make your backseat friends cramped and claustrophobic. Who are you? Not a big enough customer base to keep a model alive, it seems, and the way we know is in 1985 Honda hacked up the Accord into a shooting brake:

Now, some could argue this is just a longer hatchback, but sometimes you've gotta look at the discussion and realize you really do not give enough of a shit to engage and that would be one such moment for me.

But you know what Honda did give a shit about? Making that rear seat area a bright, pleasant, airy place to be - hence the name, "Aerodeck". And how did they do that?

A sunroof right in front of the trunk?

No.

A GULLWING GLASS TRUNK.

This is an 80s shooting brake Honda with pop-up headlights and a gullwing trunk. If you don't understand why I like it now, I doubt you will ever understand me.

In celebration of me just picking up a Toyota Altezza Gita/Lexus IS300 Sportcross what are some of your favourite wagons or shooting brakes

yOOOOOO!!!!

Okay now I have to ask, is it actually an imported Toyota or did you add that just for potential clarification?

I should give context for folx out there (apparently folx is a 'more friendly' spelling to some? oh the wild wonders of language): y'all know how Lexus is a brand Toyota founded to move upmarket? Yeah, they didn't need to do that at home because Japan is much better protected from too-good-for-Toyotas-itis: I mean, if the emperor can drive (well, be driven in) Toyotas I am pretty sure you can afford to be seen in one. As a result, until 2005 Japan got Lexus models but not the Lexus brand, receiving them with Toyota branding instead (and different model names too, since the two letter acronyms were a Lexus thing).

To get to your question, though:

SEDANS I LIKE THE WAGON VERSION OF TOO

Toyota Altezza Gita/Lexus IS300 Sportcross (:D)

Indeed, I love your car! The JZ (for the folx: a six cylinder inline engine series widely regarded to be Toyota's best, capable of truly monstrous power with the right hands fiddling under the hood), the sporty, timeless styling, Toyota reliability and Lexus build quality, how no matter the market they refused to use a normal word for wagon, the chrome taillights so iconic they spawned an entire trend in 2000s car styling (especially aftermarket - hell, they still call them Altezza taillights!)... and that gauge cluster oh my GAWD

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII Wagon

I don't think the street equivalent of one of the most legendary rally cars (and certainly, with the Subaru Impreza WRX STI, part of the most legendary rally war) needs any introduction. I just wanted to make sure you knew that between '05 and '07 the closest thing to a rally car a dealer would sell you also came in wagon form. In Japan only, of course. Because if Japan can't keep a cool thing to themselves, they'll make a cooler version to keep to themselves. Always.

Morris Mini Traveller/Austin Mini Countryman/Mini Clubman Estate

How do Mini fans do it, man

Who doesn't love the Mini? Who doesn't love the wagon's funky rear doors?

And who doesn't hate the time they tried to modernize its front end for the 70s? Me.

Like come on guys. You need to find within yourselves the intellectual honesty to admit that this fucks.

I rest my case. Let's move on.

Citroën DS Break/Familiale/Safari/Estate/Station Wagon

How do Citroën fans do it, man

Yes, the steering wheel had a single spoke - and by the way, that's it straight. It was angled like that so that, in a crash, it would guide your your body to the right - because there weren't seatbelts yet in 1955. Yeah. This is a 1955 design. The French are always been and likely always will be hellbent on being weird - and the Citroën DS is a distillation of the good that can come from that. It had pillarless windows! variable height suspension so effective you could only tell you had a flat by sound - and could change that flat by just having the suspension lift it for you! It had rear fenders held on by one bolt! Hell, in 1967, it got directional lights that turned with the wheels!!!!

IN 1967!!!! Few cars have them right now today!!!

Oh, and also, most interesting to us right now, it has the greatest vibe gap between sedan and wagon I have ever seen. Allow me to illustrate (and slightly exacerbate by cherry picking examples).

You get out of this with suit and tie and a watch you change the time of with felt tweezers.

You get out of this with a lab coat, plane goggles, a propeller tophat and a concoction that violates a semester's worth of laws of physics. And, potentially, seven of the biggest freaks the planet could muster, because yes, this could seat up to eight, thanks to a front bench, a middle bench, and trunk seats. "You mean a third row?" HAHA. NO.

Honorable mentions:

Mazda 6, Subaru Impreza, Toyota Corolla KE70, Audi RS4, BMW E30, Fiat 500 Giardinetta, most '60s yankee landyachts that got a wagon, and all the ones that escape me at this moment

WAGONS I LIKE MORE THAN THE SEDAN VERSION

Audi RS6 (second generation)

Here's what happened (presumably): Audi had bought Lamborghini. Great! Now Lamborghinis could use Audi interior bits, a very welcome change because for not exactly the interior controls GOATs. (To stick to a representative example and not be here all day, when set to Fahrenheit the Diablo's digital climate controls changed the temperature by two degree increments except between 63F and 64F and 72F and 73F. And at the extremes it said LOF and HIF because the F did not go away. So yeah.) But this also gave Audi access to Lamborghini parts - and, a couple years in, one of the engineers told the others "Jo [German for "Yo"], there's gotta be something cool we can do with Lamborghini parts!" And the other was like "Maybe we can make the new RS6 [Audian for Real Sporty version of the A6 executive sedan] with a Lambo V10! That'd be a fast fucking sedan." And the first one replied "And a fast fucking wagon too!" And their eyes locked, lighting up with villainous thrill.

I mean, I could wax lyrical about the all wheel drive and super expensy carbon ceramic brakes and the flared fenders et al but if this garbage 5 second clip does not convince you that this busts ass how could I.

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Toyota Corolla E110

Well that's quite the jump. How could I possibly be interested in a car like this? If cars were meals this would be a plate of warm water. There is only one way to possibly get excited about a car this boring: personal significance. And sure enough, my Yaris-pursuing father was instead upsold a Corolla exactly like this, discounted to empty the lot in preparation for its facelift - and one day he used it to drive my momma to a hospital, they got out of it in two, and some tribulations later they got back in it in three - third being a hot-off-the-press me. This, then, was the car that was in the driveway through my stumbling infancy - and never hinted at letting us down. We then traded it for an Opel that gave us loads of trouble, the recipient traded it for an Audi that gave him loads of trouble, and on the Corolla kept getting passed on right to wherever it rests today, never letting anyone down - loyalty likely rewarded by a crusher turning it to mush. And I want another shot at doing this car right.

Okay, actually, there's another way to get excited about such a car: find out about the inevitable sick-ass Japan-only version. In this case Toyota figured they'd fit the Sprinter Carib (because Corolla wasn't near a silly enough name for the Japanese market) with a 20V 4A-GE Blacktop and a 6 speed manual, or in less technical terms "one of the greatest non-turbo powertrains of its size to ever graze a production car". Presumably just for the sake of keeping it Japan-only for the sake of annoying me personally.

Well, joke's on them, because my idea goes even harder: replicating the powertrain the hatchback version competed in World Rally Championship with - 4WD and all.

This but wagon, essentially. And then bin it in a tree in 15 seconds like I always do on the rally sim.

Honorable mentions:

1970 Dodge Coronet SW, Nissan Stagea, Volvo 940/960 wagon (which I talked about in another post!), and again all the others that I forgot.

The shooting brakes are gonna need their separate post because otherwise it hits the image limit :/

Links in blue are posts of mine explaining the words in question - if you liked this post, you might like those!

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youngtimeroldtimerrestaurierung · 7 months ago

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The Complete Guide to volvo P1800 restoration

Restoring a classic car is a labor of love, a journey that transforms a piece of automotive history into a shining gem on the road. Among the iconic classics, the Volvo P1800 stands out with its timeless design and robust engineering. If you're dreaming of bringing one of these beauties back to life, you've come to the right place. This complete guide to restoring a Volvo P1800 will walk you through the process, offering tips, insights, and a roadmap to classic car perfection.

Introduction to the Volvo P1800

The Volvo P1800, produced from 1961 to 1973, is renowned for its stylish design and solid performance. Famously driven by Roger Moore in the television series "The Saint," this car has captured the hearts of classic car enthusiasts worldwide. Its sleek lines, chrome accents, and reliable B18/B20 engines make it a rewarding restoration project.

Research and Budgeting

Before diving into a restoration, it's crucial to understand what you're getting into. Research the different models and variations of the P1800, including the P1800, P1800S, P1800E, and P1800ES. Each has its own unique features and potential challenges.

Set a realistic budget for your project. Restoration costs can vary widely, depending on the car's initial condition and the extent of the work needed. Include costs for parts, labor, tools, and unexpected expenses.

Locating a Suitable Car

Finding a suitable Volvo P1800 can be a challenge. Look for cars with minimal rust and solid bodywork, as these will be easier and cheaper to restore. Search online classifieds, classic car auctions, and local car clubs. Networking with other enthusiasts can also lead to great finds.

Assessment and Documentation

Once you have your P1800, perform a thorough assessment. Document the car's condition with detailed notes and photographs. Identify areas that need attention, such as the body, engine, transmission, interior, and electrical systems.

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Develop a detailed restoration plan. Break the project into manageable stages, such as disassembly, bodywork, mechanical repairs, interior restoration, and reassembly. Establish a timeline and prioritize tasks to keep the project on track.

Careful Disassembly

Begin by carefully disassembling the car. Label and organize all parts, bolts, and screws. Taking photos during this process can be incredibly helpful when it comes time to reassemble the vehicle.

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