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Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 27-01-10, 11:05 AM

Replies: 16 Bristol Parts Supply Views: 9,797 Posted By jimfoz Rear lights? 'Nuff said then. I knew someone who... Rear lights? 'Nuff said then. I knew someone who had a Montecarlo from new. It started rusting as soon as it left the showroom....

Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 27-01-10, 09:48 AM

Replies: 16 Bristol Parts Supply Views: 9,797 Posted By jimfoz Okay, even if Bristol cars are going to be very... Okay, even if Bristol cars are going to be very possessive of their 412 light inventory, I can't understand why these lights are so hard to find. Surely there are still quite a number of Opel Rekords...

Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 18-01-10, 02:17 PM

Replies: 34 Toby Silverton interview in Octane Views: 22,505 Posted By jimfoz Isn't it the perceived idea that because it has... Isn't it the perceived idea that because it has an aircraft connection then it is going to be built to aircraft standards (not break down/fall apart as much). Also the design will follow aircraft...

Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 03-11-09, 07:00 AM

Replies: 69 Bristol: The Inside Story Views: 33,913 Posted By jimfoz I am sure there will be critique, especially with... I am sure there will be critique, especially with the bespoke nature of the cars. However, at least the author is alive this time to offer a response!

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 30-10-09, 09:36 AM

Replies: 10 Tow bar and capacity Views: 5,350 Posted By jimfoz I think I remember seeing the car (looking... I think I remember seeing the car (looking slightly out of place) on the front cover of a 1970's Road & Track magazine amongst Daytona's and Countach's as part of a celebration of the Cannonball. I...

Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 29-10-09, 12:41 PM

Replies: 69 Bristol: The Inside Story Views: 33,913 Posted By jimfoz I have just received my copy of this book from... I have just received my copy of this book from Amazon just now! Cant wait to start reading it..... I have only just flicked through and first impressions are that it is a very substantial, heavy,...

Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 16-10-09, 08:27 AM

Replies: 2 Bristol Cars in CAR Magazine Views: 3,303 Posted By jimfoz Haven't got a copy yet but click on the web link... Haven't got a copy yet but click on the web link here and you will see a preview... New Performance Car of the Year 2009 issue of CAR Car Magazine...

Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 15-10-09, 11:38 AM

Replies: 2 Bristol Cars in CAR Magazine Views: 3,303 Posted By jimfoz Bristol Cars in CAR Magazine Not sure if it has been mentioned, but just seen the new edition of Car Mag in the shops. Seems to have a very interesting looking 6 page article and pics on the Service Dept in Chiswick. One quote,...

Forum: Other topics of interest 05-10-09, 04:23 PM

Replies: 107 LJK Setright Views: 84,693 Posted By jimfoz I thought it was dangerous and confusing to use... I thought it was dangerous and confusing to use the left foot at all driving an automatic, especially if you had the cruise control operating. My left foot is only ever used to operate the clutch on...

Forum: Other topics of interest 21-09-09, 08:42 AM

Replies: 107 LJK Setright Views: 84,693 Posted By jimfoz Citroen did have a form of 4WS on the ZX. It... Citroen did have a form of 4WS on the ZX. It wasn't a complex hydraulic system but a pretty clever nonetheless independent compliant system which allowed the wheels to pivot slightly when going round...

Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 03-09-09, 12:34 PM

Replies: 18 Pilgrimage to Filton Views: 7,776 Posted By jimfoz You may recall the robbery they had there a... You may recall the robbery they had there a couple of years ago when a lot of the heavy machinery was stolen. The local BBC news did a small report and a video was posted on the internet. It showed...

Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 23-07-09, 09:11 AM

Replies: 9 Bristol Cars featured on BBC2 Views: 3,536 Posted By jimfoz I knew someone would have the knowledge and... I knew someone would have the knowledge and expertise to bypass this unfair restriction.

Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 21-07-09, 01:27 PM

Replies: 9 Bristol Cars featured on BBC2 Views: 3,536 Posted By jimfoz Here is the link to BBC iPlayer - it is around 7... Here is the link to BBC iPlayer - it is around 7 or 8 minutes into the programme. I think Brian Marelli appears as well as a 'union' leader. I also spotted Lady White's 603 on the ramp which was...

Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 20-07-09, 08:11 PM

Replies: 9 Bristol Cars featured on BBC2 Views: 3,536 Posted By jimfoz Bristol Cars featured on BBC2 I have been watching a series called 'Supersizers Eat....' with Giles Coren and Sue Perkins - they were living life during the 1950's this week and the Bristol Cars showroom and Chiswick workshops...

Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 03-07-09, 09:08 AM

Replies: 69 Bristol: The Inside Story Views: 33,913 Posted By jimfoz Problem is there has already been a posh book... Problem is there has already been a posh book published on Bristol in the form of the £300-600 LJKS leather bound book with pretty pictures. This wasn't published that long ago. I can see the...

Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 29-06-09, 11:14 AM

Replies: 69 Bristol: The Inside Story Views: 33,913 Posted By jimfoz Firstly I agree with the others who have defended... Firstly I agree with the others who have defended the author in relation to the unfair comments. I for one look forward to receiving my copy and making my own judgement! Also, why, just because it...

Forum: Other Cars 18-06-09, 08:47 AM

Replies: 4 GM to sell Saab to Koenigsegg Views: 4,764 Posted By jimfoz This is what they were planning for the... This is what they were planning for the 9-5..... Next generation Saab 9-5 rendering 1 of 1 - MotorAuthority - Car galleries, pictures, images, pics, photos, shots...

Forum: Other Cars 17-06-09, 06:25 AM

Replies: 4 GM to sell Saab to Koenigsegg Views: 4,764 Posted By jimfoz Sounds a good plan. Saab needs a bit of... Sounds a good plan. Saab needs a bit of individualism injected into it again. They have been dressed up Vauxhalls for the last 15 years.

Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 26-04-09, 07:26 PM

Replies: 27 A "one-off" Blenheim 4, seen at the AGM Views: 22,739 Posted By jimfoz I think is a definite improvement with the... I think is a definite improvement with the smoothed flanks and redesigned front and rear which always looked a bit awkward and heavy, especially the rear with the old Vauxhall Senator lights. The...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 22-04-09, 08:53 AM

Replies: 28 Custom Soft Top Views: 25,871 Posted By jimfoz I would compromise and just get a full length... I would compromise and just get a full length webasto-type sunroof fitted instead. Far cheaper, you can probably get it electrically driven and you will still have the good looks of the 406. I...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 28-02-09, 10:54 AM

Replies: 27 *Moved - Alternative (green) Engines Views: 19,488 Posted By jimfoz I think fuel consumption is a factor and has been... I think fuel consumption is a factor and has been for years at Bristol. Why have they offered LPG as an alternative for the last 30 years? the LPG option has probably enabled the cars to be as...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 27-02-09, 12:45 PM

Replies: 27 *Moved - Alternative (green) Engines Views: 19,488 Posted By jimfoz The 3.6 V8 diesel would be the best bet. Can't... The 3.6 V8 diesel would be the best bet. Can't see Bristol owners having any less cylinders. Even in a great lump of a Range Rover, it can despatch 60 in 8.5 seconds. In a Bristol, more like 7secs or...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 01-01-09, 04:20 PM

Replies: 0 411 with 7.2litre engine Views: 4,543 Posted By jimfoz 411 with 7.2litre engine Found details of the 7.2 411 which was sold by Sothebys in July 1991. Not sure what it went for in the end. Apparently is is still in 'running order' according to the BOC member list and currently...

Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 19-12-08, 02:16 PM

Replies: 55 Brabazon Views: 35,122 Posted By jimfoz However I read somewhere that the next generation... However I read somewhere that the next generation of Bristols will use Mercedes drivetrains which may indicate all the electronics that go with said package including ABS etc. I discovered that...

Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 19-12-08, 12:40 PM

Replies: 4 Bristol minus Chrysler? Views: 3,638 Posted By jimfoz Where is Lee Iaccoca when you need him? Where is Lee Iaccoca when you need him?

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