Well folks I think we made the best of the time there - although I did get some funny looks in my Avensis Estate! It’s raining now in East Yorkshire - and whilst the Air Museum offers a great distraction today was all about cars. Saw some fantastic models obvoiusly treated like babies, and spoilt with hours of loving TLC. Although it’s a “common” car there are so many ways of making one your own!
It was nice to see so many examples of new and old - it helped make my/our mind up. Tempted by the “W” reg Burgundy ICON model on sale in the parking…but I think it’s a 2.0litre or nothing.
Did anyone use the B1228? It’s a cracking drive!
So after a lot of chewing it over - it has to be the Mk.3 (or the facelift) 2.0litre Sport. The lads from Nidd Vale were very helpful, and raved about the paddle shift model driven across today! However I personally cannot see the fun in a paddle shift in such a thoroghbred sports car. Is it me or is it just a gimmic? Well I may not be a traditionalist - but the Mk.3 certainly is a hit with me.
You lot seem a friendly enough bunch - just hope next time we attend an event we actually own one of our own.
Seemed to be a great spot for a Rally - good choice.
Happy motoring everyone - until next time!