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Re: [TR] Triumphs Digest, Vol 1, Issue 360

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Subject: Re: [TR] Triumphs Digest, Vol 1, Issue 360
From: Brian.L.Jones@gsk.com
Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2007 08:44:22 -0500
Joe Burlein wrote

> What the heck is a Lada?

A Russian 4x4 called a Niva or a Cossack. Uncomfortable, noisy and less 
than impressive. Enjoy the 
sight of one here
http://storm.tocmp.com/lada/niva/Lada%20Niva%201er.jpg

Jonmac 

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Not all were 4x4, IIRC. These outmoded cars, some from Fiat-based designs, 
were the subject of more jokes than all, bar Skodas. They had their fans 
though, and price was their best feature.

Brian
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