Hi Ted,
I believe you were the home of the Cup races several years back in
Perth. This puts you high on the map in my book.
Personally, I like the looks and appeal of a Bug-I. They are harder and
more expensive to find but well worth it from the responses of the
general public while driving. Are they a good daily driver? Well that
depends on how they are maintained.
There are some good features on the square body Spridgets though. Like
roll up windows, better ride, door locks, cheaper body parts. A lady
might like them better, becuase the tops are easier to install, they
don't leak as much air inside when it's cold. It is a much more modern
car, and more comfortable then the Bug-I's.
List don't flame me I've had both and like both models for different
reasons. Just my 2 cts worth.
Rick
Neesham, Ted wrote:
>
> I am some what torn between two opposed ideas.
>
> I live in Perth, Western Australia. It would be no surprise for you good
> people to not know where it is! The Sprite market here is very small.
>
> My wife recently got a new job - lots of responsibility, where's the
> money!!! She starts work before public transport even thinks about their
> first service of the day.
>
> My wife decided we need another car. I thought great!
>
> She suggested a Sprite. I said sure (rubbing my hands in anticipation)!
>
> I told my wife that a vehicle such as a Sprite MUST be kept in a garage and
> we seem to have some level of agreement (previously I was not able to gain
> consensus on said garage due to an alleged history of acquisition without
> disposal)!
>
> Present Project:
> Build a 6 x 8 meter double car brick garage.
> Status: Drawing up plans and costing construction.
>
> Problem 1:
> I prefer the appearance of the Mark I Sprite - just my preference. My wife
> wants a daily driver. I know my son (8 years old) dose not care what we
> drive but, prefers to look good (Image conscious at 8???) I get the feeling
> that I am more likely to pick up a daily driver if I look to the later
> models or the Midget.
>
> Problem 2:
> My wife wants a daily driver. When she heard I was planning on a RSJ in the
> garage to facilitate the removal of large heavy objects - well you can
> guess. The plan has not changed - yet! I would like to get a Mark I and play
> a lot:
> Install 1275cc
> Install 5 speed box (possibly celica as can't identify Datsun 210 at
> this stage)
> Disc conversion
>
> Follow playing by much driving and repeat the process.
>
> Help!!
> Comments!!
> Thoughts!!
>
> PS:
>
> Ulix - loved the web page!
> The temp here in Perth was 36 C, but a pleasant sea breeze has come in - I
> really want to go far a drive but it's not the same in a suzuki!
>
> Ted
>
> WannaB Owner.
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