Pics: Imports gathering dust in India

DocG · 22nd October 2008, 00:10

Hmm I do agree with you on the fact that there are definately more vintage mercs around than BMWs. No doubt.

My car aside, I guess people I know have been quite lucky. A close family friend in Australia is an avid car collector, with over 60 to his name, vintage and modern. He claims that his 86 and 93, 5 Series and his 84 7 series are amongst the most reliable in his garage. Of course, he also has a few BMWs which give him nightmares, parts are harder to source than for a Mercedes. [Jags are the worst]

I guess it's a case to case basis...I'd hate to generalise.

cheers:

You gotta love old BMWs, so much charm, class and charisma...

canonball · 22nd October 2008, 10:16

Sure Doc...they are really built to be driven....hard. The new ones are not that great to be a passenger in as the older ones. Those were sporty yet the ride was good for any surface (3's,5's & 7's). Models designed in the periods 1979 through 1988 were great cars....I still love mercs, being in India as a kid meant that you are brainwashed to love mercs...cheers...for me nothing beats looking at the three pointed star on the hood whilst driving...new mercs don't look as great as the old ones.

Note from the Team-BHP Support : Please take the time to use proper punctuation as per Team-BHP rules. Avoid...typing...like...this. Thanks.

netchef · 24th October 2008, 16:05

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Originally Posted by AMATMO

wasent the boot sufficeint?..a carrier!!

the car hasnt started rusting yet has it?
i hope it reaches right hands before that

mercs of this period happen to be my favorite

the latest mercs (i mean the E class) dont have this appeal, the new s and c class are much better then the mercs of period 1996-2005

AMATMO: yes, Sir. They were far more stately.

amit V8 · 25th October 2008, 01:13

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Originally Posted by crazybiker46

Can anyone identify this Nissan?? Don't know whether it is still used everytime i see this car it is parked at same location.

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its a Datsun 260 C (330 Series)

spawnofsatan · 25th October 2008, 02:45

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Originally Posted by amit V8

its a Datsun 260 C (330 Series)

Looks to be in decent condition, is it running or just been sitting around?

suren181 · 11th November 2008, 16:32

A few pics of a Toyota rotting away in my city. Could someone identify the model of this estate version Toyota?

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agspins · 11th November 2008, 17:15

It looks like a 1983 Toyota corolla Stationwagon.....

crazybiker46 · 16th November 2008, 20:20

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Originally Posted by spawnofsatan

Looks to be in decent condition, is it running or just been sitting around?

Usually it is seen at same place,but last week i saw it on road in city.

Spotted this Accord resting near NH47 byepass

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CaliforniaKnight · 17th November 2008, 00:21

This accord can brought to life pretty quickly.Tons of spares available here.

arjunkr · 28th November 2008, 14:55

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Originally Posted by Shreeram

No i didn't snap the gemini. I was not able to talk to the owner he was not there. maybe i will visit the place again & talk to the owner. Let's see if he is willing to sell them at a bargain able price.

Shreeram were you able to talk to owner..?I am interested for that VW Station Wagon

metropolis · 28th November 2008, 16:21

Great pics. Rust in Dust hard to trust with thrust.

hanmust · 28th November 2008, 16:54

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Originally Posted by crazybiker46

Usually it is seen at same place,but last week i saw it on road in city.

Spotted this Accord resting near NH47 byepass

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Oh this car was stared in some of the famous Malayalam Movies. Can't believe its present condition.

JayD · 28th November 2008, 17:09

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Originally Posted by hanmust

Oh this car was stared in some of the famous Malayalam Movies. Can't believe its present condition.

Even i had a feeling it was the same car, are u sure its the same one? Sad it ended up like this!

Tejas@perioimpl · 11th December 2008, 01:40

Though not in India, i really felt bad when i saw these lambo pics.
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Chassis Number 1121340 is this US market White car with Tan Leather interior, currently believed to be residing in Burleston, TX, USA .

Other Information: for sale; no engine, gearbox, rear engine cover or boot lid

Information on this car was sourced from Ebay.

The data on this specific vehicle was last updated 10-Sep-2002.

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Jayabusa · 11th December 2008, 16:43

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Originally Posted by Tejas@perioimpl

Though not in India, i really felt bad when i saw these lambo pics.
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Source:Detail on a Specific Lamborghini

Hey, is this the real deal or is it a kit car like the red one in Mumbai?
Nice find though.

22nd October 2008, 00:10	#376
DocG BHPian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Mumbai - Singapore - Cali - Sydney - S.Korea Posts: 870 Thanked: 11 Times View My Garage	Hmm I do agree with you on the fact that there are definately more vintage mercs around than BMWs. No doubt. My car aside, I guess people I know have been quite lucky. A close family friend in Australia is an avid car collector, with over 60 to his name, vintage and modern. He claims that his 86 and 93, 5 Series and his 84 7 series are amongst the most reliable in his garage. Of course, he also has a few BMWs which give him nightmares, parts are harder to source than for a Mercedes. [Jags are the worst] I guess it's a case to case basis...I'd hate to generalise. cheers: You gotta love old BMWs, so much charm, class and charisma...
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22nd October 2008, 10:16	#377
canonball Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 1,466 Thanked: 205 Times View My Garage	Sure Doc...they are really built to be driven....hard. The new ones are not that great to be a passenger in as the older ones. Those were sporty yet the ride was good for any surface (3's,5's & 7's). Models designed in the periods 1979 through 1988 were great cars....I still love mercs, being in India as a kid meant that you are brainwashed to love mercs...cheers...for me nothing beats looking at the three pointed star on the hood whilst driving...new mercs don't look as great as the old ones. Note from the Team-BHP Support : Please take the time to use proper punctuation as per Team-BHP rules. Avoid...typing...like...this. Thanks. Last edited by Rehaan : 22nd October 2008 at 17:01. Reason: Please see note in post.
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11th November 2008, 16:32	#381
suren181 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 850 Thanked: 11 Times View My Garage	A few pics of a Toyota rotting away in my city. Could someone identify the model of this estate version Toyota?
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11th November 2008, 17:15	#382
agspins Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: MH-31 Posts: 1,653 Thanked: 508 Times View My Garage	It looks like a 1983 Toyota corolla Stationwagon.....
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17th November 2008, 00:21	#384
CaliforniaKnight BHPian Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: IND + DXB Posts: 980 Thanked: 141 Times View My Garage	This accord can brought to life pretty quickly.Tons of spares available here.
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28th November 2008, 16:21	#386
metropolis BHPian Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 263 Thanked: 52 Times	Great pics. Rust in Dust hard to trust with thrust.
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