Robin (UK) Posted June 28, 2018 Report Posted June 28, 2018 I'm thrilled that my 18 year-old son has chosen to embrace the old car hobby. He's just bought his first car... a 1967 Triumph Herald 12/50. It's got an 1147cc (70 Cu In) 4-cylinder motor, front disc brakes and an incredible 25ft turning circle. And it's almost exactly the same size as a VW Beetle, so it's a perfect little car for running around the streets of London. We just grabbed this picture in the sunshine... 7 1 Quote
Kevinb71 Posted June 28, 2018 Report Posted June 28, 2018 It's great to see interest by any youth these days in something other than video games. Keep up the encouragement! 2 Quote
BobT-47P15 Posted June 28, 2018 Report Posted June 28, 2018 Nice looking car for Henry. Glad he is interested in things automotive. Cool that the colors match so closely. Now.....enjoy and have some fun. 1 Quote
greg g Posted June 28, 2018 Report Posted June 28, 2018 Is he mechanically inclined? One of the rules of old car ownership is "Sooner or later, you are going to need to mechanic on it!". Usually at night, in the rain, in a sketchy part of town. Quote
Robin (UK) Posted June 28, 2018 Author Report Posted June 28, 2018 7 minutes ago, greg g said: Is he mechanically inclined? One of the rules of old car ownership is "Sooner or later, you are going to need to mechanic on it!". Usually at night, in the rain, in a sketchy part of town. Henry will become more mechanically inclined now he owns this! He's happy to get stuck into technical stuff, and welcomes the challenge. Quote
plymouthcranbrook Posted June 29, 2018 Report Posted June 29, 2018 I agree with Robin. I owned a couple of Triumph sport cars in the 70's and it will teach him how to repair cars. But he will have a great time driving what is probably the only one for quite a distance around him. Attract a lot a of attention as well Quote
Brent B3B Posted July 2, 2018 Report Posted July 2, 2018 On 6/28/2018 at 5:42 AM, Robin (UK) said: I'm thrilled that my 18 year-old son has chosen to embrace the old car hobby. He's just bought his first car... a 1967 Triumph Herald 12/50. It's got an 1147cc (70 Cu In) 4-cylinder motor, front disc brakes and an incredible 25ft turning circle. And it's almost exactly the same size as a VW Beetle, so it's a perfect little car for running around the streets of London. We just grabbed this picture in the sunshine... Very cool Robin I like the color scheme but, I call BS! No way you have an 18yr old son! AND the sun was shining? ? Quote
Robin (UK) Posted July 12, 2018 Author Report Posted July 12, 2018 On 7/2/2018 at 1:38 AM, Brent B3B said: Very cool Robin I like the color scheme but, I call BS! No way you have an 18yr old son! AND the sun was shining? ? It was a rare visit from the sun! And it's true... my son is 18. How does that happen?!!! 2 Quote
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