Phil Robson
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Just a photo that I thought others may like. I'll have to get a shot one of my P6s next time 
Making a splash!
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sdibbers
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Absolutely! But it looks like the Alfa was a fun substitute for the Rover?I'll have to get a shot one of my P6s next time
Phil Robson
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It was indeed
They really are a 'different' car as people say. Not that I've driven hundreds of cars but the Alfa is more 'tactile' than most I have driven. That also can make it hard work, but it is rewarding.
My problem is that I don't know what a well-sorted GTV is like & so can't pin point where mine is on the scale. It certainly needs tidying up, but is still great to drive. My 2000 P6 is also great to drive, but in a different (perhaps 'less-connected') way.
Here's OCC at the same location 2 years ago going the other way (I did post this one at the time). The water wasn't as deep!
sdibbers
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I have a running joke with my Italian mechanic mate. He makes fun of Lucas, I point out our cars stay in one piece when exposed to water.Top picture is great, I note we don't see you coming out the other side of the ford, is that because all that was left was you, a seat, and a steering wheel
sdibbers
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I had the opposite problem with the P6. I didn't have a good one to compare to. With the mods, it feels like a heavier version of a GTV6 with the dedion back end. It feels heavier down to no power steering I think. But is more communicative as to grip and attitude to the road than the GTV6. In standard form, it certainly felt less so. Biggest single help on communication for me (other than the mods) was switching to the Pirelli CN36 tyres.
Phil Robson
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Top picture is great, I note we don't see you coming out the other side of the ford, is that because all that was left was you, a seat, and a steering wheel
Phil Robson
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Thank you. ‘She’s’ also a pleasure to drive & is definitely for keeps
Phil Robson
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This was a short trip in North Yorkshire with our son, Tom in his latest car - Ford Focus RS.
Very, very different cars, but I think the Alfa is the more 'involving'
By the way, the odd picture can be deceiving; this was what most of the weather was like!
Very, very different cars, but I think the Alfa is the more 'involving'
By the way, the odd picture can be deceiving; this was what most of the weather was like!