Well, I drive a VW Golf for my daily driver, but it is a diesel so that
makes it slightly different. Probably the best car that I have owned
thus far. If the new beetle convertibles come in a 5-speed diesel, the
50mpg might make the decision easier. The low RPM torque is really
nice.
I love the Mini but it is just too small for my needs.
Cheers,
Chris
BJ8
----- Original Message -----
From: Rizzo Steven D LtCol AETC/A5RU <Steven.Rizzo@RANDOLPH.AF.MIL>
Date: Friday, May 5, 2006 11:23 am
Subject: Request: How do I handle this problem?
To: "'healeys@autox.team.net'" <healeys@autox.team.net>
> Hello, Listers,
>
> I have a somewhat unique situation that I need help with. I know
> you are
> all experienced in virtually everything there is about Healeys,
> but also
> about Healeys and relationships with the spouse. So, I request
> advice on
> how to handle this - and also, is it just me or is this not really
> an issue
> at all? I hope you don't think it is OT.
>
> Situation: I have a nice '65 BJ8. Also, sold the Detroit iron
> daily ride
> last fall and indulged myself by purchasing a Limited Edition
> Mazda MX-5
> (the new Miata). It is 'velocity red mica' and has all the
> performancegoodies. I love driving it when driving the Healey is
> not feasible - for
> example, the daily commute. Wife has a nice three year old small
> SUV (that
> she had to have at the time....). Now, last weekend she decided
> she really
> wants a new yellow Volkswagen Beetle convertible. Ordinarily,
> this would
> not be a problem in and of itself as I pretty much give her what
> she wants;
> but in our case she almost always wants me to drive when we go
> togethersomewhere and also almost always insists we take her
> vehicle. The problem
> is that I just cannot 'see' myself driving a Volkswagen Beetle.
> Nevercared for them in the past and really don't want to have
> anything to do with
> one. Not only would I have to drive the darn thing, I would be
> expected to
> keep it washed, waxed, and in good repair. Am I unusual in that I
> cannotstand the thought of having to drive in public in one of
> those things???
> How can an Austin Healey guy drive a VW? What to do???
>
> Stever
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