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Author:  Jono [ March 13th, 2011, 9:35 pm ]
Post subject:  My new Acadiane
I just picked this up today. I've bought it because I'm going to work in France (again) from April up until the World Meeting, and a van's so much better than a car for carting all my crap (and my bike) about in for 3 or 4 months. I'll probably have to sell it when I get back, but I'll enjoy it while I can!

It was originally beige, and was first registered in Britain in 2004. It's actually a 1981/82 van. Overall it's really sound, although it is a bit tatty. It drove the 120 miles back home today beautifully, and once I've given it a service it should be more than ready for France.

I think I'll leave the crazy roof rack on, but I'm going to paint the cab roof white.

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Author:  Tom Duckpower [ March 13th, 2011, 9:41 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: My nw Acadiane
Nice one!
Bodywork looks pretty solid, bodypanels could be beter, but have seen worse..

Imported from France I assume?
Author:  Jono [ March 13th, 2011, 9:47 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: My new Acadiane
Yes, it looks like it did come from France (the "F" sticker on the back of course, plus there's a "next service due" label under the bonnet which is all in French).
Author:  Russell [ March 13th, 2011, 11:45 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: My new Acadiane
Looks nice Jono. I'm not really a Dyane fan, but I quite like Acads. they look more finished than a 2cv van...
Author:  Jono [ March 13th, 2011, 11:53 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: My new Acadiane
Russell wrote:
Looks nice Jono. I'm not really a Dyane fan, but I quite like Acads. they look more finished than a 2cv van...


They go a lot better, too. I still love 2cv vans (I've never owned one, though I've always wanted one), but Acads are more useable.
Author:  Old-Nail [ March 14th, 2011, 12:01 am ]
Post subject:  Re: My new Acadiane
I like that. Nice buy.
Author:  samfieldhouse [ March 14th, 2011, 12:56 am ]
Post subject:  Re: My new Acadiane
Jono wrote:
Russell wrote:
Looks nice Jono. I'm not really a Dyane fan, but I quite like Acads. they look more finished than a 2cv van...


They go a lot better, too. I still love 2cv vans (I've never owned one, though I've always wanted one), but Acads are more useable.


You could always put some 2cv wings on, a bonnet, narrow headlamp bar, etc...

8-)
Author:  602 [ March 14th, 2011, 1:08 am ]
Post subject:  Re: My new Acadiane
Jono, the roof rack will eat your fuel consumption and I so want it. Mine goes for its CT this week. If it passes its going to get some love and attention and a new roof rack would make it just perfect. I am rattling euros while I am writing.
Author:  rebel2cv [ March 14th, 2011, 1:13 am ]
Post subject:  Re: My new Acadiane
Nice buy! I like acads, nearly bought a mixte for 1500 quid til I asked for pics of the rear seating bit, then they mistakenly/luckily added a pic of the box section (fuel tank and inner wing bit) that was rotten nearly the whole length! I think 2cv vans look better in short wheelbase form, and acads should have been the only long alternative
Author:  james2cv [ March 14th, 2011, 1:20 am ]
Post subject:  Re: My new Acadiane
Nice van! Planning on tidying it up before your trip or leaving it looking shabby chic? 8-)
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