poor mans garage

[Dave80GTSi]

I only have space for three (3) hobby cars in my garage.

Since this picture was taken:

1) Sold the X1/9 (I bought this car new in 1978) and replaced it with the Boxster S.

2) Sold the Abarth and replaced it with an Alfa Romeo Giulia Ti AWD (which is a wonderful daily driver, by the way)

And prior to this picture being taken:

3) Sold my 1979 Fiat Spider and bought the 308.

So, currently I've got the 308, the Boxster, and the Alfa.

DM

[paulofto]

I had a 1978 X1/9 from 80 to 85 when I lived in Edmonton. Drove it year round for those years. I had it serviced when still in warranty at Devonian Motors, the Ferrari/Fiat dealer just off the downtown, not sure if they still exist. Anyway I found it comforting that the electrical switchgear in my $7,000 CDN X1/9 was the same as that in the $70,000 CDN 308 (both 1978 prices). Not sure if it cheapened the 308 or upped the value X 1/9. The electricals were the achilles heal of the little FIAT. That and rust. But what a joy to drive!

[Cunningr]

Originally Posted by Dave80GTSi

I only have space for three (3) hobby cars in my garage.

Since this picture was taken:

1) Sold the X1/9 (I bought this car new in 1978) and replaced it with the Boxster S.

2) Sold the Abarth and replaced it with an Alfa Romeo Giulia Ti AWD (which is a wonderful daily driver, by the way)

And prior to this picture being taken:

3) Sold my 1979 Fiat Spider and bought the 308.

So, currently I've got the 308, the Boxster, and the Alfa.

DM

Nice looking 308, I have a friend with one here. I drove it once, couldnt really fit in it well enough. Still nice lines though.

[A 986 S]

I bought my first X1//9 fresh out of college all the way back in '78 and always had at least one until after I bought my Boxster in '16. With their razor sharp handling and rev happy (if weak) engines they were always a joy to drive. I've found my Boxster also has these positive qualities as well as a more comfortable ride, air conditioning, cruse control, and about triple the power!

Oh, the bike in the photo is an Bianchi - does that count as a poor man's Italian vehicle??

cheers - dj

[Gilles]

More X's

This picture was taken in front of my office about 15 years ago