Thank you so much Baz. Another read which I enjoyed.
You have had some quality cars, all of which I can identify with.
In my VW days (1200 Beetle, 2 Type3 Fastback 1600E) in the late 60`s and early 70`s, I toyed with the idea of buying a VW inspired Porsche. It was a 914, which morphed into the 924 and latterly the 944, the love of your life.
In the early 90`s I had my first Mercedes-a W202 Diesel and its colour was Bornite, not unlike what seems to be the colour of your Saab Convertible. Bornite remains my favourite colour notwithstanding that it is no longer available.
My last Mercedes-an E Class Estate (W210/211) provided if I`m not very much mistaken the Engine, Gearbox and transmission of the Chrysler 300c- the second car in your pictures.
I bought my first and only Lexus-a GS- in 2013,following a serious illness .I was enthralled by what I was reading about the marque and set out my stall to have one. It is without doubt the most complete and certainly the most reliable vehicle I have ever owned. It does not shout at one like other cars do. It is a reticent character which says, "I am here,tell me where we are going and I will take you there-and bring you home."
Many years ago I remember the original Honest John (Peter Lorimer) writing of the Lexus IS 6 cylinder car (yours, I think) "this is the most reliable car on the Planet !"
You have chosen wisely and I`m certain that you will enjoy each other`s company for many years.
Baz, I look forward to reading your future Postings.Thank you for joining our LOC.