Periwinkle

Feature	Service report
O/S Sill and chassis	Corroding
N/S brake caliper	Permanently applied
O/S/R shock absorber	Corroding
RH indicator	Not working
Reverse light	Not working
Engine	Leaking oil
Side lights	Dim
N/S/F door	Not fitted correctly
O/S/R bearing	Worn
Heater	Disconnected
Clutch cable	Wearing on bulkhead
Brake pipes	Corroding
Choke	Needs attention

Periwinkle was the name given to my Strada by Dave in 1997. It's been called lots of other less pleasant names, usually when it didn't start. It cost me £450. Parker's Older Car Price Guide 2001 gave a tempting trade price of £110. This year's edition doesn't even mention the Strada.

Periwinkle was original, except a recon gearbox, a new passenger side door and a new rear hatch. No alarm but a visual theft deterrent in the form of a can of Damp Start and a small spanner placed conspicuously in the drinks holder.

I compiled a list of worrisome features before we set out on our journey. Thanks to AutoPlus, Nottingham for pointing them out, and for the advice about not going anywhere in it.

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