1800 series Q's

'm thinking of buying an 1800....preferably and ES, but coupes are OK
too.

I can't find one locally to even test drive and see how I fit, and
wondering how a 6 footer fits? I'd appreciate feedback on this!
Ron/Champ 6

1963 8E5 Champ (Champ 6)
1962 Lark Daytona Convertible (Boomerang)
1992 VW Passat (Taxi)
1995 VW Passat (Vanilla..yuk)

 

Ron,

I am 6'2" and 270 pounds. My ES fits fine, thank you. The seat rails have
several adjustments.

For more help I suggest you find the 1800 list on Yahoo. It is very active
and listees, such as myself, are always willing to check out cars for sale
if they are in our area. Also, you can check out the world's lamest sports
car website at www.geocities.com/covetsanes

Since you have several 'vintage' cars there is no need for the sermon on
buying an old car. The one item that is not a problem on most cars but is
endemic on 1800s is the hood hinges rust and no longer function properly.
The hood still opens because the hood metal flexes. The hinges can be freed
with some patience and plenty of pb blaster.

good luck
chuck petterson
73ES

 

Hi. had two of them. 66 1800s and 73 1800e
preferred the -s slightly. I am 6'2 1/2" and the driving position was one of
the most perfect of any car I have driven. Seat low to the floor of the car,
legs out in front of you. Steering wheel nearly vertical. In the 1800s, the
gearshift was this little shaft about 6" long that was as smooth as butter.
You didn't get it the car you kind of put it on!. If you want a beautiful
car to drive that you can't fit in, try an Alfa Spyder and you will
understand what I am talking about.
Take Care of my baby!

-Michael Hobbs
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Great!

I understand that the 1800's are as prone to rust as any Studebaker,
so I'll be watching that carefully...particularly the frame rails,
jacking points, and back of the front fender wells. Even though I am
well versed at proper structural rust repair , I hate the job and
would rather spend more $$ for a good solid car.

I'll check out the 1800 list too!

Thanks!

Ron/Champ 6

1963 8E5 Champ (Champ 6)
1962 Lark Daytona Convertible (Boomerang)
1992 VW Passat (Taxi)
1995 VW Passat (Vanilla..yuk)

 

Thanks!

Ron/Champ 6

1963 8E5 Champ (Champ 6)
1962 Lark Daytona Convertible (Boomerang)
1992 VW Passat (Taxi)
1995 VW Passat (Vanilla..yuk)

 

From what I recall, there is plenty of legroom with the seat back, and
edequate
headroom for someone 6' even. Taller than that and there might be
problems.
IIRC, the seat height can be lowered a little bit. Not sure, though -
it's been
many years since I sat in one. If no one else replies, email me and I'll
go sit
in one of my dad's coupes; I'm 5'9", so I'll have to guess, though.

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http://www.albany.net/~mjc1/index.html

 

On the off chance you`re near Montreal:
I saw a classified for a "complete" 1968 P1800 "project car" this week (I
imagine project car means: not currently running or requires enough work for
this guy to give up on it!). The car is listed at $1000 Cdn (750$ US) &
could at the very least be a good parts source . I have not seen the car &
do not personally know the seller. I can give you the contact info if
anyone is interested.

Greg

 

No, I'm SE US...right now I don't need a project, but a 20 foot driver
would be fine.

Thanks anyway!

Ron/Champ 6

1963 8E5 Champ (Champ 6)
1962 Lark Daytona Convertible (Boomerang)
1992 VW Passat (Taxi)
1995 VW Passat (Vanilla..yuk)