On a couple of days I've been chauffeured between speaking engagements in Lucien's car. it's a 1972 Dacia (effectively a Renault 12 built in Romania). Unsubstantiated rumour is that the first owner was the (communist) Romanian ambassador to Iraq. Built two years before I was eligible for a driving licence.
Lucien is proud and fond of his ancient vehicle, a gift to him, which has gone through many repairs over its life. The passenger seat wobbles a little, there is a gap between the boot lid and the body, but in my opinion the highlight is the alloy door handles which have been added at some point prior to Lucien assuming ownership. They are drilled with holes as if the weight saving will contribute to a marginal performance increase! He's also got a good sense of humour about his ancient vehicle.
The vehicle does what he asks of it - it gets him and his small family – and visitors – around.
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