Hi all I live in Hampshire In the UK
I'm new to the van scene But have owned A few American vehicles over the years the list consists of in order of owning/buying
1) Was a 1993 Chevrolet Camaro 3.6 v6 47000 miles brought for the wife to replace her Porsche (sold on to another family member now)
2) 2006 Harley Davidson street rod 6000 miles ( had to sell it to pay the thieving council tax Ffs)
3) 1990 Winnebago Le'Sharo 60000 miles Brought as I don't like towing caravans (still own but not used for over a year )
4) 1997 black T top Camaro as the wife wanted it and it only had 26000 miles on it so was a good deal
5) 1995 Cadillac Eldorado 4.6 v8 50000 miles (mine but is currently up for sale)
6) 1995 Chevrolet Astro 59000 miles (brought it to replace the caddy as I wanted something cheaper to run)
And my stepson owns a 1990 Oldsmobile toronado trofeo 3.8v6 70000miles ( I think?)
I am a member of many forums and try to attend a few shows in the UK as money permits, And since owning American cars (over 5 years now) I/We have made a lot of friends and meet up just for chill outs through out the year.
I am 41 years old and work mainly in construction which I have been doing since I left school ( Family business/Dad)
I have 4 children,2 dogs,3 cats 5 fish tanks ranging from tropical to cold water type fish
will post pictures up once I get a chance of all the cars and vans we have till then I shall have a good look around the forum and investigate so I know whats where and all
Thanks
Andy
Hello
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Minniewinnie
Topic author - I am merely driving my van
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WoodButcher
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I sleep in my van
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Re: Hello
Welcome!
'93 Safari shorty, 350 swap
'05 Astro AWD, lifted, 6 liter, cammed, ported and programmed for fast.
'93 cargo, work in progress
'05 Astro AWD, lifted, 6 liter, cammed, ported and programmed for fast.
'93 cargo, work in progress
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doyoulikeithere
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Wow, thats an awesome list even for someone living in North America.!!
Welcome to the site...
I would love to see some pix of your Harley Oh and of course, the Stro.
I had a 95 Stro AWD, but it's been used up as parts to build a 4wd van.
What European cars have you had? I liked the Capri Perana very much, although I guess thats technically south african.
Welcome to the site...
I would love to see some pix of your Harley Oh and of course, the Stro.
I had a 95 Stro AWD, but it's been used up as parts to build a 4wd van.
What European cars have you had? I liked the Capri Perana very much, although I guess thats technically south african.
2021 Yamaha Tenere 700 - Blue.
2016 Yamaha XSR900 - Silver.
1990 Astro - AWD - Brown.
1987 Astro - With 5 Speed & 4wd - Silver & Blue.
2016 Yamaha XSR900 - Silver.
1990 Astro - AWD - Brown.
1987 Astro - With 5 Speed & 4wd - Silver & Blue.
Re: Hello
Welcome to ASV.Hope you enjoy your stay here.Your intro really does show your experience in being on forums.Very cool.
1979 Malibu drag race only car
1999 Sonoma 4.3 5 speed-Rufus
1989 Astro-Ole Yellar cancelled-still selling off parts
1985 Astro-shop van R.I.P. my friend
1994 Astro LT RWD W4.3 rod knock RIP
1982 Winnebago single rear wheel-Chevy 350 Scraped 1/28/13-broken dreams......
Rochester,NY
1999 Sonoma 4.3 5 speed-Rufus
1989 Astro-Ole Yellar cancelled-still selling off parts
1985 Astro-shop van R.I.P. my friend
1994 Astro LT RWD W4.3 rod knock RIP
1982 Winnebago single rear wheel-Chevy 350 Scraped 1/28/13-broken dreams......
Rochester,NY
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mdmead
- I plan to be buried in my van
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Welcome! 
Matt
Selah, WA
-96 GMC Safari AWD Hi-Top Conversion -->Stalled 5.3L swap & 5" lift
-74 Ford Bronco -->Far from perfect but mine!
-99 V-10 Ford Super Duty Super Cab 4x4 -->Stock with 285 Cooper ATs
-00 Ford Focus Wagon -->The Red Turd
-95 Ford 24' Class C Motorhome -->My big block sleeper
-07 Can-Am Outlander XT -->My yellow 4x4 quad for work & play
-04 Ski Doo REV Summit -->Still several chassis behind!
No new projects until the current ones are done!
Selah, WA
-96 GMC Safari AWD Hi-Top Conversion -->Stalled 5.3L swap & 5" lift
-74 Ford Bronco -->Far from perfect but mine!
-99 V-10 Ford Super Duty Super Cab 4x4 -->Stock with 285 Cooper ATs
-00 Ford Focus Wagon -->The Red Turd
-95 Ford 24' Class C Motorhome -->My big block sleeper
-07 Can-Am Outlander XT -->My yellow 4x4 quad for work & play
-04 Ski Doo REV Summit -->Still several chassis behind!
No new projects until the current ones are done!
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Minniewinnie
Topic author - I am merely driving my van
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Re: Hello
Thanks for the welcomes, still finding my way around and would like to take this opportunity to say its a nice easy forum to navigatedoyoulikeithere wrote:Wow, thats an awesome list even for someone living in North America.!!
Welcome to the site...
I would love to see some pix of your Harley Oh and of course, the Stro.
I had a 95 Stro AWD, but it's been used up as parts to build a 4wd van.
What European cars have you had? I liked the Capri Perana very much, although I guess thats technically south african.
As requested Here are some pictures of my astro And a couple of my Harley will post pictures of all our cars in the relevant section once I have more time till then enjoy
Just click image to enlarge
And finally my Old Harley( I will get another one soon )
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Golly, the interior of the van is SWEET! I bet it's very comfortable to ride in. I've found while I like driving my van, I REALLY like being the passenger just as much. LOL My seats aren't that deluxe, either....looks like recliners! 