Easily one of the best, most interesting and informative car videos I have ever seen. No gimmicks, "look at me" stuff or useless diversions. Well done. I have subscribed solely because of this masterly presentation. Looking forward to seeing more. Hope you review an R4L. Always my car of choice.
Thank you for a wonderful video. Had a bright yellow one of these from new in the early 80s - absolutely the most fun I've ever had driving. The kids loved it, because the rear seats are raised and a good view out for little people. I was a teacher and the kids at school called it 'The Flying Lemon'. Who needs speed when there's so much character on offer - and amazing economy!
I've owned my current 2CV since 2002. Bought with 70k miles on the clock it has now gone round twice and is sitting at 275k miles. Barrels and pistons were replaced at 250k, so next set will be due in 225k miles.
We're off to habe a look at one next weekend with my dad. He drove one in france in the 60s and has finally gotten round to actually buying one of his own. Very informative video and will be very useful while viewing! Thanks very much!
I drove a 2cv for 9 years , mechanics very tough. It was 12 years old when the chassis rotted through. But while it lasted , a brilliant and very clever car
I have owned my 2CV for 24 years. It was a rusted wreck that took me a whole Winter to repair, but once repaired it has not rusted any more because I rust-proofed it with a soothing balm of Waxoyle and I make sure that every part of it is reapplied. I don’t know why you let yours get to that state when a little attention can save all the expense of fixing it. The hood on mine is a canvas one from Matt’s Hoods. It is more than 24 years old and is as good as new. I find that the steering needs greasing every couple of hundred miles or so. Also the suspension is not that clever because the car leans so much on corners that the outside of the tyre tread gets scrubbed away. Apart from that it’s not too bad.
@michaelbarton7295 Can I ask how mine will be towards the future? It has been restored with lots of black seam sealer all along the inside of the body and apparently has galvanised panels fitted, rear quarters and front panels are new as well as sills and floors. I keep it clean and dry inside and keep the body waxed so water falls off, will it be ok??
The Winter Muff .... I remember hitting the M1 with that on in the 80s and the car overheated. Took it off waited 10 minutes and the car went on to do 80.000 miles of trouble free motoring.
I don't agree that the engines are as good as you make out, they suffer quite badly from cam shaft & lifter wear, even with regular servicing. I still daily drive a modified 2CV, with 720cc pistons and barrels, it is amazing how bad the engines can be and still run ok, and one may not notice as the performances decreases slowly over time, or if one is a newcomer to such cars.
If you wear the cams , you use a improper oil and rev to high rpm: with the right oil and correct use holds the cams without problem the same time as all the other engine parts…Standard endurance from a 602cc before overhauling is ~130000km
Very complete tour but can I ad 2 items? I prefer a (less handy) trunk lid that does not open the rear window so the roof fabric must not ply ,and crack, in our cold north. The wipers let a lot of water in that can damage the hard to weld parcel shelf
I own a 1973 2cv. The only 3 issues that I face is the lack of new parts available (and yes they are still made new), cheating parts dealers and lack of mechanics willing to do a service on the car.
@@ClassicsWorldUK Okay. But I was thinking more of the no safety features. Those skinny a-pillars would frighten the life out of me. Nice car though. I do love my classics. I'm just not brave enough to get one. Respect to you.
Easily one of the best, most interesting and informative car videos I have ever seen. No gimmicks, "look at me" stuff or useless diversions. Well done. I have subscribed solely because of this masterly presentation. Looking forward to seeing more. Hope you review an R4L. Always my car of choice.
Thanks for watching! We've done a 2CV Vs R4 video already on the channel :D
Thanks, Done. Very interesting, but less inspiring as a piece without the technical and visual appeal of a tour round the car(s).@@ClassicsWorldUK
Great video and seriously considering a 2cv a my first clasic car.
Thank you for a wonderful video. Had a bright yellow one of these from new in the early 80s - absolutely the most fun I've ever had driving. The kids loved it, because the rear seats are raised and a good view out for little people. I was a teacher and the kids at school called it 'The Flying Lemon'. Who needs speed when there's so much character on offer - and amazing economy!
I've owned my current 2CV since 2002. Bought with 70k miles on the clock it has now gone round twice and is sitting at 275k miles. Barrels and pistons were replaced at 250k, so next set will be due in 225k miles.
Not a bad shelf life!
We're off to habe a look at one next weekend with my dad.
He drove one in france in the 60s and has finally gotten round to actually buying one of his own.
Very informative video and will be very useful while viewing! Thanks very much!
Have fun!
I am off to view 2 tomorrow and this video has been invaluable, notes made. Many thanks.
Glad it was helpful!
An excellent video from a man who is very obviously knowledgeable on things 2CV.
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent video. Concise, good information. Thank you.
I drove a 2cv for 9 years , mechanics very tough.
It was 12 years old when the chassis rotted through.
But while it lasted , a brilliant and very clever car
You packed a lot into that video. Top job and a great guide for anyone contemplating purchase.
Glad it was helpful!
Fantastic cars! My own Dolly is currently undergoing repairs to most of the rusty ateas you showed! Can't wait to get her back soon!
Fantastic, enjoy it!
I have owned my 2CV for 24 years. It was a rusted wreck that took me a whole Winter to repair, but once repaired it has not rusted any more because I rust-proofed it with a soothing balm of Waxoyle and I make sure that every part of it is reapplied. I don’t know why you let yours get to that state when a little attention can save all the expense of fixing it. The hood on mine is a canvas one from Matt’s Hoods. It is more than 24 years old and is as good as new. I find that the steering needs greasing every couple of hundred miles or so. Also the suspension is not that clever because the car leans so much on corners that the outside of the tyre tread gets scrubbed away. Apart from that it’s not too bad.
@michaelbarton7295
Can I ask how mine will be towards the future? It has been restored with lots of black seam sealer all along the inside of the body and apparently has galvanised panels fitted, rear quarters and front panels are new as well as sills and floors. I keep it clean and dry inside and keep the body waxed so water falls off, will it be ok??
The Winter Muff .... I remember hitting the M1 with that on in the 80s and the car overheated. Took it off waited 10 minutes and the car went on to do 80.000 miles of trouble free motoring.
Yep, worth remembering when it's fitted!
I don't agree that the engines are as good as you make out, they suffer quite badly from cam shaft & lifter wear, even with regular servicing. I still daily drive a modified 2CV, with 720cc pistons and barrels, it is amazing how bad the engines can be and still run ok, and one may not notice as the performances decreases slowly over time, or if one is a newcomer to such cars.
If you wear the cams , you use a improper oil and rev to high rpm: with the right oil and correct use holds the cams without problem the same time as all the other engine parts…Standard endurance from a 602cc before overhauling is ~130000km
Very good video. Thank you.
Glad you liked it!
Another good video ⭐️⭐️👍👍👍👏👏👏
Thanks Jimmy!
Very complete tour but can I ad 2 items? I prefer a (less handy) trunk lid that does not open the rear window so the roof fabric must not ply ,and crack, in our cold north. The wipers let a lot of water in that can damage the hard to weld parcel shelf
I own a 1973 2cv. The only 3 issues that I face is the lack of new parts available (and yes they are still made new), cheating parts dealers and lack of mechanics willing to do a service on the car.
will call you tomorow lancaster insurance
have 4 here in scotland
Do they have specialist websites where they sell these as I'm on the look out for one just like yourssolid but a bit of work involved
Im not sure whether is better to have a cheap car that falls apart or an expensive to fix one that rarely goes wrong....
Depends on how you'd rather spend money - little and often, or occasionally but in big lumps...
@@ClassicsWorldUK that's a conundrum we're currently facing with an old lexus and a 108!
To be fair, this one is 1987, so 36 years old. The last ones were just over £2000, what did you expect?
That is rusting before your eyes 😮
It's certainly in need of some work... -Jack
The bonnet, boot and the rear door hinges are appalling. One guy uses piano hinges instead.
No wonder all the 2CVs in Ireland have been snapped up by English buyers, no salty roads here
We're jealous!
You don't have ice and snow there?
@@rob5944 We use grit, not salt. You don't have grit there? 😜
@@GarryMcGovern yes, but I thought it was commonly known as grit-salt or salt grit 🤔 I assumed it contained a certain amount...
Surely the weather conditions should be similar?
Brave man running that thing everyday.
Never once let me down! -Jack
@@ClassicsWorldUK Okay. But I was thinking more of the no safety features. Those skinny a-pillars would frighten the life out of me. Nice car though. I do love my classics. I'm just not brave enough to get one. Respect to you.