CitroJim's AX, C3 Picasso, Cycling and Running Tales

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Re: CitroJim's AX, C3 Picasso, Cycling and Running Tales

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Zelandeth wrote: 22 Jul 2026, 14:09 Think in your case Jim most likely it won't be a case of scouring the ads etc - you'll randomly hear that someone you know is thinking about selling something that suits you. Likely get a good deal because they know you and know they'll have a hassle free sale. Probably when you're least actively looking for it!
Indeed, I'm now very much in passive mode and if I saw something tempting I might... I don't have the cognitive or mental capacity/ability to scour ads any more. Your second scenario is the most likely Zel...
Huskyxantia wrote: 22 Jul 2026, 06:58 As for cars that don't hurt the knees what about the fiat panda ? Or the hyundi i10 or i20 ,ive seen an i20 with bike rack on the rear .
Yesterday I drove the Pic. with the seat in a different position. Although only about 15 miles, it did seem to be a bit better although hard to tell really after a five mile hike around a country park either chasing a toddler or carrying her on my shoulders :lol:

The i10 I've completely ruled out due to its shoebox-sized boot. The i20 I have heard bad things about its automatic transmission. The Panda is one I've not even thought about. Might be worth consideration...

Bike racks, unless they're very expensive properly designed roof-mounted ones, are hateful things :twisted: Been there!
Jim

A bit of a Citroen AX fan...
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Re: CitroJim's AX, C3 Picasso, Cycling and Running Tales

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Bluebell now seems to be running reliably and is 100% oil-tight after her recent work. The alternator continues to function correctly after its regulator replacement so on that basis, I can now confidently take Strawberry off the road for a while and get on with work on her.

I will alco be commencing work on the posh van very soon. No real timescales as my health continues to be very variable. Due to that, very little has been achieved this week :(
Jim

A bit of a Citroen AX fan...