Parked for 11 years with only 886miles

[@dion5643]

Lovely little car, someone will absolutely love that. Great video.

[@martinaddison5991]

I bought my Honda VFR 800fi new on the 4th of September 2000. But it is on a X plate. It is also metallic blue plastic bodywork but one less wheel so loving colour. I once worked at a blokes house who loved Reliant Robins and was turning a yellow one into a pickup truck. A work mate crashed into one in his van at 50mph the bodywork shattered and left the driver sitting on the chassis unharmed . Great buy. Have some fun with it before passing it on.

[@insertusernamehere6025]

Having grown up near Tamworth, my love of Reliants is irrational, yet something I am quite comfortable with. I like Scimitars, too, if that helps to redeem myself.

[@johnrhodes7487]

Ive never see a Reliant 3 wheeler so posh. Lovely car and great video chaps.

[@tonyurmate]

I own a 2008 opel astra H. Their are a couple of things that I think need to be checked while owning one. First off is you should regularly service your astra because of the timing chain. Secondly check the rocker cover gasket, because they tend to leak. The oil sensor will leak after a while but its easy to change. Lastly is the front bushings. You can change a bushing but I would recommend changing the lower control arm because bringing it to a garage to do this will require the bushing being pressed out but you can buy the whole lower control arm at a cheap price and it includes the ball joint that is riveted in , and lastly the opel astra is very cheap to run

[@SteveBernard42]

As someone else mentioned, get in into a Mathewson’s sale. Great exposure and they do well with unique oddball vehicles. Great vid fellas!

[@NOWThatsRichy]

A mint example! No doubt the lowest genuine mileage one still on the road, its definitely a bit of a Vauxhall parts bin car, not only the Corsa headlights, but the rear end too, those rear light clusters & very possibly the rear side windows, are from the Nova! If you have a close look at the plastic light mouldings you might see a GM logo! Thats a lovely paint colour too, but then again, I'm sure I remember seeing 90's Vauxhalls in a very similar colour too!

[@jaycrucialofficial]

"One tail light out, Scrap It!" that made me smile :), cheers for the great videos, love the excitement about a Kenwood mask

[@michaelrowe7731]

Raffle it. I'm no plastic pig nut, but I'd buy a ticket. Exceptional low mileage, wooden dash, alloys, and front fogs. ....what more could a man want!

[@jonathangreenwood793]

You’ve blown your cover now! You’ll start getting a reputation for dealing with the 3 wheeled machines that are petrol powered! It’s a slippery slope now (or three ramps). I think some cautious counselling may be needed. Fantastic content as ever.

[@anthonyhawkins9239]

You should definitely raffle it 😂 ! That’s a piece of motoring history 😂 ! Seeing you two out for a drive in that was pure comedy 😂 !

[@alanbunney-px9nd]

I think Fudge loves it, really . Especially the noise he was making behind it. Warming his hands. ????????? 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣

[@brianwharf4916]

Another vote for Rafall. When you mentioned Corsa, I was thinking the back looks like a Nova

[@NOWThatsRichy]

Certainly does, especially the rear light clusters & side windows!

[@thedudeabides8046]

These cars are my secret desire , had one when I was a teenager because you could drive it on a provisional, had a blast in it till I rolled it into a ditch , never went back to get it , a friend of mine dragged what was left home and built a trike out of it... great fun

[@twizzlestickx7]

You were driving it illegally then you need a full motorcycle licence to drive a three wheeler

[@thedudeabides8046]

@@twizzlestickx7 oops 😬

[@jamieevans2632]

Your missing your batman and Robin costume 😂😂

[@marcduthie4327]

Wow what a cool little car. We definitely didn't get those here in Australia. Inport only here. Love the colour. Have a good week and a good Christmas. Marc from Australia 🇦🇺

[@Invisibleman7]

Very nice 3 wheeler, love the colour.

[@ianwheeler7903]

886 Miles, Three wheels and a Wooden dashboard. What more would a person want? Send it off to a classic auction. That has got to be worth £4000 - £5000 with that mileage on it.

[@NeilBarratt]

I wouldn't be surprised if it went for closer to double that.

[@dreammaker730]

The blue badger / Robin rises 😂. I've got to say I haven't even got in to the video yet I love those treasure you've hit gold so to speak .

[@dodgydruid]

With a couple small mods, that MK3 can easily make a 100mph top end and get there a LOT quicker than a 1600 Ford Capri too, the MK3's had roller bearing clutch releases making them a ton easier to motor than the ones using the pre-WW2 Girling clutch releases made out of a carbon ring. Couple tips, give the A frame a thorough rust protection as they are not galvanised like the chassis, I used galvanising paint on mine after on the Shaftesbury road the welding on the A frame split and it went from nice road holder to out of control shopping trolley and nearly ended up through the hedge of Motcombe showground. Partswise Joe Mason is the man, Jools Holland at CHG also has a ton of parts and surprising how much spares are about for these. Shane at Bennett's Field garage in Wincanton used to race the 3 wheelers and what he don't know about a Reliant isn't worth writing about although he's a Triumph Dolomite chap nowadays :D

[@karljohnson8221]

Raffle it I'd definitely buy a few tickets. I had the older square headlight model many years ago with a micron exhaust welded on off a motorbike a larger su carb and 25mms spacers on the rear end. It went quite well and was very stable . Great content as always guys

[@neilbirch9903]

I’d be in contact with Mathewsons , with that mileage and being the last it probably literally is the lowest mileage out or certainly close The publicity would be far wider and greater than an advertisement on eBay Like eBay you’d have clarity for the owner of what is returned to them And it would be interesting content for the channel and I’d anticipate that they’d welcome you and perhaps could do a series follow ing it’s part in there sale and maybe a wSlk around of the treasure they have on there sites

[@kstewart3657]

I had a 1967 Reliant van ( Del Boy type). Bought it in 1970. Surprisingly nippy and averaged 65mpg. Had to be careful with passengers in the back as they sat over the axle and turning too fast would lead to two wheel driving. Once you got used to it the Reliant was OK and importantly cheap to run. I was told that the engine was a sleeved down Hillman Imp engine. Amazingly good driving uphill in snowy conditions and could cope better than many cars but downhill was a different story when if the front wheel hit a rut you ended up following it. Dave’s Reliant is a beauty and should be in a museum. A great example of a car that brought affordable motoring to many people. Please don’t go on calling it a plastic pig.

[@oojimmyflip]

Had many adventures in the snow climbing Portsdown hill in Portsmouth in mine a 1in 4 hill😂

[@Zeem4]

Unless the engine had been swapped, whoever told you it was a Hillman Imp engine may have been thinking of the Bond 875 and Bond Ranger van. Those used the complete 34hp (low-compression) engine, transmission and suspension package from the Commer Imp van. Reliant's own engines were an all-alloy copy of the Standard-Triumph SC engine.

[@ancell711]

Classic car auction, they don't make them anymore so officially a classic.

[@davidanderson8407]

This one must be highly collectable.Real low milage all original. It may surprise everyone with how much it sells for.

[@SaraDonnelly-z5h]

Cracking episode. Pretty sure someone will want it, brave chaps taking it for a spin 😂

[@loftyRST]

A wooden dash as well. Height of opulence. Lovely back story to it as well, I’m sure it’ll be loved by the next owner as well

[@astravanmk2]

Headlights from a corsa B what a machine!!

[@dodgydruid]

Bennetts Field garage also the closest type 3 MoT station in Wincanton as he has the 3 wheeler ramps and bits to test the front of the 3 pin plug, also We Do Vans has a Reliant Ant so still a couple of us running about the place so if you go past Asda's in Gill look at the vans opposite and spot the Ant pickup truck parked there.

[@JillMcmanus-l1m]

Great vlog looking forward to your next vlog 👍👍

[@michaeledwards427]

As you already said vauxhall corsa front lights with ford gear knobage. What you forgot to mention is the ford escort mk3 van rear lights. As prices for classic ford parts are climbing, they could be worth more than the rest of the car!!!! Loving the sporty front single wiper, that's all the rage amongst the boy racers, with this car you get that for free!!

[@peterjones4785]

Do the normal checking for any 💩 from the bottom. Psml guys. Brilliant, and also it's what mechanics do. Been there done that for many years. Great channel.

[@madmantrucker]

Loving you buying things ❤

[@LawnMowersThingsThatMakeNoise]

Jokes aside what a fun little car. also what is Royal about it apart from the fog lights ? sounds quite nippy

[@garethbird4259]

Loving the W124 Al, as a proud owner of a W126 its good to see someone who appreciates these old Mercs. Might come see you when I fancy an OM606 conversion!

[@DaveBaker-vb3jg]

Al, British Car Journey at Ambergate Derbyshire would have that from you !!!!!! I could then go and have a drive of it if they put it on the Drive Dads Car fleet, only live 15 mins away!! 😀

[@DIESELHILUX]

What a beautiful PHILLI SHAVE 3-PIN PLUG a cracking piece of motoring history in stunning condition it needs a good home next raffle ?. It’s nice to see one after so many years they where as common as escorts at one time Merry xmas Alan & Fudge xx Royboy in Yorkshire xx

[@markwilliams4258]

Good video remember the Ford bullit box high ratio 2nd gear good video lads 👍

[@dodgydruid]

Cor a sweet MK3 Robin, I would be buying tickets if this went for a raffle for sure even though I own a MK2 van can't have too many Reliants hehehehe

[@markrobinson1458]

If only it was a Scimitar GTE ☹️ but I still love it for what it is 👌👍

[@thedeadstig123]

You are right it doesn't have a class 4 mot it has a class 3 as it's exempt from emissions You'll need to change the brake cylinders as they've seized up, they are easy to get as they are classic mini brakes, same with tyres Im a specialist in reliant 3 wheelers and that's a beauty, you'll struggle to find one this spec as most reliant buyers were tight buggers, it's a robin not a Rialto, Rialto is from 80s Also look at auto shite, he's raffled two reliants and and has done really well with them, made over 4k

[@scorcha100]

Cracking little car. Ive got a couple of those Kenwood stereos hidden away in my loft

[@martincraig-je4vo]

Nice find Al someone will love this again 👍

[@johnplatt8369]

Great little motor a classic 😂...... Looking at the front of it she has the looks of a Mini Metro in some ways,,,, me being just over 6 foot and ex farm worker would look a bit of a knob driving that through the village but my god it would be great fun doing it.. Bet it's a head Turner for all the wrong reasons. Brilliant vlog by you garage masters 👍👍👍👍👍

[@anthonymillar6183]

Yupp definitely looks bit like a metro/rover 100 😅

[@sarahsam8792]

Love the top. Having visions of batman and Robin x

[@GhostLead65]

Very cool boys.I,ve never seen a 3 wheeled Corsa haha.

[@danielrussell446]

Hi Al and fudgy another great video and love the rialto my uncle and his brothers and their family owned a reliant dealer Roy Peplow and Company in Wednesbury near Walsall so fairly close to the factory in tamworth! That one looks absolutely amazing and been treasured by your friend all these years! It will be loved by the new owner with that history and be great to see you and fudgy running around the Dorset lanes in that! Lovely w124 and don’t blame your mom they were when Mercedes were top quality! I would love one myself a 300e six cylinder pre 24v! All the best to you all Daniel

[@DIESELHILUX]

Top notch video fodder for us old mechanics you should do a new sticker SPANNER RASH CLUB with busted knuckles I’m in and don’t forget my 10/ percent cut of the takings you keep the rest too feed fudgy lol 😜 xx Royboy in Yorkshire

[@recreativesigns4571]

That new hoody looks awesome. It does however need the words “Ya filthy animals” at the bottom of the text. IMO 😂

[@Rockape501]

What a gem of a car. I love it 😊

[@colinBleach]

Great content as usual All. will you and Fudge be going to Goodwood revival this year?

[@6DDIESELSDorset]

Not really my thing if I’m honest fella 👍

[@philtucker1224]

I’m surprised that driving it without the seatbelt on would put it into limp mode. Then I realised it’s always in limp mode !

[@lou-dicrous]

Couple of thing I have observed from this video. I had to flash my husband so he didn't see the Christmas jumper. When you looked under the car it looked like you were both having a pray and Fudgy took his glasses off when you were driving to spare himself the fear 😂😂😂. Cracking vid lads a per usual x

[@6DDIESELSDorset]

lol well that’s one way of getting out of buying a Christmas hoodie lol , and thank you madam we are still chuffed as nuts with our hats 👍

[@lou-dicrous]

@6DDIESELSDorset we are in the market for stickers and did you say you are doing air fresheners? Madam has his lordships stocking to fill 😉

[@hoggmotorsport]

Happy Birthday to mama 6d 🎊🎉 I think Fudgy protests too much and has a secret desire for the little thing!! Its a custom deluxee version with the "wooden" dash and minilite wheels! 👀 Mk3/4 Escort van rear lights too! Great vid guys 👍

[@JasonCampbell-xb5qi]

Now that I wasn’t expecting. I remember back in the 90’s being given a “pig” rolled it on to its side on the first corner. Then consequently spent the rest of the day going faster and faster until it rolled (didn’t take long) has for the raffle I’d certainly buy a ticket or two and no I wouldn’t try and roll it I’d give it my dad has he’s only got a motorcycle licence and loves those reliants. Bloody good find that was reliant owners will go mad for it. Tempted to put a bid on it myself when it’s listed.

[@deerawselecta7709]

Looks a bit Austin rover kingfisher blue.they had Corsa B headlamps,and nova rear if I remember correctly.i would love to own that.

[@fattmann7273]

I'd buy several tickets for the Rialto!

[@heatherhannon3867]

@@fattmann7273 So would I, definitely.

[@Twistandgouk]

What rialto use talking about? That's a robin

[@compo308]

What a quality bit of treasure you’ve found Al!! So I guess Batman and Robin will be making another appearance in this 3 wheeler at some point?? Great video as always Al and Fudgy!

[@Fourwheeledfarming]

No seat belts in arguably the most unstable car ever built 😂 Balls of steel 💪🏻

[@raymondpearce6306]

Brilliant video Al and Fudge

[@appleshankfilms869]

Just bought a ticket for the kangoo. 😊

[@tony-yp6qk]

No income tax no vat nice motor😅 Another great video al and fudgy and mrs d and mrs fugdy 👍

[@nickb5391]

@27.16, I'm sure they used Escort van rear lights

[@markmahone390]

Isn't that a Rover Metro gear knob?

[@johnfreemantle3881]

I would have love to see you running around in the ` plastic pig`, definitely would have you got on film, but you did it for us.🤣🤣

[@Ireland-bc2gx]

Brilliant 👍

[@kevinrowlands6753]

In all the excitement you for got your seat belts😮😮😂😂😂😂

[@thomasfrancis5747]

Proper treasure. I doubt you'd get as much in a raffle (although you would sell many tickets) compared to an auction. Reliants very popular in Yorkshire, eg mining communities, so could be one for Mathewsons and possibly a bit of TV exposure?

[@PaddyWV]

Quite nice to open a garage for a mystery car and it not be some boring fast thing. 👍 Excellent! (Agree with earlier post. Last run out cars were Robins once more). Can't stop smiling with this one. Thanks folks! Not ebay! Try the owners club please!

[@SuperCoolio72]

I'm seeing a recurring theme with the Xmas three wheelers! (You & Fudgy) As Batman & Robin last year!! 😅😂 Have an amazing Xmas & New Year lads and look forward to next year's capers👍👍

[@JohnHonda101]

I was in a 3 wheeler back in 1983 looking at the tarmac scraping past the passenger window.

[@thechod]

Wow a title the late brake show would be proud of!

[@dreammaker730]

I can feel a batman and robin moment coming on 😂

[@DIESELHILUX]

i used too get a lift too work in one with no back seats but had a GAS TAR BURNER LIT for a heater it scared me too death in case it blew up or melted around us xx Royboy in Yorkshire

[@johnmorrissey3649]

Two very brave men to take the highway in it. Was it me or was the car wallowing from side to side as ye were going along? Hardy men!!

[@lesklower7281]

I really like the blue colour real nice and the wood dashboard very classy and just a couple of things to sort out and how easy did this low low mileage Reliant start it didn't put up a fight

[@nickb5391]

Weebles wobble but they don't fall over 😂😂

[@manolete8441]

Al your mother’s almandine red W124 is a dream to me ❤

[@Focusfury05]

Great video, Al n' Fudgy should be worth good few bob to someone who collecting this type of thing! You'd Struggle to find a better one, i think 🤔 Nice one fella's👍 😊

[@LloydWycherley]

.Raffle, the three wheeler I would buy a ticket.

[@ShedTV]

I reckon you should put it in a classic auction and film the sale. I’m sure it’ll make a good few bob for your friend with that low mileage.

[@Escoutaire]

One thing we learnt there is that Fudge was bastard freezing. At least the heater worked.

[@ryancunningham2850]

Did 60mph in one of these once…. Was a hoot … unit it came to stopping 😮

[@stevenbrown8857]

Put a V8 in, a table like rear spoiler, slam it to the floor and a mahoosive exhaust .. loads of spotlamps then raffle it off in 6D Diesel racing livery ... winner winner chicken dinner 😂

[@dombooth86]

Definitely need hubnut to do a review on this

[@Ragnar8504]

The Rialto (that looked a bit like a Mk2 Fiesta missing a front wheel) was discontinued in 1998 while the Robin it had been intended to replace soldiered on until 2001. This one's definitely a Robin. Is it really carburetted and points and condenser ignition? If so it might have been the last series production car with those features.

[@dreammaker730]

Dont let old J.C offer to test drive it for you 😆

[@paulwootton5378]

It sounds like them roll ups have really worked there magic on Fudgy

[@Rick-nb3fx]

Pretty sure the rear lights in them was from mk3/4 escort van so more ford tat for fudgy to get giddy over

[@iandennis7836]

I LOVE that wiper....Ian from hubnut would go SPARE trying to find his bluddy "triangle of doom" on THAT!!! I'd pay good money to see his face!😂

[@adamholmes91]

There is a slight corner of disappointment though. 🤣

[@NeilBarratt]

Arcs of disappointment.

[@seanpower773]

What a power house 😂

[@dombooth86]

Awesome v log,, don't quote me but pretty sure licences have changed now pretty sure you can't drive this with a provisional 🤔

[@Mrtom248]

My step mom had a robin. Went in it once. It was terrifying 😂

[@justso1823]

I think that's probably the lowest mileage 1 in existence

[@oojimmyflip]

Like the hoody great way to show your distain for carbon credits 😂.

[@mcbones50]

Lewi Buch Productions could be interested in this.

[@philpoole5670]

Surprised The Beared Explorer has been down to snatch it up 😊

[@-DC-]

Can't beat a Tamworth Supercar ❤

[@leemcarthy4550]

Omg I love this little thing and it’s almost Immaculate. It did have an owner change though in 2012, how come if it’s been his from new? Another great video Al ❤

[@bigdude8470]

Maybe that’s when he passed away and family changed logbook , cos that’s when it was last parked up???

[@tlbmwgarage3029]

Private plate changes log book

[@6DDIESELSDorset]

Address move I assume it no previous on the logbook 👍

[@leemcarthy4550]

@@bigdude8470ahh yeah good shout buddy I think that sounds about right 😊

[@leemcarthy4550]

@@6DDIESELSDorsetYeah think that’ll be the reason. I absolutely love it though I’m not gonna lie. I so want to buy it ❤

[@martynfilmer8177]

What a great Sunday video brilliant 😂