Tag Archives: BSA

The First Signs of Spring

Posted on March 31, 2016 by irishroverpei

As the first signs of spring appear a young man’s thoughts turn to romance and love. Unfortunately I’m not one of those young men anymore??and my thoughts turn to removing snow tires and clearing away the winter debris from the … Continue reading →

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Cars I have owned.

Posted on March 22, 2015 by irishroverpei

Its another snowy stormy day, church is probably cancelled again, haven’t been now for three weeks.  I’m beginning to wonder if I will ever get to drive the Mini Cooper again, with the top down . Its hard to come … Continue reading →

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My 1952 BSA 650 Twin Golden Flash

Posted on June 21, 2014 by irishroverpei

A very dear friend sent me this tiny black and white photo of my BSA motor bike and sidecar. It is a 1952 BSA 650 Twin Golden Flash with a one seater sidecar. I purchased the bike in late 1958 … Continue reading →

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My Rover Crosses Most of Canada

Posted on October 25, 2013 by irishroverpei

Back in May of this year I sold my 1961 Rover in preparation for selling the house and moving. A person from Souris bought it on the spot, and at my asking price. A few weeks later the car appeared … Continue reading →

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The Mini Hunt Begins

Posted on October 10, 2013 by irishroverpei

We drove to Murray Harbour this afternoon to look at a 2004 Mini Cooper. While I quietly assessed the condition, Linda goes around pointing short comings and looking for faults. It is a good combination and between us we don’t … Continue reading →

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Gays/Lesbians/Classic Cars

Posted on September 17, 2013 by irishroverpei

One might conclude the heading is a strange one?? I suppose it is a bit strange and for me quite a surprise. I have been a classic enthusiast most of my life. It is a hobby where I have never … Continue reading →

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A Very Busy Day

Posted on August 30, 2013 by irishroverpei

We have a busy day ahead that started off this morning with no power. No lights no coffeee and no vacuum cleaner!!! We have three separate showings of the house today one at 11.30am 12.30 pm and 1.15pm. Quite a … Continue reading →

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Drunk Driving!!!!

Posted on August 25, 2013 by irishroverpei

I have posted a family photo for this post because so many families have been torn apart by drunk drivers. So why have I decided to talk about this subject today? Yesterday I attended the British Car Show in Cymbria, … Continue reading →

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Mini Man?????

Posted on August 24, 2013 by irishroverpei

Today is British Car Days in Cymbria, that is just down the road from my house. I’m going of course but alas without an antique British car, I shall be a mere spectator for the first time in as many … Continue reading →

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Cars & Memories of Yesterday

Posted on July 15, 2013 by irishroverpei

If memory serves this photo was taken in Charlottetown in the summer of 1970, Caroline was just six years old and the car is a 1961 Chrysler Windsor. I bought the car the previous year as I needed transportation to … Continue reading →

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