Author Archives: Ronan Glon

1980s / 1990s / BMW / Citroen / French / German / Honda / Japanese / Peugeot / Renault

Racing: Hot-rodded economy cars duke it out in the Alps

Posted on August 14, 2019 by Ronan Glon • 1 Comment

Some econoboxes lead better lives than others. Continue reading →

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1960s / Citroen / French / Rust in peace

Rust in peace: Citroën Ami 6 wagon

Posted on August 7, 2019 by Ronan Glon • Leave a comment

The Alps are scenic, but I bet this Ami 6 would rather end its days in a heated garage. Continue reading →

1970s / British / Mini

In our garage: 1972 Morris Mini 850

Posted on July 25, 2019 by Ronan Glon • Leave a comment

This Mini nearly punctures the thin membrane between project car and lost cause. Continue reading →

1970s / French / Renault

Here is why the Renault 5 had two different wheelbases

Posted on July 2, 2019 by Ronan Glon • Leave a comment

Check out the Renault 5’s simple but unusual suspension layout. Continue reading →

1970s / French / Renault / Rust in peace

Rust in peace: Renault 4

Posted on June 7, 2019 by Ronan Glon • Leave a comment

Here’s one that won’t be at the next cars and coffee. Continue reading →

1960s / German / Opel / Rust in peace

Rust in peace: Opel Kadett B Coupe

Posted on May 27, 2019 by Ronan Glon • 1 Comment

This Opel Kadett B Coupe was likely stolen, and it has been completely stripped. Continue reading →

1970s / French / Rust in peace / Simca

Rust in peace: Simca 1100

Posted on May 22, 2019 by Ronan Glon • 1 Comment

This Simca 1100 is down the trail from last week’s GSA. Continue reading →