Anyone in Malta at the moment?

Ian432 · 10th September 2016, 15:02

Hello....
Its months since Ive been on here. The Rover let me down, clutch wise, again so I drove out here in an old London Cab.
Long story (www.taxitriptovalletta.wordpress.com)
Not seen a single 75 or ZT in 6 weeks being here, thought there would be loads. Plenty other examples of virtually every other car of 60s and 70s, mostly very tidy.

To get to the point...I am in need of some moral and practical support, in case the nice older gentleman ,who says he will fix the accident damage, doesn't get it together in time. I am sure he will but Im getting nervous and don't want to hassle him. I would like a back up plan, need use of electric drill, riveting tool etc, the kind of stuff not in the emergency tool kit......

The Fairway Driver/London Cab clubs and fora are lovely and helpful not as heavily populated and international

Based in the 3 Villages/ Birkirkara area

Thanks for reading

Jim Jamieson · 10th September 2016, 16:17

I'm a regular visitor and will be there next month.
Over the years I've seen loads of 75's but lately, yes they have been thin on the ground so to speak.

Your in a nice area and I'm sure if you contact some of the local garages they should be able to help as I've always found the Maltese people so helpful in the past.

PS just read your blog, well part of it. Looks like you've had quite a journey.
That villa in Balzan you mention with the large ground sounds like the one just round the corner from our friends house, it's near the entrance to San Anton gardens.

Ian432 · 11th September 2016, 10:10

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Originally Posted by Jim Jamieson

I'm a regular visitor and will be there next month.
Over the years I've seen loads of 75's but lately, yes they have been thin on the ground so to speak.

Your in a nice area and I'm sure if you contact some of the local garages they should be able to help as I've always found the Maltese people so helpful in the past.

PS just read your blog, well part of it. Looks like you've had quite a journey.
That villa in Balzan you mention with the large ground sounds like the one just round the corner from our friends house, it's near the entrance to San Anton gardens.

Ironically, saw first 75 today, silver saloon.
I have found the maltese people initially a bit cool, understandably as i do look like a homeless person, then warm up considerably when they get to know you.

We go to San Anton and kitchen gardens regularly, the villa with extensive grounds, to which I refer, is at the Birkirkara side of village off Valley road.

Sure we will be fit enough for the road next week, just didn't feel like it yesterday. thanks for your reply

Jim Jamieson · 13th September 2016, 22:20

When we go out next month we will be staying at our timeshare in Sliema for a week, probably for the last time ( long story) but the remainder of our stay will be right at the bottom of Valley Road just before the park entrance.

Our Maltese friend lives there and in fact she is returning home with us again for a break in Scotland.
The Maltese are like a second family to us as we share our joys and sorrows together. Maria's son takes us out on his yacht almost every time we're out in Malta so this really makes our holiday special.

kc13661 · 14th September 2016, 05:16

We are heading out for a week in October to take in Military Imtarfa, also the Military Tattoo is on

Looking forward to it

Ian432 · 15th September 2016, 17:04

Yes, it seems Malta has that kind of effect. Had no fireworks for 3 days and now quite missing them, after getting a teensy weeny bit bored of them every day and night!

All repairs done and dusted 36 hours before the Ferry leaves, so one more day of leisure before the long drive home. I will be back, but January rather than August

10th September 2016, 15:02	#1
Ian432 Regular poster Rover 75 tourer Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Grimsby Posts: 47 Thanks: 32 Thanked 8 Times in 3 Posts	Anyone in Malta at the moment? Hello.... Its months since Ive been on here. The Rover let me down, clutch wise, again so I drove out here in an old London Cab. Long story (www.taxitriptovalletta.wordpress.com) Not seen a single 75 or ZT in 6 weeks being here, thought there would be loads. Plenty other examples of virtually every other car of 60s and 70s, mostly very tidy. To get to the point...I am in need of some moral and practical support, in case the nice older gentleman ,who says he will fix the accident damage, doesn't get it together in time. I am sure he will but Im getting nervous and don't want to hassle him. I would like a back up plan, need use of electric drill, riveting tool etc, the kind of stuff not in the emergency tool kit...... The Fairway Driver/London Cab clubs and fora are lovely and helpful not as heavily populated and international Based in the 3 Villages/ Birkirkara area Thanks for reading

10th September 2016, 16:17	#2
Jim Jamieson This is my second home Rover less ! Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Tarbolton Posts: 3,442 Thanks: 393 Thanked 888 Times in 542 Posts	I'm a regular visitor and will be there next month. Over the years I've seen loads of 75's but lately, yes they have been thin on the ground so to speak. Your in a nice area and I'm sure if you contact some of the local garages they should be able to help as I've always found the Maltese people so helpful in the past. PS just read your blog, well part of it. Looks like you've had quite a journey. That villa in Balzan you mention with the large ground sounds like the one just round the corner from our friends house, it's near the entrance to San Anton gardens. Last edited by Jim Jamieson; 10th September 2016 at 16:43..

14th September 2016, 05:16	#5
kc13661 I really should get out more....... Freelander Td4 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Gateshead Posts: 2,332 Thanks: 704 Thanked 909 Times in 419 Posts	We are heading out for a week in October to take in Military Imtarfa, also the Military Tattoo is on Looking forward to it __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------------- Growing old is compulsory.... Growing up is Optional

13th September 2016, 22:20	#4
Jim Jamieson This is my second home Rover less ! Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Tarbolton Posts: 3,442 Thanks: 393 Thanked 888 Times in 542 Posts	When we go out next month we will be staying at our timeshare in Sliema for a week, probably for the last time ( long story) but the remainder of our stay will be right at the bottom of Valley Road just before the park entrance. Our Maltese friend lives there and in fact she is returning home with us again for a break in Scotland. The Maltese are like a second family to us as we share our joys and sorrows together. Maria's son takes us out on his yacht almost every time we're out in Malta so this really makes our holiday special.

15th September 2016, 17:04	#6
Ian432 Regular poster Rover 75 tourer Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Grimsby Posts: 47 Thanks: 32 Thanked 8 Times in 3 Posts	Yes, it seems Malta has that kind of effect. Had no fireworks for 3 days and now quite missing them, after getting a teensy weeny bit bored of them every day and night! All repairs done and dusted 36 hours before the Ferry leaves, so one more day of leisure before the long drive home. I will be back, but January rather than August