Category: Cars and Bikes

Categories / Cars and Bikes, Travel

Adria Action retro-styled caravan

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For most people, the caravan is just about the complete opposite of cool. But things are changing – you can easily hire an Airstream caravan up and down the country and now you can buy this rather stylish Adria Action caravan.

The Adria Actio is similar to those small and pokey caravans that used to be regularly dragged along our major roads (and now reside rusting in overgrown gardens). For examples, check out Carry On Camping. But the Actio is miles away from that, packing your modern conveniences into a small and lightweight space that can be pulled by just about any car.

And once inside, you have lighting a boiler, heating, TV aerial, a kitchen with hob, sink and fridge,a bathroom with shower and toilet and a choice of one or two bedroom areas. Prices start at around £8,500.

Find out more at the Adria website

Categories / Cars and Bikes, eBay watch

eBay Watch: 1971 VW Karmann Ghia convertible

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If I had a garage, it would house a classic car. And that car would very likely be a VW Karmann. In fact, one like this 1971 VW Karmann Ghia convertible.

A more stylish car you’ll struggle to find – and this is a fine example, fully restored down to the white walled tyres and brand new interior. It even has the original radio and user manual. The only downside is that it’s a US import – so left-hand drive.

If you can deal with that and the 81,000 mileage, the current price of £5,900 seems a steal.

Find out more at the eBay website

Categories / Cars and Bikes

Bobbin Bicycles – vintage-style bikes

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If your cycling exploits are somewhat more sedate than the average mountain biker, you might want to check out the vintage-style bikes from Bobbin Bicycles.

Seemingly based on the old Dutch city bikes, the Bobbins offer classic styling, dynamo lights and between one and three gears – a million miles away from the mountain bikes you’ll find on the high street. The Classic Bobbin is featured above, a unisex bike that’s good for anyone between 5’7" and 6’3", retailing for £240.

And if you want to pimp your bike, baskets and bags are also available.

Find out more at the Bobbin Bicycles website

Categories / Cars and Bikes, Toys and Games

Build your own VW Camper Van

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If an Airfix fighter plane kit doesn’t quite fulfil your creative urges, maybe the thought of building a VW Camper Van will appeal.

Build Your Own VW Bus is in the traditional of those old model kits, but with a bit more cool. Available in blue or red, you get all the small pieces (plus screwdriver and instructions) that will undoubtedly test your patience as the nights draw in. But if you have the time and an eye for detail, you’ll be rewarded with a working model featuring a die-cast metal body, opening doors, pull back and go motor, bolts, lights and dashboards. And the feeling of pride that comes with a job well done.

Available online, you can pick one up for £7.99.

Find out more at the Totally Funky website

Categories / Cars and Bikes, Food and Drink

Vintage scooter teapot

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Not the first time we have featured a novelty teapot, but the first time we have featured the vintage scooter teapot.

Designed by Gary Seymour, the scooter has a spout in the front headlight, the seat is the lid and the backrest the handle, with the whole thing sized at 21 x 26cm.

And it’s a limited edition of just 500 – which might explain the rather hefty price tag of $136 (around £70).

Find out more at the British Novelty Teapot website