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Re: Hello - new buyer

by honda64 + » Sat Jan 22, 2022 5:37 pm

hi and welcome to the club, you will not regret buying an atom, I'm 73 and loving it. again welcome. Honda64

Re: Hello - new buyer

by Damon » Sat Jan 22, 2022 9:42 am

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autobackup wrote: ↑Fri Jan 21, 2022 3:26 pm Before I fitted the windscreen, while I always used polycarbonate sun glasses to protect my eyes, but if it was a hot day I frequently drove my Atom without a helmet - until the day, that is, I got hit on the forehead by a random (smallish) stone thrown up by the vehicle in front which hurt A LOT, shed copious amounts of blood and required 4 stitches!

I'll never ever drive a windscreenless car without wearing a helmet ever again!

Re: Hello - new buyer

by Damon » Sat Jan 22, 2022 9:40 am

I am interested to see how the screen actually is - all of my Atom friends inc Hans K, Ian G and Andrew M all run their cars without screens but if you saw the stone damage Hans K inflicted on my Porsche 991.2 you will see why a screen and ppf is a must for me!

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autobackup wrote: ↑Fri Jan 21, 2022 11:01 am Gonna chuck in my tuppence :

I actually think that the windscreen markedly improves the look making it look far more rakish than with the aero screens.

It also, in my opinion, transforms the driving experience by removing the need for a helmet not to mention by adding a bit to the performance as it markedly improves the aero - especially if side panels are also fitted!

I'm running for the Anderson shelter as I send this! :fence:

Re: Hello - new buyer

by Damon » Sat Jan 22, 2022 9:36 am

Atlarge wrote: ↑Fri Jan 21, 2022 9:17 am I'm going to stick my neck out and say it looks pretty good with the screen (especially the front 45' angle)...... although my 3 has one too so I'm maybe a little biased! ;-)
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Re: Hello - new buyer

by Damon » Sat Jan 22, 2022 9:36 am

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stupot wrote: ↑Fri Jan 21, 2022 9:08 am Welcome and a great stealthy spec, screen aside 😁

Re: Hello - new buyer

by Damon » Sat Jan 22, 2022 9:35 am

Yogiatom wrote: ↑Thu Jan 20, 2022 1:17 pm Great pictures looks great in black, enjoy.
Thanks very much!

Re: Hello - new buyer

by Damon » Sat Jan 22, 2022 9:34 am

Fastlane wrote: ↑Thu Jan 20, 2022 9:16 am Welcome. That looks a cracker. Are you adding the 350 upgrade by any chance?
Thanks, I feel very lucky to have purchased it. Yes, it’s being upgraded with the 350bhp conversion and a few other “essentials” currently.

Re: Hello - new buyer

by Damon » Sat Jan 22, 2022 9:32 am

John Scherrer wrote: ↑Thu Jan 20, 2022 12:06 am Congratulations Damon !

Welcome to the forum, you’re going to love the car, hope the weather improves soon for you.
Thanks very much John👍

Re: Hello - new buyer

by SvenTheHammer » Fri Jan 21, 2022 8:39 pm

AlanP wrote: ↑Fri Jan 21, 2022 2:57 pm I know I've said this 20 times, but you really don't need a helmet. My mum's 85 years old, she'd prefer the windscreen...

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Totally agree. I’ve driven thousands of miles in my old 3.5 and now my 4. I’ll happily swallow the odd stone than have to wear a helmet. I wear a helmet daily when on my bike, so don’t want to when driving the Atom.I believe it takes a lot away from the experience. The odd stone from time to time keeps you awake🤣.

Re: Hello - new buyer

by AlanP » Fri Jan 21, 2022 4:09 pm

You and I have driven these cars a lot. I've had the odd sting from a bit of grit or gravel, that's all, over 15 years and a lot of miles. I enjoy it so much with just a pair of Wiley Xs.
The only real problem I've had is driving quickly in the rain. Driving at altitude in Switzerland in the rain, trying to get ahead of it and catch the ferry to Sicily from Genoa was 'fun'.
Just adds to the rich vein of Atom memories.
I certainly respect the contrary view.
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Re: Hello - new buyer

by autobackup » Fri Jan 21, 2022 3:26 pm

Before I fitted the windscreen, while I always used polycarbonate sun glasses to protect my eyes, but if it was a hot day I frequently drove my Atom without a helmet - until the day, that is, I got hit on the forehead by a random (smallish) stone thrown up by the vehicle in front which hurt A LOT, shed copious amounts of blood and required 4 stitches!

I'll never ever drive a windscreenless car without wearing a helmet ever again!

Re: Hello - new buyer

by AlanP » Fri Jan 21, 2022 2:57 pm

I know I've said this 20 times, but you really don't need a helmet. My mum's 85 years old, she'd prefer the windscreen...

😱

A

Re: Hello - new buyer

by robfitz » Fri Jan 21, 2022 2:46 pm

Hello and welcome

You can always remove the screen…. 😂

Re: Hello - new buyer

by autobackup » Fri Jan 21, 2022 11:01 am

Gonna chuck in my tuppence :

I actually think that the windscreen markedly improves the look making it look far more rakish than with the aero screens.

It also, in my opinion, transforms the driving experience by removing the need for a helmet not to mention by adding a bit to the performance as it markedly improves the aero - especially if side panels are also fitted!

I'm running for the Anderson shelter as I send this! :fence:

Re: Hello - new buyer

by Atlarge » Fri Jan 21, 2022 9:17 am

I'm going to stick my neck out and say it looks pretty good with the screen (especially the front 45' angle)...... although my 3 has one too so I'm maybe a little biased! ;-)

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