Hello - new buyer

Come here to say hello and get up to speed with how to make the most of the forum.
Post Reply
Damon
Posts: 18
Joined: Mon Jan 17, 2022 9:58 pm
Location: Oxfordshire
Contact:
Contact Damon

Hello - new buyer

Post by Damon » Wed Jan 19, 2022 10:14 pm

Hello from Oxfordshire!

A quick hello as I have just purchased an Atom 4 from the factory.

It’s a 70 plate with just 90 miles from new, with a satin black chassis, carbon bodywork, carbon mudguards and controversially a windscreen!

They are doing a few upgrades and changes so it should be ready next month so I should be on the road soon with some of my other Atom 4 and 3.5 friends (Hans K, Ian G and Andrew M).





Image[/img]
Attachments
5A36E080-CA20-4B80-8378-BE45B3DB529D.jpeg
5A36E080-CA20-4B80-8378-BE45B3DB529D.jpeg (312.16 KiB) Viewed 1963 times
16B3AD10-7BF2-4271-B314-8947F9BC29D7.jpeg
16B3AD10-7BF2-4271-B314-8947F9BC29D7.jpeg (159.39 KiB) Viewed 1963 times
E0BA4ECD-C974-4F5D-8FFB-6AFA9A792DF1.jpeg
E0BA4ECD-C974-4F5D-8FFB-6AFA9A792DF1.jpeg (182.18 KiB) Viewed 1963 times
4B9A22EE-7A23-4D96-9147-0696C40FD58B.jpeg
4B9A22EE-7A23-4D96-9147-0696C40FD58B.jpeg (255.53 KiB) Viewed 1963 times
64A9829F-B811-4203-96AB-F218F12C27B1.jpeg
64A9829F-B811-4203-96AB-F218F12C27B1.jpeg (297.93 KiB) Viewed 1963 times
C16E6D8A-FA7A-4CAD-AF83-2BBFBE42B289.jpeg
C16E6D8A-FA7A-4CAD-AF83-2BBFBE42B289.jpeg (306.36 KiB) Viewed 1963 times
C240E48F-2863-4A9E-9AD1-E105C4881328.jpeg
C240E48F-2863-4A9E-9AD1-E105C4881328.jpeg (374.35 KiB) Viewed 1963 times
3FE4EED5-AC1E-47CE-96C3-50BBC7DEADD3.png
3FE4EED5-AC1E-47CE-96C3-50BBC7DEADD3.png (844.14 KiB) Viewed 1963 times
SCD Member. Current cars: Atom 4 (350bhp), 2019 Porsche 991.2 T, 2022 Lichfield Yaris GR & various Range Rovers.
Top
User avatar
John Scherrer
Global Moderator
Posts: 5123
Joined: Sat Mar 07, 2009 1:20 pm
Location: Willington, Bedford UK
Contact:
Contact John Scherrer

Re: Hello - new buyer

Post by John Scherrer » 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.
Atom 3 310 Supercharged (2011), Now Sold
Top
Fastlane
Posts: 490
Joined: Wed Aug 08, 2018 2:42 pm
Location: Truro
Contact:
Contact Fastlane

Re: Hello - new buyer

Post by Fastlane » Thu Jan 20, 2022 9:16 am

Welcome. That looks a cracker. Are you adding the 350 upgrade by any chance?
2008 Supercharged Atom 3, Tesla Model 3 Long Range
Top
Yogiatom
Posts: 50
Joined: Thu Jan 30, 2020 10:42 am
Contact:
Contact Yogiatom

Re: Hello - new buyer

Post by Yogiatom » Thu Jan 20, 2022 1:17 pm

Great pictures looks great in black, enjoy.
Top
willox
Posts: 15
Joined: Mon Dec 27, 2021 4:50 pm
Location: Aberdeenshire
Contact:
Contact willox

Re: Hello - new buyer

Post by willox » Thu Jan 20, 2022 6:49 pm

Congratulations,picked up an Atom 4 from Ariel last week.Some machine,can’t wait for warmer days,enjoy👍
Top
User avatar
Atlarge
Posts: 242
Joined: Tue Jan 07, 2020 9:35 am
Location: At large where else?
Contact:
Contact Atlarge

Re: Hello - new buyer

Post by Atlarge » Fri Jan 21, 2022 8:34 am

Nice car, looks good in the all black and carbon trim too - enjoy!
Top
User avatar
stupot
Posts: 369
Joined: Fri Aug 19, 2005 7:44 pm
Location: Gloucestershire
Contact:
Contact stupot

Re: Hello - new buyer

Post by stupot » Fri Jan 21, 2022 9:08 am

Welcome and a great stealthy spec, screen aside 😁
Atom 2 160 (05-11) / Atom 3 245 (12-19 ) / Nomad 300 (22-)
Top
User avatar
Atlarge
Posts: 242
Joined: Tue Jan 07, 2020 9:35 am
Location: At large where else?
Contact:
Contact Atlarge

Re: Hello - new buyer

Post 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! ;-)
Top
User avatar
autobackup
Posts: 991
Joined: Fri Aug 21, 2015 1:57 pm
Location: Cyprus (+ Newbury)
Contact:
Contact autobackup

Re: Hello - new buyer

Post 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:
Atom 3.5R (Cyprus)
Honda CRV 2.2 Ex Auto i-DTEC (Cyprus)
Suzuki Celerio 1.0 SZ4 (Cyprus)
Honda CRV Ex I-MMD eCVT Hybrid (UK)
Top
robfitz
Posts: 426
Joined: Wed Nov 14, 2018 6:27 pm
Contact:
Contact robfitz

Re: Hello - new buyer

Post by robfitz » Fri Jan 21, 2022 2:46 pm

Hello and welcome

You can always remove the screen…. 😂
GR Yaris CP for when it rains, Atom 4 for when it doesn’t.
Top
User avatar
AlanP
Posts: 1749
Joined: Fri Aug 03, 2007 7:00 am
Location: Northwood
Contact:
Contact AlanP

Re: Hello - new buyer

Post 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
Beautiful 2000 XJR, last ever supercharged Atom, Fiesta Active, 'Verstappen' Honda e, Focus, Jaguar iPace, Volcano Yellow, MSO Black Pack 720S Spider.
Top
User avatar
autobackup
Posts: 991
Joined: Fri Aug 21, 2015 1:57 pm
Location: Cyprus (+ Newbury)
Contact:
Contact autobackup

Re: Hello - new buyer

Post 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!
Atom 3.5R (Cyprus)
Honda CRV 2.2 Ex Auto i-DTEC (Cyprus)
Suzuki Celerio 1.0 SZ4 (Cyprus)
Honda CRV Ex I-MMD eCVT Hybrid (UK)
Top
User avatar
AlanP
Posts: 1749
Joined: Fri Aug 03, 2007 7:00 am
Location: Northwood
Contact:
Contact AlanP

Re: Hello - new buyer

Post 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.
A
Beautiful 2000 XJR, last ever supercharged Atom, Fiesta Active, 'Verstappen' Honda e, Focus, Jaguar iPace, Volcano Yellow, MSO Black Pack 720S Spider.
Top
SvenTheHammer
Posts: 277
Joined: Sun May 03, 2015 11:52 am
Location: Surrey
Contact:
Contact SvenTheHammer

Re: Hello - new buyer

Post 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...

😱

A
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🤣.
Top
Damon
Posts: 18
Joined: Mon Jan 17, 2022 9:58 pm
Location: Oxfordshire
Contact:
Contact Damon

Re: Hello - new buyer

Post 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👍
SCD Member. Current cars: Atom 4 (350bhp), 2019 Porsche 991.2 T, 2022 Lichfield Yaris GR & various Range Rovers.
Top
Post Reply

Return to “Welcome - New Users”

Who is online

Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 2 guests