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Matra Djet.
Another star from the French Car Industry, from the 60's.
Looks a bit like the Alpine A 110. With a less sensual rear, though.
1,1 liter, but light, and quite powerful with its 90 HP ( for that time ).
Credit: Classic Car.
Best,
Nicolas
My dad in one
Late 60s on top of my head, during tests before the alpine was introduced:
early adopter I would say
he was an early member of the highway patrol when the programme was initiated and drove all cars from that era, including high speed training which is were this pic was taken.
Here is my favorite front
Not only front but actually the whole package. In love Thoth this one
Credit: RMSothebys
Credit: RMSothebys
Vintage could be problematic
Modern tops are shockingly good when it comes to sound & heat insulation. In summer apart from the humid season I enjoy the commute back home with the top down, nothing works better for me in terms of stress relief, it's like riding a bike with no helmet.
I get it
Also , it all depends where you drive, only in city or freeway. Topless in city is fun, on freeway only for a short period. Another thing to consider is: weekend car or every commuter. I prefer vintage for a weekend drives for many reasons, no modern car can give you the feel you get from driving a vintage car, no power steering, no turbos, just joy. On the other hand I drive a lot every day, freeways and towns, so I need a reliable, comfortable and fuel efficient option.
Not seen this model before but have seen other models in the UK. Typical of the late 60’s and early 70’s sport car designs
Nice one, to be remembered that a Djet was gifted to Yuri Gagarine during his visit to France in 1965, as a sign of France's admiration for being first man in space. Imagine the same car with soviet plates ! :D
I have a good friend with one…
Quite a savvy mechanic though, he drove his from Texas to LA, California a few years ago. No real breakdowns. I love the car, but like the early jag XKE and Lotus Europa, I’m too tall to fit easily in.