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Originally Posted by biggbn
With regards above two posts, I think the beetle engineering was wonderful. It was a car of the thirties and forties remember. Spacious cabin, low power, decent torque almost maintenance free engine, fitted it's design brief perfectly
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Don't forget, it's got a magnesium crankcase, independent rear suspension and robust construction. Not to mention having better build quality than any equivalent British offering even as late as the 60s and 70s. It was engineered to be simple and effective, which it is. Only ruined by too many being serially neglected and bodged time and time again due to their ability to withstand punishment.
I might be biased as I've owned mine for 14 years now... but I also own a Morris Minor and know which is the better engineered car.
Others:
Rover P6. Funky suspension gives great ride and handling. Quiet, quick and capable.
Original Mini. I'd love to drive one, never have.
W126 Mercedes. I love every mile driving a decent V8 one. Even tired ones have real presence and feel special.
Struggling to come up with a 5th at the moment...