Lada 2121
I rented a Lada 2121 (Niva) whilst in Armenia last week, what an amusing vehicle.
It's so totally abysmal and rubbish as a car that initially it's funny but after a while it actually starts to become quite endearing and I was actually quite happy with it. The lack of acceleration wasn't a problem since it meant I had longer to admire the amazing scenery that Armenia has to offer, everyone else is driving equally slow old sheds so you don't feel like you're ever holding anyone up.
It overheated in the mountains, think it was the thermostat stuck either open or closed. A man turned up with a spare part and about 3 tools and replaced it in minutes.
Was a fun experience with the Lada, not sure I'd want to spend 10 hours a day with one for several weeks on a proper long journey though. But for what they cost it's pretty good value.
Anyone else has any experience with these cars, or something similar that you wouldn't get back home?
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