I don't own a Bristol but I've been tempted by them for a long time. I think I have the will power to wait until I find one in the condition I would want, rather than buy one requiring improvement. Along the way, I've been considering alternatives which have some of the Bristol qualities and I'd welcome opinions from this group on their suitability;
- A Mercedes W107 450 SLC seems understated, comfortable and well screwed together.
- A Lancia Flavia 1800 coupé has the engineering detail which drove Lancia to bankruptcy.
- A Rover P5 3L has the traditional interior and build quality which the Leyland era 3.5L didn't continue.
- A Reliant Scimitar SE4 coupé has the around town style and rorty V-engine.
Any good contenders I've missed?