M.O.T Why not try one?

Post by **Longdog** » Sun Jun 07, 2009 9:48 am

Having just come back from the Vendee I thought I would try and share what taking a Minor abroad is like.
I can understand peoples reservations at taking their precious abroad but the reality is somewhat different from how it can sometimes be perceived.
Although you drive on an "unfamiliar" side of the road these days on the whole European drivers are a lot more patient than over here.
The shear delight on peoples faces as they pass on the autoroute often with a goodwill toot or waving makes for added pleasure.
The roads even down to country lanes tend to be smooth and pothole free.
The density of traffic is so much less than in the U.K.
The pace of life is slower and if you choose to drive during the "Cheese Hour" (12-00-14-00)you can find yourself having minor roads to yourself.
If you are looking for a very pleasant experience with like-minded people then I can highly recommend a Morris motoring holiday.
As one of my friends put it "you wouldn't get this much attention in an Aston Martin".
Happy minoring!<br>

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Post by **aupickup** » Sun Jun 07, 2009 9:51 am

agreed intirely

i used to live in the tarn et garonne for many years

Post by **millerman** » Sun Jun 07, 2009 12:07 pm

Well said, Longdog, must give MOT more forum time when the 2010 venue is announced in the Autumn.
Food costs in France are, at present, similar to that in UK; all we need is a stronger pound against the Euro to give a very reasonably priced tour.

Post by **alex_holden** » Sun Jun 07, 2009 12:26 pm

The Republic of Ireland is fun too, and they even drive on the correct side of the road (usually).

Post by **Judge** » Sun Jun 07, 2009 12:27 pm

I seem to recall trying to drum up support for this one in the past.

Glad you enjoyed it.

Post by **michaelpeterson** » Sun Jun 07, 2009 2:34 pm

Sounds like fun to me, would love to give it a shot if I am near the are.

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Post by **Jay-Minor** » Sun Jun 07, 2009 5:13 pm

having just completed my 3rd MOT this year I too can say that those of you have never done one really don't know what your missing

Post by **aupickup** » Sun Jun 07, 2009 7:49 pm

i had 10 years in france and loved every minute of it

great place for a holiday, but even greater to live there

Post by **Sidney'61** » Sun Jun 07, 2009 10:03 pm

I'd love to do one at some point. Having not driven much so being very inexperienced I'm just going to do the UK one for this year, get use to the idea of long distance driving before trying it on the wrong side of the road!

I'll definitely do one in the next few years anyway..