Deb with our sturdy little car in Mongolia!
The car is taking a beating. I honestly can’t really believe that it still starts for us every morning.
We have taken it through rivers
holding our breath
We have taken it over bridges that appear to be made with toothpicks
Deb conquers the rickety bridge
We have camouflaged it in dust so it fits in with the Gobi
We have determined that duct tape is our best friend
broke our gear shift handle right off…duct tape to the rescue!
And I realized that I can crawl under the car and be willing to get dirty. Our exhaust clamps came loose and now our exhaust system is hanging very low and is ready to snap completely. However with the help of fencing wire we acquired from a local we’ve been able to secure it for now. Teamwork!
Our motto is – if it falls off the car and it keeps running…then we don’t need it.
Onward towards Ulaanbaatar!
By Nancy & Shawn Power... Inspiring YOU to Travel! August 30, 2011 - 12:24 pm
Looks like a great adventure! 🙂
N & S
By Sherry August 30, 2011 - 9:14 pm
Thanks for all of your support and following along! Much more to come!!
By Donna Hull August 30, 2011 - 1:28 pm
This has really been an amazing journey. It’s true that a picture says a thousand words. I’m amazed that your trusty ride made it all the way to Mongolia.
By Sherry August 30, 2011 - 9:16 pm
I am amazed too Donna! I can’t believe how good the engine was. But boy does she need an oil change and some repairs now!
By Merav | AllWays Car Rental Christchurch August 30, 2011 - 8:08 pm
Loved the motto! Is it strange that I feel like a proud mum about this car?
By Sherry August 30, 2011 - 9:13 pm
No that’s not wrong! You should feel proud. We haven’t given it up yet to auction – will probably do that next week. Will be sad to see her go!!!!
By Natalie T. September 3, 2011 - 5:29 pm
CRAZY picture of the car in the water. What an incredible landscape. It’s probably a surreal moment to be in Mongolia.