Car inspection
Hi,
Is there anyone who could inspect a car in Coventry for me, I am not sure about bodywork and would appreciate an impartial view. I may be able to meet you there or on-route.
If i do purchase i would then need some help bringing it back to peterborough, not asking much am i
Is there anyone who could inspect a car in Coventry for me, I am not sure about bodywork and would appreciate an impartial view. I may be able to meet you there or on-route.
If i do purchase i would then need some help bringing it back to peterborough, not asking much am i
Ian Peacock
still sane? definitely not!!
Mk1 2000 Estate Wedgwood Blue
still sane? definitely not!!
Mk1 2000 Estate Wedgwood Blue
Re: Car inspection
I am in stratford so can look with you if you like? Also have a trailer that may assist with getting a vehicle home. Do you have means to tow it, my 5 series is now showing 288k, so trying o give the old girl a rest!
- Alan Chatterton
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Re: Car inspection
I know the car that needs inspecting, as I used to own it. I also know the vendor, so I would prefer to stay out of this..... for obvious reasons.
However, if needed, and we can work out the timings, my E Class Estate only has 90k on the clock and would tow David's trailer easily........................
However, if needed, and we can work out the timings, my E Class Estate only has 90k on the clock and would tow David's trailer easily........................
Alan Chatterton
Location; Redditch
DEL 33 1972 Lines Stag Estate Tartan Red
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Location; Redditch
DEL 33 1972 Lines Stag Estate Tartan Red
Blog http://vml3m.blogspot.com/
Re: Car inspection
Ah, I wondered if it might be that one! Looks like some serious metalwork needed! Or certainly in the front footwell / sill area!
I am not as familiar with Mk1's so maybe there is a more suitable expert locally? The trailer is available though...
I am not as familiar with Mk1's so maybe there is a more suitable expert locally? The trailer is available though...
- Alan Chatterton
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Re: Car inspection
Body wise, pretty much same issues as MK2, so you will know what to look for?
Alan Chatterton
Location; Redditch
DEL 33 1972 Lines Stag Estate Tartan Red
Blog http://vml3m.blogspot.com/
Location; Redditch
DEL 33 1972 Lines Stag Estate Tartan Red
Blog http://vml3m.blogspot.com/
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Re: Car inspection
Ian
Are you thinking of putting the engine in the estate or restoring the car?......
Just put this in your mind, if it wants sills you can work on a grand plus per side.
I know the seller ( honest guy) but not the car...............
On a plus side it be nice to save another MK1 PI
Currently, I neither have the money, time nor enthusiasm at present.
Are you thinking of putting the engine in the estate or restoring the car?......
Just put this in your mind, if it wants sills you can work on a grand plus per side.
I know the seller ( honest guy) but not the car...............
On a plus side it be nice to save another MK1 PI
Currently, I neither have the money, time nor enthusiasm at present.
Lee Godfrey Club Member 7075
1960 948 Herald Coupe in Alpine Mauve
1962 1600 Vitesse Convertible in White
1961 Standard Vanguard estate
1960 948 Herald Coupe in Alpine Mauve
1962 1600 Vitesse Convertible in White
1961 Standard Vanguard estate
Re: Car inspection
englishbull wrote:Just put this in your mind, if it wants sills you can work on a grand plus per side.
FYI Dad just had passenger side sill, (inner, strengthener & outer) replaced on his mk11, £1500 and that is left with seam welds showing and primed.... for MOT purposes
I.E. not dressed, smoothed or painted - been quoted upto another £1100 to have it finished
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Re: Car inspection
Lee, Estate staying as is for now, I am looking to put together a retro street car and like the drive train spec on this one, assuming it is as was so to speak.
had a quick quote for the metal work and paint starting from £8k+ upwards. maybe a re-shell or look elsewhere and spend the money on paint and a custom straight 6 engine (Did i say re-shell publicly )
had a quick quote for the metal work and paint starting from £8k+ upwards. maybe a re-shell or look elsewhere and spend the money on paint and a custom straight 6 engine (Did i say re-shell publicly )
Ian Peacock
still sane? definitely not!!
Mk1 2000 Estate Wedgwood Blue
still sane? definitely not!!
Mk1 2000 Estate Wedgwood Blue
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Re: Car inspection
peewee21 wrote:Lee, Estate staying as is for now, I am looking to put together a retro street car and like the drive train spec on this one, assuming it is as was so to speak.
had a quick quote for the metal work and paint starting from £8k+ upwards. maybe a re-shell or look elsewhere and spend the money on paint and a custom straight 6 engine (Did i say re-shell publicly )
Did you see the shell at Wisbech?.....................
More cost affective
Lee Godfrey Club Member 7075
1960 948 Herald Coupe in Alpine Mauve
1962 1600 Vitesse Convertible in White
1961 Standard Vanguard estate
1960 948 Herald Coupe in Alpine Mauve
1962 1600 Vitesse Convertible in White
1961 Standard Vanguard estate
Re: Car inspection
The white one? Did not look at in detail no
Ian Peacock
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Mk1 2000 Estate Wedgwood Blue
still sane? definitely not!!
Mk1 2000 Estate Wedgwood Blue
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