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76 Martini Hillman Imp

revracing Part of things Posts: 157	76 Martini Hillman Imp revracing @revracing
	Feb 15, 2008 19:32:53 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	This is my 76 Hillman imp de luxe, So far it has a 875cc which I'm hoping to upgrade to a 998 (when I have the finances!!) Front radiator Fiesta discs Fibreglass arches and bonnet! Hopefully I'm gonna fit a new (built by myself and boss) interior and sort out a few leaks, then its time to save for the new engine ;D Interior before I work my magic! Its my job so it will be very cheap and hopefully very smart! Before I fitted rear spacers!! My two together before I sold the blue super (to much work and not enough time to do!!) More pics comin soon!!
	Last Edit: Nov 29, 2018 20:51:23 GMT by revracing

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grizz Probably posted too much REZIN ROCKIT......🚀 Posts: 28,504	76 Martini Hillman Imp grizz @grizz
	Feb 16, 2008 7:37:02 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Those wheels look the curse word Waiting for the interior shots, where you located ?
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revracing Part of things Posts: 157	76 Martini Hillman Imp revracing @revracing
	Feb 16, 2008 13:46:34 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Look the balderdash? I'm from leicester and work for auto trim. Front seats are done Stripped seat Buliding up the seat Finshed seat with what i started with


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revracing Part of things Posts: 157	76 Martini Hillman Imp revracing @revracing
	Feb 18, 2008 17:14:27 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Front seats in! now rears to make up. Also with spacers fitted


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leigh Posted a lot Travelin' with Flavin Posts: 4,322	76 Martini Hillman Imp leigh @leigh
	Feb 19, 2008 1:39:52 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Man that's a great looking car! Spacers make a huuuuuuuuge difference and the wheels look great against the red paint. ( I'd say that 'balderdash' comment above may have been one of the forum's auto censor words). The arches really work for me as well. Your seats are pretty damn superfly too, great work on those - i can see you getting a few messages for work over the next while!
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pat1987 Part of things Posts: 59	76 Martini Hillman Imp pat1987 @pat1987
	Feb 19, 2008 8:02:22 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	car is looking good with the spacers mate. The arches look like they have been fitted nicely to, top job. and what can I say about the seats....stunning, Keep it up.


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bazzateer Posted a lot Imping along sans Vogue Posts: 3,653	76 Martini Hillman Imp bazzateer @bazzateer
	Feb 19, 2008 16:00:44 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	It might make it easier if you give a ball-park figure to replicate that workmanship on forum members' seats
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maggot998turbo Posted a lot Posts: 1,112	76 Martini Hillman Imp maggot998turbo @cbr400dave
	Feb 19, 2008 18:58:44 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	agree'd with the comment above!!!! :oP i like a nice imp! very sweet indeed
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luckygti Posted a lot I need to try harder! Posts: 4,912	76 Martini Hillman Imp luckygti @luckygti
	Feb 19, 2008 19:18:34 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Yep, agree with everyone else there. Car looks wicked and the seats! Well, they really are the 'Balderdash'! What else are you doing interior wise?
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revracing Part of things Posts: 157	76 Martini Hillman Imp revracing @revracing
	Feb 25, 2008 18:57:28 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Rear seats now comin along! boards are foamed now i just have to pattern and cover them! Seat base Backrest How it sits in the car! (at the min)


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J.P Posted a lot I like to eat ice cream and I really enjoy a nice pair of slacks. Posts: 1,175	76 Martini Hillman Imp J.P @jasonpollock
	Feb 25, 2008 19:47:39 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Seriously impressive front seats! Nice Imp!
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namless Club Retro Rides Member Posts: 576 Club RR Member Number: 26	76 Martini Hillman Imp namless @namless Club Retro Rides Member 26
	Feb 25, 2008 19:56:14 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Nice!! them seats look sooo cool


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revracing Part of things Posts: 157	76 Martini Hillman Imp revracing @revracing
	Feb 26, 2008 17:01:50 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Thanks for all the good feedback everyone means alot coming from people who know what there on about.


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revracing Part of things Posts: 157	76 Martini Hillman Imp revracing @revracing
	Jul 20, 2008 16:17:56 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Had the car back from Ben Boult for a few weeks now and after a few small issues its running fantastic!! also fitted a new electronic ignition which has made a massive differance. Also been to a few shows including the retro show at santa pod, the asby folville meet and today at beaumanor hall in leicester where i got a few pictures. Interior is coming on in stages, door cards finished, glove box and the top of the dash covered. rear seats now making way for a roll cage along with bucket seats. Big plans now just have to save to get them eventually! Interior needs new carpets but comin on, Next on the list hopefully an electric water pump and a much needed rev gauge!!


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paul6266 Part of things 87' Mini City E Posts: 172	76 Martini Hillman Imp paul6266 @paul6266
	Aug 25, 2008 9:37:08 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	i am lovin the rear seat idea, i have a 87 mini with corbeau gtb seats in the front and may have to recaro the rear seats, any tips for covering?


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revracing Part of things Posts: 157	76 Martini Hillman Imp revracing @revracing
	Nov 21, 2008 17:04:44 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Thought i'd have a change to the front of my car and wondered what people thought? its inspired abit by the 600 abarth (Well kind of.) Still have the old grill so I can always go back but I think it looks mean!!
	Last Edit: Nov 21, 2008 17:05:14 GMT by revracing

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projectquartz Part of things Posts: 422	76 Martini Hillman Imp projectquartz @projectquartz
	Nov 21, 2008 17:10:27 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Thats gorgeous!


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lae Posted a lot Posts: 1,045	76 Martini Hillman Imp lae @frinkmakesyouthink
	Nov 21, 2008 17:11:22 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Haha that looks wicked! Definitely keep the new grill Loving the seats too. I have recovered seats before and that's not easy, making them from scratch is pretty bloody impressive
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An Fear Ó Dhoire Posted a lot Derry Dude Posts: 1,115	76 Martini Hillman Imp An Fear Ó Dhoire @doireman
	Nov 22, 2008 16:45:13 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Love the new front seats. The imp looks great in general.
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MR TIKI Posted a lot TIKI,style from a different angle! Posts: 1,154	76 Martini Hillman Imp MR TIKI @mrtiki
	Nov 22, 2008 19:13:28 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	top work,that looks awesome.
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