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Sept 3, 2014 21:26:07 GMT
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Was going to MOT her, but as things are moving house twice in one year, moving my folks into a bungalow losing my Job,(Twice) 1st one gave me a decent pay out so I'm ok for a bit. And waiting on a FD Ventora to appear, Ive noticed a few very nice Viscounts and some very nice Rover P6's so to obtain any of the above I need to roll in the bed and let a little one move over So.... For some no good reason - thinking it will find its own price - chucked my Manta on Fleabay an hour or so ago Want Manta buy Manta - its solid, been restored new engine etc... look at linky link  manta linky link |
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'79 Cossie ran Cortina - Sold
2000 Fozzer 2.0 turbo snow beast
'85 Opel Manta GSI - Sold
03 A class Mercedes
Looking for a FD Ventora - Anyone?
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Sept 4, 2014 13:21:47 GMT
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I recognise this old girl! Having owned it, I can vouch for this being a thoroughly well sorted Manta - you'll struggle to find one with such a strong shell that's been built to last for as long. I bought it as a freshly finished resto from a mega Manta poindexter enthusiast who'd treated it like a family member. Best of luck with the sale, I hope you get strong money for it and that the MoT situation doesn't put too many folk off.
PS. It sounds mega!
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fred
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Sept 4, 2014 21:01:41 GMT
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Har Gareth, that rings a very good bell!! How did the Cortina work out with you? Oddly enough, the guy who did the original resto, contacted me today and dearly wants it back. So told him I would think about it But heart of hearts it has to go back to its creator! He has offered a strong offer, so I'm guessing its going back home  |
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'79 Cossie ran Cortina - Sold
2000 Fozzer 2.0 turbo snow beast
'85 Opel Manta GSI - Sold
03 A class Mercedes
Looking for a FD Ventora - Anyone?
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Sept 4, 2014 21:12:04 GMT
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Excellent news, that sounds like a potentially easy sale.
Cortina was great, although I never did fix the hot start problem! Did a few bits to titivate it over the months, but eventually found my dream Capri, which I've had for almost a year now. It's rustier than the Cortina, not as rare, fast or economical, and it was more expensive, but you've got to follow your heart!
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fred
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Sept 4, 2014 21:26:51 GMT
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The hot start was a blinking Nighmare! My garage man did suggest to rip it all out and shove a 3 litre v6 back in, as the guy who installed it had made so many electrical feck ups
Glad to hear you got your dream ride.
Guess in hindsight I should have ripped it all out and put a v6 in, but hey ho!
Indeed you do have to follow your heart, only here once, so you have go for it
Nice to hear from you good buddy !
Take care Gareth
Andy
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'79 Cossie ran Cortina - Sold
2000 Fozzer 2.0 turbo snow beast
'85 Opel Manta GSI - Sold
03 A class Mercedes
Looking for a FD Ventora - Anyone?
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Sept 4, 2014 21:33:16 GMT
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Likewise, best of luck with the Manta sale and Ventora search.
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Sept 5, 2014 20:55:41 GMT
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Manta is now provisionally sold to the nice guy who originally restored her
Nice ending!
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'79 Cossie ran Cortina - Sold
2000 Fozzer 2.0 turbo snow beast
'85 Opel Manta GSI - Sold
03 A class Mercedes
Looking for a FD Ventora - Anyone?
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fred
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Sept 8, 2014 22:19:13 GMT
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Carl collected her tonight,
Smashing chap, and the look in his eyes when he saw his Baby again was priceless.
She has gone back Home
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'79 Cossie ran Cortina - Sold
2000 Fozzer 2.0 turbo snow beast
'85 Opel Manta GSI - Sold
03 A class Mercedes
Looking for a FD Ventora - Anyone?
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