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May 28, 2017 14:32:59 GMT
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The my out of that locker is perfect for an "Irwin bolt extractor".
Seriously. I bought one a few years ago and I am super impressed with how good it is.
If you're in Kent come and borrow it. I'd go as far as guaranteeing it will work. Very simple. Very quick.
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May 27, 2017 15:34:28 GMT
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May 27, 2017 15:07:05 GMT
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I think Waveman is on the money. Anything is possible given the correct amount of time, money and experience. When looking at projects like this we need to assess if we have enough of the factors required to make the venture a success. Financially is it viable? We all set a budget for our builds and I can say from first hand experience that they are usually well and truly overstepped. This is because you get to a point of having so much money tied up in something the best option financially is to complete it in a hope that at some point the investment can be returned. Incomplete projects often loose a fair bit of money which is what no one wants. Where do you stand with experience? Obviously we all start somewhere but less experience results in a longer period of time working on something which then raises the third point, time. These things always take longer than expected. The point has been raised above of buying one that's not in such a state of disrepair. It's a valid point. It's like a lot of cars that are listed as spares or repairs, they're significantly cheaper than a up and running alternative, however once you start adding it all up, repairs, parts, your time or labour costs, other faults that are discovered and so on it often works out far more economical to spend a bit more money in the short term on a better starting point. With all of that said I am always very keen to see someone rescue and revive a car that has fallen into decay. I think your best option would be to patch it up to a legal state and enjoy what would be an incredible vehicle. Get a welder, get practising and see if your confidence builds. You're in an excellent place for advice and support. Don't let your age feel like it's a limiting factor. I had built all sorts of monstrosities but the time I was your age. Right now It's cost me less than it's scrap metal value, so i'm happy to spend money on it. Considering people are asking 20k for minters (though i doubt this will ever be to that standard) I reckon when done up it will be a financially worthwhile project. Experience? I know my way around mechanicals, but welding and bodywork is totally new to me. Sure if I wait another decent eldorado might turn up on ebay, but theres a whole story attached to this car (I rescued it from a demolition site where it was about to be crushed under the building) so there is some sentimental attachment involved. I'm in East London if anyone in the area wishes to lend a hand. Well there we go then, that's the attitude I like. Get a welder and get stuck in! Some parts I assume will be harder to source than others, I'd try and list these and set some eBay alerts to make things easier for when you need them.
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May 27, 2017 13:37:37 GMT
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I think Waveman is on the money.
Anything is possible given the correct amount of time, money and experience. When looking at projects like this we need to assess if we have enough of the factors required to make the venture a success.
Financially is it viable? We all set a budget for our builds and I can say from first hand experience that they are usually well and truly overstepped. This is because you get to a point of having so much money tied up in something the best option financially is to complete it in a hope that at some point the investment can be returned. Incomplete projects often loose a fair bit of money which is what no one wants.
Where do you stand with experience? Obviously we all start somewhere but less experience results in a longer period of time working on something which then raises the third point, time. These things always take longer than expected.
The point has been raised above of buying one that's not in such a state of disrepair. It's a valid point. It's like a lot of cars that are listed as spares or repairs, they're significantly cheaper than a up and running alternative, however once you start adding it all up, repairs, parts, your time or labour costs, other faults that are discovered and so on it often works out far more economical to spend a bit more money in the short term on a better starting point.
With all of that said I am always very keen to see someone rescue and revive a car that has fallen into decay. I think your best option would be to patch it up to a legal state and enjoy what would be an incredible vehicle. Get a welder, get practising and see if your confidence builds. You're in an excellent place for advice and support. Don't let your age feel like it's a limiting factor. I had built all sorts of monstrosities but the time I was your age.
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May 26, 2017 22:41:30 GMT
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p.s. certain aprilias were 33hp de-restricted. From what I remember the unrestricted versions weren't always privatised enough to reach the 33hp mark. Some were far below this but I can't seem to remember why off the top of my head. I had one many years ago and ploughed tonnes of money into it before I realised buying something half decent would provide the best bang for buck. Sorry for the off topic. It seems as though everyone has been spot on with the advice so my only input is to buy a bike! They're great.
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May 25, 2017 21:13:05 GMT
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The SWB is big enough -in the back- to accommodate 3 collie size dogs with the rear seats tipped, or two small children in comfort and a loaf of bread in the remaining boot space. The boots look incredibly small! I was hoping that with the drop top version is be able to kind of hang abnormal loads out of it at some strange jaunty angle. However I fear that's a little impractical.
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May 25, 2017 21:09:32 GMT
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dog, tip runs, fishing. they all require cargo space. the shorties look like they ahve less room than a hatchback car You're 100% accurate. However it took viewing one for me to realise this. I thought it would be manage able but it certainly isn't. I am on the look out for one of the larger 5 door versions. That way is yonk the whole rear seat out, sling it in the garage and use it like a smaller van. I keep trying to spot one on the road but it doesn't seem to be that simple.
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May 25, 2017 18:41:16 GMT
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lovejoyThat's such an awesome picture for so many reasons. A vehicle I'd love to experience, in a place that looks incredible and possibly the best time of the day. Love it.
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May 23, 2017 22:36:37 GMT
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heathrobinson I am certain there is a chap in the readers ride section who has one of the wide/fat model vitaras that is installing a MX5 engine, it may be turbo, I can't quite remember but either way it's very cool! I've never been too concerned by the imagery of vehicles. I drive a TT and a R53 both of which are very widely deemed a "woman's" car. I love them both!
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May 23, 2017 21:55:54 GMT
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Thanks very much for the responses! It seems as though the grand consensus is that they're not all that bad which is good. It's a shame to see that they don't fall into the cheape tax bracket. With that in mind I can not help but think I would perhaps be better off looking for a V6 of some sort perhaps in the 5 door version. Probably offer a better load space with the rear seats ripped out and probably a bit more fun, even if it is juicy. Thanks for the offer of the shogun jaykay but I've just sold my L200 and am looking for something ridiculously cheap (the Vitara k was looking at was a mere £200. At that money you'd leave it if it got stuck in the mud!) Thanks again guys and I'll keep this updated with whatever happens.
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May 22, 2017 12:00:40 GMT
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I've got a good friend who I am sure count make you some if you're struggling.
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May 22, 2017 11:59:29 GMT
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ChasR there was one on here a few years ago and I swear it was rover stamped. Almost certain it was. gostin Mine also has the exact same rust spots. As does every replacement boot I find in the right colour.
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May 21, 2017 21:48:53 GMT
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I like these. They can look pretty awesome as well. I think they look like a bluebird and an early celiac mashed together. If you're after a value only you're best off asking in the "what's it worth" section. From what I've seen they don't demand the same values as the S13 which have gone up astronomically over recent years but they're getting more desierable.
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May 21, 2017 12:53:02 GMT
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Such a shame, hope they get it back. Not far from where that white mk3 went missing. We have had a huge amount of cars stolen in this area over the last 12 months. Especially the Granadas. One was stolen from sheerness about 20 minutes down the road a few weeks ago.
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May 20, 2017 23:12:03 GMT
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Fire Fly Speed Shop. Have always been helpful.
I think, don't quote me here, but their insurance didn't cover them for flood damage, due to not being in an area that was at risk and therefore there was no payout. No idea what the score was but yeah. FireFly Soeed Shop.
Prices seem fair if you're after a quote.
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May 20, 2017 19:08:09 GMT
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Putting the interior back in looks like it was a good move. Looking at what singer do with theirs it certainly does look spectacular, but I'd have to drive the thing in tweed mocosans in an attempt to not scratch or mark the floor.
I never thought a burgundy interior combination would work well, but you've certainly proved me wrong. Looks splendid. Very well done.
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May 20, 2017 19:00:44 GMT
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I know very little about BMWs however that is certainly a thing of beauty.
Thanks for sharing. Must be interesting to work on things like that.
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May 20, 2017 18:44:48 GMT
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Hello fellow retro rides users.
I am seriously contemplating a cheap knock about wagon for the purposes of mundane every day tasks. Taking the dogs out, tip runs, fishing trips, things I am very pedantic about doing in my nice, shiney, well kept daily. I also miss visiting the lay and play days.
Woth that in mind I was looking at cheap 4x4s and the Vitara has popped into mind. I was originally looking at the SJ range but they've got either very expensive or very rusty since I last looked at them about 10 years ago.
I want something as cheap as possible and because of that I am looking at the smaller 1.6 models for the cheaper tax bracket.
This brings me to ask, has anyone ever owned the 1.6 3dr version either hard too or semi-convertible in a manual and if so, what did you think of it?
Are they a ticking time bomb with loads of problems waiting to rear their ugly heads?
Are they actually any good off road with a few supporting mods?
Have you had one and if so what was your experience?
One has popped up fairly local to me and before I ask to view I'd like to know if they're actually worth a punt or if I should steer clear and try to subdue the urge of a little 4x4.
As a penance for a boring thread have some photos of some vitaras that I think are pretty cool.
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May 18, 2017 19:16:01 GMT
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Marc I've nearly bought one of those about 5 times now, once a year really since I visited nurburing in 2012 and they were everywhere and rightly so. They were very impressive. What do you think of it? I nearly bought one at the start of the year but I opted for a R53 instead which I am incredibly happy with and I imagine I will be for the foreseeable future. Are they as good as everyone says they are? Probably the best colour for it bar liquid yellow which is like gold dust of course.
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May 18, 2017 16:23:38 GMT
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I collect 944 and my brother collects 911. You spoke up first. I could do with some good karma so I'll step aside and let you take them. Some cool models there!
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