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Old Jun 22nd, 2021, 18:56   #10
XCR
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Originally Posted by sdg1970 View Post
I don't understand the mentality behind 'factory fresh' bodywork. A few dings and scrapes gives these cars oodles of character imo - if it were me, I'd spend any money on getting the engine and transmission fully serviced and making sure it's boosting spot on. Then use it as a daily.
Agreed.
Get her running nicely then spend time on each panel as time and budget allow. PDR, machine polish and if necessary off to the bodyshop for a tidy of the front end.
A door is around £60 and if the tailgate is bad its a straightforward job too.
This should not be a parts car for the sake of bodywork....well worth the effort considering the purchase price.
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