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Aug 18th, 2022, 22:16 | #31 | |
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As it is, i feel it would be a travesty to do a 'show 'n shine' full restoration on this particular car, as it would lose the whole patina that makes these old cars we love, let alone the ££. My only concern about the scuttle, has come from my last 12 months of being on here, as I'm pretty certain I've seen many posts about damp inside have related to bad screen surround and/or heater valve issues. I have enjoyed the posts of your projects so far, and I'm sure we all look forward to more to come next week!!! Your detail on planning and cost monitoring is exemplary, I do retain all paperwork but just try to block out the mental calculator adding it all up I am hoping to retire in the next 1-2 years, so an 'ideal car project' will need to wait till then, and I would try to find a base vehicle that I feel messing with it, won't destroy history, or one that needs saving, like you I don't count my time, it's a hobby albeit a very frustrating one for a newbie. Cheers Steve |
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Aug 18th, 2022, 22:28 | #32 |
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The voice of reason, common sense and sanity as always, Alan. Problem is, unfortunately not all of us share your admiral sense of self-discipline and sometimes allow our heart to trump our head when it comes to our motor-cars.
I can remember when 140s changed hands for a few hundred pounds. My 145E was a case in point; bought for £600 in 1984 on a whim whilst on holiday in Bournemouth. True, it was an early FI which pulled like a train, but it remained an essentially simple car which leant itself to home maintenance. Later, l had a '72 DL auto that we took to Sweden and followed a Mercedes ambulance with my FIL on board at speeds of up to 100 MPH with MIL having kittens in the back! I agree with you that if Steve is looking for an example which he can drive, enjoy and improve, then, at perhaps £5 - 6 K, it would be a strong contender. But he is right to be concerned about the rust, which could be more advanced than appears at first sight. Like Steve, I would want to know more and what I might be letting myself in for. With the greatest if respect, I think it could potentially be rather more than a simple 'rattle-can' job, but at the price stated, could make for a most satisfying project. At £8K plus, I think that I would probably pass. But who knows what someone may feel that it is worth to them on the day? That is the double-edged sword of all auctions. Regards, John.
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You may be right about the windscreen surround John, it is hard to say from the photos. My point wasn’t really about the specifics of the repair though (I know nothing about 140s), it was regarding keeping the project in context. I wonder whether the ‘perfect’ might become the enemy of the ‘perfectly adequate’ with a project like this, particularly if Steve doesn’t keep a tight rein on costs.
Alan PS. I have just looked at the original ad again John, and notice the guide price is £7-9,000. I wouldn't have thought there was much chance of picking it up for £5-6,000 (although it is an auction...).
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Aug 19th, 2022, 10:30 | #35 |
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Hi Steve
I first saw the you tube video a few days ago and it sparked my interest in Volvo estates I had a 240 in the early 80s had it for 10 years and it was a brilliant car anyway after seeing the video I started looking for car’s for sale I came across the car your looking at but have the same problem I couldn’t view it.I didn’t think it looked to bad I can put up with imperfections on older cars . I have joined the forum this morning and will be looking for a 145 estate anyway best of loo if you decide to bid Regards Mick |
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Decision made- I’m not registering to bid on the auction and I will just see if I can watch it as website says you can, via YT link. Just out of interest of course…
Probably will kick myself if it goes cheap.😀 Anyway I took a punt on the guy with the wheels on eBay, sent him a message and he’s just sent me a YT walk round video, enjoy below…. https://youtu.be/9wTZwiV_yo8 Think Luke might have moved to Surbiton 😀😀 as in my novice eyes, it looks to have twin Webers and banded wheels??? Not one for me again, but someone might be interested??? Cheers Steve |
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Aug 19th, 2022, 15:05 | #40 |
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Hi,
Guy with wheels for sale on eBay, did email me back a YT link showing a walk around of his 145 that I think should be posted on eBay over the weekend sometime. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=9wTZwi...ature=youtu.be Think that this one would be one for Luke😀 as in my novice eyes, it looks to have twin Webers and possibly banded wheels?? Anyone interested then I'd suggest contacting seller on the wheel posting, no idea on what he'll be looking for it though...... Cheers Steve |
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