andyelcomb Posted January 18, 2023 Report Share Posted January 18, 2023 Decided it's time to part with an old friend who has been languishing in lockups since the mid '80s... Good old bus started up without too much persuasion, but won't drive away as I've taken the front calipers off and the clutch is rusted on. Other than that mechanically it's not a difficult project for someone, but it will need quite a lot of bodywork surgery. Was hoping to sell the registration separately but I believe it has to be roadworthy for a while before I can do that so it's now out there on Facebook Marketplace and Car & Classics at £5500 - let's see how it goes. Certainly had lots of initial interest but no offers near what I want yet. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted January 18, 2023 Report Share Posted January 18, 2023 That doesn't look too bad for a 60 year old motor. How much are mint ones selling for? Could it be worth getting it roadworthy at least and getting more for it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Posted January 18, 2023 Report Share Posted January 18, 2023 Get yerself unwell and put up a sob story, I'll volunteer it for Car SOS. 😊 But seriously, it looks like it could be a good project for someone so I hope it sells well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyelcomb Posted January 19, 2023 Author Report Share Posted January 19, 2023 Really good ones don't command big money yet and this was never that pretty when it was young. Really don't have the time now I'm approaching state pension age so just want it gone now. It is probably better than most true barn finds, but it will need quite a bit of welding and should go on a jig as although all the wheels point the right direction they are a tad offset. Drove ok after this, but managed to break right wrist well and truly... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted February 16, 2023 Report Share Posted February 16, 2023 Had any interest in the car Andy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyelcomb Posted February 20, 2023 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2023 Yes, a fair bit and a few offers £4-4.5K but am holding out for the time being. Don't really understand why some ask for a few more pics or info and then just don't repsond any more, but it isn't a true time-waster yet so not that bothered. After having got partially underneath is doesnt look too bad and its only really the sills and offside A post that really needs surgery so am tempted to see if I can get it properly driveable so it would pass an inspection if I put the registration on retention for selling later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddie Posted February 21, 2023 Report Share Posted February 21, 2023 I like the look of it but someone my size would never fit in a sprite! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted February 21, 2023 Report Share Posted February 21, 2023 On 20/02/2023 at 10:47, andyelcomb said: Yes, a fair bit and a few offers £4-4.5K but am holding out for the time being. Don't really understand why some ask for a few more pics or info and then just don't repsond any more, but it isn't a true time-waster yet so not that bothered. After having got partially underneath is doesnt look too bad and its only really the sills and offside A post that really needs surgery so am tempted to see if I can get it properly driveable so it would pass an inspection if I put the registration on retention for selling later. That's good then, shows they are sought after even with the usual timewasters. Have you thought about trying an auction (with a reserve) like mathewsons? From watching the show there is always interest in old cars like these. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyelcomb Posted February 22, 2023 Author Report Share Posted February 22, 2023 Yes, might go to auction but will see if I can sell without fees first! I think getting it mobile would help a lot. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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