New Addition (Pic Heavy)

Well today was the day i picked up Bluey2 (named by mia again). Day started in glorious sunshine so me and Sue set of for Aldershot Via the A283 all the wat from Shoreham Superb drive through the Sussex and Surrey countryside.

We got to Aldershot in just over an hour and got to see the car which looked a bit neglected, In need of a gassing and a Bloody good clean,





Did the customary Checks and noticed there was hardly any in the coolant tank. of course my first thought was head Gasket so i was thinking walk away then came the fun part.

As the car was at a main Dealaer for another brand of car He said pull it in the workshop and the boys will have a look at it. Well 2 Mechanics were scratching their heads as to what to do as i was explaining that the car will have to be filled, beld and pressure tested, before I agree to take it away.

After I showed them where the engine hatch was and undid the hood clips and the engine cover I showed them how to bleed the car Until I was happy. Respect to the dealer as he actually offered me the chance to walk away from the deal even though the Car was bought unseen off of eBay.

Anyway after a cautions drive home thinking Please Please don't overheat (which actually turned out to be a very good and pleasant drive) We got home and Karl and I got to work detailing to see what was what after a good wash T-cut and hoovering out what seemed to be a Farm / Beach from the drivers footwell and Chearing the Mildew off the hood we are left with this.






So all in all Very happy with how she turned out. She will be off for MOT this week all that is needed is New Back box as she is rattling a fair bit,Front Number Plate, Head Light bulb, Washer Jet Motor, and 2 Rear Tyres And of course a gassing.

Scrubs up nicely, how much did she cost if you don't mind me asking.

I love the '283, did it last week down to Henfield, we then went over the **** and down into Hove to buy a Sofa, the kids were disapointed when we got home with no Sofa, it didn't quite fit in the boot!

I've just posted a thread about washer pumps which may be of interest.

talkingcars;12544 wrote: Scrubs up nicely, how much did she cost if you don't mind me asking.

I love the '283, did it last week down to Henfield, we then went over the **** and down into Hove to buy a Sofa, the kids were disapointed when we got home with no Sofa, it didn't quite fit in the boot!

I've just posted a thread about washer pumps which may be of interest.

She cost £601 Can't believe i got her so cheap and with the work needed being so minimal too. Ill have a look at your thread thanks. Where abouts in sussex are you we get together for tinkering quite often as i also have an abingdon in the garage but that's a bit more of a project. your welcome to join us

Bargin.

We are in Horsham.

talkingcars;12556 wrote: Bargin.

We are in Horsham.

I am in southwick so not too far I'll let you know when the next tinkering day is would be good to meet you oh and thanks for the washer motor tip.

Not sure if you have removed the fury inner lining from the hood, but I used a hoover with the brush attachment and mine cleaned up nicely. No liquids, no specialist cleaners, just a hoover.

Car looks good. I love a bargain.

CJJ;12558 wrote: Not sure if you have removed the fury inner lining from the hood, but I used a hoover with the brush attachment and mine cleaned up nicely. No liquids, no specialist cleaners, just a hoover.

Car looks good. I love a bargain.

Thanks for the tip Clive sponged it off with damp sponge and it's as good as new.

Can't believe how well it came up to be honest.

Cleans up nicely mate! Good to see now we're getting warmer weather all the proects are starting up again. Hope she earns ya a tidy profit ready for your next one. :thumbsup:

Kara;12577 wrote: Cleans up nicely mate! Good to see now we're getting warmer weather all the proects are starting up again. Hope she earns ya a tidy profit ready for your next one. :thumbsup:

Thanks mate fingers crossed eh. Projects haven't stopped Weve been working in the wind tunnelthat is my driveway and abi is ready to fire up this weekend as well.

Reminds me of mine when i got her.

Great colour choice BTW.

Good luck with the project

mg_roadster;12627 wrote: Thanks mate fingers crossed eh. Projects haven't stopped Weve been working in the wind tunnelthat is my driveway and abi is ready to fire up this weekend as well.

Wow that's great news! Well I might well see you & Abi this weekend as we're down in Southwick visiting Harry so might pop by if you fancy a visit?