Early 2.0 Si for restoration
Posted: Tue Aug 16, 2022 8:55 pm
1990 on a G plate with 76k on the clock. Going by the RP number (4930) it is the 9th oldest known car. Romano velour interior, Italia alloys and platinum metallic grey. Also has a fully working glovebox catch! (gas strut is dead though).
The upper bodywork is fairly straight and presentable but there are a few scabby bits on door bottoms, front wings and the boot lid as to be expected. Rear towing eye became detached when trying to move it and hairline cracked the lower rear bumper.
Usual rust in both sills and some isolated areas of the floor. Rear cross member at back of boot will need repairing but the subframe mounts seem OK ish. I have dropped the subframe to repair an LHM leak, however most pipes appear quite good considering. Nearside strut top definitely needs changing but I might have a spare to throw in.
It starts and drives enough for loading, although the doseur valve is a bit sticky (will try to free it). Owned by a friend for many years it was probably last on the road in the late 90s. Waiting for the paperwork and V5 document to confirm.
Will obviously need fully recomissioning in terms of brakes, tyres, spheres, servicing etc etc but as an early example it is well worth saving. There may be other problems that I haven't noticed but I'm happy to answer any questions or provide further photos if needed.
Car is close to Market Rasen in Lincolnshire.
Looking to recoup my costs so wanting £250.
The upper bodywork is fairly straight and presentable but there are a few scabby bits on door bottoms, front wings and the boot lid as to be expected. Rear towing eye became detached when trying to move it and hairline cracked the lower rear bumper.
Usual rust in both sills and some isolated areas of the floor. Rear cross member at back of boot will need repairing but the subframe mounts seem OK ish. I have dropped the subframe to repair an LHM leak, however most pipes appear quite good considering. Nearside strut top definitely needs changing but I might have a spare to throw in.
It starts and drives enough for loading, although the doseur valve is a bit sticky (will try to free it). Owned by a friend for many years it was probably last on the road in the late 90s. Waiting for the paperwork and V5 document to confirm.
Will obviously need fully recomissioning in terms of brakes, tyres, spheres, servicing etc etc but as an early example it is well worth saving. There may be other problems that I haven't noticed but I'm happy to answer any questions or provide further photos if needed.
Car is close to Market Rasen in Lincolnshire.
Looking to recoup my costs so wanting £250.