Recent content by tony nij

Hi Neil, I would like to attend this one if I can make the time ....Im based down in Hastings so not too far for a day out in my recently restored GTD..... What is the itinerary, access parking etc....many thanks Tony Nijhuis

Thanks Guys, Found a serial No 73GB11000AA on the motor....popped it into google turns out to be a 3L Capri/Ganny. Replacement high torque version from Powerlight is a RAC407......happy days

Hi Guys, Can anyone tell me where i can get a replacement starter motor for my 1992 GTD. The current one i know its not a FORD unit.... Looking for a hi-torque replacement Cheers

Yep there will be a few more Q plates....there was a GT40 on ebay a few months ago and the dealer stated it was registered on a 67 Ford Coupe and offered to put a Q plate to be legitimate.....still wanted £70k When I bought my Q GTD it was still worth spending money on....I call it my...

The Q plate make no different to the insurance so it is down to perception and myth...strangely, its is an age thing.. people over 40 in the UK tend to remember the Q plates being on the bastard built vehicle from scrap yard parts....nowadays, this just isn't practical which is why we see Toyota...

I wouldn't be put off by a Q plate....remember that a GT40 race car we all aspire to, wouldn't of had a registration on it in the first place. I was in the same position last year looking for a 40, but the prices were skyrocketing and having been gazumped twice by THT snatching a car from...

still looking Guys.....

Still looking Guys....any leads would be good.....cheers

No but that will be the next port of call Shaun..... Frank called me this morning and we had a long chat about cars, engineering and aviation...a really genuine guy and no doubt will be meeting him soon as he's only just up the road. Hopefully some contacts will materialise soon and I can stop...

Thanks Guys, PM sent to Frank..... Nice to have an expert so close!....literally just down the road....good sign for the future i hope:thumbsup: Tony

Hi All, Just joined the forum with hopes of finding my next project (bucket lister)....if anyone has, or knows of, a GT40 which needs finishing or in need of refurbishment or just a little tired then please let me know. I'm based in the UK (south coast) so UK cars only please. Many thanks...