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Hi Paul, Good to see you are getting some feedback. To state the obvious I would strongly recommend that you visit Mick at Southern GT and Andy at Tornado. You are going to be spending a lot of money and therefore you need to feel comfortable with the person you are dealing with. As individuals...

Hi Marcus, I hope you saw the reply from Andy Sheldon at Tornado. There are a number of engine rebuilding companies who can issue an engine dating certificate. HOWEVER, before rushing ahead I strongly advise you talk to Andy at Tornado or Mick Solis at Southern GT. They regularly put customers...

If you want to talk to an expert (and very friendly/helpful guy) then call Chris Cole (01952 416051). He rebuilds & supplies UN1 gearboxes and will be able to answer all your questions in seconds.

Just coming back to the original question (as far as the UK is concerned) ...... it is easy to see that sales are VERY slow. Just a quick look on Pistonheads shows 5 cars currently advertised with 3 different dealers at prices between £70,000 and £87,500. Some of these have been on the market...

This announcement poses some very interesting questions. Unless EVERY single member is given the opportunity to be part of the proposed conference call and has the facilities to participate then it is not valid as an AGM. How will voting take place. How will the Club Accounts be presented and...

Absolutely suggest you try Classic Line. I moved all my vehicles (classic cars and domestic vehicles) from Footman James over to Classic Line. Easy people to deal with and always helpful.

Well done Martin ..... we are all cheering for you. Ditto Paulbav above, please explain your comment about reflector/body open. I've not heard anything like this before. It is good to share as much information as possible, as this can be vital input for those currently in build (which is quite a...

Hi Guys ........ it's probably worth mentioning for those in the UK, that if you use braided hoses on a new build then make sure you have appropriate paperwork for the hoses as the IVA inspector may ask to see proof that hoses are 'fit for purpose' i.e. you have supporting documentation that the...

Hi Darren, I've been meaning to contact you ....... unfortunately the other event (not car related) that I'm involved with once again clashes with the NEC dates. It's becoming a pain, as this seems to be a regular situation. I would love to be on the stand again (and with car), so maybe next...

Hi Marcus ....... I'm not trying to be negative ...... however you describe the car as a 'Barn Find Kit', do you know what make the kit is and how old. The standards of the IVA test are now much higher and an old kit will have many areas where it will be non-compliant. If you are considering...

Mark ....... please let us know how you get this resolved as there seems to be a 'lost the plot' situation continually going on at the DVLA. I have a friend who is very involved with various DoT consultations and he has an 'ear' at a very high level and I report this type of nonsense to him so...

Hi Mark ........ just catching up with the Forum postings ....... can I offer my congratulations. I too have an MDA car, which is painted in Ferrari Rosso Corsa red ..... this causes much amusement to those who understand the 'tongue in cheek' aspect of the car being in a Ferrari colour...

Hi Graham & Paul ...... thanks for your replies. I've now received the email from John C ...... congrats to the new committee members and I wish you all every success in your new roles. Paul ...... I hear your car has gone back over the Channel. I feel pleased and sad for you in equal measure !!!

Can anyone state anything about the AGM? There is no 'News' on the Club web site. Who is on the Committee now and in what positions?

Guys ....... the latest DRAFT changes to the IVA regs can be found at: Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) inspection manual: cars - GOV.UK Don't forget this is a draft, therefore we will have to wait and see what final amendments are made. In parallel with this, the consultation that impacts...

Hi Craig, I echo the statements above. Visit the potential suppliers and make sure you get on with them on a personal level. You are going to be spending a lot of money with them and you will need their support all the way through a build. The other thing that is important is the ability to...

Nick ..... I've sent you a PM. Please read it's important.

Nick ....... you are correct in what you say. The recent consultation has now ended and I, like many others, are awaiting the outcome. The proposal to remove the concession of an 'Engine Dating Certificate' is deeply worrying. I was involved on several forums with regard to writing letters to...

Hi Nick, Not sure if you are aware but there are further amendments in the pipeline to the IVA regs ...... it's available in Draft form now. Probably a good idea to have a read and keep your eye on what gets implemented. There is no question that test stations are already getting tougher...