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New member

Posted: Tue Feb 05, 2013 7:47 pm
by Roverland90
Bought this today, don't know anything about it... HELP!! Lol[frame]Image[/frame]

Re: New member

Posted: Tue Feb 05, 2013 8:00 pm
by moggiethouable
Welcome, you are clearly a man of great fortitude and possess an optimists sense of the absurd. :lol:
I believe this is indeed a Morris Minor, or at the very least part of one.
Do you intend to rebuild, or perhaps resurrect may be more appropriate, this poor dilapidated piece of British Engineering craftsmanship?

Re: New member

Posted: Tue Feb 05, 2013 8:58 pm
by beero
Nothing a bit of Tcut won't cure! Welcome.

Re: New member

Posted: Tue Feb 05, 2013 9:44 pm
by les
Welcome, and I feel your pain!

Re: New member

Posted: Tue Feb 05, 2013 10:08 pm
by DAVIDMCCULLOUGH
So its an early 50s minor convertible with potential! Good luck with your project :D

Re: New member

Posted: Tue Feb 05, 2013 10:16 pm
by jagnut66
Hello and welcome.............
A brave man indeed................
But a worthy project, please keep us updated (with photos) as you progress.
Good luck and best wishes,
Mike.

Re: New member

Posted: Wed Feb 06, 2013 2:22 am
by Roverland90
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Re: New member

Posted: Wed Feb 06, 2013 2:23 am
by Roverland90
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Re: New member

Posted: Wed Feb 06, 2013 2:26 am
by Audrey1955
If its an original convertible not an aftermarket conversion, then its a pretty rare find. Ive got a 3 door split screen , though not a convertible, buts thats a rare find indeed :D

Personally, without being biased, I much prefer the split screen minors, much more character, and made from thicker, better quality steel, though looks like yours may need a bit of love :D

Re: New member barn find split screen convertiable

Posted: Wed Feb 06, 2013 2:30 am
by Roverland90
Is this car worth restoring?? Is it anything special? Or is it one of millions produced? What would it be worth if it was done nice... Is it worth anything as it is at moment( very good shell just need a few patche bottem of inner wins.. Anything u can tell me about this car would be great.. Very new to this type of thing. Steve.[frame]Image[/frame]

Re: New member

Posted: Wed Feb 06, 2013 10:45 pm
by DAVIDMCCULLOUGH
A split screen convertible is fairly unusual and quite sought after, especially if it is an original and not a saloon that's had it roof removed. Does it have an engine and gearbox? Is the interoir all there and what condition? Does it have a registration? All theses things will affect what it is worth. Most panels are available, trim is readily available and mechanical bits are easy. A well restored convertible should be worth from about £4000 upwards depending on the quality of finish.

Are you planning to restore it?

Re: New member

Posted: Wed Feb 06, 2013 11:47 pm
by PaulTubby
welcome aboard! :D