'68 SWB in UK

[Terminator]

Thanks. Should arrive mid November.
Bodywork has been done and the engine has been rebuilt. Just need to change carpets, rear seats and front door panels.

Yeah, right

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Yeah, right

I have the restoration photos.

[Terminator]

OK will hold you to those 3 things Peter

Looks like a very nice car for sure, well bought too hope the inbound fees don't get too far out of control

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OK will hold you to those 3 things Peter

Looks like a very nice car for sure, well bought too hope the inbound fees don't get too far out of control

Maybe a dry ice blast, engine tinware, suspension repaint, zinc plating, rechrome a few bits

[Merv]

Just back in phone range now in the NT. Brilliant Peter. Very pleased for you. Looks a great car. Well done on the door panels. Original is best. Let me know if I can help further. +1 on the 68 sub-register.

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Thanks Merv. Thanks for the heads up on the Kardex as well, got one emailed to me the other day.

[mickc]

Is it here yet? Wondering if i missed the photos in the 'show your ride' thread?

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Hi Mick
It arrived the week before Christmas so we didn't get a chance to get a RWC. It was delivered straight to Kane's workshop so I've only seen it a couple of times. I'll take a few photos and post them after the holidays.

[mickc]

Thanks for the update Pete. Hopefully it has been a smooth process

[Bremith]

Be interested in what the extra costs added up to on top of the actual sale costs Peter if you were open to sharing.

[Terminator]

Given all the bits he is buying quite a bit..... plus the shipping end extras from customs and their mates

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Hi Mitchell
Im away at the moment but happy to share what the costs are when I get back.
Clyde, I have been buying quite a few parts for it (early S has become my best friend), now this is the part when you say 'I told you so'. Maybe I'm a fussy pr$&k but the car was not what I expected or as described even after I had a PPI done in the U.K. The 68 will go in for a rotisserie full bare metal respray next month, then that means engine out, new trim, headlights, tail lights and the list goes on and on. I'll start a thread when the resto starts.

[ELSPORTO]

Pete,
I'm nearly (ish) done on a nut and bolt resto of a '68 and happy to share resources / contacts if you need.
Ben.

[9er]

That is terrible news Peter, I know that you are fussy, but for there to be such a difference between expectation and the actual means something was wrong.

Maybe jumping on a plane is the best thing to do when the stakes are high.?

If i can help in any way please let me know.

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Yes Chris may have been a cheaper option flying to the UK. I considered flipping it but I'll keep it and have some fun restoring it. I may regret it when I see the final dollar figure