A couple of upgrades to my new E

[OBRUT]

the original wheel has been replaced with a 380mm silver spoke nardi, the flashing-lights CD player has been replaced with a vinyl covered block off plate and the driver's seat has been replaced with a corduroy-centred recaro sport (that i've been hoarding for a while)

i'm about 6' 1" and the new wheel and seat have transformed my fit and comfort for in this car. it is so much better/easier to drive.

the obligatory personalised plate has also a been fitted...

whaduyureckon?

[reedminor]

Like the nardi... you nicked that from New Zealand didn't you? That and the car.

I almost bought one on ebay but thought I should check trade me... that's where you got it wasn't it?

[OBRUT]

hey justin

yep, found the nardi on trademe (like the car...). it is the most comfortable wheel i've ever used - diameter, grip thickness, offset etc. cost about 1/3rd of the ones i have been tracking them on US ebay.

[TonyC]

I was driving back from Eastern Creek today (Ryan where were you) and thinking I wouldnt mind a smaller diameter steering wheel. Hmmmm......

[e72phil]

That was a great find Ryan, very period correct.

[OBRUT]

thanks phil


tony

you're welcome to drive the E and give a smaller wheel a trial. alternatively, i have a SAAS wheel in the same diameter (but deeper dish) that you're welcome to borrow for a trial. i like to sit pretty close and it didn't work with my seating position. (i'm sure we can find a spare boss somewhere)

[Porsche]

Looks great and very functional, Ryan.

[Terminator]

I've got an all black Prototipo for sale Tony

[TonyC]

thanks Ryan would love to take you up on that.

Clyde you got a pic? BTW did you get some pix from me over weekend?

Also the vintage timber/aluminium Nardi wheels - are they earlier? Like would it be sacrilege to put one in my car... I love the look of them. I suppose they would usually be larger diameter though?

tony

[Porsche]

I love the look of timber wheels too...

[OBRUT]

"Also the vintage timber/aluminium Nardi wheels - are they earlier? Like would it be sacrilege to put one in my car... I love the look of them. I suppose they would usually be larger diameter though?"

i think i've seen them in a few sizes. as to whether or not its sacriliege - its your car and you should do unto it what you like (just keep the original wheel for the day you decide to sell...)

[alexwebster]

no the timber wheels are the same. I have examples of the Prototipo and the wooden and leather Nardi. Will post when I have a pic for you Tony.

[TonyC]

thanks alex