New member in Gloucestershire
#1 New member in Gloucestershire
Hi folks,
Just acquired a s2 1969 import from the US, so am pretty excited to soon be driving this beautiful classic.
Currently it is going through a mechanical health check, before I then turn my attention to the body/paint work and the interior.
I think I might have a good bodywork guy, but have no idea who to turn to for the interior. Existing interior is an interesting brown velour(!), so am probably looking to get a complete overhaul.
Anyone have any recommendations?
Just acquired a s2 1969 import from the US, so am pretty excited to soon be driving this beautiful classic.
Currently it is going through a mechanical health check, before I then turn my attention to the body/paint work and the interior.
I think I might have a good bodywork guy, but have no idea who to turn to for the interior. Existing interior is an interesting brown velour(!), so am probably looking to get a complete overhaul.
Anyone have any recommendations?
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#2 Re: New member in Gloucestershire
Hi & welcome,
Get some pics up of you new pride & joy - even the brown velour, for comedy value if nothing else!
I can recommend Aldridge for trim - but there are a few others that other members have used who are also excellent. Do a search on here and you’ll get a flavour.
Have fun!
Get some pics up of you new pride & joy - even the brown velour, for comedy value if nothing else!
I can recommend Aldridge for trim - but there are a few others that other members have used who are also excellent. Do a search on here and you’ll get a flavour.
Have fun!
Richard
Previous owner and restorer of a S1 3.8 FHC Opalescent Golden Sand with Tan Trim 889504 (now sold and headed for Athens)
Previous owner and restorer of a S1 3.8 FHC Opalescent Golden Sand with Tan Trim 889504 (now sold and headed for Athens)
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#3 Re: New member in Gloucestershire
Hi..Welcom to the forum im sure you will find it very uefull....please try to put your name and car model in the signature area.......Plus one for Aldridge, Wolverhampton or BAS South Wales.....two options both sell trim for you to diy or they will both do full retrims in house....Steve
Steve
69 S2 2+2 (just sold) ..Realm C type replica, 1960 xk150fhc
69 S2 2+2 (just sold) ..Realm C type replica, 1960 xk150fhc
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#4 Re: New member in Gloucestershire
hi and welcome, aldridges are very good ,and I found very helpful if you want to DIY.
Rob Gill
Rob Gill
v12 etype 2+2
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Hi, welcome from another Gloucestershire owner. I haven't used either of them but "locally" John Skinner near Cheltenham makes DIY interior kits. https://www.john-skinner.co.uk/ and Cotswold Classic Car Restorations near Cirencester might be worth talking to http://www.cotswoldclassiccarrestoratio ... /services/
Bob
Bob
Bob
'71 S3
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Hi, I'm not too far away from you in Tewkesbury.
I also imported an E from the USA, nearly 3 years ago now and I am probably in the last 6 months of finishing the restoration, (this may slip!!!). Happy to get together and compare notes if that helps you find resources and suppliers etc.
I used Tony Williams bodyshop in Malvern for my respray. I did all the prep myself but the topcoat is too important for a DIY. They also painted my Healey and I am delighted with both.
My E Type trim was done at Aldridgeand they did a super job. I had the seats and the centre consol fitted there and the rest came in kit for to do myself. They were very helpful. I bought a kit off Skinners in Cheltenham for the Healey and it also was very good, I would certainly recommend both but Skinners only do kits and no fitting.
As others have said, make sure you add your name and car details to the footer, just the model and year, so others can help you if you ask questions in future.
Hopefully like me, you will find this forum a fantastic place for advice and help.
Do get in touch if I can help you.
Regards
Steve
I also imported an E from the USA, nearly 3 years ago now and I am probably in the last 6 months of finishing the restoration, (this may slip!!!). Happy to get together and compare notes if that helps you find resources and suppliers etc.
I used Tony Williams bodyshop in Malvern for my respray. I did all the prep myself but the topcoat is too important for a DIY. They also painted my Healey and I am delighted with both.
My E Type trim was done at Aldridgeand they did a super job. I had the seats and the centre consol fitted there and the rest came in kit for to do myself. They were very helpful. I bought a kit off Skinners in Cheltenham for the Healey and it also was very good, I would certainly recommend both but Skinners only do kits and no fitting.
As others have said, make sure you add your name and car details to the footer, just the model and year, so others can help you if you ask questions in future.
Hopefully like me, you will find this forum a fantastic place for advice and help.
Do get in touch if I can help you.
Regards
Steve
Steve living in Tewkesbury, UK
1967 E Type 4.2 series 1 OTS
1960 Austin Healey 3000 BT7
1967 E Type 4.2 series 1 OTS
1960 Austin Healey 3000 BT7
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#7 Re: New member in Gloucestershire
Hi Steve
What colour is your car? It looks like OSG ??
Robbie
What colour is your car? It looks like OSG ??
Robbie
Robbie 1962 3.8 Coupe OSG 1962 OTS ODG
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Sorry I meant ODG!!
Robbie 1962 3.8 Coupe OSG 1962 OTS ODG
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Hi Steve. I tried to send you a pm but not sure if it worked..? I'm in Highnam with a 1970 FHC which I'm about to start restoring and was wondering about meeting up so I could pick your brains about local contacts etc. !!! So if you fancy a trip down the 38 for coffee etc or if you would allow me to come and see your lovely project that would be really great.
ATB
Guy
ATB
Guy
Guy
1956 Series 1 Land rover
1970 4.2 Series 2 " project"!
1991 Defender 90 200tdi
1956 Series 1 Land rover
1970 4.2 Series 2 " project"!
1991 Defender 90 200tdi
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Hi Guy - you have PM
Bob
'71 S3
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Hi Bob ... I think I've sent a reply. But slightly confused as the message says it's in the outbox not sent? ... Not sure if I'm doing something wrong here....
Guy
Guy
Guy
1956 Series 1 Land rover
1970 4.2 Series 2 " project"!
1991 Defender 90 200tdi
1956 Series 1 Land rover
1970 4.2 Series 2 " project"!
1991 Defender 90 200tdi
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#12 Re: New member in Gloucestershire
Hi Guy....when you send a message it stays in your outbox untill the recipiant opens it.....Steve
Steve
69 S2 2+2 (just sold) ..Realm C type replica, 1960 xk150fhc
69 S2 2+2 (just sold) ..Realm C type replica, 1960 xk150fhc
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#13 Re: New member in Gloucestershire
Aha....Thank you..
Guy
Guy
Guy
1956 Series 1 Land rover
1970 4.2 Series 2 " project"!
1991 Defender 90 200tdi
1956 Series 1 Land rover
1970 4.2 Series 2 " project"!
1991 Defender 90 200tdi
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