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by Furbz
Fri Dec 09, 2022 12:21 pm
Forum: Series 1
Topic: Serie 1 Roadster advice
Replies: 9
Views: 5786
South Africa

Re: Serie 1 Roadster advice

agreed. it was purchased from an owner who owned it for 20 years. the dealer then drove it up not really paying attention to the increasing gearbox whine - a real pity. but yes. i will not be going after this car - i think its a good unmolested version that could do with a proper restoration. but it...
by Furbz
Thu Dec 08, 2022 4:03 pm
Forum: Series 1
Topic: Serie 1 Roadster advice
Replies: 9
Views: 5786
South Africa

Re: Serie 1 Roadster advice

by the sounds of it this might not be the right car for me. i'm not looking to do a full rebuild or anything along those lines i'd rather have a good condition car that i can tinker on - i don't mind replacing rubbers or doing suspension work. but full engine builds and body repair is likely one hur...
by Furbz
Thu Dec 08, 2022 9:49 am
Forum: Series 1
Topic: Serie 1 Roadster advice
Replies: 9
Views: 5786
South Africa

Serie 1 Roadster advice

Hi All, I am contemplating purchasing a series 1 Roadster. the car in question was driven up from Cape Town to Johannesburg - unfortunately the gearbox did not have any oil in it and is now toast. the car now has the engine out and gearbox out (all original) the dealership is likely going to replace...