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E type bonnets aren't getting any better

30/11/2025

E type bonnets aren't getting any better. Another to have all the rust cut out and rebuilt.

it's definitely the Jag getting modified as soon as the 2CV is finalised

28/11/2025

Well thanks to Mark Lambourne it's definitely the Jag getting modified as soon as the 2CV is finalised ! This will be an easy one as have all the bits !

Not everyone has a big budget for their classic car.

28/11/2025

Not everyone has a big budget for their classic car. This owner has got himself a very rare Daimler S1 swb 4.2 manual with overdrive and is having it done in very small stages. This way he is able to use the car as well. Yes I know the rad cap is missing but awaiting a new one having had the manifold off to sort out some leaks and rebuild the carbs. I found bolts in places that carbs just don't have them but all sorted and running sweetly for him now.

Customer said 'Its had the thermostat done' as was running a bit hot

25/11/2025

Customer said 'Its had the thermostat done' as was running a bit hot . I think he meant somebody took the top hose off and put a punch to it. Can only assume it was stuck closed.