Finally Home

[jaybee747]

Finally got it home after two months of waiting and work and a very patient seller. Thanks John.
Anyhow. I'm tracking down various parts in the future but does anyone know any outlet for the rear screen. Searches for this go back way too far for any information to be relevant. Will also be keeping as close to original as possible so as I crack on with this project, information from you guys will be so much appreciated.
Anyway does anyone know the car originally. MEO734K.

John

[jaybee747]

Thanks SLOW M, it doesn't seem to be there now though.

John

[jaybee747]

Thanks for that.
Will be doing business soon.
Much more work to be done first though. Once all panels are mated with decent shutlines, then it's dismantling time to see what state the chassis is in. Then all hell breaks loose.
Jaybee

[jaybee747]

And a bit more.
Looking forward to it though. Haven't built a car for many years. (old capri days)
Just forgotten a lot of the basics. Sure it will come back to me.
Jaybee

[jaybee747]

Hi Moto

Thanks.

Due to the fact it's virtually complete, I think Standard. However, as and when I can do it, subtle changes may happen but only things that would have been done to the cars as an improvement. Alternator instead of dynamo etc.
I think the only nightmare for me will be the dashboard as it is non standard (I think). I will post more pictures when possible but I am well and truly sunk at work at this time.

Jaybee

[jaybee747]

Hi

Tax disc in the car, runs out on 31 July 1979. the gentleman I purchased from had it 2 years I believe before an accident. Then repaired fibreglass, put in the garage and not seen the road since.
Is there any possibility that someone knows purchasing details from the factory for cars of this era, given the chassis no. and or registration.

Jaybee

[jaybee747]

Guys

Unfortunately no twin 40's or any (as far as I Know) special decals. The striping is, as far as I can tell, hand applied so to speak. As is the bonnet paint as I will post when I get the chance to photograph the car some more.
pictures to come soon as many more questions I need answered as to originality of certain things about the car.

Jaybee

[jaybee747]

Nice

Lucky for you it came a little more complete than mine. The side decals on mine are stickers with the exception of the S which is tippex or something of that nature. When I get chance I will email the TVRCC to try and get some info on the first sale of the vehicle.

Jaybee

[jaybee747]

SO HERE GOES. What is or isn't original about that dashboard?
Is the steering wheel correct?
Chassis/Engine no.
Original seats?
Condition of engine bay.
Spares with the car. Trim, spare wheel, bumpers, lights etc and some unidentifiable trim.
Got to be original.
A one off decal.

Any thoughts on those questions guys.

Thanks Jaybee

[jaybee747]

Thanks you guys.

I did a search a couple of months back and added favourites to my browser, regarding the dashboard. Don't seem to have saved the one on pictures, so will search again. Seats are fabric in the centre and told by the former keeper that he believes are original. The gauges are smiths with black rims with the exception of one. Will they be accurate to the senders? The fuel gauge probably won't work as there is a rattle coming from the petrol tank! Old sender collapsed? But on the upside, I have identified all the trim panels and all is complete. Even the spare wheel cover, if that's original. Fits perfect on the spare. Is the centre console correct? Opened the ashtray to see if I might find some spare change, it was full of cigarette butts. Oh well. Chassis has plenty of surface rust but I believe will be OK after cleaning and coating. Just have to find a suitable place in Yorkshire to do this. Anyone?
Again many thanks for the Info and I'll post more pics when I advance on the car.

Jaybee

[jaybee747]

Hi Moto

The gear knob has the correct reverse, would this just make it a ford item and TVR had its own?
Thanks for the info on the chassis no. I still have to get in touch with TVRCC to see if they have any info on the original purchase.

Jaybee

Oh, forgot to mention about the ignition switch. this has a column mounted switch which has been butchered. the former owner has the key and barrel and the rest has been supplied with the car. Have the cars ever been fitted with a column ignition with steering lock or has this been retrofitted?

Jaybee

Edited by jaybee747 on Saturday 30th July 18:07

[jaybee747]

Hi

Very nice transformation!
Hope mine can be anywhere near that little beaut.
Do you know a reputable chassis company in Yorks by any chance?

Jaybee