Going to look at a Wedge - need advice

[dixieflatline]

I'm going to look at a Wedge (280i) in Selston near Mansfield on Saturday and I was wondering if anybody knows a mechanic around that area who can give it a once over? I've never owned (or even driven) a Wedge before and no matter how many buyers guides I've looked at I would be much happier if someone who actually knows what they're looking for is able to see it. I'm not looking for a freebie - it would be money well spent, I just don't know where to start!

[RussWood]

Richard Thorpe (RT Racing) <http://www.rtracing.co.uk/content/about.html> is a wedge specialist who is based in Sheffield, he is an all-round good guy and will advise you on a good mechanic in the area.

When you get the car (or whichever wedge you finally choose) you will need to get to know Richard for parts etc.

Russ

[dixieflatline]

brilliant, cheers Russ! I'll drop him a line tomorrow.

[Wedg1e]

My mate Paul C. had a 280 drophead in Mansfield, wonder if it's his car? Used to be bright yellow. Think it had Rover grey leather seats fitted.

[dixieflatline]

This one's a green hardtop. A bit more subtle than bright yellow!

[sphs2]

hi, i live in long eaton, i could pop up and give some advice if you like. Where is the car advertised?

[dixieflatline]

hi sphs2, the contact Russ gave me was able to help me out but thanks for the offer, much appreciated. Russ, thanks again, 'all round good guy' is an apt descripton!

[Wedg1e]

RussWood said:

you will need to get to know Richard for parts etc.

Russ

There are other options of course. Like most motor factors...

[Brap_Brap]

Going to look at a Wedge - need advice

My advice is don't foolishly run out and buy the first wedge you see.
I made that mistake, paid far more than its condition warranted and am
now paying for it big time.

[dixieflatline]

I've promised myself I won't do that! That's why I'm looking for a mechanic beforehand otherwise I know I'll be overcome by the sound of the engine and buy the first one I see.