Another newbie to the forum
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Another newbie to the forum
HI There
Been watching for a while, but have decided to join in the fun.
I've a history of restoring various cars and now I feel its time for something cool, have a nice new decent size garage to fill and a fancy for something American. The MOPAR cars appeal to me more than others, except for early Camaro's (but they are way out of budget). So hopefully I will get to a meet or 2 over the year, but being based in the north of Scotland it is not so easy to go and see these things up close.
Very much into the 70's style and have a real fancy for a Roadrunner or Duster maybe even a Challenger (if I save up long enough). Will be asking for advice on what's best, what to look out for and if no-one minds might even pick brains over specific cars.
Happy to do work (mechanical, interiors, paint) not so keen on welding so a project would be considered, however I'm more interested in cruising in the sunshine with my shades on these days so we shall see.
Anyway I look forward to talking to you all and getting some cool opinions.
Cheers
Sandy
Been watching for a while, but have decided to join in the fun.
I've a history of restoring various cars and now I feel its time for something cool, have a nice new decent size garage to fill and a fancy for something American. The MOPAR cars appeal to me more than others, except for early Camaro's (but they are way out of budget). So hopefully I will get to a meet or 2 over the year, but being based in the north of Scotland it is not so easy to go and see these things up close.
Very much into the 70's style and have a real fancy for a Roadrunner or Duster maybe even a Challenger (if I save up long enough). Will be asking for advice on what's best, what to look out for and if no-one minds might even pick brains over specific cars.
Happy to do work (mechanical, interiors, paint) not so keen on welding so a project would be considered, however I'm more interested in cruising in the sunshine with my shades on these days so we shall see.
Anyway I look forward to talking to you all and getting some cool opinions.
Cheers
Sandy
Re: Another newbie to the forum
Welcome Sandy
Are we there yet dad ..... 10 to the gallon but worth it.
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Re: Another newbie to the forum
Welcome!
I think we now have two Scottish "Sandys"
If you like 1st Gen Camaros, look at the Brooklands pictures for the Black '69 COPO car
...and of course some wonderful Mopars to inspire you!
All the best
Pete
I think we now have two Scottish "Sandys"
If you like 1st Gen Camaros, look at the Brooklands pictures for the Black '69 COPO car
...and of course some wonderful Mopars to inspire you!
All the best
Pete
Pete Wiseman; Cambridge.
Mopar by the grace of God
Mopar by the grace of God
Re: Another newbie to the forum
Welcome to the club
It's all about Smiles per gallon !!!
68 Coronet sedan 500 4 door
Dodge Ram SRT 10
MMA-013
68 Coronet sedan 500 4 door
Dodge Ram SRT 10
MMA-013
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Re: Another newbie to the forum
Good shout, Cheers some superb photo's there, loving that white challenger, the sheer brutal elegance is very appealing.
You guys could end up costing me a lot of money
Thanks for the welcome
Sandy
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Re: Another newbie to the forum
Welcome Sandy
Re: Another newbie to the forum
Welcome Sandy,
I’m a little closer to you, being in Northumberland.
Good luck with deciding on a car, it’s only money
I’m a little closer to you, being in Northumberland.
Good luck with deciding on a car, it’s only money
'68 Dodge Charger
‘75 Ford Ranchero
'93 Toyota Hilux Surf
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‘75 Ford Ranchero
'93 Toyota Hilux Surf
YouTube - Double Zero Garage
Re: Another newbie to the forum
Its only money !
My neighbour said similar, you can't drive an ISA , as he turned up with his £70K Allard K2 !!
Welcome Sandy, lots of advice on how to spend your money on here.
I would say DON'T buy a pile of bits project, you will be many years not driving it. Best to find something that you can use and improve at the same time, without taking it off the road for too long. I speak from experience. My cool cruiser (73 Challenger) bought in 1993 knowing it would need a resto went back on the road in 2014, one mortgage, two kids and one big health issue later. It nearly never got done, other than pestering from my son.
Matt Hollingsworth - Vehicle Registrar
Panther Pink 73 Aussie Charger 265 Hemi 4 spd
Challenger Sam Posey Tribute car
Panther Pink 73 Aussie Charger 265 Hemi 4 spd
Challenger Sam Posey Tribute car
Re: Another newbie to the forum
You can sleep in a car ( even an Allard ) though Matt, you can’t race a house . Well, unless you own a motorhome that is
'68 Dodge Charger
‘75 Ford Ranchero
'93 Toyota Hilux Surf
YouTube - Double Zero Garage
‘75 Ford Ranchero
'93 Toyota Hilux Surf
YouTube - Double Zero Garage
Re: Another newbie to the forum
Welcome Sandy and yes a good place to be to get advice on how to look for a good MOPAR.
Enjoy your stay.
Enjoy your stay.
Re: Another newbie to the forum
Welcome Sandy!!!
Dave Tildesley.....MMA-081
72 Dodge Dart
73 Plymouth Duster - SOLD
I wanna go so FAST i think i'm going to DIE!..........Then i'll shift into second!
"My Car is a work in progress, Probably never gonna get finished, never gonna have the money to Bananarama!!"
72 Dodge Dart
73 Plymouth Duster - SOLD
I wanna go so FAST i think i'm going to DIE!..........Then i'll shift into second!
"My Car is a work in progress, Probably never gonna get finished, never gonna have the money to Bananarama!!"
Re: Another newbie to the forum
hello there , good luck with your quest for MOPAR
Si
1970 Charger 500
383 | 4bbl | 727 column | PAS | PAB | buckets/buddy - check out my photos HERE
If you don't want another same old brand-new car ... you could be DODGE MATERIAL
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1970 Charger 500
383 | 4bbl | 727 column | PAS | PAB | buckets/buddy - check out my photos HERE
If you don't want another same old brand-new car ... you could be DODGE MATERIAL
1970 Dodge Charger Registry - https://www.1970chargerregistry.com/
Re: Another newbie to the forum
Very true, I've seen Pete Barton prove that, I wouldn't like to sleep in an Allard though!
That neighbour also just bought a 1935 Derby bodied Bentley. He likes his toys.
Matt Hollingsworth - Vehicle Registrar
Panther Pink 73 Aussie Charger 265 Hemi 4 spd
Challenger Sam Posey Tribute car
Panther Pink 73 Aussie Charger 265 Hemi 4 spd
Challenger Sam Posey Tribute car
Re: Another newbie to the forum
Sounds like a neighbour who knows how to enjoy himself
'68 Dodge Charger
‘75 Ford Ranchero
'93 Toyota Hilux Surf
YouTube - Double Zero Garage
‘75 Ford Ranchero
'93 Toyota Hilux Surf
YouTube - Double Zero Garage