AndrewRL
Member
Hi learned people!
A very general question for you...
How complicated/difficult is the 850 and what is parts availability like?
I currently have a 1970 500F which I adore but bought it mainly as a "hobby" to learn mechanics etc. I have muddled through various things but am still very much a beginner - I haven't tackled engine/gearbox removal, bodywork etc but have stripped/rebuilt the carb, removed the head, replaced thermostat housing, fuel pump, replaced the brake drums/cylinders and done some minor electricals etc. Obviously the 500 is pretty basic and "simple" though.
I do find the car fun but obviously quite slow for modern traffic and not exactly roomy for more than one so difficult to share.
I was thinking of exchanging for a good condition 850 Spider but am concerned that this may be beyond my skills and that parts may be difficult (500 parts are fairly cheap/easy to get). I've also received loads of help and advice from the friendly 500 forum here and would need to rely on the 850 forum if I went ahead! Not a major resto but would want to "tinker", do minor/major servicing and carry on learning.
Just after some thoughts to help me decide!
Thanks all
(and hope you are all well and keeping safe)
Andrew
A very general question for you...
How complicated/difficult is the 850 and what is parts availability like?
I currently have a 1970 500F which I adore but bought it mainly as a "hobby" to learn mechanics etc. I have muddled through various things but am still very much a beginner - I haven't tackled engine/gearbox removal, bodywork etc but have stripped/rebuilt the carb, removed the head, replaced thermostat housing, fuel pump, replaced the brake drums/cylinders and done some minor electricals etc. Obviously the 500 is pretty basic and "simple" though.
I do find the car fun but obviously quite slow for modern traffic and not exactly roomy for more than one so difficult to share.
I was thinking of exchanging for a good condition 850 Spider but am concerned that this may be beyond my skills and that parts may be difficult (500 parts are fairly cheap/easy to get). I've also received loads of help and advice from the friendly 500 forum here and would need to rely on the 850 forum if I went ahead! Not a major resto but would want to "tinker", do minor/major servicing and carry on learning.
Just after some thoughts to help me decide!
Thanks all
(and hope you are all well and keeping safe)
Andrew