Decision stage.
http://www.carfolio.com/specifications/models/car/?car=2640
982Kg plus the difference the Coupe bits make up minus what I can save with 200+ bhp.
Before I get going I need to see what I have to start with and make a basic list of stuff I'm going to need. So after a busy day and with ten minutes of daylight left...
20V Coupe 16's with Koni shocks and lowered springs. The brakes are in the previous owners shed. I get those next time I'm in the area.
The 16V engine looks at home in there doesn't it?
The turbo is free and looks reconditioned.
This looks a mess but with no console I don't have to mess about with stereo stuff and things to keep the car focused. Blank canvas interior then.
Carbon wrapped picnic table on the back for some reason. Apparently this is an original Abarth spoiler and worth a bit. That can go to fund other parts.
Old radiator in a new radiator box. Grrrrr! Just as well Alu-Tech are just up the road from me.
Boxes of interior trim pieces and at least two spare ecus so it's not all bad.
I'm going to need a passenger side headlight (may as well get a pair) indicator, side repeaters cosmetically; the interior can go. I have a pair of leather Bravo HGT seats for a touch of luxury if I want to go that way or a pair of buckets and harnesses will be just as good.
I'll take care of the welding and cosmetic side of things first and worry about the mechanical stuff when it's a little warmer and I can crawl about better.
Looks like a good project. With the Guy Croft recipe for 300bhp in my shed potential is an understatement. No rare car guilt and at the point where I can really stamp my ideas to it. :devil: