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Re: Just won this.
« Reply #15 on: 21 October 2010, 11:52:04 »
Congratulations , that's a lovely car.
Interesting to see it's got the " Super " model side trims fitted .
I had a '64 1500 Super that I modified some what ,just like Unlucky Alf ( Hi Tim ) in Spruce green with an Ermine white roof.
Anyway , you may find this interesting ,
http://retrorides.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=readersrides&action=display&thread=36541&page=1
Good luck with it  :y
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Re: Just won this.
« Reply #16 on: 21 October 2010, 20:29:40 »
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Congratulations , that's a lovely car.
Interesting to see it's got the " Super " model side trims fitted .
I had a '64 1500 Super that I modified some what ,just like Unlucky Alf ( Hi Tim ) in Spruce green with an Ermine white roof.
Anyway , you may find this interesting ,
http://retrorides.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=readersrides&action=display&thread=36541&page=1
Good luck with it  :y
Funnily enough i was thinking about 5 1/2j steels & painting the stripe & roof in old english white. I'd NEVER lower it though. I think that despite being a deluxe it has the Super chrome & heater box as it was one of the last Mk1's hence spec 'em up to make way for the new Mk2!
    I won't be looking to make it go any faster or handle any better although i used to. Nowadays i like 'em just as they were intended. 8-)
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« Reply #17 on: 21 October 2010, 20:32:52 »
Not seen one of those for years Guy :y
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« Reply #18 on: 21 October 2010, 20:38:50 »
1200 does struggle though!! 1500 precrossflow would be nice AND A STRAIGHT SWAP BOLT IN!!!

kmk???c was my last mk1 tina, and i swapped it for a first generation 1600 st celica coupe and they make a fortune now,
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« Reply #19 on: 21 October 2010, 21:21:43 »
A lovely example to get your hands on Guy :y :y :y :y
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« Reply #20 on: 21 October 2010, 21:49:20 »
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« Reply #21 on: 21 October 2010, 22:16:02 »
I had a '65 model Estate in the '70's. What I recall is I seemed to spend most of my time repairing holes in the front wings, and it was a b****r to start, no matter what I did to improve things. Despite all that it was the only car I ever made more on sellling than I paid after two years. I can't think why, except the guy who bought it obviously had some 'hot' money to get rid of, and paid cash.

Enjoy the car, and I hope it gives much pleasure.
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« Reply #22 on: 23 October 2010, 01:17:28 »
The front wings are fibre glass. Some classic lovers don't like this but i'm fine with it. It's not a £20k concourse car, just an honest old bread & butter run around. Yes i could drop a 1500 in or a 1600 x flow (only have to turn the engine mounts round & a few little tweaks) but after all these years if the 1200 runs sweet there's precious little to be gained over the 1500 as i only cruise along at 50mph anyway, so don't need to uprate the brakes either, just maintain everything as Dagenham intended. The charm of driving an old vehicle is the whole point of running it as it should be. I do however feel that alternator conversions & kenlowe fans add to practical motoring without detracting from the original appeal.
    Cortinas are my favourite cars ever, i just love all of them. They've gained this cheesey kitch reputation....Retro is cool now & in my little mind 'Tinas always have been cool as  8-) :y
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« Reply #23 on: 23 October 2010, 18:54:39 »
Mine was a 1500cc if I recall correctly at this remove. It certainly did me and my young family well travelling up and down from the North of Scotland for two years. Sorry I can't remember anything else useful. :y
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« Reply #24 on: 23 October 2010, 20:34:09 »
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Mine was a 1500cc if I recall correctly at this remove. It certainly did me and my young family well travelling up and down from the North of Scotland for two years. Sorry I can't remember anything else useful. :y
Does'nt matter mate. The fact you remember the car is enough in itself. 8-) :y
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« Reply #25 on: 23 October 2010, 20:42:09 »
Nice car :y
In my garage is a 1962 ford consul375(dics brakes&servo)
Lovely in the summer when no rain?? :D vacuum wipers slow down when you accelerate :o
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« Reply #26 on: 23 October 2010, 20:45:35 »
Picked her up today. Been buzzing about all afternoon just for the sake of it (No particular place to go!!) Reckon i've fallen on my feet with this one, it's really tight & quiet to drive, everything works & not only has she been flashed over to negative earth but the alternator conversion has been done as well.
   Looking for 51/2 j steelies!!!!! 8-)
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« Reply #27 on: 23 October 2010, 20:50:14 »
Check Rodsnsods forum? Someone there might help with ya wheels :y
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« Reply #28 on: 23 October 2010, 21:23:20 »
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Check Rodsnsods forum? Someone there might help with ya wheels :y
I will matey, cheers. What's on ebay are either knackered or silly prices. I'm in no rush though. You've got a Mk2 Consul? I had a yellow/white one a while ago,61 highline but not the 375. I'm a member of the 3 Graces Yorkshire & we hold regular meets. I'll have a root around on my youtube & post a couple of bits. Would love some pics of your Consul. Guy. 8-) :y
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« Reply #29 on: 23 October 2010, 21:27:56 »
would mate trouble is its a lot harder here have some on rodsnsods -consul375 and rover V8
They are in there :y
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