28 Apr 2014, 12:56
Thanks for the positive comments Chris :-)
As for the salvage title in question, this is for only *one* car that had had an electric fire and hence have gotten a salvage title.
My point was that I'd really see this car back on the road (new interior, electrical wiring and glassfibre work) instead of parting it out and *poof* yet another VIN lost. IMO, DeLoreans are NEVER parts cars, only project cars. Get them back on the road!
Btw Chris, where did you find the blank VIN plates? I have one plate that is damaged, and I'd like to get it properly replaced. PM me.
As for the salvage title in question, this is for only *one* car that had had an electric fire and hence have gotten a salvage title.
My point was that I'd really see this car back on the road (new interior, electrical wiring and glassfibre work) instead of parting it out and *poof* yet another VIN lost. IMO, DeLoreans are NEVER parts cars, only project cars. Get them back on the road!
Btw Chris, where did you find the blank VIN plates? I have one plate that is damaged, and I'd like to get it properly replaced. PM me.
Chris P Wrote:I think we should all be very positive about Stains actions.
Some cheap cars have been saved and offer future generations a possible way into ownership.
Many Delorean fans may never be in a position to shell out £20 k + on a decent car, but by buying a fixer upper they can say they "own a DeLorean". (but most of us know that its not necessarily a cheaper way in the long run)
The criminally minded will always be able to get hold of vin plates. There must be dozens, if not hundreds in the USA and new ones ( and old new one's) are freely available in the UK.[ATTACHMENT NOT FOUND]
As Chris W says, the biggest deterrent to any criminal activity is the vigilance and awareness of Clubs and other owners, should a car get stolen. The last Car stolen in the UK was recovered in a few days….too hot to handle.
It anyone is worried about getting their car nicked, i suggest they take some simple precautions. Immobilisers , isolation switches, a GARAGE! Tracker, etc. .
It would probably be a good idea for all of us to take a load of photo's of the car, detailed closeup ones that could be useful in the future.
I personally applaud Stains efforts……...well done that man.