I'm nearing the end of my front end suspension and brake mods which have included a revamped steering rack as the old one had a heck of knock and bang on our pothole strewn british roads
So is there anyone in the notts derby area that does an alignment for the Delorean and more importantly has the specs.
After much excitement last year when I managed to buy, import from the US, register and fettle VIN #2045 (Black Bess), and subsequently greatly enjoy ownership, I find I am sadly in a position of having to consider selling my DeLorean. Much to my own regret, and particularly sadly for my younger daughter who has really taken to her! :-(
This summer she has been on display at 3 local car shows (garnering much attention naturally!), and she is also booked in to the 'Kop Hill Climb' event near Princes Risborough this September on the 24th/25th, where I am planning to take my daughters on the Hill run (at much less than 88, though!).
Accordingly, I am open for expressions of interest from anyone who would like a DeLorean but doesn't mind a/ that it's painted (black) and b/ potentially having a completion date after the Kop Hill. I would hate to disappoint my youngest in particular. On the plus side, this means plenty of time for both parties to ensure any deal is fair and to get all the ducks in a row!
As with any DeLorean, there are many aspects of the car to consider, so I shan't go into them all in detail here, rather keep that for further discussion.
However, in brief, some of the more important bits;
Imported last year, registration finally completed (DVLA delays included!!) 2nd September 2021.
Front and rear light mods done and first MOT successfully passed as part of registration process. Now registered as 'historic' and tax and MoT exempt.
Serviced (oil, coolant, filters) when received. Upgraded DGo alternator fitted.
Front suspension updated (lower ball joints, recall work, lower arms 'boxed', poly bushed). Also got the extra lower arm support kit but not fitted this yet.
New fuel level sensor and angle drive/lower cable just fitted (and working).
LED bulb lights in all appropriate places, door and rear louvre gas struts replaced...
And so on.
In short, she's a DeLorean in VGC, nearly everything works (including air con!), she's very usable and presents well.
Even the paint is in pretty good nick for 40 years old.
OH yes: Manual, and grooved bonnet with gas flap!
Happy to be contacted at ivan.mark.rogers@gmail.com for discussion.
I can of course then send piccies.
Edinburgh & Lothians Mini Owners Club are proud to invite you and your club to our Classic Car Show to be held at Neilson Park, Haddington near Edinburgh on the 4th June 2022 from 11am to 4pm. This year is our 10th year running the show and as ever the ELMOC car show is open to all makes and models of cars and clubs.
Incorporating our car show with the annual Haddington Festival Fun day it promises to be a great day out for all the family.
With a good range of Minis, Classic Cars, Show cars, kids rides, face painting and much more yet to be confirmed. The event will be free to the public.
For entrants there will be the added incentive of trophies and prizes for cars voted by a few members of the public. Last year we had prize contributions from local and national sponsors.
We are offering display pitches for clubs and individuals. We have space for up to 60 cars and will be opening invitations from all makes and models.
There has been a request in joining the Parade that goes round the town however due to past "breakdowns" we have decided to decline.
Please let your members know and I hope to see you on Saturday
After my first little trip out I noticed that there was no oil pressure the reading just disapeared, after a little messing with the sender unit which is leaking oil i got a pressure reading but this keeps happening so im going to replace it.
But I also noticed no oil warning light so I replaced the pressure switch still no light so ive tested the circuit from the unit to the firewall plug and thats ok is there anyway I can test from the firewall plug to the dash short of removing the dash to see if the bulb is dead .
could I send a feed down it or is it a ground that is required to see if i have a dash light.
Huge apologies for the delay in getting this magazine out in part due to lack of content but more down to workload and family issues that Matt has. Anyway this is being sent in the morning so should be with everyone by the end of the week. We are aiming to have another magazine out in June but after that I think we are out of content. Please forward any interesting articles you may have to me.
Thanks
Croydon Cambs Classic Vehicle Show -
Returns for 2022 - Sunday 11th Sept.
Display Vehicles from 10.30; Public Show Noon to 4.30pm
After a two-year Covid break now in its 10th year ! A Great Day Out for all Classic Vehicle Owners & Enthusiasts, and lots to keep all the Family entertained. A must in the diary for September.
Pedestrians only £4 at the gate, Half Price (requested donation) for Display Vehicle Drivers and Passengers, Children FREE.
Huge thanks to Danny Hopkins - Editor of Practical Classics - for his continued support and unique and informative parade commentary and Prize Giving. At the Show Danny will choose a vehicle to feature in Practical Classics.
A great day out with something for all the family: vehicle parades, prizes, stalls, games, food, beer, plants, live music, C13th Church displays - learn about burials connected to 10 Downing Street!
Marquees if wet, shade under trees if too hot.
Now in its tenth year, this Show has become a highlight in the regional summer calendar yet has retained its quaint charm with a growing loyal following; 160+ display vehicles. All monies raised will help our village to maintain its Village Hall and restore our beautiful mediaeval church which sits alongside the show field and will form part of the day’s programme.
If you have never been before, Croydon is a small village set on a hill in beautiful South Cambridgeshire countryside. The village lies about 7 miles north of Royston on the A1198 and about 1 mile west of Arrington and Wimpole Park. The Postcode for the Show is SG8 0DX
Show car arrivals from 10.30 a.m. and before noon, please, and no need to stay at home for breakfast as once again bacon butties & tea/coffee will be available to purchase near the registration desk.
Though we have always managed to squeeze everyone in on the day, it would greatly assist our planning to know of your attendance in advance. Replies using one of the methods indicated below would be most gratefully received.
A huge THANK YOU in anticipation of your support. Please pass this mail on to other enthusiasts and friends, and invite your family to a great day out!
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Sunday 11th Sept 2022 Please return the below reply slip as follows: - By post to Bedlam Cottages, 32 High Street, Croydon, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 0DP Name and contact details....................................................................
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Shillington & District Classic Vehicle Group Platinum Jubilee Event – Friday 3rd June 2022 Our group has been invited to lead a convoy of interesting vehicles through the Village as we join the Shillington Jubilee Celebrations. We expect this will be a very popular day with lots going on and space may become limited so please contact Zara by text /phone or email with your name and vehicle details in advance. Phone or text 07860646323 or email: elly.healey3000@gmail.com Come in period costume, if you wish, & keep the photographers happy !! Schedule From 09.30 Meet at: The Musgrave Arms 16 Apsley End Road Shillington SG5 3LX At 10.30 Our convoy of vehicles will depart for the Memorial Playing Fields. The event is open to the general public from 12.00 to 5 pm. Further details are on Facebook, under Shillington Jubilee Celebrations. We are going to a right royal party – Don’t miss out !! Our Musgrave Arms Meetings continue every 2 weeks, the next is Tuesday 10 May. Dave Malins
Was under the dash this weekend changing my indicator relay for the LED-friendly version, when I noticed the following rather 'interesting' thing; Picture attached!
To the left of my lambda unit is what I am certain is an inertia switch (black box, small red button on top). Handy little device, useful for safety in a crash..
Much less usefully, some bugger has clearly decided that safety be damned, they're going to bypass the bloody thing! No wires going into it whatsoever.
So that's interesting...!
Well, clearly I'll be very keen to plumb that back in (or replacing it and then doing so if it turns out it's busted and that's why it was bypassed [tho that still doesn't excuse such chicanery!]), so the question then is: where the hell are the wires that are supposed to plug into it?
Now, also in this photo, interestingly, one can see a 'jumper wire' which has been plugged into a small light grey connector which sits a few inches above the inertia switch. The jumper wire appears to be directly connecting a purple (maybe purple/black?) wire, from the middle of the block, to a black wire. There's also a third wire in the grey connector block, which appears to be maybe brown/white (?) which doesn't currently appear to connect to anything. Although I note that the intertia switch appears to have three spade connectors in the bottom of it.
In 'Private Eye' lingo.. Could these facts be in any way related?
I would of course be very grateful if any kind and well-informed soul can shed any useful light and/or give any useful tips on this mystery!!
Hope everyone had a good Bank Holiday. In spite of the dangers, I took Bess to a local village car show, where she was very well received!
Aston Martin Heritage Dealer, Stratton Motor Company, are proud to showcase a variety of superb vehicles at the inaugural Sandringham Pageant of Motoring on Sunday 5th June.
Stratton Motor Company together with the AMOC will take pride of place amongst a variety of motor manufacturers at this year’s pageant with a stunning display of Aston’s through the years.
Roger Bennington of Stratton Motor Company said – ‘We are delighted to be involved with such a prestigious event. As soon as we knew there was to be a Pageant to celebrate motoring throughout Her Majesty’s reign, we wanted to be part of it, where better to celebrate the Jubilee than at Sandringham’
There will be a large display of Aston Martin’s from throughout the years including Aston Martin DB2/4, Aston Martin DB4, Aston Martin DB5, Aston Martin DB6, Aston Martin DB7, Aston Martin DB9, Aston Martin V8, and Aston Martin DB11.
The event takes place between 10am – 4pm on Sunday 5th June. Tickets are just £15 plus booking fee in advance with Pole Position Parking available to those wishing to arrive in a classic vehicle.
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