Thought this was an interesting photo of a RHD DeLorean I came across on the Facebook page of where I live.

Shame you cant see the number plate. But looking at it I'm pretty sure it's one of the black interior Wooler Hodec cars.

It's taken of a carnival parade in Ashby-de-la-Zouch.

It looks like the early 80s looking at the fashion and the Austin Princess in the background.

After a bit more research - the passenger in the car - which you can just about see - was Simon Groom of Blue Peter at the time - and he formally opened the carnival with Goldie the dog leading the parade in a DeLorean!  How cool was that!

Update - Found a picture of Simon Groom and Goldie the dog !!

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UIJ 197 Cherished Registration Plate (On Retention) – No Reserve!

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This unusual dateless plate is Irish based hence the lesser spotted U at the beginning.  This was chosen for an American car as the six characters featuring an I and a 1 made it even more compact for applications where a compact plate is preferable.  The plate is on retention (I have the V778 form) and the winner of the auction will take over ownership.  The plate is Uniform Indigo Juliet 197.

I was using this on VIN 5255 from around 2003 until September 2020 before it reverted back to its ULBxxxW plate.

Auction on eBay runs until 28th March https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164766774015

It would be great for this to be used on another DeLorean...

http://www.delorean-hire.co.uk for sale

The domain above is for sale and so is the website itself, if of interest.  A fun and creative away to have your car pay for itself.  The only reason I'm selling is that I was approached by an enthusiast of my build (I wasn't even advertising) who made me an offer I couldn't refuse.  After owning VIN 5255 since January 2002, I'm very much look forward to the beast that will replace it.  I've a hot list of candidates to test drive once vaccinations are done and lock down is over with.  Although it is end of an era, I'm very excited about the next chapter.

If you're interested then please email me your suggested offer to chris@delorean-hire.co.uk

Hi folks, I have been watching the forum for a long time and have only made a couple of posts but I thought it would be nice to share photos of my first DMC which will be on its way from east coast US in the next couple of weeks! I am as nervous as I am excited - actutally more excited than nervous but aware of a big undertaking in this car! 

The car is certainly going to need a good bit of work and will be a bit of a money pit however her chassis is good and the engine is nearly running well. Loads of work needs done to the interior and although there are no dings or dents it certainly will need some tlc on the exterior. 

I have no doubt I shall be seeking advice and help on this car and understand this is going to be a bit of work but I don't care, I am thrilled to finally be fulfilling a 10 year old boys dream. Have a look at the photos below. Any comments welcome positive or negative! 

Ps im based in Scotland so hopefully in the future can meet up with some owners once covid eventually blows over. 

Photo album - https://photos.app.goo.gl/NepwbrcWswNjStnf8

25 DMC Parts (12 new / 13 used) some are rare items, auctions end Sun 14th March 21

I’m having a clear out of new/used parts.  Some of these parts (new and unused) are no longer available from any of the vendors.  All of the items finish in the evening of Sunday 21st March GMT.  Shipping is free to all UK buyers.  International buyers are welcome, but please contact me before bidding so that you’ll know what your shipping rate will be.

New
111388            Hood Edge Strip 44" –Side
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164754021612
 
105542            Brake Servo
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164754020875
 
100289            Stainless Brake Servo Booster Mounting Bracket
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164754019954  
 
108534            The DeLorean Go Silicone Rubber Door RH Fixed Glass Perimeter Seal
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164754019409  
 
108533            The DeLorean Go Silicone Rubber Door LH Fixed Glass Perimeter Seal
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164754018757  
 
106130            angle drive
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164754017387
 
108737            hood seal
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164754014927
 
106781            No Drip Tape
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164754012083
 
100701            LH OEM NEW belt and OEM NEW receptacle inc OEM NEW plastic cover
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164754009955
 
100702            RH OEM NEW belt and OEM NEW receptacle inc OEM NEW plastic cover
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164754007426
 
105085            OEM EXTERIOR MIRROR ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164754004498   
 
Evaporator Protector Mesh
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164754003047
 
 
Used -    All of the below are original OEM 1981 parts from an Oct 1981 build
102753            Clutch pressure plate and clutch
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164754024834
 
100701            LH OEM belt used and NEW OEM receptacle not inc plastic cover
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164754001098
 
100702            RH OEM belt used and NEW OEM receptacle not inc plastic cover
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164754000108
 
106720            RH REAR SPEAKER BRACKET
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164753999672   
 
106721            LH REAR SPEAKER BRACKET
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164753999184  
 
108288            OEM Cigar Lighter complete with illuminated ring
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164753997384
 
110523            Console Cover grey
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164753996899  
 
110521            Console Tray grey
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164753996622
 
105610            DeLorean DMC-12 OEM Pair Of Dummy Switches
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164753995006
 
105610            DeLorean DMC-12 OEM Pair Of Dummy Switches
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164753996306
 
100169O         OEM drive shaft
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164753992145
 
118702            Rear wheel (hub area needs repair)
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164753991325
 
100817            Lamp Delay Unit
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164753990829



Back To The Future related items

AOSHIMA Amerang motorised Back To The Future Part 3 DeLorean – Built
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164753986385

Back To The Future – SMITHS – Board Game 1985
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164753984812

Aoshima Back To The Future Part 1 DeLorean 1:24 Scale (incomplete)
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164753986875
 
Aoshima Back To The Future Part 3 DeLorean 1:24 Scale
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164753989196
 
Halcyon Back To The Future Part 2 DeLorean 1:24 Scale
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164753987378



If you have any queries, please message me via the listing on eBay.

Best wishes
Chris

Spotted this request of Facebook market place.

A member up in the NW might be interested in helping out.

The request is hidden in the advert details.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/ite...ace_search

After 20 years of wanting - I finally managed to get myself a DeLorean.
Thanks to Chris Williams for putting me in touch wit the owner - I am now the proud owner of VIN 4890.
The car was imported from Chicago in 2014 by Chris Nicholson and converted to RHD for it's new owner.
Since being handed to the new owner - it only drove 1500 miles and has been off the road for the last 2 and a half years.
So it needed a bit of re-commissioning work.
So far the following work is needed - most issues related to the car not being driven for a long time and stored outside under a car cover.

Fuel pump issues - replaced with new pump, boot, pick up pipe reinforced with stainless spring, new filter, new baffle (original in tank incomplete). Now the car starts on the button.
Steering rack issues - missing bottom bracket retainer - Modified Left hand bracket from a round topped to a square topped one to physically hold the rack in place.
Steering notchy  and really heavy - discovered lower universal joint had nearly fully seized - new one on order.
Clutch slave cylinder not operational - New one on order - not looking forward to fitting this one!
Brake disks - surface rust  - but no pitting, nearly new pads . Hoping a bit of driving will refresh these - otherwise I'll be replacing them
Handbrake poor  - pads look fine so possibly needs adjusting.
Tyres - Front and back tyres cracked - Looking at options for replacement - quite  like the look of Cooper Cobra Radial for the rears. Anyone got them?
Engine - runs a bit rich on start-up - but settles down when warm - Need to look into this.
HVAC - fan runs  - but no air coming into cabin, also AC needs re-gassing. possible vacuum issue? 
Craig radio not working - plan to exchange this for a modern DAB model - Controversial !

Overall - the car is in fantastic condition - the frame is absolutely solid, the bodywork panels are in perfect condition - and all the pipes and perishable items have previously all been replaced. It will be a car that I will be proud of when it's all finished.


With the exception of the clutch slave cylinder, I cant believe how easy it is to work on the car. I'm really enjoying the puzzle of problem solving and repairing all the little bits. It's a great distraction from the current situation the country is in.  I have had so many positive chats with general members of the public - who just love the car.  

Overall a great experience!


I attach a photos and hope to meet up with you all on one of the club events in the future!

   

Having fun with my clutch. 

Sometimes I cant get the car into gear and other times - the car is in gear but not going anywhere - so pretty sure its the clutch slave cylinder.

I've had a look underneath the car on the drive - but couldn't get near it.

I did read in an old post of someone attacking it from above which might be a bit easier.

Any advice on this would be much appreciated.

Alternatively - anyone know a mobile mechanic DeLorean friendly in Leicestershire??

It's been a long time coming and apologies that we are running late with issues but issue 88 has been sent out this morning, so should be with most people Mon/Tues. We are aiming to get issue 89 out early May so we would really appreciate some content from our club members. I know we haven't really been able to go anywhere recently so perhaps some articles on what you have done to your car, memories of events past, whatever our club membership are interested so I'm sure would love to read about it.
Chris

Hi again, everyone.
I'm hoping for an arrival in the coming weeks..!  Fingers crossed.

Obviously I'm aware that once it's here, before hitting the road I'll need (as a minimum) to change some headlights, fit (or make work) some rear fog light(s), and get it MOT'd.  This then enables registration, etc.
I've been perusing the parts threads and can't find anything definitive that is recently posted, so here goes with my questions:

i/ what's the latest (best option/what/where to get/how to fit) on the headlight situation?

ii/ what have people done with regards the fog light thing?

iii/ maybe an answer to ii/: Is the DeLorean Go foglight mod kit at the following link any good / easy to fit?
https://www.deloreango.com/us/uk-fog-lig...n-kit.html

As for the rest, I'll see what my local garage make of it when I roll up for MOT..!
Ooh, one final one:

iv/ do I recall seeing someone advertising for a custom-fit car cover..?

As ever, grateful for any help or suggestions!

Cheers!

Ivan.