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by FLY 7
Fri Dec 11, 2015 10:59 pm
Forum: Porsche Restoration Threads
Topic: The Purple Peril
Replies: 46
Views: 5160

Re: The Purple Peril

As yet, they have black centres which we intended to anodise in RS style...but we're beginning to think we quite like this lower-key look. Any thoughts? Do them properly, much nicer imo. Nice build btw 8) I think the correct wheel finish and, perhaps, front & rear bumper trims would be nice fin...
by FLY 7
Fri Dec 11, 2015 10:49 pm
Forum: Porsche Market Place Discussion
Topic: RS
Replies: 3
Views: 499

Re: RS

It looks like the ad was first listed nearly 6 months ago.
by FLY 7
Fri Dec 11, 2015 6:33 pm
Forum: Porsche Market Place Discussion
Topic: RS
Replies: 3
Views: 499

Re: RS

You would have thought that the ad and pictures would have been better at that price.

I wonder that is a genuine 'warranted' mileage from new?

Nice carpets!
by FLY 7
Thu Dec 10, 2015 6:37 pm
Forum: Porsche Restoration Threads
Topic: The Purple Peril
Replies: 46
Views: 5160

Re: The Purple Peril

I hadn't seen the engine pictures before - it really is 'work of art' and a good indicator of the quality of the whole project.

Very impressive!
by FLY 7
Tue Dec 08, 2015 3:09 pm
Forum: Classic Porsche General Chat
Topic: Konradsheim RS book
Replies: 26
Views: 1272

The All New G&K Carrera RS Book

Received my numbered copy a few weeks ago. Very impressed - a lot more material added since the original edition was first published 20 years ago. IMO, a 'must have' for any RS enthusiast. It's the perfect book for the down-time over the Christmas period, to relax and actually read. Just a 'heads up...
by FLY 7
Mon Dec 07, 2015 5:28 pm
Forum: Porsche Restoration Threads
Topic: The Purple Peril
Replies: 46
Views: 5160

Re: The Purple Peril

I've seen the 'Purple Peril' - in fact I saw the restoration project at various stages. I'd describe it as a largely original car, with a few period deviations and later upgrades to enhance its appearance and functionality. Make no mistake; Jason's attention to detail and the quality of the workmans...
by FLY 7
Mon Nov 23, 2015 10:09 am
Forum: Porsche Market Place Discussion
Topic: O/T 1977 VW Golf - garage find
Replies: 22
Views: 949

Re: O/T 1977 VW Golf - garage find

I well remember your various GTis, Nigel. I despair at much contemporary car design. Gone are the clean , functional, compact lines. Bit like watches - bigger, blingier, but uglier - design for design's sake IMO. And, I really can't keep up with the current BMW, Audi, Mercedes, - even Porsche - rang...
by FLY 7
Tue Oct 13, 2015 9:31 pm
Forum: Porsche Market Place Discussion
Topic: Original Carrera RS book going cheap!
Replies: 7
Views: 476

Re: Original Carrera RS book going cheap!

Why would you need to drive an RS on track? Yes, you can exploit it there, but it's probably a more rewarding and communicative road car, at semi-sensible speeds, than many of today's hi-performance offerings. 'The Book' is an essential companion for all owners, prospective buyers and serious enthus...
by FLY 7
Fri Aug 28, 2015 10:30 pm
Forum: Porsche Market Place Discussion
Topic: What value would you put on the following.........
Replies: 14
Views: 868

Re: What value would you put on the following.........

£30k, but that's just an uneducated guestimate - Coupe would be worth quite a bit more
by FLY 7
Tue Aug 18, 2015 8:59 am
Forum: Porsche Market Place Discussion
Topic: 964
Replies: 10
Views: 995

Re: 964

Wow!!! Often wondered where it was. I ordered it new from Malaya Garage in Billingshurst in 1989, arriving IIRC March 1990. It was my 'daily' user when I lived in London and Bath. Great car, fondly remembered. I actually sold it to a friend when I got a 993, in '94 I think. Love to see some pics - m...
by FLY 7
Sun Aug 16, 2015 2:28 pm
Forum: Porsche Market Place Discussion
Topic: 964
Replies: 10
Views: 995

Re: 964

I had two 964s, both bought new in '90 and '92, and then two new 993s in '94 and '95, each used as my daily drive. I enjoyed the 964, although the 993 was a positive step forward. When the 964 RS was launched it wasn't very well received - most commentators found it too compromised on most UK roads ...
by FLY 7
Tue Jul 21, 2015 11:30 am
Forum: For Sale - Porsche Parts/Misc etc.
Topic: Bosch H1 Clear Top Headlamps
Replies: 4
Views: 333

Re: Bosch H1 Clear Top Headlamps

I'm looking for a pair of RHD H1s
by FLY 7
Fri Jun 12, 2015 9:35 pm
Forum: Classic Porsche General Chat
Topic: TT ....best motorsport in the world ?
Replies: 19
Views: 633

Re: TT ....best motorsport in the world ?

Senior Race on ITV4 now!