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Re: 911e sporto barn find

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Hi

I replaced mine with stainless steel pistons from Neil Bainbridge. I think Roger Bray and Alan Drayson will also be able to supply them.

Nice to see some progress on the car. Keep the updates coming.

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Thanks John :cheers:
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I did something today that Ive been meaning to do for ages but have not been able to.........
I washed the car !
I dont think its been washed since 1984 so it was quite an occasion.
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After...
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:) :bounce: :)
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wow! what a difference! its come up looking great 8)
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That must have been an amazingly satisfying job - what a transformation !
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Hi Keith,

I thought you were going to keep things original.......looks pretty much restored now :shock:

Truly wonderful car 8)

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Still easily the best barn/garage find we have all seen.....no matter what keeps popping up at the minute :lol:

Truly a spectacular car 8) 8) 8)

Still gutted they accepted your bid :wink: but can't wait to see it on the road - LOVE IT :headbang:
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I can't believe how nice that paint looks, Keith. :shock:

Lovely car in a superb colour. V. 8) 8) 8)
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Amazing, what a great couple of pictures.

Thanks

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Wow :drunken:

Is the paint as good as it looks?
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I called in to visit Keith today who allowed me to crawl all over his 911E.

This 911 is simply gorgeous - everything about the car is crisp, correct and totally original, although it carries a wonderful patina many items are so fresh and in great order that it's hard to believe it's knocking on 40 years old!

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I've looked closely at many wonderful early 911s and some beautifully restored examples but how often do you get to see a genuine untouched 20,000 mile original?

This has to be one of, if not the, best early 911s I've seen and certainly one of my favourites - Great to know Keith is keeping it just the way it is 8)

Many thanks for your time Keith, it was a massive inspiration :)

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Darren you are welcome anytime, I really enjoyed chatting today, you have also inspired me to get cracking.
Im also looking forward to seeing your car when its done, you certainly have an eye for the details and I have no doubt it will be a stunner.
Thanks for your kind comments, see you at CLM 201?
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Goodness me, even the badge is perfect.....


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And just one previous owner!!! :shock:
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Come on Keith....you're going to outdo Mike at this rate....get a shift on, want to see this on the road!! ;)
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