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Njung'e
#1 Posted : Saturday, September 15, 2012 1:23:07 PM
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Just met this old man.Fellow has a packed MG 18 Morris (1969 model...most likely an MG B or MG GT).The car kicks good and is in fairly good condition.The original water cylinders for the suspension have been replace with LR 109 coils.The underside has been redone and reinforced.Only one small problem.The gearbox oil seals are broken and therefore the master piece doesn't hold oil for long....Question.Is it worth investing in especially when i consider spares?.The asking price is throwaway.
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Elder
#2 Posted : Saturday, September 15, 2012 2:55:47 PM
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Bad idea. GIve me the guy's contacts I go and tell him why he should not try to con @Guka. smile
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Njung'e
#3 Posted : Saturday, September 15, 2012 3:16:08 PM
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Elder wrote:
Bad idea. GIve me the guy's contacts I go and tell him why he should not try to con @Guka. smile



Drool Drool Drool Drool .....eish.You want to get there before i know West?Drool Shame on you Pray smile
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#4 Posted : Saturday, September 15, 2012 7:58:19 PM
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In my experience owning a classic is like marrying a crazy but very beautiful girl.

Anyway the car I think you are referring to is either an MG MGB or an MGC, the MG 18 stopped production in the 30's from what I recall. As much as its still not considered a true classic, its a great car and will sure turn heads when you take it for a spin on a nice sunday afternoon.

Well spares are definitely an issue locally, but you can get any part from UK and there are custom spare part makers if worst comes to worst. Plus the cost of MG spares compared to other classics is cheap.
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Njung'e
#5 Posted : Sunday, September 16, 2012 10:55:11 AM
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@Vj,
Thanks.Confirmed.It's an MGC.
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JkMwatha
#6 Posted : Sunday, September 16, 2012 11:22:16 AM
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Njung'e wrote:
@Vj,
Thanks.Confirmed.It's an MGC.


@Njung'e...Nice car. How is the body work?

As Vj says "cost of MG spares compared to other classics is cheap." ... but shipping raises the costs.

take a look here
http://www.mgocspares.co.uk/acatalog/sec_mgc.html
and follow the links for specific parts.
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Njung'e
#7 Posted : Sunday, September 16, 2012 12:52:43 PM
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@Mwatha,

Wow!!Thanks!!...That will really help.The outer shell needs a fresh paint coat as it is badly done but i realize there is no filler nor signs of rust.The belly has been re-done but it also requires proper sealing and painting.The rear lenses have been modified with a funny looking set and here,I'll want to restore to original.....There is some work to be done but i am encouraged by the engine.It would beat many of this Jap mikebes by farsmile .I'll go for it,and re-build it pole pole to my satisfaction...The owner is asking for 80K and in my assessment,it's a throwaway price....Thanks once more.Below is a look-alike but it's ash grey!

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JkMwatha
#8 Posted : Sunday, September 16, 2012 6:26:25 PM
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Njung'e wrote:
@Mwatha,

.... owner is asking for 80K and in my assessment,it's a throwaway price....Thanks once more.Below is a look-alike but it's ash grey!



80k...??? and the bodywork is fine? I'd say take it and do some quality work on it... take your time.... get the the proper rear lights
In UK, one in good condition (restored) will set you back ksh 1.5m +

Does it have the original 15 inch wire wheels?
Is it manual or auto?

http://www.mgmotorsport.com/sale.htm
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cmk
#9 Posted : Monday, September 17, 2012 8:03:14 AM
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@ njung'e,what happened to your bijuti?
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#10 Posted : Monday, September 17, 2012 9:19:02 AM
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@Mwatha,

80k it is even before i negotiate (but i doubt i will.It just happens dude wouldn't know the "value" of the carsmile).It has ordinary rims but I'll definitely end up getting a set of the wire spoke rims.Really beautiful.....It's manual but hold!,....It's a front wheel drive!.

@cmk,
Bijuti bado iko.Looking for a buyerDrool Pray Pray Sad
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accelriskconsult
#11 Posted : Monday, September 17, 2012 10:40:12 AM
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Njung'e wrote:
@Mwatha,

80k it is even before i negotiate (but i doubt i will.It just happens dude wouldn't know the "value" of the carsmile).It has ordinary rims but I'll definitely end up getting a set of the wire spoke rims.Really beautiful.....It's manual but hold!,....It's a front wheel drive!.

@cmk,
Bijuti bado iko.Looking for a buyerDrool Pray Pray Sad


Go for it. It is a beautiful mistress.
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Njung'e
#12 Posted : Monday, September 17, 2012 11:29:25 AM
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accelriskconsult wrote:

Go for it. It is a beautiful mistress.


Thanks all.....i am meeting the owner this lunch hour for finer details.If all goes well,hope to seal the deal by Thursday and start the slow journey to restoring the car.....ahsanteni sana...indeed shsantenismile
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#13 Posted : Monday, September 17, 2012 1:24:19 PM
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Let me hijack the thread now that @guka has made up his mind.

I have been considering buying an old VW Bettle and giving it a make over. Anyone one with an experience on the same and figures - average buying price and make over costs.

The last thing I want is to end up with a "costly" good looking headache - the ones you give the mechanic one key so that you can be telling him where you've left the car everytime it breaks down.

Important Points: I want to use it as a secondary car, I am not a DIY kind of fellow when it comes to cars, I don't have the time and passion to spend long hours at the garage during a slow make over process.
Never count on making a good sale. Have the purchase price be so attractive that even a mediocre sale gives good returns.
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JkMwatha
#14 Posted : Monday, September 17, 2012 3:10:38 PM
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Njung'e wrote:
accelriskconsult wrote:

Go for it. It is a beautiful mistress.


Thanks all.....i am meeting the owner this lunch hour for finer details.If all goes well,hope to seal the deal by Thursday and start the slow journey to restoring the car.....ahsanteni sana...indeed shsantenismile

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JkMwatha
#15 Posted : Monday, September 17, 2012 3:29:04 PM
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MaichBlack wrote:
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I have been considering buying an old VW Bettle and giving it a make over. Anyone one with an experience on the same and figures - average buying price and make over costs.
.....



& while at it consider this site http://www.vwheritage.co..._lang_EN_country_GB.htm


(....and that whistle sound from a beetle engine... love it!)
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