LHD 1.3 Cab project

Finally I can get this project under way,after 10 years of ownership, one child, a wedding, two houses and five years at university  8O  I will have SOME  :wink:  time to dedicate to the cause!!


1.3 HK engine with K&N filter

arches look good after removing spats



lowering springs fitted 9 years ago, only done 100 miles, 90 miles was done on a trailer  


underneath looks solid, lots of under seal present, lets hope it is not hiding any nasty surprises :dontknow:

Have removed exhaust manifold, radiator fan and cam cover ready for refurbishment.
Weather, time and wife permitting I will update accordingly  

still have contacts in Germany if you need anything

That is good to know, will no doubt be needing a few things as i work through the project.

dont leave it too late as 'Call me Dave, the army is safe is my hands" is taking us all out of Germany

Doesn't time fly when your raising a family and man's plans tumble further and further down the list of priorities.WELL…..no more. The foot has come down, and I'm getting down to business, Cabrio business. Have spent a couple of hours removing the interior. I am pleasantly surprised with the condition of the floor, considering it has been sat for so long!








Poor car………looking very sorry.




The wheel well was full of water!















Thoughts,advice and opinions welcome!

Doesn't look bad though, all things considered!  

TBH, I was dreading stripping the inside . I was imagining a whole heap of welding. Going to continue with removing the rear arch spats and rear lights. Hoping for more luck.

More removing of parts from the cabby.


A spot of rust where it looks like it has had a knock.



Over all not bad on this side
Rear corner needs a small repair.


Wheels that I have taken off.

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Passenger side rear arch has had a botched repair.
A bit more rust, not too bad though.

Petrol filler pipe looks in OK condition.
13 inch wheels that came with the car.