Interesting mk1 for sale

[johnp]

Anyone know anything about this?:--
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C32599
Perhaps it's someone on here or the car has also been advertised here?

[jamiesi]

looks very clean

[johnp]

So no-one knows much about this one despite the fact that it's been for sale for some time now?
It's 'interesting' to me because what is for sale is an 'incomplete restoration';a lot of time and money has been spent on the body and chassis but it does not appear to run so is a 'trailer purchase' with its original engine and box, but there is another better/lower mileage engine and box included.
It does look a good buy, perhaps more so for someone not bothered about originality but seeking a good base for a turbo/V6 transplant.
My doubts surround why it is not running and on the road...some hidden major problem?
Anybody any thoughts? Price?

[waynestoyotamr2]

Does look clean, but the mileage is quite high.

Also, them alloys are horrendous!

[crazylegs]

the way i read this is thats its a runner but the engine/bay is in a state. if this is the case it looks a good buy at that price. the spare engine can be finished to the same standard and you will have a show winner. just ditch the alloys !!

[kevin..in]

been restored over a 5 year period so there will be only a few people who knew it when used

[Tom G]

I agree, its perfect for a turbo/v6 conversion!
you'd be buying a massive amount of invested time and money for not many ££ IMO.

[Kieran Williams]

i quite like the look of this car, i have hopefully just sold my 1.5 and so will be looking for a standard mk1 asap. I am definately going to look at this one.
Ki