Im looking out for a new shell (not brand new but reconditioned- wings etc replaced so good as new). However, this will be my first project and i want to make sure i dont get ripped off. Assuming the shell APPEARS to be in sound condition to the inexperienced eye. What things should i be looking out for and how can i tell if its been sealed from rust properly? Are there any organisations out there that you can pay to come and inspect a potential purchase? The AA do it but they charge £122!!!
Many thanks.
Shell Inspection
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Dynamodoug
, Mar 22 2008 05:52 PM
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Posted 22 March 2008 - 06:27 PM
if your buying a second hand shell you should be looking for a V5 with it unless your going the SVA and Q reg route
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Posted 22 March 2008 - 06:29 PM
Where abouts is the shell that you are looking to buy?
You may find a TMF member who will pop and have a nose at it for you?
Sean
You may find a TMF member who will pop and have a nose at it for you?
Sean
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Posted 23 March 2008 - 09:51 AM
if your buying a second hand shell you should be looking for a V5 with it unless your going the SVA and Q reg route
....and at least two original major assemblies from the car. Rebuilding a car from a second hand bare shell with all the parts coming from other sources and trying to keep its original identity is called ringing and is illegal.
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