She looks beautiful and credit to the quality of workmanship that has gone it to her.
Credit to you as well for taking the restoration to this level. You may be a loony, but a good one.

Well I think it looks nice in the photos.
If I wanted to be super critical I think the engine could have benefitted from i bit more attention to dressing to look more period, but still a nice build. Interior looks as good as the outside. Nice.

Colin, I am so sorry to hear your devastating news. I did not know your wife and it must be a very tough time for you.
You know that it is the right decision to continue with the project in honour of Mandy.
All the best.

She is really coming together now.
Lovey.

Nice one Lou, Finishes off the rear a treat.
Have a great trip, are you taking your spider as well?

Wow !! that is looking stunning.
Beautiful attention to detail. Love it.

Two less things to pay out for Lou, my old lady turns 50 in twelve days.

Totally agree with Lou on that one. Like i said , not sure of your background Dave but structural repairs could be made relatively easily if cosmetics are not too important. flat steel sheet and a basic box section.

Great stuff Lou, roll on summer so you can enjoy the work put into getting the car to this level. We deserved.

Well to be honest they tie the strut top mounts to the windscreen base and bulkhead as they are a box section. The front bit is more to support the wing but it all adds strength. Can you do any fabricating yourself or do you know someone who could make something?

Sorry to say wing rail repair panels are like hen's teeth Dave. Not sure where to look. Lets hope someone gets on this thread and can help.

Sorry to see that Dave, and to add to what Lou says, it is repairable but detailed work. If you remove the wings you will get more of an idea how big the job is and how far you need to go.
Good luck.

Great to hear Colin, pleased to hear it has been well cared for and that you are enjoying getting back to your old self.

Thanks for the update and info Colin.
Super car and i hope you enjoy your future journeys.

Nice one Colin, I had seen this advertised.
SA spec , am i correct in saying a cloverleaf in a four door shell as South Africa only produced the four door shell?
Good to hear you are in good health now.
Keith

Another great collection of cars Lauren. You do find some hidden gems. Liking the Rover P6 in grey tbh, good to see a R5 turbo 2 and the Greyhound looks rather smart. Nice selection of American muscle as well. Thanks for taking the time to share. Just watched the exit video as well and the Green Mac...

Zager and Evans,

Happy New Year Tony.

Well , just a simple message to wish you all a Happy Christmas and best wishes for the coming New Year.
Hopefully catch up with some of you next year at some events.
Have a good one guys.

Welcome James, so glad to hear the car has gone to an enthusiast who plans to fettle her and get her back to a usable condition.
Lots of fellow Sud lovers here. good stuff.
Keith.

This is such a nice thread John.
As we all keep saying, it is so good you not only saved this car, but it gets used as well and just keeps giving.

Couldn't agree more John. They are very misleading for the generally public. Hourly rates on classic cars are not pro rata to the age of the car in question. What you said about the car going back to the vendor after the auction sounds dodgy. Shame as it could be a nice car if it was in the hands of...

Yes, I saw that as well Lauren. Like you pointed out, it was all a load of rubbish. Never been a fan of him to be honest. Not denying his talents but boy, what a narcissist. Does everything himself, and tells you. Wants to save money then spends £200 on ice blasting. What would be wrong with some Ji...

I know of three more S3's in Aqua Verde Lou. Seen one a few times at shows but can not remember the chaps name. Saw one a few years ago at NAD and the other i have only seen photos but it is mint.

Nice one Shrew, good man!!
Same colour as my old S2 Veloce and i believe you had a SW as well.
Glass sun roof as well. Interior looks really clean.

Yes, i saw that Tim. Right hand drive as well
No real info on its spec. If it was real wouldn't it be more money than that?

Nice one, I hope you both enjoy your new cars.
Electrics are always a worry with so much tech in new vehicles.

Hey guys, you are really stepping into the" brave new world". So what is your Beemer Tim? Have you got rid of the 6 series you had ? I know what you mean Lou, about the styling of an estate, think we touch on this before when talking about shooting brakes. Happy motoring to you both, sad t...

Is it a fast dog Tony?

Looks a bit like an AC of some sort.
Looks quite cute and is that body ally?
I like it.

And I went in this.

oh ,and I love the Silhouette, that front end is so X19.