Danozeman
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| posted on 13/7/05 at 09:33 PM |
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Nice project for someone.
Here
Looks cool
Dan
Built the purple peril!! Let the modifications begin!!
http://www.eastangliankitcars.co.uk
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Hellfire
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| posted on 13/7/05 at 10:06 PM |
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Seems a shame - I think they are quite appealling!
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tri
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| posted on 14/7/05 at 12:48 AM |
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very nice looking car i got a day to beg
Tri
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zilspeed
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| posted on 14/7/05 at 01:04 AM |
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A whole load of issues come between purchase of that and having a driveable legal car though.
P.S. It's about ten minutes away from me.
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tri
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| posted on 14/7/05 at 01:06 AM |
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dunno how far away it is from me but its close
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Alan_Thomas
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| posted on 14/7/05 at 12:24 PM |
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Remember no SVA test on this one (retains VW floorpan, suspension, gearbox and engine).
Just a regular MOT and no tax!
- Alan
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Danozeman
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| posted on 14/7/05 at 05:05 PM |
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I tried to pursuade my wife last night but she said " u havent even built the one youv got now!!"
Fair point but i want it none the less
Dan
Built the purple peril!! Let the modifications begin!!
http://www.eastangliankitcars.co.uk
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Lotusmark2
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| posted on 14/7/05 at 05:16 PM |
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always wanted one of those, just bought the Formula Ford so no chance the wife will let me.
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zilspeed
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| posted on 14/7/05 at 05:18 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by Alan_Thomas
Remember no SVA test on this one (retains VW floorpan, suspension, gearbox and engine).
Just a regular MOT and no tax!
- Alan
Not so sure about that.
Quote direct form the advert
General
The donor car is 1967 making it tax exempt. I have the V5 in my name. It is not described as an historic vehicle as it should be, but I checked this
with the DVLA and it is not a problem. The first time you apply for a tax disc, you need to go direct to the DVLA.
It has independent rear suspension and drum brakes all round.
I don't think it has ever been on the road as a nova, as many parts look like they have never been fitted. e.g. no holes have been made for rear
lights, so a good bit of tinkering will be required to get it on the road.
I would put money on the log book saying Volkswagen.
[Edited on 14/7/05 by zilspeed]
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JoelP
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| posted on 14/7/05 at 05:21 PM |
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i think alan means that you can leave it registered as a beetle. Not a clue myself...
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Lotusmark2
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| posted on 14/7/05 at 05:26 PM |
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Yep, the Nova was a re-shell for the beetle so no need to re-reg or SVA as it retains floor pan and everything.
[Edited on 14/7/05 by Lotusmark2]
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rusty nuts
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| posted on 14/7/05 at 06:18 PM |
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Yes but 1200cc of uncontrolable power , crap brakes , no heater system to speak of and poor ventilation. At least a locost has style and ok
performance with even a 1300 cross flow.
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Lotusmark2
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| posted on 14/7/05 at 06:55 PM |
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yeah but dont forget you can upgrade brakes and fit either a Porsche or Suburu lump to make things more interesting
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Volvorsport
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| posted on 14/7/05 at 07:31 PM |
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well , novas used to take off , under beetle power , so im not sure youd want to stick 100 hp more in there to do a donald campbell .
regarding the logbook , lots of buggys have been done like that , basicaly being desribed as a two seater beetle .
unfortunately , if there is any discrepancy betwen logbook and description on insurance one could be in trouble , since it is actually a kit car , and
the reg plates would tell a policeman its a beetle , but lo and behold its a nova .
its been done , and im sure you can still do it , its a bit of a grey area tho .
www.dbsmotorsport.co.uk
getting dirty under a bus
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