Bargain on BAT?

Woody928

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They're larger than Jupiter though. Weigh more than a black hole.

It still fits, and the weight doesn't matter so much when you've got a strong enough engine to pull it along ;)

Honestly I like the idea of bullet proof reliability and fit and forget. It'll take quite some abuse, and let's not forget its got 6th to cruise when you're not bashing through the shorter/lower ratios on B roads!
 
It still fits, and the weight doesn't matter so much when you've got a strong enough engine to pull it along ;)

Honestly I like the idea of bullet proof reliability and fit and forget. It'll take quite some abuse, and let's not forget its got 6th to cruise when you're not bashing through the shorter/lower ratios on B roads!

mum thinking packaging, your exhaust would need cutting-welding-routing.
 

Robotsan

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The principal specialists are Fourways, followed by Z Farm in Thirsk, North Yorkshire. Andy Plant, who makes an extensive range of repair and RHD swap panels as the APS brand, is based out of the Z Farm, working with its proprietor Duncan Pearcey.

If I was recommending a third party for fabrication like a RHD swap in the NW, I’d say TLJ Welding in Macc. They would not be cheap, but I’ve used them for a few bits and they are highly competent. Last time I went in, they had a Testarossa shell in for a full rust repair session. I only recognised what it was from the profile of the rear panel- much of the rest was devoid of exterior panels!

Ultimately, it’s about knowing and trusting fabricators and body shops/garages that can handle whatever you have. Trevor Farrington is another well known resto business in Cheshire. Recommended and charging Cheshire prices as one could expect! For general garage stuff, servicing, etc., longtime Zedder and friend Mark Warburton here in Macc is a good, economical bet. He’s been around Zs since the 80s/90s, and is where I go to do any work on my cars that need a lift! Zs aren’t hard to work on though, so any competent, trustworthy mechanic should be able to handle the basic stuff.

Of course, I could do a lot of the above stuff - but not until I sack my day job off in a few years time and turn the hobby professional! ;)

Nice one that's really useful Rich. And brilliant, maybe by the time you've gone pro I'll have saved up and will own one to being to you!

Good to know Z Farm are recommended. Someone else I spoke to didn't speak so highly of them! But that's relatively local to me.

Does anyone have any recommendations of people to speak to who might be able to sell good value Zeds in the future, or who might import them? Or perhaps someone in the states who sources them and can help with importing?
 
Nice one that's really useful Rich. And brilliant, maybe by the time you've gone pro I'll have saved up and will own one to being to you!

Good to know Z Farm are recommended. Someone else I spoke to didn't speak so highly of them! But that's relatively local to me.

Does anyone have any recommendations of people to speak to who might be able to sell good value Zeds in the future, or who might import them? Or perhaps someone in the states who sources them and can help with importing?

I'd do some homework on whoever you choose to use. even a search on here.
 

richiep

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I'd do some homework on whoever you choose to use. even a search on here.
This.

Andy Plant/APS is someone I recommend for panel sourcing without reservation. I see that as separate from Z Farm though. I’ve never used the Z Farm for anything so can’t comment - but you’ll see a certain divisiveness over people’s experiences historically...

My overall feeling is whoever you use, you need to be able to keep an eye on what they are doing and/or have good, ongoing communication with them. The difficulties with classic garages and restorers tend to be when there is a comms breakdown and stuff doesn’t get done for months on end or corners get cut.
 

toopy

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but not until I sack my day job off in a few years time and turn the hobby professional! ;)

Is that definitely on the cards then Rich? great if you can turn a hobby into a day job, especially when your so damn good at it :D is there a jealous emoji?!
 

richiep

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Is that definitely on the cards then Rich? great if you can turn a hobby into a day job, especially when your so damn good at it :D is there a jealous emoji?!
It’s still aspirational, but circumstances may allow something to happen in 3-5 years time. We will have to see...
 
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