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That seems fair, around what I would hope for. If you end up getting a quote please share (if you don't mind).

I had a headliner done by these guys in Culver City. They did good work and had a few interesting projects going on in the shop ranging from an older Ferrari restoration to a way over the top Bentley interior, complete with ostrich skin, gold trim and rhinestones. The rhinestones might be a bit much for the 7. I talked to them about future seats for my 7 project and he seemed happy to take on small jobs. https://bestwayautoupholstery.com/

I was going to say the same thing. You've got a potential donor, why not go transverse mid engine? Check out the Midlana. Very detailed book and knowledgeable designer: https://www.lulu.com/shop/kurt-bilinski/midlana-second-edition-coilbound/paperback/product-22423869.html?srsltid=AU7gw4UBHCQPol2NNVB5QlGG80DLcUvRK6XBJQNU6J5LKYMhjSsV4PVP&page=1&pageSize=4 A few current build threads here: (Beware the Locostusa forum, tons of amazing information, sometimes difficult to access. https://www.locostusa.com/forums/viewforum.php?f=36 And the designer's own car here: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/turbocharged-k24a-powered-tube-frame-street-car/

Tough mice out in Philly! Urine causing rust and etching maybe?

I don't mind seeing a car in it's natural state, it's like seeing the aforementioned super model without makeup. (On the other hand, it's nice to know she at least made the effort to wash her hair and brush her teeth!)

I'm interested. Sent you a message.

I love the useless information category! It's all the great background stories that make this stuff fun. I worked for Dave Bean for a little while in the late 80s, and one day I was rummaging through an old filing cabinet buried in storage and came a cross a drawer full of large drawings, neatly folded and labeled. Much to my delight, hey were chassis plans for a 20, 22, 23, 7, and a few others. I had them spread out on a table when Dave showed up and asked what the hell I thought I was doing. I told him I was just trying to immerse myself in Lotus knowledge, or some other nervous BS. He winked and said, "Okay, just make sure they don't go missing, I'm going to check." Maybe the shop still has them, who knows?

Cool! My life is complete. Well, at least my drawing set is.

I've also seen this set before, but it always seems to missing Sheet 2. Has anyone seen it, or is it classified...?

Thanks again!

Good info, thanks! I'm about two years away from registering (I hope...). Did you end up at that DMV by luck, or did someone refer you there?

California. For a moment, I forgot everyone doesn't live here! Even though it seems like it sometimes.

http://queens-english.org/ There's usually a pretty good general Lotus turnout at this show along with a few 7s. Woodley Park in Van Nuys, near the 405 and 101 junction.

Maybe a tight fit, but I notice everyone still has the proper facial expression!

I think this is one of the key takeaways: A modern car needs wires to run almost everything, including the headlights... A little wisdom for anyone building a car. DON'T FORGET THE WIRES!