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Now, what about that Birkin in Alberta? Same money as that BDA/R whatever? in NM went for for but a newer, completely turn key car.

That was a lot of money from where I sit for a dodgy pile of parts. Looked like it had either been left out in the elements for a long period of time, (and collected rain water) to the point that the seat rails were rusted solid. Or... It had been in a flood. The seller wasn't very forthcoming and seemed to go from smart to dumb in his answers (as I noted before).

This is the car that Time Machines sold earlier this year, correct? It was to new and too expensive for me then, however would I be able to afford it now with the extra 5% buyers fee and shipping from Arizona? Well, perhaps if someone was willing to store it in the Buffalo area for 6 months of the year it could then come visit Canada the other six. Ya, that might work. Now to figure out how to come up with the cash... Where's that head scratch emoji?

Just a couple of things? How about the seller?? He doesn't seem to have a clue. Is that because he really doesn't know or is this an act? I mean really, who mistakes aluminum for stainless steel? Quote from the seller: "...The pictures tend not to show very much, however, as the underside is just the stainless steel skin with the rear diff and the sump poking through it"

For those who ride and live in the southeast, the wife and I have decided to attend this years Ducks Fly South Ducati rally in Murphy NC. We'll be driving our black BRZ tS not riding. If you're in the area and want a great weekend ride with like minded people sign up. Go to USDesmo.com for info on the club, (you do not have to be a member) and then click on the DFS Rally. All makes are welcome. There is always a large variety. However, Italian brands get bigger smiles. If you do not ride and want to stretch your se7en's legs in the Blue Ridge mountains then come out and see a collection of fine motorcycles. The Cherohala Skyway maybe open by then with a temporary fix at mile marker 4.5. Pop & Pizza Meet-n-Greet Friday around supper time. Saturday has three, 3 hour routes with a common lunch stop. Saturday evening is a catered meal with bench racing in the parking lot to follow. Sunday is open. We usually get there early Thursday and go off exploring to places like Teleco, Helen, Dahlonega and such. The At some point we always visit the Veterans Memorial Park in Clayton, Georgia. I may even take the tS to the Dragon. I know there are lots of other roads that are better, less traveled but... I'll get my photo taken by at least three different people. eh! So, if in your travels your see a black BRZ tS with Ontario plates between the 12 and the 19th of September, That's US!

Yo @Baptistelake the wife and I used to ride all over that area. Now I'm looking for a seven so I can drive those roads.

A quick search shows that at least the one 1.7 BDR Caterham I found had the Engine No. stamped in place. This car has no such stamp. Doesn't mean it didn't come with the BDR or that the 1.7 I found hasn't had a new plate made. I guess you could contact Caterham for info but the auction will be over be over by the time you hear back.

If only the BDR seven was in the condition and location of the rotary car... Both are projects but one much more so than the other.

But isn't that the whole idea, I mean to drive more viewers to their adds. I'd think they'd be happy about it. It's not like Croc or this site is making money off of just sharing a URL.

I came across an interesting car that sold by auction in 2022 and is now up for sale by a high end dealer. I think someone went a little to extreme in lowering the shift knob. The first photo is from the auction ad. The second is from the current ad and you can see it is now much lower.

Congrats! I'm so jelly... I thought I had a chance to join the club today but I guess I really didn't. Oh well the search continues for the rest of us.

Well, I was the guy from Canada (or at least one of, if there were more). As soon as I read that ad I knew it was meant to be my car. It's like what I would have ordered if I had the money back in the day. Not the fastest, biggest HP tire shredding beast some people lust after. Just a nice mix of go, turn, stop in a stripped down package. Plus, the seller lived just 30 minutes from Marblehead MA. where DSK Cars was located. To me, that’s the spiritual home of Sevens in North America. I hope whoever got it paid through the nose. I wish them many miles of problems and frustration. (Oh wait, that’s most seven owners. Never mind.) I really hope that it doesn’t show up on BaT in a couple of weeks with fresh tires and quickie detail job. Now that would really frost my cookies!

Well now I know why he didn't return my calls or PM's. Geezzz, I had found his home address and home phone number but was being typically the polite Canadian. So how did you find out it sold?

You go get that Birkin and let me try for this one. Seller sent me his phone number but says not to call until after 2:30. I'll be on the road then and will not be able to call until closer to 5:00. How did you get the photos?

Hi Paul, we share so many common interests. I’m a big Rickenbacker fan and guitars in general. I used to play finger style and own three Andrew White custom builds and a Duane Noble built harp guitar. Also love Italy. The wife and I spent 10 days touring Tuscany as well as Bologna and Modena as guests of Ducati. Speaking of which, I still have one motorcycle left. A 1998 900 SS Final Edition we bought new as a 25th wedding present to ourselves. I know a little bit of what you’re going though as the wife sold her Ducati Indiana to the then CEO of Ducati. He had a devil of a time to get the bike back into Italy. I love what you’ve done with your Westfield too. Hoping to hear more about you and your seven’s adventures in Italy.

The ad says "calls only" but I can't figure out how to find a phone number. I sent a reply through the ad.

I know exactly how I feel about it. I'm just to polite to post it. I hope he upgraded the stub axles and bearings

On that thought, a good one for a Caterham would be a play on "The Cat's Pajamas". Perhaps CATS PJS. (Ontario can have 8 characters including a space.) I also like KIT CAT, FAST CAT and FASTKITY

This is the same car that was listed on BaT just the other day? https://bringatrailer.com/listing/caterham-roadsport/

Any questions re; cars & parts https://birkindirect-usa.com/

Ian, you need to find a copy of Hemmings Sports & Exotic Car November 2014 Issue 111. In it there is an article called: Restoration Profile: A spectacular Lotus Seven emerges from its owner's garage. I'm sure a lot of your questions will be answered. From working on early open wheeled Lotus race cars I know that the frames were painted gray. The images I found online from the above article looks like the fender, interior and rear boot cover piping are white. Remember, Google is your friend. (oops, I see I'm a little late with this info.)

The story I was told decades ago was that they came with the area around "COSWORTH" painted. However, the paint used didn't hold up and would blister and flake off. So many 2nd, 3rd and so on owners never knew this. (See photos). Your car, your choice.

All my Seven books are packed away however, a search of the internet has shown many early sevens with a flat top tunnel. Some have the long bent shifter and one had an extension arm. (see photos) But just as many had short levers or short, slightly bent levers. I think there was a reason for it in the early cars. It carried over until they realized it was more work to fabricate and was no longer needed.

Not seven specific but how about: 4U2NV