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Well it is Thursday morning here on a coral atoll in the middle of the Indian Ocean. So Happy Thanksgiving! As your present here is a round up of cars I have found (and none on this island unsurprisingly - I mean no cars at all! :cooldude: ) A McSorley Locost 7 project on Fleabay with 4 hours to run on auction: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lotus-Super-Seven-custom-Lotus-7-Locost-Replica-/261668968476?forcerrptr=true&hash=item3cecaf981c&item=261668968476&pt=US_Cars_Trucks A Locost with a GXSR1000 bike engine and miata goodness. $8500 with 17 hours to run on auction at Fleabay http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lotus-Super-Seven-custom-Lotus-7-Locost-Replica-/171550269331?forcerrptr=true&hash=item27f1315f93&item=171550269331&pt=US_Cars_Trucks A WCM Ultralite in brilliant red. Ad says $35k invested. $22000 and a single bid at Fleabay. California car registered as a 1966 Lotus - not sure if this means no SB100? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lotus-Super-Seven-S2K-Ultralite-1966-lotus-super-7-replica-ultralite-s-2-k-/331391516821?forcerrptr=true&hash=item4d28794095&item=331391516821&pt=US_Cars_Trucks A fairly new Brunton Stalker in M spec mode. LS3 with 6 speed automatic. Really good photo of the IRS. Looks to have a lot of time with the detail during this build. A social owner as I can see it was out with other sevens in one photo - including Mario's car. Asking $38500 http://eastnc.craigslist.org/cto/4774383267.html The Stalker XL ad from Brunton is running - asking $49000 http://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/cto/4749957098.html The yellow Birkin with the scaffolding roll bar is back on Fleabay looking for opening bids at $25000 http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/261669957602?item=261669957602&lgeo=1&vectorid=229466 Custom Locost with a 351 Windsor V8 in Michigan. repeat visitor to this thread. Says it is near completion but also has license plates. Asking $8000 http://up.craigslist.org/cto/4761400844.html A Locost project for sale. Owner says "unfinished" which is positive spin when you look at the photos... Its a roller. Needs a few gallons of rust converter. Asking $1200 http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/4777656639.html R1 Locost as listed elsewhere on USA7s for sale forum by the owner http://www.ebay.com/itm/BEC-Locost-Lotus-Seven-replica-R1-engine-975-lbs-wet-/171554861147?_trksid=p2054897.l4275 May I take this opportunity to say Happy Thanksgiving, Turkeys! :seeya: And now I am off to have my morning swim with the turtles and dolphins. Last night I had the chef give me some fishy goodies for the dolphins which is yet one more reason for having an in room hotel minibar! Dolphins are smart - in just 2 days they know which overwater hut to hang out at for free food and then happily play with this fat white thing shaped like a shark bait ball. Edited to add - I have just discovered I have crabs! There are 3 of them playing hide and seek in the sun deck cushions which would have made lovely entertainment had I sat down without being careful.

That was a really good write up and helped me put the video into some context with the track map. Some of the bumps you mention are not obvious on the video unless you know exactly what you are looking for. Also because you avoided certain parts of the track I did not understand why but I do now. I guess I would change turn 11 to make it less of a hairpin and something more interesting, graduated transition. Turns 12 to 15 are the biggest problem. I guess what works for Formula 1 does not work for everyone else. I would scrap those corners for something completely different if I had my way. But alas I do not have my way so are left to see the folly that is a modern formula 1 circuit in these days. I guess this is why drivers love places like Spa, Monaco, Hungaoring, Red Bull Ring, Silverstone and hate the modern circuits like Abu Dhabi, Sochi, Korea, COTA where a formulaic approach to circuit design proves boring.

Shane - I think it is Paul (Wemtd) that is looking to explore CT and was just piggybacking off Steve's (Red Duck) thread. So you might help him out too by emailing Jim's contact info.

Fixed the pic - 2014 WRX hatch http://i1261.photobucket.com/albums/ii584/scannon929/Subaru%20WRX/001_zps64a5d6a2.jpg

Fixed the pics for you Skip! 1992 Miata in Yellow http://i1261.photobucket.com/albums/ii584/scannon929/1992%20Yellow%20Miata/DSCN4036_zpsfbd35d94.jpg http://i1261.photobucket.com/albums/ii584/scannon929/1992%20Yellow%20Miata/DSCN4018_zps989e7ea4.jpg

I really do quite like that color!

This is the predictive lap feature of Traqmate. Its showing how fast you would be if you were any good! Good video to watch. Having seen it I am disappointed in the track. It really comes across as point and squirt. It does not flow to any great degree. This is no criticism of your driving but really is criticising the way Tilke designs shit road courses these days. All the challenge seems to be taken out of them. What do you think Shane since you drove it?

oh shit - I was happily smirking while typing a post and now I am just noticing the filthy looks I am getting from a bunch of middle aged women....help! :svengo: Gentlemen - it was nice knowing you! :ack:

how embarrassing! I just opened this thread - pics and all - in the United Club Lounge bar at Newark airport. Needless to say it got a lot of attention and one sprayed drink on the floor!

I think you made a smart move. I am a fan of BAT and think their auction format is quite fair for both buyers and sellers.

Since I hop on a plane for a while starting this afternoon I thought I would leave people with some trailer porn as a memento of me. No Xcarguy Shane, not the same kind you get in red neck land (I am not into camel toes or moose knuckles anyway!), this kind of trailer porn - Ferrari F1 trailer for sale: http://racecarsdirect.com/listing/56820/ferrari_f1_2003_2013_motorhome_for_sale_with_astacar_prestige.html

Well look at that! Twobone has thrown us all a bone! You listed it on Bring A Trailer Auctions! http://bringatrailer.com/listing/1990-caterham-super-seven/ She's a good looking car - good luck with the sale!

Steve - was the for sale sign on the car before or after its "stylistic improvements"?

So let me get this right....Ferrari badges all over a Formula Mazda? No comment....I must resist! You look like you are having fun in there? Nice and comfy? Go on take it for a spin....you know you want to! :cooldude:

Just to reinforce BigDog's comment above, All Ways International was also highly recommended to me although I ultimately ended up not using them. I am currently using Cosdel who are proving to be very good for my car importing as they cover most of the big car collections on the West Coast and Monterey. I have a list of other import broker names who I would not recommend but I don't think I need to mention those!

Yes they need all the help they can get, along with the drivers :jester: Was it this guy? https://www.facebook.com/jalopnik/posts/480220068692811

Its Texas. Everything can be smoothed out with this State Government bureaucracy if you have a respectful attitude. They are some of the most business-friendly government people I have had the genuine pleasure of dealing with. This "cock up" probably happened because someone at Polaris got a little 'cute' and the bureaucrats discovered it and did not like being played for fools. When that happens its amazing how strict constructionist the bureaucrats can become. The seat excuse sounds like complete rubbish - both the Morgan and the T Rex have seats and are bikes in TX? And then Polaris doubled down and publicly blamed TX? They will not be easily forgiven for that one. A lesson to everyone on how not to manage your product regulatory approval process.

That looks fun despite the less than stellar weather. What is the red open wheeler that was next to you in the garage? Looks like a Ferrari F1 car but not convinced I am right!

Now I heard via a little Birdiegram that despite having a track 60 feet wide, a certain Storker found itself running off track. The level of feedback from the Mario Brothers is suspiciously quiet and that usually means your two year old is up to some form of mischief.... :hat:

I did not list it as Wirewheel has that yellow Birkin as being sold. Was that the same car you were looking at?

Well since Paul will be bored this morning I rustled up some other tasty goodies to help him to dribble coffee on his keyboard this morning! :conehead: First up is from F40 Motorsports. Yes you have the chance to go head to head with Wayne Carini with this Lotus Seven SB1844 in CT. You too can be featured on 'Chasing Classic Cars' and demonstrate to us all that you have the wallet, if not the stones, to negotiate a good price with a man who I think is a superb dealmaker and will strip you out of your shorts before you even turn the key! Go for it - we are ALL watching! :dupe: http://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/dealer/lotus/super_seven/1571604.html or http://www.f40.com/inventorymanager.php?action=view&Id=391277 Asking $49500. Its been for sale for at least 8 months. The previous red wheels are now charcoal painted which improves the looks no end. Strong money for a car that has no details in any advertisement. That said the F40 website has some tasty stuff to check out. Over in Steamboat Springs Lotus Seven S2 SB1107. This is the type of ad I like - nice photos, lots of technical specifications, a loving owner. Great stuff. And she looks to be in lovely condition. http://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/carsforsale/lotus/super_seven/1649151.html Asking $38500 A 2000 Caterham for sale at a San Francisco dealer asking $32995. Has been featured in this thread before. Fairly basic spec of 2L zetec and 5 speed, cloth seats in an attractive color. http://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/dealer/lotus/caterham/1678738.html Lots of photos here: http://sanfranciscosportscars.com/2000-caterham-super-7/ Lotus Seven SB1527 for sale in Oregon asking $38500. Restored example that presents well. http://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/carsforsale/lotus/super_seven/1684889.html A Westfield 11 for sale in LA for $29750. http://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/dealer/lotus/xi/1658012.html and http://www.sportscarla.com/1963_Lotus_XI_Lawndale_CA_228761551.veh

Sorry - I just re-read my post above and I can see I have had a bit of a rant. My apologies. At least you can see the emotional scars inflicted by US Government bureaucracy on me! :banghead:

Getting a straight answer on importation matters is really difficult. You talk to import agents/customs brokers and they all say "not a problem" and then you discover that the US Government bureaucracy is ALWAYS a problem and you end up paying for the import delays/exams/etc that dog a problematic import. So whoever you are using for shipping, make sure that you have carefully selected them based on references, track record, etc. Each time I have imported parts on pallets/crates (wheels, tires, brakes, shocks, etc) it has been incredibly painful. For example, when importing 4 shock absorbers this year, US Customs wanted an inventory of parts. It took 4 weeks for me to explain by phone, in writing, through an attorney, through the seller, that a shock absorber is a complete unit and not a collection of parts for import duty calculations. The other time US Customs decided to examine my wheel/tire/cabron import - chalk up hundreds of dollars in exam fees plus more for storage fees and delays. Make sure you have the right import agent/broker up front. Mine were like a souffle - they never rose to the occasion more than once. I won't even go into the pain I am having importing 2 over 25 year old cars which supposedly according to all the experts and my specialist attorney should be straightforward imports. Each time the Government has changed the rules by applying their own bizarre interpretation of what is right. And you are helpless at the mercy of some fat chick from the US government earning $30k a year who plays God depending on whether her friend has texted her in the last 5 minutes, she got screwed last night, she has a period, she has her chocolate latte at 11am or whether she is resentful of her lot in life to be ranked just above the shit that lies in the base of a toilet bowl. Despite her being supremely qualified to flip burgers she thinks she has the skills to give me an import colonoscopy with both hands and no vaseline and so she will - guaranteed every time.:cuss: For importing a kit car I think you would do well to start looking at what others do. Superformance with their South African Cobras/GT 40s, CAV with their GT40s, Birkin with their sevens, Caterham now with their cars, etc all employ a "roller" strategy. No drive train (engine/gearbox) is installed. You source that yourself separately and install it yourself. If I was doing this I would make sure I have an inventory of everything in that crate. However, I am not sure you can just buy yourself a kit overseas and ship it here. Each of the kit manufacturers has exclusive licenses with USA distributors. How are you going to get a US kit that has the correct US VIN sequence for a new car and a Manufacturers Statement of Origin? The MSO is vitally important to get a new built kit car registered - even Florida legally needs them and that well known as the easiest state to do anything dodgy with registering vehicles in. To get that MSO I doubt an overseas kit manufacturer would just overlook their exclusive distribution agreement to supply you a kit? If I was you I would consider buying the kit through a USA distributor. It may be more expensive but it is far less stressful and you know what you are going to get at the end of the day. Now if you want to buy a Caterham then I would be going down the road you are exploring as the prices are now so outrageously high that the big savings make sense for the effort you put in.

So true..so true! :iamwithstupid:

Whats wrong with being crazy? This is coming from a person who calls himself "the Enema" on track! :spam: