mrmustang

Car has been sold to an owner also in SC

Yes, at this time, still available, happy to show it to you up close and in person.

As stated earlier, sorry, no trades

SWMBO has decided she does not want to drive any of our convertibles any longer, she will occasionally go for a ride, but even that is becoming farther apart than it used to be.Preferring the 70 Shelby or her 2.5L Ford Duratec powered Miata GT if nothing else. I'll be brutally honest, since "we" are not using it as much as "I" would like, same with our 05 Corvette convertible (22,700 original miles, less than 300 miles in the last year), both went up for sale on their appropriate sites. Once one goes, then I'm back to not having to juggle cars to get something out (everything goes out the door my Expedition is parked in front of), which will take some of the pressure I'm feeling off, although eventually, both will go. I've attached a shot of the current parking situation so you understand what I'm talking about. Any other questions, just let me know, as others will tell you, I'm not shy about sharing the good, bad, or in this case sheer indifference. Bill

I've used them in some of my Cobra replicas, you will absolutely love them. Bill

https://tc.canada.ca/en/road-transportation/importing-vehicle/importing-older-vehicles-canada The bottom line with Trans Canada importation is the paperwork, or the paper trail from birth to import. If you have this information, yes, it is my understanding working with Cobra replicas, a 15 year old or older Caterham can essentially be imported as a running, driving vehicle. Where you get in to trouble, as many Cobra replica buyers in Canada have found out, it is not what the car is titled as (IE: 1965 Ford 2dr convertible in some cases with Cobras), but the original manufacturers documentation showing the date of manufacture. The above link will give you the basics, warnings as well about rebuilt or RHD (depends on the providence). They also specifically give you the following: "For vintage replica vehicles, the age is assessed using the final date of completion of the replica, not the model year it replicates. If an importer is unable to provide valid proof of age to establish a vehicle’s non-regulated status, CBSA officers will assess a vehicle for importation according to normal guidelines, which can result in its denial at the Canadian border if the vehicle does not comply." This may or may not come in to play, as Caterham is not building replicas, but ongoing production of their cars. So, depending on your local providence, you might be able to import a 15 year old Caterham after all. Your best bet is to contact your local authorities and see if they will allow the car on the road once it is imported. Have I gone full circle yet? Bill

I was having withdrawal symptoms at 5:30am

I'd not worry about the tariff on a sub $50 part from a private seller as it is not really a car part, but a wall decoration which is not subject to tariffs https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/177342873102 and https://caterhamparts.co.uk/nosecones/27-grille-nosecone-s3-7-logo-grey.html

I've been around FFR since the very beginning, assisted in building a single digit MK I, so I post the following with a little history with the company: Like the FFR GTM, Spyder (I owned and finished the original Silver prototype), and now the 818, they are an acquired taste. More than 60% of the owner/builders sell them off in quick fashion, or end up selling them off still in kit form, both unbuilt at all, or unfinished. Bill

Might want to re-edit here with an asking price

I realize this may be a bit out of the ordinary, but my 03 RHD UK spec Caterham SV is by all accounts considered and was originally sold as a "Super Seven", however, with the 210hp Caterham USA spec motor, I've been asked by several potential buyers what the modern equivalent would be. 310, 360, or 420? If I go by HP, given the current spec on the Caterham site it would be between the 360 and 420 does this sound right given it's a Zetec and not a Duratec driveline? More power to weight at this point, as a modern version would be a "S" Street Pack equipped car. Can anyone sort this question out for me? As always, thanks in advance Bill

Thanks for the inquiries, but we are downsizing our collection, so no trades

Is the trailer open or enclosed? Tell me more about the 911 if you can

Perfect, thanks for the lead. Bill

Interesting concept and idea, wonder if there is anyone who offers replacement seat covers for the cloth Caterham seats. As for black, a personal choice, now, if the car was BRG, then a tan set of seats would be awesome

Since the car has not found a new owner yet, I figured I'd continue on with my original planned upgrades. So, I'm looking for a nice set of Black Leather SV seats with headrests. Found a set in the UK, but neither the UK or US based UPS stores want to touch them due to the unsteady tariff situation. Serious inquiries only please. Bill

Requested photograph showing both seat harnesses installed

Perhaps,yet, I still advise anyone interested in this car to lay their eyes on it in person. Better safe than sorry.

Red flag here as FFR does not offer a Ford GT kit, 427SC, 289 FIA, Daytona Coupe, yes, Ford GT, T65 or any other name, sorry, no. This is a T65 Ford https://www.tractordata.com/lawn-tractors/000/6/3/633-ford-gt-65.html This type of "mixed conversation" is what caused my friend and I (as his adviser) to gently step away from the car and it's purported seller/owners. Yes, really

Thanks, I had reached out last November and my interaction was not as smooth as yours. My friend in the northeast ended up with an older Series 1 bought out of the local newspaper no less. Bill

Caution should be a concern with this one, as it has been for sale for well over 11 months. At such a great price, it would be a surprise as to why it has not sold far sooner. Face to face on this one is the only way to go. Bill

I dislike when I get involved in political style debates, as my mind wanders and the posts above get made. While I may not agree with what others are saying or posting, I never draw a line is civil discussion. With that said I prefer what it takes to make $1.00 widgets (abbreviated list below) Bank loans Design and engineering Purchase of property in which to build the assembly plant to make them Kickbacks and graft to grease the wheels so we can get approval for the building Kickbacks to certain organizations so that we can have the labor and suppliers to clear, prep, and build out so we have someplace to build the widgets Utilities The design and purchase of specialty equipment to build the widgets Hiring and training the workforce to build the widgets Insurance to cover the workforce who will be building the widgets Insurance to cover the building/equipment/property in case something bad should befall the widget manufacturing plant or employees Sales force to sell the widgets so we can pay back the enormous initial investment to open the doors in the first place Taxes, let's not forget the taxes being paid out, property, sales, infrastructure, employment, all before you have turned the lights on to make your widgets Or You could give up your rights to make the widgets and license it to an offshore company to make the widgets for you, but get caught paying import tariffs. As someone who has developed/owned commercial property, I can tell you in the short term the last line above this one sounds awful tempting, but in reality, the longer description above is the smarter choice. The trick of course is to convince others that in the long game, having a pay off date, and then owning the property (IE: added value) outright is the smarter play. Bill PS: My posts above are both pre and post libation enhanced, only I know which is which PSS: Screw civil discourse, I'm taking my Caterham out as soon as the tree guys finish cutting the tree down this AM

In retrospect I was harsh with my response,and I humbly apologize for it, truly I do. I guess for me, after spending days going through as much as my aging mind could handle with all of the countless lawsuits brought by people not driven 100% by the business aspect, but partially due to politics, or politicians feeding their frenzy. We can't get away from it, I wish we all could, but we as a country are in such a divided way, and we need to take a step back from the cliff we are all headed towards. Why are we being driven there, and who will gain the most by dividing us all the way to a non physical civil war. I used to use the term united we stand, divide we fail. Forget the two major political parties for a moment, or the ideological stances within the multitude of factions of them, then ask yourself who wants us to fail the most, and why? Wish I had a qualified answer that would cover it all, but I don't, and I'm not one to deal in conspiracy theory, but it's just not right what is going on in our country, or even with our allies across the ocean. We are all being torn apart, threatened if you like, from the inside out. I wish everyone well, and again, ask for forgiveness from my harsh attitude above. Bill

Democrat, Republican, left, right, center, it does not matter, and for those that think it does, you've been drinking too much of your particular parties koolaid, believing what is being reported, instead of actually going out and reading what is on paper on the subject Short term the tariffs are going to hurt, no ifs and/or buts about it. If allowed after the lawsuits (after reading over 1,000 pages of them, some are shaky at best), they will help the country in the long run. Will there be a new normal, yes, but nothing like what could happen on the flip side if we go back to the way it was. Will prices go up, sure, but not as severely as they had over the past 3-4 years. Sure, short term things will be fine, but 3-8 years from now, not only will inflation rear it's ugly head in a big way, but the term people will be using will not be recession but depression. Think otherwise, read the actual lawsuit paperwork, the arguments being submitted back and forth, and unless you only have half a brain, you'll figure it out for yourself.

I ended up buying the AC Delco AFS-73 (GM # 25312178) which has the female version (picture on right) and I swapped out for the male plug from an old oxygen sensor I found in the boot (no part number). Eventually, I'll find the correct adapter from GM and switch the ends around on the main harness so I can use the AFS-73 as it comes out of the package from GM. I've yet to stop at the local GM dealer parts counter to see if they have a harness repair kit or not for the other side of the stock oxygen sensor. Bill