DanLayton Posted June 16, 2010 Share Posted June 16, 2010 (edited) The need to make space in my garage for a new project forces me to sell my 2003 Birkin S3, which I have owned since new. This Birkin is powered by a 190 bhp 2-liter Ford Zetec, Webcon fuel-injected and coupled to a Ford T-9 5-speed. Painted dark blue with a silver hood stripe and black interior, both driver’s seat and pedals are adjustable to accommodate drivers of all sizes. I’m 6’2” and 195 lbs. and fit fine. Purchased new in January 2004 from Wire Wheel Sports Cars in Vero Beach, FL, it's registered in Missouri as a "1967 Birkin". Only driven on the street for a total of 7,600 miles, it has never been raced or run at track days. It is a one-owner car with complete maintenance history, including an upgraded clutch assembly installed in 2005. The car comes complete with full “weather kit” including folding top and side curtains, tonneau cover, heated windshield and cockpit heat with three-position fan. It has never overheated, even in typically hot and humid Midwest summer conditions. The original build included many upgrades, including Webcon fuel injection; Raceline water rails; steel braided brake/clutch lines, updated electrical system, tie-rod “gator” covers, Panasport wheels, including the mounted spare, fitted with Z-rated Pirelli P700 195/50-15 tires; and side wind deflectors. All build manuals – including both printed copies and a CD-Rom – are included in the sale, along with all maintenance records, receipts, and source information for replacement parts. The car is in overall excellent condition, with only a few seat scratches and routine rock chips on the fenders. It has been an extremely reliable, fun, attention-getting ride for me for the past six+ years. Asking price is $25,000 and the car is located in St. Louis, Missouri. I can be contacted through this forum, the Birkin owners group, e-mail (danlayton47@earthlink.net) or phone (314-614-9763). Several more pictures also available on request. Thanks, Dan Layton Edited June 16, 2010 by DanLayton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Proj217 Posted June 16, 2010 Share Posted June 16, 2010 Paging Bster Beautiful ride man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bster13 Posted June 16, 2010 Share Posted June 16, 2010 hrmmm... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mondo Posted June 17, 2010 Share Posted June 17, 2010 (edited) Bster, Birkin was my 2nd choice... due to it being a bit more civilized for touring capabilities. Looks pretty sweet. And consider this... if it's not to your liking I'm sure you would lose very little money reselling it. PS - I don't know Dan, just trying to get Bstr into the 7 fraternity Edited June 17, 2010 by Mondo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruadhd2 Posted June 17, 2010 Share Posted June 17, 2010 Curious. Why was Birkin your second choice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bster13 Posted June 17, 2010 Share Posted June 17, 2010 Well it would have to pass emissions for 2003. (In Ct they do it off the engine, not the frame) Is the car emissions compliant? I have considered this manufacturer....mainly because of this website: http://home.earthlink.net/~slomove/index.html great stuff there. What does the car weigh? I am wondering if I want a heater, or just use heated electrical motorcycle clothing like I have in the past. Thx. Bster, Birkin was my 2nd choice... due to it being a bit more civilized for touring capabilities. Looks pretty sweet. And consider this... if it's not to your liking I'm sure you would lose very little money reselling it. Dude...I'm already there, believe me. I'm like the pledge who will do most anything to get in the fraternity, but I just haven't been hazed enough yet to get in. :conehead: PS - I don't know Dan, just trying to get Bstr into the 7 fraternity Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mondo Posted June 17, 2010 Share Posted June 17, 2010 (edited) It was my second choice mainly because I like the honda engine. I'd take a Birkin over a Caterham due to the price... it's hard to tell the difference between the two and pedigree is not that important to me. The good thing about owning a Caterham is the strong member association... they tend to be a larger, tighter group than most (though very friendly and helpful to other 7 clone owners as well). Don't want to start a pissing contest... just my two cents. Edited June 17, 2010 by Mondo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
11Budlite Posted June 18, 2010 Share Posted June 18, 2010 Well it would have to pass emissions for 2003. (In Ct they do it off the engine, not the frame) Is the car emissions compliant? Bster - Unless something has changed since 2007 when I registered my Birkin, you shouldn't have to do emission testing in Ct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
11Budlite Posted June 18, 2010 Share Posted June 18, 2010 FYI: Since 7/1/07 composite vehicles are exempt. [/url]http://www.ctemissions.com/exempt.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bster13 Posted June 18, 2010 Share Posted June 18, 2010 Bruce, unfortunately I believe the rules have changed: http://www.locostusa.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=95801#p95801 But I am a newb with this stuff... I may be wrong. I'd love some guidance actually. Also... if these rules are correct, what happens if your Pre 2008 engine dies and you replace with a 2010? Are you now under the emission gun? @ Bruce. Are you going to be at the USA7s meetup in NJ Saturday? :party: Bster - Unless something has changed since 2007 when I registered my Birkin, you shouldn't have to do emission testing in Ct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
11Budlite Posted June 18, 2010 Share Posted June 18, 2010 What does the car weigh? I am wondering if I want a heater, or just use heated electrical motorcycle clothing like I have in the past. Thx. Birkins are generally around 1300# depending on how they are equipped. I removed my heater/blower motor and use a Gerbing heated jacket liner. Keeps me nice and toasty and simplifies the plumbing under the hood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
11Budlite Posted June 18, 2010 Share Posted June 18, 2010 Dan - Sorry for the thread hijack. You have a beautiful car, good luck with the sale! Bster - Sorry, but it does look like things have changed. I would have to do some more research but if I blew my motor now, I don't think I'd be telling the DMV! Sorry, can't make it to NJ this weekend. One of these days we'll make it down there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 Dan, Is the car still for sale? Please call 724 444 7663 or e-mail info@YourEscapes.net I will be going to Chicago this week and would like to see it on my way or way back. Thanks, Kevin Soergel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanLayton Posted August 8, 2010 Author Share Posted August 8, 2010 My apologies to all who made recent inquiries on my Birkin. I have received a deposit for the car and it is sold pending a final inspection/drive by the owner. -Dan Layton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now