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lol, it arrived Trevor. And thanks. Will reply now. I know what you mean. A new forum system can be a challenge at first :)

My mobility comes and goes Trevor, so having just driven the LR back from GB, I need a bit more time to recover. I only saw an ad for it yesterday, otherwise I might've gone. If you see any good condition hicap sand coloured canvases, I'd definitely be interested. If we don't meet beforehand...

Well, I've yet to get under it Dag, but I was assured by the seller (who has an excellent rep) that mechanically, its all good. So, yep, essentially its a clean, paint and polish job. I 'get' the sentiments about turning Landys into weekend gin palaces on wheels. But, I figure that if the...

I did try leading a couple of tech / media start-ups, while I was too ill to do anything else. But apart from being a massive learning curve of what NOT to do, nothing much came of either. Partly down to me. Partly down to my tech 'partners'. I'd still like to solve something Trevor. But, I...

Spoke to the guys that rebuilt this, yesterday. Was asking about canopy options. But, we got talking, as you do. The Defender was essentially rebuilt from the ground up. TD5 engine fitted, I think they said. Was a 'money no object' custom job. Ended up in Switzerland. So, if I attempt something...

So, the semi camo'd Defender is the HiCap I just bought. The Defender posing on the beach, maybe the end result I'll go for. With a sand coloured canopy over the tub. But, am still looking for ideas online. Want to keep it as stock looking as possible, while updating the cab, sorting out the...

Is that a cheetah-pig? Only ever saw a fossilised one, in a museum. Apparently cheetah-pigs can beat a stock Series over 100m, whereas a Defender is a bit more of a challenge.

Sorry for the 'bone' question. Was just talking to a specialist, who gave me chapter and verse on my options. Hicap hood. Sell on. Buy a 110 next time ;) Doriz ........ why the fondness for Hicaps? Just idle curiosity.

Geez. In the SportsMaserati forums, they even let Alfa owners in! Nobody's ever said anything about owning multiple cars. Are these rules of which you speak, written down anywhere? In stone maybe? ;) At the risk of inviting ........ I don't know what. Would anyone know where I might get hold of...

Cheers Dag. You're correct. Part of the point of buying the vehicle, is to start to develop some basic mechanical and bodywork skills. Most of my career thus far has been in corporate troubleshooting and the heaviest bit of kit there was my ballpoint. I plan to split my time between this mini...

Fair enough Dag. Given the potential buyers, do you think it's worth refurbing cosmetically ? (Heritage style) If so, what do you think I ought to be asking for it?

I think I'm going to have to see what's possible and what's most in demand and hopefully there's some common ground between the two :)

Thanks again guys. Going to see what sales are on or on soon and hit Halfords/Lidl etc Zeaphod, I'm in Bushmills but I'll be in Belfast regularly from late Sept. If there's a meet, maybe see you there, or if you're in this arse end of the galaxy, give me a shout :) Look like I might've f@%#ed up...

Cheers Ray. Comes up 'code expired', but will Google and see if I can find another code:)

Cheers guys. I did wonder whether a full length hood was possible. Will have to investigate. Was told by the seller that it's a Hicap. Will have to confirm.

I think I asked for that Henry! :)

Hi Guys Just bought my first Defender. Paid a bit more than I intended, but it has bomb proof mechanicals and comes from a very reputable source. Drove it 700 miles home, with no hiccups. Just been MoT’d with no advisories. It's a late 80's model, with a new chassis, bulkhead and 300 TDI...

Colin's work looks very good Trevor , but it's a bit pricey for me. I'm attempting to find out what kind of budget I'll need, if I was to do another of these. I need to find the best deals that I can, based on repeat business. Or find someone local to fabricate what I need. Though I suppose when...

Hiya Tailhook :) I'm old enough to recall the US Navy tailhook scandal of.. ....I think it was the 80's.........so, interesting choice of name ;) Anyhoo. Sounds like we're doing roughly the same thing. Be good to compare notes. The RR was supposed to be a quick turnaround with a profit. Its...

Hi Guys. I'm just about in County Antrim. Bushmills. Restoring a RR Classic (pictured) and collecting a 110 on Wednesday from GB and plan to give it a Heritage look with canvas roof. Been a confirmed Jeep guy until now. Just thought I'd introduce myself. If anyone's on the North Coast and...