Thought you guys might like to see the end result now the new owner has got this one back on the road. I think you will agree he has made a very nice job of it;
Here is a rare opportunity to purchase a very original fastback which would be an excellent base for a project. I bought the car in June with the intention of keeping it but with 1 project already on the go and no room to keep it I have decided to sell unfortunately.
According to the original owner everything is original and the car has never had any structural welding. There will be some work required in the usual places, wing tips have been repaired poorly in the past and I suspect the sills, valance etc will need attention but this is by no means a basket case! Suspension tops front and rear are solid and all the panel gaps/door shuts are spot on - see photo's.
The interior is brown, I have taken a picture of the door card for reference. The seats themselves are covered in covers that were made to fit many years ago. The seats will need a good clean but will look very nice once cleaned.
Having been owned from new by a very fastidious chap, the car has wanted for nothing and even though it has been off the road for some time he ensured everything was still moving. The car rolls and stops although the brakes have not been tested at any speed. The clutch is free and the engine turns no problem. Infact I think a spot of fresh fuel and a decent battery would have it running in no time.
Current mileage is just under 75'000 and the car obviously has no tax or MOT.
I have also advertised on ebay but would hope to sell it to an enthusiast and this is the best place to find one!
Please feel free to ask any questions or if more pictures are req'd.
1971 Fastback Rapier
Posted - 17 Nov 2011 : 18:18:42
