And finally it's done

[Jonjeffryes]

So it's finally done...it's been the longest most drawn out engine change I've ever been involved in. I think I'll stick to Porsches in future!

Who in their right mind thought it would be a good idea to stick the bloody engine in the middle of the car . ...what...it's all about the handling...ok I'll remember that as I trundle around the m25 at 5mph

Seriously though I'm glad I did it and saved the car from being broken.....but don't ask me to do another for a while

Now the cleaning is underway. The car has sat in the garage for over a year and was dirty when parked up. The front bumper and mirrors have suffered with fading and lacquer peel...and the rear bumper is a shade or two too light plus there are various dings and dents to deal with...not too bad for a 20 year old car really.

So here are the first shots of the clean up...there's a bit to do but the MR's beginning to look good again....

[Sleep O]

Nice one mate, I'm trying to save one from the scrapyard at the moment.
Good to know I'm not the only one.

Gearbox off tomorrow looking for a replacement

Enjoy your 2, she's looking great!

[HighwayStar]

Nice to see a tidy original car saved. Good job.

R.

[riot68]

Well done a very good job, just need to get that rear fog hidden now ...

[uglee]

Nice one well done, looks very original which is probably where the money will be come in another 10 years.

When I bought mine it was probably 6 months from the breakers. New engine, new front end, and newcompletely new suspension. It's something that I've got some satisfaction from.

But I won't be doing it again!