Quick Introduction - a new Elan owner
Posted: Sat Apr 12, 2014 6:26 am
Hello,
I thought I'd briefly introduce myself, as I will likely become an active part of this community starting over the next few weeks.
This past weekend, I purchased a 1967 Elan S/E (chassis no. 45/7287). Some of you in the SF Bay Area might have seen it advertised locally (it was the one with the Sprint-like paint job, 5.5" gold Revolution wheels and RHD).
While the reality of what I have just done is sinking in, I am also starting to take stock of what needs to be done - mainly, a refresh of the brakes and suspension. I'm planning on doing the brakes myself, while leaving the suspension work to more capable hands. I'm sure I'll be asking plenty of questions as I dive in!
Other than the Elan, I have accrued a motley fleet of other British vehicles, including a Land Rover Discovery (the daily driver), a '70 Triumph Spitfire Mk3, and an '80 Rover 3500 SD1. In a prior life, I primarily had French and Italian cars (hence the handle).
In any case, I look forward to participating here, and I've already been perusing a treasure trove of great tips and writeups from the past.
Thanks!
Adam
SF, CA
I thought I'd briefly introduce myself, as I will likely become an active part of this community starting over the next few weeks.
This past weekend, I purchased a 1967 Elan S/E (chassis no. 45/7287). Some of you in the SF Bay Area might have seen it advertised locally (it was the one with the Sprint-like paint job, 5.5" gold Revolution wheels and RHD).
While the reality of what I have just done is sinking in, I am also starting to take stock of what needs to be done - mainly, a refresh of the brakes and suspension. I'm planning on doing the brakes myself, while leaving the suspension work to more capable hands. I'm sure I'll be asking plenty of questions as I dive in!
Other than the Elan, I have accrued a motley fleet of other British vehicles, including a Land Rover Discovery (the daily driver), a '70 Triumph Spitfire Mk3, and an '80 Rover 3500 SD1. In a prior life, I primarily had French and Italian cars (hence the handle).
In any case, I look forward to participating here, and I've already been perusing a treasure trove of great tips and writeups from the past.
Thanks!
Adam
SF, CA