Now, at this point, I have to admit, progress was slow going. I really struggled with working on the car in cramped conditions when I’m constantly tripping over stuff and can’t even get the doors properly open.
Thankfully, I managed to get some workshop space to get things moving.
Also a chance to get some better pics, and also find some more issues needing addressed…
Nothing wrong here, just love this interior!
Shows the issue with the paint blistering on the rear arches
Boot trim is gubbed, but full size spare is pretty sweet!
Hateful, hateful things
Numberplate lights dont even remotely fit
Headliner will probably need replaced, pretty grubby and some rust staining. Need to try and recreate the air deflector that should be at the front, it was slightly snapped in half a long time back.
Pinacle of British automotive wiring circa 1970…