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Graeme

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Registered: 26th Jul 04
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19th Apr 14 at 20:39

So last October I saw an advert for a viva hc that head been stored for a long time and needed a new home. Few people emailed but after they all messed him about he emailed me the other week to see if I was still interested.

Found out a few more details and took the trailer down this morning to Croydon. The garage had only been opened a number of times in the past 15 years. But the car had never been moved. I was very sceptical to the condition if it as the guy knows it was at least 15 years it had been in there. Upon opening the door was greeted by this.

Tyres were pumped up and it simply rolled out. Nothing binded on free rolled and was presently suprised to see it outside.

Did a bit more chatting with the guy and more checking over and all was sorted and we would take it so got about loading it.

Whilst up on the trailer was a good time to get a good look underneath. Solid. All the usual bad places it was mint condition.

Started the 2 hour journey home very pleased with what we had.

Spent the afternoon trying to get it running. Ripped out the poor wiring and aftermarket alarm that was causing issues and got it turning over until the starter seemed to pack up. Got spares to try over the weekend. Finished by giving it a wash. Leaving it at my brother which is is a posh area so made it a bit more respectable.

Few issues need sorting but plan is to get it running and through a mot within the 2 weeks to try and use it as my car to get me to my wedding.

Found out it's been in a few TV series from the late 80's as the guy is a cameraman. It's done 70k ish. Had a rebuilt engine before it was put away. Brand new webber carb on it. Overall very pleased and should a good little car to plod around in occasionally.

[Edited on 19-04-2014 by Graeme]

Ben G

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19th Apr 14 at 20:45

look forward to seeing this evolve.

Minty_Fresh

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19th Apr 14 at 20:47

Nice find

corsarooney

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19th Apr 14 at 20:48

That is fucking boss

Looks in such good condition aswel!

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djgritt

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Registered: 1st Nov 07
Location: Dorset Drives: Focus ST / Hyundai i20N
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19th Apr 14 at 21:02

Do want.

evilrob

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19th Apr 14 at 21:41

dan-sport

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Registered: 9th Oct 07
Location: Bushbury, West Midlands
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19th Apr 14 at 22:04

What happened to your green one? Not seen anything about it for a while? I'm on the look out for a decent viva HB for a bit of a project myself.

taylorboosh

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19th Apr 14 at 22:40

How much was that? Epic

Graeme

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19th Apr 14 at 22:46

quote:
Originally posted by dan-sport
What happened to your green one? Not seen anything about it for a while? I'm on the look out for a decent viva HB for a bit of a project myself.

Still got it. Rebuilding the whole thing on it after my wedding.

Graeme

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19th Apr 14 at 22:47

quote:
Originally posted by taylorboosh
How much was that? Epic

Good enough that made it worth our while. Most wouldnt believe me if I said anyway.

[Edited on 19-04-2014 by Graeme]

craig55

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19th Apr 14 at 23:11

Any use if I still have it

Graeme

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19th Apr 14 at 23:21

That a hc grill?

Graeme

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19th Apr 14 at 23:23

Actually no it's a HB. Allready got 2 thanks.

Tomnova16

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20th Apr 14 at 01:14

Hb lol

http://www.lemass.co.uk/ for all your automotive/bodyshop needs
Located in Chalfont st Peter

taylorboosh

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20th Apr 14 at 05:47

Also - id love a badass 4x4 and trailer

IainL

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20th Apr 14 at 07:07

Blimey that's mint looking!

Graeme

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20th Apr 14 at 08:18

Granted the pics make it look a lot better than it is but it's not bad!

BeetleGav

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20th Apr 14 at 09:55

Want! That could look really smart, clean looking colour too.

Graeme

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20th Apr 14 at 10:03

quote:
Originally posted by taylorboosh
Also - id love a badass 4x4 and trailer

We own a few trailers for various jobs. Mainly agriculture. We're looking to sell this trailer and get a lightweight one though. The truck isn't the best on fuel, non of them are but it's got a high towing capacity, but it's my brother. Think it's about 6 months old.

taylorboosh

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20th Apr 14 at 10:31

I would buy one - but really dont have the space

Graeme

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20th Apr 14 at 14:11

What a truck or viva? Truck doesn't take room up more than a car.

GB123

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20th Apr 14 at 14:44

Any good them Isuzus? What are they like inside?

nathy_87

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Location: West Mids. Drives: Škoda Fabia VRS 5J
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20th Apr 14 at 14:51

Gorgeous! I can smell the interior from here.

Graeme

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20th Apr 14 at 17:01

quote:
Originally posted by GB123
Any good them Isuzus? What are they like inside?

Pretty good. Inside is nice. Seems slot bigger than the rodeo which he had before. Had a few problems already, wiring and sensor issues. Pulls well though.

Graeme

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20th Apr 14 at 17:02

quote:
Originally posted by nathy_87
Gorgeous! I can smell the interior from here.

I was surprised how clean the inside is. Just needs a good Hoover and deep clean.

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