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The "Goldilocks" restoration thread

Started by ptashek, 28 March 2014, 07:56 AM

karmann_20v

Wow, that engine bay is looking so factory fresh, it isn't even funny!! It's coming along nicely.

floyd111

My word..that engine.. what can I say? Are you really gonna drive this car daily? Can't imagine. I'd be out on the roof with a shotgun, hunting for over-flying pigeons and skateboard punks.

ptashek

Quote from: floyd111 on 21 January 2016, 01:42 AM
My word..that engine.. what can I say? Are you really gonna drive this car daily? Can't imagine. I'd be out on the roof with a shotgun, hunting for over-flying pigeons and skateboard punks.

Certainly not daily. I didn't drive it daily even before the restoration.
But most certainly whenever I can, and when the Irish weather permits.

I'll probably be buying a shotgun or AA gun from a tank as "optional equipment", too :D
Pigeons beware indeed!
1993 "Pearl Blue" W124 280TE
1988 "Arctic White" W124 200T
1979 "Icon Gold" W116 450SE

ptashek

I did a run through all the documentation that was left with the car, and it appears I have the full factory complement, in original wallet, and in pretty darn good shape too.
I'll be seeing the car in person tomorrow or Thursday, so stay tuned for some fresh pics :)

1993 "Pearl Blue" W124 280TE
1988 "Arctic White" W124 200T
1979 "Icon Gold" W116 450SE

floyd111

Have you seen any "Protect your Warranty" booklets in German?
And, what is the orange little card in the middle of that picture?

And, a close-up of the white booklet left top, please

ptashek

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Quote from: floyd111 on 02 February 2016, 09:39 PM
Have you seen any "Protect your Warranty" booklets in German?
And, what is the orange little card in the middle of that picture?

And, a close-up of the white booklet left top, please

No, I haven't seen one of those in German. Might be UK specific.

ID numbers on it:
1. EDV 6540 2756
2. KD 00 102 8007 51 - 478 10

As for the orange card,  it's "Phone numbers emergency services" (actual spelling).

ID numbers on it:
1. EDV 6500 3346
2. KD 00 000 8204 02 - 0578 300

The white booklet is titled "Vehicle Keys" and explains on 8 pages, in 13 languages, that the car came with 4 keys, and outlines the recommended handling of the master key referring to the main user manual.

The only ID number on it is "XI. 78. 30."
1993 "Pearl Blue" W124 280TE
1988 "Arctic White" W124 200T
1979 "Icon Gold" W116 450SE

floyd111

BTW.. my NLA sticker collection, plus "first 1000KM" sign have been sent out for quality reproductions.

Peter

Hi Stan, are you having this decal reproduced?

ptashek

Just in from Goldie's last UK owner :)
It ain't Goodwood, but hey, a winner is a winner!



p.s.: Ballymoney is a small town (population ~10.5k) in Northern Ireland.
1993 "Pearl Blue" W124 280TE
1988 "Arctic White" W124 200T
1979 "Icon Gold" W116 450SE

revilla

digging its history paid off.  that's so cool you've found that pic Lucas !!!!  was that the owner before you? 

ptashek

Quote from: revilla on 04 February 2016, 12:42 AM
digging its history paid off.  that's so cool you've found that pic Lucas !!!!  was that the owner before you?

I got it from the last UK owner. There was one other Irish owner between the two of us.

Tom is trying to find more documents, although most of it went to the first Irish owner who never passed it on to me. Trying to recover these is a task for the next few weeks.
1993 "Pearl Blue" W124 280TE
1988 "Arctic White" W124 200T
1979 "Icon Gold" W116 450SE

ptashek

News flash, news flash...
We're on track to have the car on the road by end of February, and under its own power tomorrow or Saturday.

I've just seen it in person for the first time in months. Sure, there are some minor nits that need correcting, as with any project, but the summary effect is just insane. It really is a sight to behold. I've seen new cars that looked worse. Both the front and rear axle, when all was put together looks as if they'd just left the factory, minus the minute layer of workshop dust. The engine bay is pristine. The interior is being prepped for re-assembly. The paint job is of highest quality even without any polishing yet. The underside... just wow :)

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1993 "Pearl Blue" W124 280TE
1988 "Arctic White" W124 200T
1979 "Icon Gold" W116 450SE

gavin116

Hi Lucas

That is really looking good.  A true bolt up restoration, what a thing to behold.  This must surely be the best restoration on this site ever!  You must be very happy with the results, I know I would be if it were mine.

Keep 116ing,

Gavin
1979 450SE "Mrs White"
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floyd111

My oh my oh my... what a sight for weary eyes.. Drool, drool and more drooling.
I am just playing with the Concourse concept, but you have made it for real!

ptashek

Quote from: floyd111 on 04 February 2016, 09:36 AM
I am just playing with the Concourse concept, but you have made it for real!

Wait until you see the data-plate-incorrect interior, you might have some doubts.
I've seen it today first time, and while the seats are a 100% match to the dash and panels, the carpets are olive green, not moss green (i.e. dark, deep green instead of light, yellow-green). The door cards won't be ribbed either, but made of the same carpet material as the floor carpets. Same for the rear parcel shelf.

But it's not in yet, and may actually look very decent when assembled.
1993 "Pearl Blue" W124 280TE
1988 "Arctic White" W124 200T
1979 "Icon Gold" W116 450SE