As I posted before I am working through the process of buying an acceptable condition UK RHD CSL for full restoration. Many parts have been found and everything I have seen so far is in a condition that makes me happy to move forward. The proposed purchase price is very reasonable - to the point I could probably part it out and get my money back... but, I wont be doing that, the guy selling it wants to see it back on the road and I have given him my word that that is what would happen. I have canvassed opinions of professional restorers and the money I would have to put into it is more than acceptable to me.. But.. we have found one critical part missing - the front scheel seats are nowhere to be found. (the car has been in parts for years and moved several times)
Really I am looking for either advice as to wether there are acceptable reproductions available (i cant seem to find any - model 100?) or failing that - opinions on doing a full (expensive) restoration of a CSL to then fit it out with nicely re trimmed CSi seats. (whisper it quietly but I actually prefer the look of the CSi seats!). I know it wouldnt be right and I know it would affect the value - in my mind it isnt a deal breaker - but it does feel a bit wrong. That said, if I wasnt original with the seats I would feel better about losing the SS wheel arch extensions too - which I also dont like! I know I really should just start with a CSi and build it as I like but this is the car I have in front of me.. Thoughts?
Really I am looking for either advice as to wether there are acceptable reproductions available (i cant seem to find any - model 100?) or failing that - opinions on doing a full (expensive) restoration of a CSL to then fit it out with nicely re trimmed CSi seats. (whisper it quietly but I actually prefer the look of the CSi seats!). I know it wouldnt be right and I know it would affect the value - in my mind it isnt a deal breaker - but it does feel a bit wrong. That said, if I wasnt original with the seats I would feel better about losing the SS wheel arch extensions too - which I also dont like! I know I really should just start with a CSi and build it as I like but this is the car I have in front of me.. Thoughts?
...but should you decide to part with them, there is a CSL owner here in Perth who would be interested (although he is only missing the front LH side ) . Cheers, Simon
