|
Good idea or bad?
My friend has a Escort Cosworth in Hong Kong which has been neglected somewhat, it's been in the same spot for a number of years, he's letting it go next to nothing so would it be a good idea to importing it over here or what kind of problems could i face with the car being left for so long in the sun? It's very low mileage and is in excellent condition, just seems such a waste. The car is totally standard which is very rare with leather interior.
I imagine getting parts for them will be hard so what costly parts would i be looking for? |
it's better than being left in the rain ? :D cossie's go for good money if there in good condition , got to be worth bringing it over if it's going for next to nothing , but what part's do you want and why ???
|
Well worth it I should think, even the parts are worth good money. Is it right or left hand drive?
Just do it .............. |
it is right hand drive and the parts bit, i was just wondered, what bits i might need to replace, after a car is left there for so long.
|
If it's been left outside exposed to sunlight, the leather, and probably the dash wil be fooked, but mechanically it should have come to no harm.
|
How long has it been standing exactly? If its a very long time without moving then there are numerous things to check.
Seized Handbrake Flatspotted tyres Shagged springs and dampers Perished fluids, oil, petrol, brake etc Bad paintwork I think the best way would be to see how much it would cost to buy the car and import it over here including all the relevant documents and balance that against what the car would fetch in parts. At least then if the worst thing happens you can break sell the bits and not lose money :) Doc |
This was in the container....
http://i1069.photobucket.com/albums/...le/null-94.jpg Strapped up and on UK soil! http://i1069.photobucket.com/albums/...le/null-96.jpg http://i1069.photobucket.com/albums/...le/null-97.jpg Also have more photos after a clean...will post them up later if anyone is interested.. |
|
Fascinating. But have you restored it now or has it only just arrived in the UK?
|
cool thread, will be watching how this progresses :)
|
What a cool thread. So, how much did you buy it for and how much did it cost to get it over to the UK ?? Are you from HK ?? do you know the language, if not what where the issues ?
Is it up and running now ? SBK |
More info please. This is the kind of thread i like.
|
Best of luck with it, just love those old Cozzies :thumb:
|
Originally Posted by hpoolsteve
(Post 11186147)
More info please. This is the kind of thread i like.
|
I'm sure I seen this advertised on passionford the other day for 8k??
|
Gecko?
|
great stuff and fab car, more pics please !!! :)
|
Very interesting! would love to know more and be kept updated on the progress of this car. Facinating
|
Good for you bringing it back, hate to see cars go to waste like that.
Being right hand drive is a big bonus as well. :thumb: How long was it standing all together? |
Originally Posted by Simon K
(Post 11186146)
What a cool thread. So, how much did you buy it for and how much did it cost to get it over to the UK ?? Are you from HK ?? do you know the language, if not what where the issues ?
Is it up and running now ? SBK |
Wow! great thread!
Love to hear more..... On another note, how old do cossie's look now? |
I could put up with being seen driving an "old" Cossie.
Les :) |
Clarkson really loved these, hope you get it running sweet
|
On my list once we get the house with garage. They are actually cheaper than the rarer 3 door cossie now, although the escorts seem to suffer with rust more than the older versions
|
gotta love an EsCos! very nice mate!
|
Originally Posted by Ash170990
(Post 11186459)
gotta love an EsCos! very nice mate!
Sorry ash couldn't resist :lol1: It actually looks pretty tidy under the leaves and dirt though a good clay and machine polish will make that look very nice :cool: |
Lovely .... Can't wait for updates
|
Fascinating. Looking forward to updates. :thumb:
Well done for rescuing it. How do people let cars get in to this state? Why not sell it before it gets this bad or at least try to protect it from the elements? |
that is very nice
|
| All times are GMT +1. The time now is 02:23 AM. |
© 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands