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Oct 13, 2018 13:36:58 GMT
Post by nobby on Oct 13, 2018 13:36:58 GMT
I'm the proud owner of the 1935 shown on the left. It's fully restored and in good all round fettle. But I'm not a gifted mechanic and have minimal specialised knowledge of these cars. So I'm hoping someone can point me in the direction of a person or garage that I can call on. I'm not physically able to work on the car myself so I need to find someone who can look after it's important little places.
If anyone knows of a garage, or a person, within reasonable distance of Junc 29 M1 (Mansfield/Chesterfield junction) I'd appreciate contact details.
To be clear, I fully expect to pay the going rate - so not asking any favours.
Thanks in anticipation, Nobby
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calum
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Oct 18, 2018 17:57:09 GMT
Post by calum on Oct 18, 2018 17:57:09 GMT
Have you asked Dave Brown ? if he can't help then BDRS at Bicester do collect and deliver. regards Calum.
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Oct 27, 2018 20:12:34 GMT
Post by nobby on Oct 27, 2018 20:12:34 GMT
Thanks for the reply. I think Dave Brown might have retired; his workshop is deserted. He carried out the restoration and I was hopeful he would continue to look after the car. But everyone deserves retirement or, at least, a break.
Really looking for someone more local than Bicester but will bear them in mind, thanks.
PETE
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Mar 25, 2019 21:56:59 GMT
Post by nobby on Mar 25, 2019 21:56:59 GMT
Update: trailered the car to Blue Diamond at Bicester following a reassuring telephone conversation with them. My car was unhappy beyond 35mph, had very low oil pressure, oil leaks, backfiring, brakes ok with enough notice. Apart from that, no worries! I very soon received a detailed estimate of work required with each matter itemised and priced. This was followed immediately by a phone call when I was talked through the estimate. I was happy to give the go ahead.
Long story, short. The work was completed within the estimated time frame (a couple of weeks) and within the estimated cost. I really appreciated the time taken to explain the issues and possible scenarios. The frequent communication was also welcome. The car drove home some 115 miles often maintaining a steady 50+ mph with absolutely no issues.
My thanks to John, Dan and Mike who make a very effective team. I am now a confirmed customer and will have no hesitation in taking "Bluebell" back for service and anything else that crops up.
Blue Diamond - - strongly recommended.
Pete (nobby)
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