So how would we view it, if a complete brand new Tiger body shell was
available for restoration with the same restrictions that Theo outlines
below on the MGBs? Say for example if Rob Martel offered the complete
Tiger body shell.
--- Theo Smit <theo.smit@dynastream.com> wrote:
> Well they're not original, but from what I've seen in UK magazine
> advertising, there is little stigma associated with having a quality
> new
> bodyshell wrapped around the original drivetrain and suspension
> pieces. As I
> understand it there is a points system that their MOT uses to qualify
> a
> vehicle as being "correct" from a titling and emissions perspective,
> and it
> allows substitution of an old rusty or broken bodyshell with a brand
> new
> (i.e. made for the purpose) bodyshell, provided a significant number
> of
> suspension and drivetrain components accompany the VIN plate from the
> old
> shell to the new one. The old shell has to be legally destroyed.
>
> Theo
>
> Here's another twist on the topic that I'd be interested to hear
> opinions.
> You can get complete body shells for MGB restorations. Are these Fake
> MGBs
> after restoration? For reference, see
>
http://www.pauldeppermgs.com/html%20files/classiccarrestorationpage.html
>
> - Waybright (as always, playing Devil's advocate)
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