One thing you might want to consider is that the
VIN number of late model Wedges is stamped on the inside
of right-hand gutter of the trunk (boot...for all you non English
speakers) lid. You might have a hard time convincing a
future buyer of your car that it is indeed an original TR8 if
you substitute a body with VIN number that does not
correspond to the known registry. This is only a consideration,
and I apologize if I missed the intent of the original post. I
came on this one a bit late, however it may be an important
consideration. As far as I know, this applies only to the
TR7/8 series of Triumph cars, although it might have been
included in the Acclaim series.
Best Regards,
Kirk Yonker
81 TR8 Fi Dhc (non A/C)
Seattle
In a message dated 3/8/02 7:58:34 AM Pacific Standard Time,
105671.471@compuserve.com writes:
<< Message text written by "Brian Furgalus"
>I'm contemplating the restoration of a TR8. What amount of money would
the
list say is typical for "fixing up" a generally rust-free
southern-Californian
shell (of any type really, doesn't have to be TR8) and getting it
professionally prepped, painted, and rustproofed to a reasonably high level
of
quality?
<
I took my totally stripped (dipped and primered) body shell to a shop and
$4500 later they gave back a very nicely done painted body shell ready for
reassembly. But they did a little more than just prep and paint. They
replaced on fender and filled a number of rust pin holes as well. Also
consider that this shop is in a low wage area so your milage may vary.
BTW there is no difference in the bodyshells between the TR7 and TR8. The
TR8 will require a couple of additional holes in the bulkhead (firewall).
Dave
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