T-Man Posted 5February, 2013 Report Share Posted 5February, 2013 I would love having a second car that fits the first scenario.Track it without worrying too much about damage.Modify it without being concerned about keeping it original.Drive it in the rain, hail and shine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
withers Posted 6February, 2013 Report Share Posted 6February, 2013 There's two sides to this argument. First is "it's got a few battle scars and I don't stress over it and just enjoy driving it" Secondly "pride and joy of a pristine example" unfortunately this is accompanied by dread and angst over any blemish. I think most of us fall into the second camp, though there is something to be said for the more relaxed first one. This is true.. I am always in camp b "feelings of dread and anguish over any blemish". However camp a sounds really appealing.. Honestly, I'm not sure how I'd go with a car that had rough paint.. yesterday I was told I'd fall out of love with the car and it would bother me. This might be true.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duk Posted 6February, 2013 Report Share Posted 6February, 2013 My paintwork isnt the best and when im out driving its the last thing im thinking of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Posted 6February, 2013 Report Share Posted 6February, 2013 I like things to look good it's just along way down the list of things to do and I never end up getting there lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
withers Posted 6February, 2013 Report Share Posted 6February, 2013 Peters car looks to be a great color!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doish13 Posted 6February, 2013 Report Share Posted 6February, 2013 I am so far into the first it's hilarious.. Uncle your car is the meaniest 911 on the streets... Don't ever go high gloss there just add those Luftwaffe markings and it will be complete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Posted 6February, 2013 Report Share Posted 6February, 2013 you're always going to get stonechips, unless you never drive your car my plan is every 5-10 years get some refinishing done apart from that i'm using it as intended Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
withers Posted 6February, 2013 Report Share Posted 6February, 2013 I was watching one of the car shows on Foxtel, can't remember the name of it. Anyway, they had this classic US pick up truck, that for the most part, looked like the paint was completely gone and had a lovely layer of top coat rust! Apparently 'patina' is so hot right now, so they gave the car several layers of clear and sold it as is. I'll see if I can find it on YouTube to post here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f3nr15 Posted 7February, 2013 Author Report Share Posted 7February, 2013 (Amanda, I owe you an email) Took the old gal on a 350km round trip to Taree yesterday to do some (funnily enough) spraypainter medicals. It' the furthest I've driven her in 3 years. I had at least ten conversations about the car yesterday - it's funny how much more interest she sparks compared to my 964. She didn't skip a beat, and despite the 30 degree day, the engine temp stayed at one notch below the standard operating range, like it always has. I am a perfectionist and obsessive compulsive bastard, but the paint on this car hasn't really bothered me (except for now when I'm wondering about selling) for a few reasons - 1. I've always thought of her as a resto in progress 2. With the mechanicals sorted, she has been ultra reliable 3. Have I mentioned how much I enjoy the sporto? It's really a delight to drive. I can shift it faster than a 915. Perhaps that's more to do with my crappy driving ability than anything else The long term resto plans (when I win the lotto) have been - 1. Glass out respray with sunroof delete 2. Lightweight tartan interior with rear seat delete - (but with a Prototipo wheel) A well maintained mid-year car is a pretty thing - (this one's not mine) I'll see if I can get some pics of the crappy paint areas on mine this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
withers Posted 7February, 2013 Report Share Posted 7February, 2013 Hmmmm I see a huge issue for me and this car, the steering wheel is on the wrong side - instantly puts me out of the market for it. I must have missed that detail, well I did miss it Due to personal reasons, I can only buy an Aussie Delivered P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
withers Posted 7February, 2013 Report Share Posted 7February, 2013 I think it sounds like you've got a lovely, interesting and very well sorted car there Peter. If you do end up wanting to sell it.. I'd put it up for sale, state you are negotiable.. have all your receipts scanned into a PDF file. This will make it easy for you to send them via email to genuine prospective buyers, hopefully showing the great care and expense you've shown this car. Also, I'd say an enthusiast off a site like here, will probably be the place to find a buyer. In some ways tho, I hope you can keep it.. I can just hear how much you love the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Posted 7February, 2013 Report Share Posted 7February, 2013 i think he said that's not his car, it's just an example of the seats/tartan etc? and i still think this would be the car for you amanda, obviously pending everything going well with the SLK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
withers Posted 7February, 2013 Report Share Posted 7February, 2013 i think he said that's not his car, it's just an example of the seats/tartan etc? and i still think this would be the car for you amanda, obviously pending everything going well with the SLK Oh I hope that is not his and his is Aus Del then I think I need a nap - Peter clearly states that is not his car and I can see on page 1 the SW is clearly on the RH side. Phew... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coastr Posted 7February, 2013 Report Share Posted 7February, 2013 I agree mid-year cars can look nice, but something about the chrome headlight surrounds bothers me in dark colours. It looks great on that silver example you have pictured, but out of place with the impact bumpers on darker/solid colours like green/blue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f3nr15 Posted 7February, 2013 Author Report Share Posted 7February, 2013 Hmmmm I see a huge issue for me and this car, the steering wheel is on the wrong side - instantly puts me out of the market for it. I must have missed that detail, well I did miss it Due to personal reasons, I can only buy an Aussie Delivered P Oops, sorry to mislead - yes, mine is an Aussie delivered RHD. The picture of the yellow example with the tartan interior was just borrowed from Pelican forums. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
withers Posted 7February, 2013 Report Share Posted 7February, 2013 Oops, sorry to mislead - yes, mine is an Aussie delivered RHD. The picture of the yellow example with the tartan interior was just borrowed from Pelican forums. Ok I'm still interested then Oh and you didn't mislead, I misunderstood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyberpunky Posted 10February, 2013 Report Share Posted 10February, 2013 For all worried about stone chips after a respray, Click here. They are a US company that have a great product to prevent stone chips being an issue. I will be using it on mine when I do a respray (way down the track), as I am a mix of type 1 and 2 lol but I am a strong believer in cars being driven and this product seems like a good way to do both(drive and be fussy about paint) peace Cyberpunky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Posted 11February, 2013 Report Share Posted 11February, 2013 i've got a stone chip in my porsche crest! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clutch-monkey Posted 11February, 2013 Report Share Posted 11February, 2013 should see the stone chips and bugs all over the front of the car from driving down the new england to sydney and beyond, Russ.. only reprayed the car a few months ago haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OZ930 Posted 11February, 2013 Report Share Posted 11February, 2013 Whats it worth to smooth out the imperfections and vinyl wrap the whole car ? Any thoughts Uncle ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyberpunky Posted 11February, 2013 Report Share Posted 11February, 2013 I think your looking around 2K to get someone to wrap a whole car but the stuff is reasonably easy to work with. Just need a heat gun and some patience Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Posted 11February, 2013 Report Share Posted 11February, 2013 Yeah 2k to wrap at the very least. I was quoted 3k and they wanted me to paint the bumpers and the gutters. No point if you have to paint stuff IMHO. I'm also not convinced you "just need a heat gun and some patience" either. I've got 27mtrs of 3D carbon wrap sitting here is anyone wants to take up the challenge.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f3nr15 Posted 11February, 2013 Author Report Share Posted 11February, 2013 Was chatting to a mate of mine and mentioned the idea of vinyl wrapping - he was aghast at the idea. He pointed out that the vinyl roofs on cars popular into the 1980s were invariably rust traps. Is the modern vinyl used for wrapping prone to moisture retention/rust issues? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyberpunky Posted 11February, 2013 Report Share Posted 11February, 2013 I have only used the 3M CF wrap and found it easy to work with. I have had a lot of experience in car audio using traditional vinyl, which can be a real pain, so maybe it's all relative but I am guessing same principle applies in that you need good quality product and the cheap stuff is more hassle than it is worth. The new wrap vinyl is not meant to do any harm to the paint below and is different to the old vinyl roofs. I think (and I'm probably wrong) that the issue with old vinyl roofs was the vinyl was porous and the glue used was bad for the paint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
withers Posted 11February, 2013 Report Share Posted 11February, 2013 Was chatting to a mate of mine and mentioned the idea of vinyl wrapping - he was aghast at the idea. He pointed out that the vinyl roofs on cars popular into the 1980s were invariably rust traps. Is the modern vinyl used for wrapping prone to moisture retention/rust issues? Sooooo Peter, what's the verdict? Does she stay or does she go? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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