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Post by **maff** » Sat Oct 13, 2012 9:26 am

Looks like fun, proper wheel drive. What's it weigh?

Post by **Stuart** » Sat Oct 13, 2012 2:17 pm

Mine weighs just over 1200 Maff.
Cleaned it today, partly to evaluate just how bad the rust is, but also to practice a couple of techniques with polishing
Before

After

The rust is not severe (other than the front nearside wing) but it is quite widespread. I won't change the wings this side of Winter but I will do both when the time comes. They are so cheap, I'd be mad not to (

Daniel · Post by **Daniel** » Sat Oct 13, 2012 6:01 pm

That looks like a nice little basis for a future of laughs.

Post by **Stuart** » Sat Oct 13, 2012 6:15 pm

Thanks Dan. Already thinking about partial strip, suede/alcantara wheel, coilovers...............

Daniel · Post by **Daniel** » Sat Oct 13, 2012 6:23 pm

Nothing wrong with that, I should imagine giving the BM a partial strip will be therapeutic.

Jon · Post by **Jon** » Sat Oct 13, 2012 6:47 pm

Jesus H Christ! That looks a million times better

I take it that a paint roller won't be required then?

Post by **Stuart** » Sat Oct 13, 2012 7:00 pm

Never say never Jon

It did come up OK and it certainly looks OK for a daily. By the time it's survived a Winter with me driving it, it will be due some tender loving care on the paintwork (underseal will be done next week)

pablo · Post by **pablo** » Sun Oct 14, 2012 8:13 am

Very nice indeed, but i am a little pissed.....All these posts and pics of cleaning cars has got me all worked up to go and wash and polish the pug:)

russ979 · Post by **russ979** » Sun Oct 14, 2012 7:29 pm

That looks bloody brilliant with a good polish up.