Hello! New member from UK, 74’ CSi

[iboeboz]

Just wanted to say hi.
Super excited about being fortunate enough to buy my dream classic car!

One happy owner of a 1974 (could be 73 too) 3.0 csi. I bought her from Netherlands where she was imported from South Africa. ViN number suggests YM somewhere between 1973-74. Seems she had an engine change to 5 speed (potentially from a 630 csi?).

Definitely in need of some tlc so went straight in to a garage where the restoration can begin. The plan is to stick to as much stock as possible with minor comfort/modernisation upgrades such as suspension, re-upholstery, wheels etc.

Would like to apologise in advance for the million questions/queries to follow in the next 3-4 months!

 

[HB Chris]

Welcome to the Forum. 73 and 74 have totally different VINs and if your seats are original you have 74.

 

[iboeboz]

Thanks for your reply Chris.
Not sure if the seats are original to be honest as it seems she had a few bodged amendments which I intend to correct.

 

[HB Chris]

If your VIN starts with a 4 it is a 74.

 

[iboeboz]

Thanks Chris
It does indeed start with a 4 so that’s that . I will keep the posts coming as progress happens with the restoration. Sure I’ll have a heap of questions and parts/knowledge to source..

 

[nosmonkey]

Welcome to the fold. There is a fair few of us in a WhatsApp group, mostly London based.

Paging @Michael Kaye who can add you if you wish. Lots of helpful info in between unrelated chit chat

 

[iboeboz]

@nosmonkey thank you for your message and the WhatsApp group suggestion. Absolutely, would love to join too. Looking forward to getting involved in the discussions!

 

[alprada70]

Bienvenido!!!

 

[eriknetherlands]

Nice car, and cool that you are able to achieve that dream. Just sit in it and admire it.

Never seen body colored bumpers before. I think I could get used to them, although the bling of chrome is attractive to many as well.

 

[iboeboz]

Thank you for your message.
I can’t wait to drive it!

I really don’t know why they coloured the bumpers and the trim. Definitely returning her to her former glory!!

 

[Michael Kaye]

Welcome to the fold. There is a fair few of us in a WhatsApp group, mostly London based.

Paging @Michael Kaye who can add you if you wish. Lots of helpful info in between unrelated chit chat

@iboeboz just sent you a DM.

 

[Ohmess]

Welcome. And body colored mirrors too.

Very nice car. Don't worry about asking questions. It gives us an excuse to talk about our cars.