Hi Claude,
If only I could have the contacts of the LHD Bristol 401/403 owners, than I should aske them if they are considering to sell.
The more I get informed about this subject, the more it seems to me a rather complycated task...
regards,
Joseph (Rocket Roller)
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Originally Posted by Claude
There are a few LHD 403's in the USA and they do come up for sale from time to time. Also I found calling a Bristol owner and asking if their car is for sale (in the USA where this sort of cold calling does not offend) results often in a purchase, as the owner finds it is sitting in the garage, they have been thinking about selling it, but it's too hard as Bristol buyers are as infrequent as Bristol sellers. I bought three Bristols this way including a LHD 405 and a LHD 410.
The alternative is to find someone in the UK, Australia or New Zealand who wants to buy an Arnolt Bristol and convert it to RHD. I believe the rack is the same as the 403. Then do a swap.
There is a LHD 405 in Paris that I used to own in the USA. It was taken to bare metal for restoration, but the previous owner then took the engine and transmission for his Arnolt Bristol. It would be a good candidate for restoration, and I believe it is still for sale.
Claude
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