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23-03-11, 08:17 PM
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Last edited by Philip; 23-03-11 at 08:32 PM. 
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24-03-11, 12:18 AM
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To be honest, and I realize that this point of view might be controversial. But I feel that a Bristol can and may have some "patina". Contrary to my Jaguar, which should look flawless as not to be viewed like a bookie's or a boy racer, any Bristol (again, my opinion only) doesn't need to be flawless.
Edit: Obviously, any car of mine is well maintained and serviced. And in my decision whether or not to buy any motor, the first question I ask myself is if I can afford to have it maintained properly. If the answer is no, I will not buy it. As I'm not as affluent as most of the Bristol crowd, this might mean it will take a while before I'll become an owner. But I will, eventually. Last edited by Aleph; 24-03-11 at 12:27 AM.
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24-03-11, 01:15 AM
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But it had had owners that wax oiled the underside..... UK had some nasty flooding last year (I think, do not live there anymore). This car's underside looks like it has been exposed to excessive amounts of water. If the suspention looks like this, how are the underpan and wheel arches?? OP, if with patina you mean rust and oxidation, that is a sure way to destroy it. A Bristol was/is far more expensive, better engineered and built than a Jag pre-Ford. Of course we try to get them perfect! If I may recommend, look through the photograps on this Forum. Ownership of a Bristol can be expensive. Not for somebody with a small budget, trust me. I spent between UKP 40K to 50K on mine, and never did the interior (next owner did that, I will see the end result when the car arrives next week) Last edited by Janne; 24-03-11 at 01:21 AM.
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01-04-11, 07:14 PM
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New owner
Just to put your minds at rest I am said new owner of the 603S being discussed. See my thread on 603S Engine.
I got her for £7,780 with a high bid of £8k so a bit close on the evening. To my way of thinking I can spend a reasonable amount on her and still not be too foolish...anyway I like a challenge. Some twenty years ago I had a 603E and always hankered after another with more power. Me and my brother Andy, a great mechanic in Exeter if anyone needs one, are serial car resorers so nothing on this old girl scares us. We have owned/neglected/restored some 80+ between us cars to date, yes we are that old, everything from Bentley's to Maserati's so know within reason what we are up to. My biggest concern with her is the ali bodywork so any advice on that area of work will be much appreciated given the demise (perhaps) of Bristol. Cheers Will
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01-04-11, 07:29 PM
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Hello Will
Congratulations, I'm glad the car went to another forum member! Would it be possible to keep us on current with your proceedings with the car. I'm very curious as to the state it is in now and the work that needs to be done. I would greatly appreciate it if you could give us some more details. Best regards and good luck with the resauration!
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02-04-11, 09:53 AM
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603S
Photos as bought
Bristol 603S (26).jpg Bristol 603S (49).jpg Bristol 603S (18).jpg Bristol 603S (1).jpg Bristol 603S (13).jpg Bristol 603S (17).jpg Bristol 603S (24).jpg Bristol 603S (25).jpg
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02-04-11, 10:23 AM
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603S
some more photos as bought
Bristol 603S (23).jpg Bristol 603S (16).jpg Bristol 603S (19).jpg Bristol 603S (21).jpg Bristol 603S (43).jpg Bristol 603S (12).jpg
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