1961 Italian Fiat 1100/D Special. A Restoration Project.

V-16 · 6th November 2007, 03:47

More pics

The previous owner was inspecting it with an eagle eye.

In the end i think he was quite pleased with the outcome.

Will post more detailed interior pics tomorrow

badboyscad · 6th November 2007, 08:10

i was wondering why the rear tyre is so close to the arch...

karlosdeville · 6th November 2007, 09:03

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Actually Shyam i wanted it removed too but was away in Calcutta when the finishing was done and the guy just put these lights coz they were there on her before. By the time i told him to stop, he had already drilled the holes...so.....!!!!

Swap them for a set of Amby reverse lights. With a thick chrome surround, they look much smarter. I have them on my President.

Also, you need to fill in the hubcap centres around the logo in black. A very delicate process.

V-16 · 6th November 2007, 13:34

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i was wondering why the rear tyre is so close to the arch...

Thats because the suspension set up is brand new as always is the case with these older cars, it will have to be run in with some weight in the boot. Once it settles down, it will be fine.

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Swap them for a set of Amby reverse lights. With a thick chrome surround, they look much smarter. I have them on my President.

Also, you need to fill in the hubcap centres around the logo in black. A very delicate process.

yup i have pointed it out

Technocrat · 6th November 2007, 13:57

Damn Damn I am waiting to see the pics & the office Proxy is playing spoil sport :(

R32_GTR · 6th November 2007, 14:33

Congrats Gogi Uncle!!!

She looks gorgeous. (especially when you say there is more polising and detailing remaining - you big bludgger

)

Make room for some more trophies and badges is all i have to say.

What happens to her now? You keeping her or is the previous owner getting it back??

In case i didn't mention it, awesome work.

V-16 · 6th November 2007, 15:09

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Congrats Gogi Uncle!!!

Thank you Prasad Aunty

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What happens to her now? You keeping her or is the previous owner getting it back??

Ya sure...

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Make room for some more trophies and badges is all i have to say.

In case i didn't mention it, awesome work.

Thank you Auntiji!!

karlosdeville · 6th November 2007, 16:41

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Thank you Prasad Aunty
Ya sure...

Gogiji, who gave you power of attorney over my Special?

Waiting for interior/dash pics. The work on the seats is top notch, though Id have preferred a deeper colour. Will he do my Beetle interiors? (at the same cost he charged you

)

BUSA · 6th November 2007, 20:21

Congrats Gogi, the outcome is fantastic.

Hurrycane12 · 6th November 2007, 20:36

congrats amazing looks would like to see i in person when i visit mumbai...

DHABHAR.BEHRAM · 7th November 2007, 14:31

Congratulations Gogibhai - put both pre and pist restoration pictures side by side then everybody can realise the effort we all take.

When do we tune the engine ? The fuel lines are very old and need to be changed as well.

Best regards,

Behram Dhabhar

karlosdeville · 7th November 2007, 15:10

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Congratulations Gogibhai - put both pre and pist restoration pictures side by side then everybody can realise the effort we all take.

Already been done...here.

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/616672-post3.html

V-16 · 7th November 2007, 16:15

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Congratulations Gogibhai -
When do we tune the engine ? The fuel lines are very old and need to be changed as well.

Best regards,

Behram Dhabhar

Behram bhai, as soon as I get the silencer done the cars all yours sir!!

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Gogiji, who gave you power of attorney over my Special?
....Will he do my Beetle interiors?

The same guy who gave you power of attorney over "my Beetle"

moralfibre · 7th November 2007, 16:17

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Gogiji, who gave you power of attorney over my Special?

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The same guy who gave you power of attorney over "my Beetle"

Very good so no one claims for the Dukkar and I can have it

. Thanks guys.

karlosdeville · 7th November 2007, 16:36

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Very good so no one claims for the Dukkar and I can have it

. Thanks guys.

Actually Shrivz called it, so deal with him. Its the first Fiat he fits in

In the end Gogibhai, Fibroidji, you buy, I buy, same thing na?

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6th November 2007, 03:47	#391
V-16 Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2005 Location: mumbai Posts: 4,594 Thanked: 960 Times View My Garage	More pics The previous owner was inspecting it with an eagle eye. In the end i think he was quite pleased with the outcome. Will post more detailed interior pics tomorrow
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badboyscad Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: TN Posts: 1,511 Thanked: 483 Times View My Garage	i was wondering why the rear tyre is so close to the arch...
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R32_GTR BHPian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Bombay Posts: 549 Thanked: 201 Times View My Garage	Congrats Gogi Uncle!!! She looks gorgeous. (especially when you say there is more polising and detailing remaining - you big bludgger ) Make room for some more trophies and badges is all i have to say. What happens to her now? You keeping her or is the previous owner getting it back?? In case i didn't mention it, awesome work.
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BUSA Senior - BHPian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Bombay Posts: 5,129 Thanked: 23 Times View My Garage	Congrats Gogi, the outcome is fantastic.
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DHABHAR.BEHRAM Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: MUMBAI Posts: 3,060 Thanked: 5,405 Times	Congratulations Gogibhai - put both pre and pist restoration pictures side by side then everybody can realise the effort we all take. When do we tune the engine ? The fuel lines are very old and need to be changed as well. Best regards, Behram Dhabhar
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