Lancia Fulvia Zagato 1600 restoration Part 1. Engine removal & strip down

This Lancia Fulvia Sport (Zagato) 1600 means a lot to me because this very car first sparked my interest in cars way back in 1973 when, coming home from school one day, I spotted it parked outside my parents house.
That's why I'm now embarking on a full restoration of 'Zag' with Lancia (and Alfa) specialists, Day and Whites, and over the coming months you'll be joining me along the way!
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[@cbcsmithers]

Harry, it's no inconvenience to film in this manner, we're happy to enjoy the free and fascinating content - keep it up!

[@danielmarshall4587]

TOTALLY AGREE

[@aserta]

Seconded.

[@davidparr1262]

Yes! Love this

[@Java148]

Perfect Sunday Viewing 👌

[@MichaelCoburn]

At first it was hard to understand them w the masks and lack of mics, but I caught in. The dismantling actually seemed a bit sexual

[@andytiley2052]

Detailed strip down on an unusual engine, without lots of editing and silly soundtrack, conducted by master craftsmen. What's not to like on a Sunday eve? Well done Harry for showcasing this engineering work of art!

[@harrysgarage]

Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it. I was fascinated by this engine during the strip-down, so good to hear I'm not the only one! This video won't be for everyone but if you're into engines, then I think you'll love it!

[@sayeager5559]

"without lots of editing and silly soundtrack, " You read my mind.

[@lebojay]

Random tip triggered by your use of the phrase “unusual engine.” Be sure to check out “Some Unusual Engines” by LJK Setright!

[@ArthurZakaryan23]

@@harrysgarage If there was a channel dedicated to engine teardowns I would be all into that, the fact that this teardown is of a rare Italian classic makes all the better. Thanks for the video.

[@MasterMalrubius]

@@harrysgarage Agreed. I really enjoyed the Espada rebuild. Looking forward to seeing this.

[@mickymouse3491]

I can’t believe how professional and Quick these guys are. You got the right team on this Harry 👍

[@rivaterrier]

Lancias were so beautifully engineered. That V4 is a little gem of an engine. Looking forward to the next episode.

[@martinclapton2724]

They certainly know their way round your car, no waffle or bragging themselves up like a lot of classic car "so called specialists" , just getting on with it in a no nonsense fashion, absolutely ideal. Certainly should bring back some memories for you if you decide to go back to the original colour scheme of the car. On the subject of pricing of Lancias a lot of expense was due to the huge tax levy put on foreign imported goods after the 2nd world war by Clement Attleee in order to protect the British ecomony .The same happened to Alfa Romeos and the Volvo P1800 in the 1960's early 1970s before we joined the Common Market .

[@stephenrouse2233]

I just love watching true mechanical artists at work. No bodging just do it once do it right. No corners cut. Oh if only all companies took this approach. Thanks Harry.

[@Lukestew91]

John Day just quietly says "done a few of these" Nice understatement

[@abuhamza1970]

As a child of the 70s it’s so nice to see Lancias again, lusted after them as a kid and was heartbroken when they left these shores. So rewarding to see such a beautiful example getting the treatment it deserves to be preserved for another 50 years - providing petrol is still available then. Thanks again Harry, fast becoming a lockdown champion.

[@bwm999]

Perfectly timed rebuild. Not premature... when the wearing parts have worn and before the non-wearing parts start to wear. 👍🏻

[@mrmoses7170]

Say that again after 1,5 year...

[@robtt997]

My son in law is a director of an engineering firm in Surrey. Strangely, their shop floor all stop for a tea break as well, when Pop master comes on. Could only happen in the UK !

[@Martin_in_Cheltenham]

Yes I had builders in and I wasn’t allowed to talk to them when Popmaster was on! Unbelievable! Great to watch the guys work on the engine. Well done Harry and all involved for a splendid video.

[@smitbar11]

Ken Broooooce!

[@stevefuller1779]

Don't know how anyone can stand R2 these days, the amount of rubbish they play, it's just an extension of radio one.

[@ChrissyThePoo]

My dad used to down Tools for Pop master too!

[@sh-hg4eg]

@@stevefuller1779 not sure how anyone can stomach most of anything being broadcast, tbh. Culture stopped a few decades ago. It's just bland, corporate crap and political propaganda everywhere now.

[@NJRD977]

First you introduce us to Iain Tyrrell and now we get to meet the team at Day and Whites. It gives a fantastic insight into the work these amazing mechanics can carry out. Given the range of vehicles in your fleet, I cannot wait to meet the next team. Please keep this type of content coming Harry. The review stuff on the latest modern vehicles is great - between you and Henry C, we are seeing have some great review content at the moment but this type of video focusing on mechanical engineering and restoration is fantastic and a welcome distraction from yet another overpowered car with too many touch screens.

[@jh565bb]

Right so these guys are terrible, my dad has a Alfa Romeo series two spider, he took it to them for welding work, a respray and some minor engine work. Not only did they take months longer than they said they would, but the paintjob was shoddy and has been a coming off the car, meaning we now have to get it resprayed at a much better firm called BJ miles in Crayford, who are great with paint and bodywork and specialise in old cars. But that wasn't the end of it, now aside from the shitty don't blame us attitude, they also messed up the engine tuning causing the car to run like a dog and forgot to tighten up the nuts on the wheels, so my dad could have been killed driving it back. That firm is a joke and if you like your car, don't bring it there, they look impressive from the outside, but they do shoddy work. They will blame any mishap with the line 'well its an old car' and honestly the service overall was appalling. And my dads not inexperienced with cars either, he's got classic bikes and can rebuild engines, me and my brother have had a lot of classic cars and he's helped us out a lot with them, including an engine swap at one point, so its not like he's clueless and simply doesn't know what hes talking about, basically they will charge you high prices for sub par work.

[@jh565bb]

If you want contacts to great old school mechanics, I have a few.

[@cyborg7116]

@@jh565bb yes please. I'm SE London so be grateful for a lead.

[@jh565bb]

@@cyborg7116 BJ miles if you want a body work specialist, I'm not sure about an engine specialist though.

[@cyborg7116]

@@jh565bb thanks for that I'll look them up.

[@damientaylor1]

A new Harry's Garage video. Exactly what is needed on a miserable February winter's day👍🏼

[@carllynch8798]

Definitely

[@damientaylor1]

@Viktor Sligo It does me. I'm a shorts n t-shirt, Summer type ;-)

[@576103]

It’s thoroughly enjoyable watching experts and specialists in a particular marque lovingly dismantling something, knowing that absolutely everything they touch will be returned to its former glory, if not improved. I’ve always been wholly indifferent to Lancia and I find I am immensely interested in this project nonetheless! It’s a credit to your own passion that it is infectious-THAT is the kind of virus that could do with a bit more spreading around! 👍

[@Lemma01]

Just realised of everything in Harry's Garage, THIS is the one car that I'd really like to own. Great to watch this fettling - thank you.

[@maneki9neko]

The engineers are just so very, very good. Joy to watch them work.

[@MrDallman]

Out of all of the wonderful cars you have owned and reviewed, the little Zagato , for me , is the sweet spot in your collection. Lancia all the way for me.

[@nickfarrington2390]

Only Harry's garage could have me watching an engine disassembly and enjoy it! Anyone else getting virtua fighter 2 vibes from Brian?! :)

[@d33b33]

Hooning around the countryside with a car the price of a house is amusing, but this, this has me plastered to my screen. What a compact little powerhouse!

[@arthurdardalis]

Lancia engines have always been brilliantly engineered, Italian engines in general, great to see real engine guru's who know their stuff, great video once again Harry, a real Sunday highlight.

[@terryseal2109]

Real skill from the guys in the shop, very understated and not a lot of words from the master John Day; just doing what he does best. Good to see Brian got a credit.

[@KSL12]

Bought back happy memories of my late brother and me at our garage. We argued more.

[@alanhindmarch657]

Lancia Engineering and Car Design was well head of its time. So many firsts, that’s why I love Lancia.

[@harrysgarage]

Once you get to know Lancia, you soon realise it's so sad they no longer exist. This little car is a marvel and is packed full of clever engineering.

[@roscoejones4515]

Wow, the orange w/ stripe looks killer!

[@tomhiggins4816]

Looking forward to the respray video whenever/if it happens

[@funkyzero]

Silly as I may sound, this is one of my favorite cars of your entire collection

[@bcarter9252]

"Italian horsepower but the horses are a little smaller" .... LOLZ

[@saxon-mt5by]

@@Oldsmobile69 No they're not! The dark blue saloon is another Lancia (Flavia or 2000).

[@simonalexandercritchley439]

@@saxon-mt5by Flavia 2000 Lusso I think.

[@jeffreyrex8232]

I did chortle when that line dropped 😂

[@MrLundefaret]

"Izalian ponies", as uttered on many a Porsche car launch 😉

[@johnmoruzzi7236]

The Lancia Delta was sold in Sweden as a Saab...

[@alliejr]

Brilliant video! Thanks for staying safe and keeping us all safe. I believe whenever you “restore” an old car (not a Concourse trailer queen), always install electric fuel pump, electronic distributor, electric fan with possibly upgraded radiator and front disc brakes where necessary. That will almost guarantee it _RUNS_ well in the modern world.

[@harrysgarage]

Agree with you. I always think if 'x' was available back in the day, would they have fitted it? If the answer is definitely yes, then it goes on. Silly to fossilise cars when there's new stuff available that makes them even better to drive

[@matthewgodwin3050]

When the valve cover was removed, it reminded me of what you see after taking the back off a quality Swiss watch. Absolutely exquisite engineering.

[@kris8742]

Yes I could strip a chronograph watch like that years ago, what an engine a real work of art.

[@simonzero3815]

I prefer You tube content from individuals like you rather than anything on TV. Thank you for making the content you do.

[@ghost21501]

I got to see one of these in my small town in Missouri. The showed me around and told me the history of the car. Gorgeous Zagato.

[@richardwollocombe6793]

Such a pleasure seeing time served technicians take an engine apart. Great video and by no way compromised by Covid. 👍

[@brianwood9913]

Nice to see John still working on a Lancia. Found some old photos of him taken in the mid '90's when he raced a blue Beta number '0' while packing up to move house. The Intermarque/Auto Italia championship which he won was a great series. You can have a lot of fun with a Fulvia - wish I still had it.

[@philt5782]

Old school is the best school. Proper mechanics. No inconvenience with the face nappies Harry. Just part of life at the moment. Thank you for showing this ... Fascinating.

[@jh565bb]

Right so these guys are terrible, my dad has a Alfa Romeo series two spider, he took it to them for welding work, a respray and some minor engine work. Not only did they take months longer than they said they would, but the paintjob was shoddy and has been a coming off the car, meaning we now have to get it resprayed at a much better firm called BJ miles in Crayford, who are great with paint and bodywork and specialise in old cars. But that wasn't the end of it, now aside from the shitty don't blame us attitude, they also messed up the engine tuning causing the car to run like a dog and forgot to tighten up the nuts on the wheels, so my dad could have been killed driving it back. That firm is a joke and if you like your car, don't bring it there, they look impressive from the outside, but they do shoddy work. They will blame any mishap with the line 'well its an old car' and honestly the service overall was appalling. And my dads not inexperienced with cars either, he's got classic bikes and can rebuild engines, me and my brother have had a lot of classic cars and he's helped us out a lot with them, including an engine swap at one point, so its not like he's clueless and simply doesn't know what hes talking about, basically they will charge you high prices for sub par work.

[@jh565bb]

My dad has had to fix numerous issues mechanically and some of is wear an tear, but some of it was their shitty workman ship, I wouldn't slag these guys off, if they weren't absolute cowboys and while they did offer to right the wrongs, they were going to charge him all over again. Honestly mate avoid them like the plague, ill happily give you the contact numbers for better people, who actually know what they are doing.

[@the1beard]

😂 John Day I've done a few of these 👌 Understatement of the video

[@thereignofdando]

I may be off base here and I know there are a lot of seriously switched on mechanics these days - but people like these gents and the team that rebuilt the Espada feel to me to be a dying breed, so to speak. I could listen to this level of knowledge be so casually diffused, constantly. Tremendous stuff!

[@kidoctane]

Like many I guess I am absolutely gobsmacked with Harry's garage - all those tasty cars that are the stuff of dreams for most. But to be honest of all Harry's cars, past and present, this exact Lancia (model, spec, colour) is the one I truly lust after, on so many levels.

[@93455Driver]

What an amazing engine. The mental gymnastics the engineers did with all the angles and the compactness of the whole package is a head trip. Imagine if you were an engineer building one of these first time after building regular engines, a real head scratcher. Great video as always, a distraction from work, COVID, and a 10 oF morning. Edit, please no apologizing, this was a great episode, look forward to part II.

[@chrispearse3822]

Brilliant to show these guys’ skills to a wider public - totally see why you would trust these specialists - keep up the good work

[@NothingToSeeHere73]

I generally refrain from commenting on videos. But, this is by far my favourite car in your garage and looking forward to the rebuild and hearing its artful engine rev again. Orange wouldn't be a bad move either.

[@ArnoSchmidt70]

I like Harrys spirit. The show must go on!

[@joelness]

I love the fact that there's a radio show that stops Britain in their tracks while they gather 'round and have a listen. It's a certain old fashioned charm that I haven't experienced in the US in years.

[@phila3884]

Yeah, the Brits have always been cukoo for their family pop music shows, like TOTPs. Has something to do with the war...

[@stever2168]

Fascinating. And this car really has to be put back to orange now. The photo of the orange car with black accents was just stunning - until I saw it I didn't realise the extent to which the beauty of the shape is lost in black. Hoping the engine is not pushed too far in terms of beyond-stock output. I didn't appreciate what a remarkable unit this was until this vid - I'd love to see it close to an 'optimised standard' spec rather than pushed to its limits - the charm of a car like this isn't the number of horses, it's the quality and the way they come out of the stalls. Absolutely love this type of content - the best of the best. Can't wait to see how it plays out over the coming months - and the RR and XJ too!

[@oldgittarist]

That's what I call proper entertainment, what a fascinating motor!

[@alexbrowning8894]

I don’t know anything about engineering but loved the video and watching craftsmanship at work.

[@richardverney6702]

I once did an engine rebuild on a 1300cc engine, it had done a little less than 180,000 miles. No significant wear on the main bearings or crank, measured still within original tolerance. 3 main bearing shells showed sign of modest wear (coppering beginning to come through), the others were good. Bore was still within original tolerance such that it only needed regoning and new standard piston rings fitted. I lightened and balanced the pistons whilst they were out, and of course gas flowed the head, and fitted slightly uprated cams. There was no issue with the valve guides, and only had to reseat the valves. These engines are beautifully built. Provided that you klet them fully warm up (about 10 miles) before pushing the engine, they go on and on.

[@MartinBellP]

As cars increasingly become black boxes it's fascinating to watch this and the Lambo engine rebuilds. Very valuable, informative and enjoyable thanks :)

[@phillollard6965]

Always nice to see an engine come apart , with experienced engine builders , and what a smashing little unit , its different but beautifully designed ,and from the milage obviously works very well , its going to be good to see this all come back together ,can't wait .

[@ciex7]

Love these video's this garage and strip down reminds me of being a kidstripping down and souping up V6 ford engines before stuffing them into 1600E cortinas. Savage times

[@pugflyer]

It is like a big boys lolly shop. I could hear the excitement in everyones voices.

[@xbe1971]

Wow..absolutely fascinating. Nothing more interesting than watching highly skilled. passionate experts at work. Bravo Mr Harry and 'Day and Whites' Fabulous stuff.

[@strat0871]

Didn't knew how these special engines were made, thanks.

[@godimsofuckingbored]

What a little gem of a motor, and such ingenious engineering. Day & White overhauled my Lancia Beta Spider gearbox and they were just as professional, knowledgeable and friendly with me as with Harry. Very highly recommended.

[@HawkMillFarm]

Those guys made that look a simple as opening a can of beans, great knowledge and skillset. Enjoyable watching.

[@harrysgarage]

Thanks for watching. This video won't be for everyone but if you appreciate good engineering, then I expect you'll enjoy it. I was amazed by this little engine, especially once we'd got it down into component form.

[@oddvin31]

Apropos opening a can of beans, that "MOT-wack" to the undercarriage wasn't such a bad attempt...lol

[@adrianrowden8266]

Harry, you've got to take it the original colour.

[@bertramspielt]

This is not only an engine - this is a piece of art. Just look at the oil pan! I always loved Lancias, the perfect mix of engineering and design. And allways a little bit different. Shame, how this company ended. Thank you for sharing! Greetings from Austria 🇦🇹 Stay healthy!

[@harrysgarage]

Thanks so much for watching. Lancia engineering is quite addictive, I had no idea this was so until I bought this car! I hope you enjoy the series of videos as we bring this car back to better than new.

[@michaelsouthgate7223]

Thanks for the story, Fulvias are a gem. That's a very neat looking 2000 in the background too...

[@JB-mw5rg]

The sound of that car! Like angels pissing on my eardrums! Wonderful.

[@ROGEXTREME]

Brilliant stuff. Harry doesn’t mind throwing cash at his cars, he likes them to be right. A lot of work involved in an engine rebuild even on that small example. Takes me back to the 70’s rebuilding Ford Kent engines.

[@micheltebraake7915]

Heard a lot about these engines, now a live teardown of the special engine.

[@Jimo368]

It’s a great morning when I get a new Alan Millyard and Harry’s Garage video

[@geoffgreenhalgh3553]

@marcus price Ha Ha

[@rogerblackwood8815]

I love watching people who KNOW their job👍 Nice video Harry🍺🍺

[@barchetta06]

that Oh No! moment when the tape was pulled away ..... looking forward to see that repair as well as the engine rebuild. Well done Harry, better than TV!

[@jjmac3561]

Great to see those guys work stripping the engine down. No issues at all with the 'Covid' version of the filming. The cut outs at the bottom of the bore are to remove the sharp edge there and prevent a weak spot with such a sharp region that could cut into the pistons. Really great engine aside form the general wear and tear, another lucky save and well timed rebuild.

[@robhodder1687]

Good old popmaster, we always stopped for it too.

[@jo05dk]

I'm so happy to see the Lancia get some love. I really do like that little thing with the big voice

[@matteofederighi5507]

I’m happy to say i am one of the people who enjoy this technical videos just as much as your driving videos. Lovely car harry, i think at some point it’ll deserve a full restoration to bring it back to the condition you first saw it back when you were a kid. Can’t wait for part 2 now!

[@DamienFalzon]

Finally a Harry’s Garage video! The only videos with no nonsense about cars on youtube. Always looking forward to your videos!

[@Desertduleler_88]

Always wanted to to see the internals on these Lances v4 engines, a real work of art. Fantastic coverage, great video keep them coming Harry. 👍

[@jimbob67]

If i could have one car from your collection the Lancia would be it. That V4 is a gem of a engine.

[@mrgibbs68]

Another great video Harry and great to see that the whole country is united by Ken Bruce and Pop Master!

[@mikebeardy5590]

PS. Thanks Harry. I greatly appreciate your efforts to keep us all sane with interesting news from the garage and farm.

[@gryfandjane]

Fascinating. I’ve read about these engines, and have seen many engine bay photos, but this was my first chance to see a teardown. Great stuff, thanks!

[@peterwood170]

I had a Fulvia 1300 back in the 80s for a year or two. It was my daily transport, but I always enjoyed 'Just going for a drive'. Engine would rev to red line, and get smoother the faster it went. Even back then, the quality of engineering and design was obvious. Only problem - points would wear out after 3000 miles, so I always bought sets of points at least 2 at a time. Thanks for the video Harry - looking forward to the next one.

[@harrysgarage]

Great to here. Electronic ignition will be fitted to the Zag during the rebuild. Points are history and are of worse quality (wear even quicker) now than they were back in period.

[@michaelevason6570]

Thank you Harry for another excellent video. Drove a standard Fulvia briefly back in the eighties. I was completely gobsmacked by the quality of engineering and design. A truly delightful car. I fully understand why it is so special to you. It is very sad that Lancia with such an incredible sporting and engineering pedigree could have virtually disappeared into the ether. However, I am looking forward to seeing and hearing more on your adventures with this very special car.

[@MatthewPoxon]

Fantastic video Harry, great to see the strip down of the engine and the commentary. I am surprised it has a steel crank, great news. Looking forward to catching up on the rest of these.

[@MichaelCoburn]

Not sure what was better, this or the American Super Bowl...HARRY!

[@jamesbarrett5534]

The start of another great ‘mini series’!

[@heliharris69]

Another reason why your the best out there.....your happy and knowledgeable with the dirty bits...under the bonnet and under the car in general.....Very interesting and watchable as always.

[@grahambracegirdle6257]

That took me back to working on Lancia's in the 70's, great engines and nice handling cars.

[@mr.dmr.d9348]

Thumb's up Harry, So glad your going to do your best to cover this for us Harry, with the lockdown and very thing it is a really great thing to do and helps us viewer's through the difficult times ! Channel's like yours and others in the car community are something to look forwards too... Well-done and best of health to you and yours. Paul UK

[@novemq]

I am not surprised that the piston rings are showing so much wear, as whenever I have heard this engine in previous HG videos it really has sounded like a Ford V4, not a Lancia V4. I had 2 Fulvias many years ago, a 1600HF Lusso (same engine as this Zagato) and a Series 1 1300. Both were smooth as turbines and sounded like it. I will be very interested to watch this restoration as it progresses. I seem to recall (a long time ago, maybe 20 years) that only about 30 Fulvia 1600 Zagatos were ever imported to the UK, so this is mega rare now.

[@golach420]

Great to see specialists are alive and well.

[@fintekele]

That engine has so many cool design features in it. It's like a miniature-supercar engine :O

[@bernardh9994]

Can't imagine them stopping for a radio programme here in Germany .. a pleasure to watch craftsmen like these!

[@mikecrowe4674]

Living life vicariously through Harry Metcalfe 😂😂😂 I cant wait to see this engine back and in the car. It’ll be the spring by the time we see it again.

[@ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524]

Perfectly timed rebuild by the looks of it!! Good to see responsible Cov friendly filming! Don't apologise!

[@ady1397]

Very enjoyable. Lovely little car and clearly at the right place to be made ready for another 100,000 miles

[@chushkajgd]

That oil nozzle was professionally repaired :-) I used to ram a self-tapper in until I could replace it otherwise the oil pressure really suffered. Paying attention when splitting the timing chain and not letting it drop into the sump and hit the oil nozzle and therefore snapping it off was the one thing I always promised I would remember, but I only ever remembered after the chain and broken nozzle were making their descent into the sump. Not once, not twice but three or four times. Still, a beautiful car and a beautiful engine. Don't ever sell it Harry!

[@harrysgarage]

Correct. I edited out the bit where John was saying, whatever you do don't drop the chain into the sump as it damages that nozzle but until you see it, it didn't make sense. Not planning on selling any time soon, kids really like this car too..

[@lizhore7753]

Superb coverage Harry-just so interesting to see a ‘live’ strip down. Can’t wait for the next update

[@rhiantaylor3446]

Finding a scored bearing shell is a very good thing - it means that your investment in a rebuild has allowed you to dodge an engine "event".

[@antonoat]

This will be fantastic, it's a cracking little car, so glad she's getting some love!

[@ATomRileyA]

Always love these sorts of videos, can see why the Fulvia was expensive when it was new.

[@rooramblingon895]

Watching this is like watching Allen Millyard create a bike...engineering as pure art. I can't wait to see how it drives once fully sorted Harry. I mean it was lovely before, but.....phwoar.

[@jameshaddan8538]

Such a beautiful car with a wonderful story. So happy it’s receiving this TLC - it’s a keeper. Thank you for sharing the journey.

[@sparky4878]

Great to see these old classics getting a new lease of life. Love seeing the engineering on these and the skilled automotive artists at work to keep them in the condition they deserve.

[@shinhoshi]

It's amazing the level of engineering there and how well thought and precise is everything. Had the chance to work in a car company for a few years; one of the old guys there turned out to be an Alfa Romeo fan who defined the cars as engineering marvels with bad components.

[@fancybobbybob]

Thank you Day &Whites for letting us in your shop, true professionals at work.

[@a100267]

Great video. Just trying to imagine how much bodywork will actually remain once all the rot has been cut back. Glad you're doing it for sentimental reasons...

[@ghowells5433]

Really look forward to these videos every Sunday through lockdown, particularly when I can’t get out on the bike or in the car. Thanks for the great content.

[@cliveb9639]

Thank you. A real pleasure and very reassuring to watch a couple of clearly very experienced and knowledgeable technicians working together without hesitation, or the need for lots of commentary. Some things are definitely best left to the professionals! Very much looking forward to the follow up videos.. :-)

[@carllynch8798]

Absolute quality love these rebuild vids. Master technicians who know everything about these old classics

[@jh565bb]

Right so these guys are terrible, my dad has a Alfa Romeo series two spider, he took it to them for welding work, a respray and some minor engine work. Not only did they take months longer than they said they would, but the paintjob was shoddy and has been a coming off the car, meaning we now have to get it resprayed at a much better firm called BJ miles in Crayford, who are great with paint and bodywork and specialise in old cars. But that wasn't the end of it, now aside from the shitty don't blame us attitude, they also messed up the engine tuning causing the car to run like a dog and forgot to tighten up the nuts on the wheels, so my dad could have been killed driving it back. That firm is a joke and if you like your car, don't bring it there, they look impressive from the outside, but they do shoddy work. They will blame any mishap with the line 'well its an old car' and honestly the service overall was appalling. And my dads not inexperienced with cars either, he's got classic bikes and can rebuild engines, me and my brother have had a lot of classic cars and he's helped us out a lot with them, including an engine swap at one point, so its not like he's clueless and simply doesn't know what hes talking about, basically they will charge you high prices for sub par work.

[@jh565bb]

I've sent this message to a few people because Id hate to see any classic car enthusiasts ripped off like my dad was. If you are local ill happily give you numbers to much better mechanics. I've had three classic cars so far a 73, 72 triumph spitfire and currently a 62 sunbeam rapier and I trust these guys to do anything to the cars.

[@PorscheDiddy]

Love the numberplate FKF.. reminds me of three words you'd say when you're having some fun on the road with this little Lancia and you have a slow car in front of you which you can't pass..