Six97s Posted June 9, 2021 Share Posted June 9, 2021 33 minutes ago, johnlambert said: It was the second Gaydon Gathering at the British Motor Museum yesterday, I was so tired when I finally got in that I couldn't post the photos last night. Jaguar XK120 OTS, the 15-inch wire wheels and front indicators make it look a bit like a replica but as far as I can tell it's the real deal. It does look odd with 15" wheels... DVLA shows it as first registered in 1976 and it has a 4.2 lump, which might suggest an XJ6 based replica? Those Scottish registration numbers are generally recently issued age-related plates. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiny Posted June 9, 2021 Share Posted June 9, 2021 48 minutes ago, johnlambert said: It was the second Gaydon Gathering at the British Motor Museum yesterday, I was so tired when I finally got in that I couldn't post the photos last night. Jaguar XK120 OTS, the 15-inch wire wheels and front indicators make it look a bit like a replica but as far as I can tell it's the real deal. Sorry, but I'm afraid I think this is a replica - it's listed as a 1976 Jaguar XJ. (Beaten to it above). Still looks pretty good though. No pictures from me today as I was driving, but on the roads I saw a Mini Moke in off white (pretty much the exact colour as the Jag above) and a grey Mk2 Escort estate - must admit I didn't realise they did the Mk2 in light grey and, as it didn't look particularly original I'd guess it's had at least one respray in its life. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted June 9, 2021 Share Posted June 9, 2021 That Alvis outclassed them all. Today, just out and about locally, a Citroen BX in red and a black Austin A35 in what looks like totally original condition. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnlambert Posted June 9, 2021 Share Posted June 9, 2021 As a replica the "XK" is very well done. As a replica (if it is) the attention to detail is pretty much faultless. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted June 9, 2021 Share Posted June 9, 2021 Driving along the A259 at St Mary's Bay in Kent earlier this Evening passing the other way a convoy of various Sports cars lead by a Cobra replica , followed by a XR4i, a Ferrari, Masarati couple of Porsches and some others but going round and S bend at the time so could not confirm much else all heading towards Folkestone direction 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted June 10, 2021 Author Share Posted June 10, 2021 11 hours ago, Six97s said: Those Scottish registration numbers are generally recently issued age-related plates. Except if that's a 1976 replica it wouldn't be an age related plate - probably a bought personalised plate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six97s Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 51 minutes ago, keefr22 said: Except if that's a 1976 replica it wouldn't be an age related plate - probably a bought personalised plate. Yes, I meant that DVLA has been releasing those because there were many unissued registrations in those series, so it's likely to be a recently issued registration. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted June 10, 2021 Author Share Posted June 10, 2021 29 minutes ago, Six97s said: Yes, I meant that DVLA has been releasing those because there were many unissued registrations in those series, so it's likely to be a recently issued registration. Right, see what you meant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toftdale Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 (edited) 20 hours ago, johnlambert said: Jaguar XK120 OTS, the 15-inch wire wheels and front indicators make it look a bit like a replica but as far as I can tell it's the real deal. According to its MOT (which expired in March 2020, so don't tell anyone 🤫) it's a 1976 jag XJ - Andy oops never saw all the above posts 🤣 Edited June 10, 2021 by Toftdale Because I'm a idiot 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Knight Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 Cars over (a rolling) 40 years old are MOT exempt. The MOT for them is voluntary 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six97s Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 3 hours ago, Toftdale said: According to its MOT (which expired in March 2020, so don't tell anyone 🤫) it's a 1976 jag XJ - Andy oops never saw all the above posts 🤣 Looking at the interior photo, that might be an auto selector in Park? Having the complete drivetrain and suspension is the only way it could still meet the 8 point rule without the original body shell... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnlambert Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 1 hour ago, Six97s said: Looking at the interior photo, that might be an auto selector in Park? Having the complete drivetrain and suspension is the only way it could still meet the 8 point rule without the original body shell... It could also just be a manual gear lever in first (or reverse), I didn't look at the pedals. I think I'd have noticed if there were only two, but sometimes you miss stuff. XJ6s also have an umbrella handbrake under the dashboard (can't remember if it's to the right or left of the steering wheel) where this appears to have the correct style of fly-off handbrake. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 On 6/9/2021 at 8:46 PM, Spiny said: must admit I didn't realise they did the Mk2 in light grey and, as it didn't look particularly original I'd guess it's had at least one respray in its life. If memory serves they were something to do with British Telecom. I have a vague picture in my head of seeing one that had some grey peeling and underneath was BT yellow. I think BT used to have yellow vans, but they changed it to grey which meant they couldn't be seen in fog! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Headroom Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 A dark blue hard top MGB GT, Liverpool registered, on a K plate. Pulled off as I approached and although looking very nice, sounded a bit rough. Trevor 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnlambert Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 No photos but a few things noticed when out and about. Two Morgans (not together); the first was black or dark green with white roundels and wire wheels painted to match the body. The second was red with bright silver (plated?) wire wheels and looked like it was being used for a driving holiday (suitcases on the luggage rack, man in flat cap driving, lady in headscarf in the passenger seat). There was also a delightfully scruffy Morris Minor van that might actually be someone's working vehicle. I've also noticed a lot of 3rd generation Toyota MR2s and Volvo 850s/early V70s, I wonder where they've all come from? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six97s Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 A near neighbour has bought an '82 SL380. It sounds good. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiny Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 20 hours ago, Pete in Lincs said: If memory serves they were something to do with British Telecom. I have a vague picture in my head of seeing one that had some grey peeling and underneath was BT yellow. I think BT used to have yellow vans, but they changed it to grey which meant they couldn't be seen in fog! I remember that change, but wasn't it quite a bit later (1990ish???). The light grey was darker than the BT grey though, very similar in fact to the grey on a Mk1 Escort some friends had when I was little. My best guess is that at some stage an owner decided they liked the grey and weren't bothered about originality, 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted June 14, 2021 Share Posted June 14, 2021 Around noon yesterday. A big blue ('68 ish) Charger with a Red Corvette behind it coming out of Brigg. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyas Posted June 14, 2021 Share Posted June 14, 2021 (edited) Doing my usual Sunday morning spotting, met this Namaka Blue McLaren GT I'm a McLaren fan (see my McLaren Senna RFI post for example ) but the McLaren GT is one car I just can't get on with. It is far too compromised, a bit too intense for a GT car McLaren wants you to believe but a little too soft for a supercar which it clearly is. 570GT was perfect because it simply is a more practical, more comfortable 570S without trying to fool anyone that it is not a variant of 570S. Also, 570GT is a better-looking car. Edited June 14, 2021 by Tyas 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted June 14, 2021 Share Posted June 14, 2021 Just passed one of these strapped to a trailer, now what's the saying? Although the Elise I had many moons ago behaved itself. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted June 14, 2021 Author Share Posted June 14, 2021 Lots of tro.............. That's a lovely looking car, I'd be happy to put up with its 'foibles'...! Keith 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rs2man Posted June 14, 2021 Share Posted June 14, 2021 Driving through Nantwich this morning I spotted what appeared from a distance to be a Bugatti 35 . Bearing in mind what the real thing is worth nowadays I expect it was some kind of replica or kit car , but it looked good anyway . When I got to the garage there was a Morris Minor Traveller sat outside . Looked smart , but a little odd because somebody had painted the woodwork in a wood grain effect . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MR2Don Posted June 14, 2021 Share Posted June 14, 2021 Spots of the week, actually. Holiday in North Norfolk. Didn't think I'd spot much, based on the journey up there, but... Walking into Cromer, spotted something US looking and blue across the grass park area, and it was this: and this: 1957 Bel Air. The owner's wife was sitting in it, so I asked permission and had a chat. It's in gorgeous nick, which was how they bought it, all they've done is swap the straight six for a V8, alloy wheels and disc brakes. But then, as we headed across and into town, these: Rover 110 Plymouth Special DeLuxe, I think 1949. TR3 which, BTW, had the wicker hamper under the tonneau behind the seats! and lastly, sorry about the intruder, but it was driving in as we were leaving, so just had to grab it - Sunbeam Rapier. It was a meeting of the North Norfolk Classic Car Club. Also, in no particular order during the week. Three BGTs Healey 100 Morgan Plus 4, Volvo 120 and what I'm sure was a 1930s Aston Martin Mk2, (based on Googling afterwards). No chance to get a better look as it was going through Cley Next The Sea one way, while we were attempting it the other. Cley is the only traffic jam I know that has its own delicatessen, Pottery, Crab stall and Art Gallery! If you've been there, you'll know what I mean. 8 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windy37 Posted June 14, 2021 Share Posted June 14, 2021 Good old classics those . I alway love it when your lined up for a shot and then someone walks in front ! Gary . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted June 14, 2021 Author Share Posted June 14, 2021 2 hours ago, rs2man said: but a little odd because somebody had painted the woodwork in a wood grain effect . Maybe owned by a WW1 aircraft modeller.... Keith 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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