This thread has only been made possible with the help of some SXOC members. I dont know who they are but would like to say massive thanks.
I have owned an S13 for over 12 years now so its fair to say I like em. I have looked long and hard to find the best totally stock example I could and have bought this 25,000 Miles 1 owner S13. The previous owner didnt use it much and due to illness, it was garaged for the last 10 years. The plan is to bring it up to scratch, which will be a similar job to my S14 refurb. These pics are from the ad.
Mika (my Son) collected the car, which was a 450 miles trip on a flatbed. I didnt want to risk running it until the oil and belts have been changed. With such low mileage, everything is tight. The car has been garaged all its life which means the rubber seals and the interior is intact. UV perishes seals and eventually discolours seats. The top of the rear seat is prone to this due to the angle of the hatch glass.
Its mechanically bang on but as you would expect, the bodywork needs some attention in the usual places.
The mods will be slight and everything will be kept to return it to stock if needed.
Apexi induction kit
Mongoose exhaust
Uprated suspension KYB adjustable shocks and Eibach lowered springs
Kouki rear lights
Bigger wheels and rubber
The car has the original radio cassette that still works. Its a piece of crap though so it will be replaced with something a bit retro looking but with USB connectivity.
This restoration will be carried out with the utmost care and attention to detail using on the very best materials. It needs some repairs to the sills so this will be spot welded along the sill lip to replicate the factory finish. The car has been badly washed and is full of swirl marks so it needs full paintwork correction. I have a half-built Mini Cooper in the garage so all the work will be carried out on the drive.
Pete