Recent content by Styria

N.B. Volkswagen, of course, is the parent company.

I have heard on the grapevine, and on unsubstantiated rumours, that Skodas, built in Chechoslovakia, are a better built car when compared with similar products manufactured elsewhere - even in Germany. Regards Styria

Mark, I have actually responded to you in the Golden Eye thread. Unless you're very, very resilient, Golden Eye could eventually get the better of you. Did you get a history with the car, or was it perhaps the Golden Eye price that prompted you to acquire the car ? You certainly have my...

Good to hear from you David. I have always known that the two cars will be "keepers" in your possession as you consistently ensure that they are perfect at all times. On a personal note, if allowed. I reckon that times must have been pretty tough in those days, judging by my haggard...

Mark, it's beyond my comprehension how badly Golden Eye has been neglected. Of course, it's not the first one that I have come across badly neglected 6.9s and unless you have a good supply of your own spares, especially for the interior, I reckon Golden Eye is likely to break the bank balance...

Hi Mark, thank you for bringing me up to date. So, do you have any 6.9s left, or has your dream been shattered ? Mind you, I wouldn't blame you. 6.9s "can be" that sort of car, and looking at Skye, the cost of restoration would be significant. As a matter of interest, and I am digressing...

It's so easy to say "NO" in this present day and age. Or is it? I don't quite have the answer. The previously mentioned two piece 15" rims had been fitted to Gleaming Beauty for quite a long time. In the end, I had bought the "Speedie" rims, all six, with brand new Nankangs Sports - considered...

I might just hijack this thread, hopefully with Oversize's permission. Over a period of time, my Gleaming Beauty 6.9 has sported a variety of rims. Initially, it came with the standard 14" Baroque wheels, but I didn't really like them that much. At that time, they looked common and boring. I...

Geez, I looked old even then - those were the heady, embryonic days of TK ! On account of geriatrics, I presently cannot recall the guy's name in the middle. However, he was an important cog in the overall scheme of things pertaining to the website. He was solely responsible for designing the...

Hi Patrick, since that Auto Electrician rebuilt the Rover 3500S starter motor, he has decided that he's had enough and sort of half closed his premises. Whilst he is a good tradesperson, I found his work ethics a long way short of the standard and application I am looking for. In my own right...

Patrick, congratulations and a happy and rewarding future with your new project. Your contributions are fascinating and hopefully you will be able to continue along the same lines. Thanks heaps. Regards Styria

So do I. Dare I say it, but it is very similar to Mercedes MB877 Petrol which adorns my Gleaming Beauty. There, I have said it. Regards Styria

Hi Mark, I have at times been accused of writing a book instead of a simple, straightforward story. I don't mind, as I stubbornly and selfishly believe that a long story has got to be better than a short one. However, after re-reading this thread, I have come to the conclusion that I've got...

That's a good outcome - nice to have the parts on hand. You could also have considered having a new core manufactured, but even that sort of facility is starting to die out. It's becoming more and more difficult to find the right tradespeople. Regards Styria

Mark, as a matter of interest, did you ever manage to find a suitable and qualified Auto Electrician ? I ask this question belatedly because even in Sydney it can be difficult to locate someone that has the necessary "old car" knowledge to repair and service various components. Some eighteen...