Author Topic: Any ideas on this one, and why it won't be deleted? (Read 6870 times)

Arthur Dent · « **on:** March 14, 2007, 03:34:33 PM »

I have no answer for this but came across it on British Car Forum where a member spotted it for sale.

The Ad

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Midget car body, 3/4 size? 1/4 size, LeMans style racing shell, fiberglass, rear motor design, ok so I don't really know what I have but I sure have had a lot of suggestions, $150.00 or best offer call 905-380-7097 niagara falls

Otto Puzzell · « **Reply #1 on:** March 14, 2007, 04:54:33 PM »

Not ringing any bells...

MG · « **Reply #2 on:** March 14, 2007, 09:34:08 PM »

Oh, Lord. Talk about your basket case. Why would anyone DO that to yourself?

Otto Puzzell · « **Reply #3 on:** March 29, 2007, 03:51:12 AM »

Mr. Dent - did the seller ID this shell yet?

Arthur Dent · « **Reply #4 on:** March 30, 2007, 11:26:22 PM »

Sadly no. The ad is now gone so I guess its lost cause if AP members don't know

GTO48 · « **Reply #5 on:** March 31, 2007, 04:23:46 AM »

Well, to point out the obvious, it's probably designed to be an aftermarket body for a rear-engined air cooled vehicle. No front hood seams, no doors, or hinge bosses.

It almost looks like a body to convert a VW beetle to a 2 seater. Kind of like the dune buggy conversions.

Arthur Dent · « **Reply #6 on:** April 04, 2007, 11:12:54 AM »

undoubtly rear engined but the rear deck is not very tall looking. I doubt a VW motor would fit under there. Perhaps something Fiat powered?

@re · « **Reply #7 on:** August 13, 2008, 01:48:02 PM »

Administrators: Please delete this post.

grobmotorix · « **Reply #8 on:** August 13, 2008, 03:00:32 PM »

As this will be deleted anyway I dare to promote my car photostream at flickr.com:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/62675811@N00/

Ray B. · « **Reply #9 on:** August 13, 2008, 03:43:40 PM »

What does this all mean???

Otto Puzzell · « **Reply #10 on:** August 13, 2008, 04:10:15 PM »

Yes - inquiring admins want to know.

@re · « **Reply #11 on:** August 13, 2008, 06:10:39 PM »

By mistake, I posted the latest geographic puzzle in this section instead of the Experts section, and as I am not allowed to delete even my own posts I just had to remove the contents of the post and leave it for an administrator to delete. The puzzle will soon enough be moved for the Professionals to have a go at.

And then, to Grobmotorix: Why on earth would you want the link to your photostream to be deleted? The pictures are GORGEOUS!!

Ultra · « **Reply #12 on:** August 15, 2008, 03:29:33 AM »

I think we should keep this thread as a memento and paean to human ingenuity, persistence and mistakes.

grobmotorix · « **Reply #13 on:** August 15, 2008, 11:46:39 AM »

should it stay or should it go....

Octavia · « **Reply #14 on:** February 06, 2010, 12:40:56 PM »

Removed - is apparently the subject of a car magazine quiz - Admin please remove

Apologies

HEMI 426 · « **Reply #15 on:** February 06, 2010, 05:14:47 PM »

MG Magnette convertible?

Octavia · « **Reply #16 on:** February 07, 2010, 09:25:16 AM »

Not specifically what I have - tell me more !

Im also unsure it's not a repost - sure I've seen something like it but cant find it !

Octavia · « **Reply #17 on:** February 11, 2010, 04:46:33 PM »

Would it help if I offered more points or is it time to move on up ?

guido66 · « **Reply #18 on:** February 11, 2010, 05:15:13 PM »

coachbuilder from Europe (not UK)?

gilescooperuk · « **Reply #19 on:** February 11, 2010, 05:50:05 PM »

Incidentally the same photo is the mystery car in this months Classic and Sportscar magazine (brit mag)...

Octavia · « **Reply #20 on:** February 12, 2010, 02:40:07 AM »

Is it ! - oh should I withdraw it then

I have withdrawn it !

Otto Puzzell · « **Reply #21 on:** February 12, 2010, 03:37:26 AM »

I don't think you need to withdraw it.

Ultra · « **Reply #22 on:** February 12, 2010, 04:05:09 AM »

Put it back.

They don't have any more right to use the car as a puzzle than we do! Besides, we have a better quality of puzzler and they will solve it way faster if the pros get a crack at it.

Carnut · « **Reply #23 on:** February 12, 2010, 05:04:47 AM »

Quote from: Ultra on February 12, 2010, 04:05:09 AM

Put it back.

They don't have any more right to use the car as a puzzle than we do! Besides, we have a better quality of puzzler and they will solve it way faster if the pros get a crack at it.

I'm the guy they're getting fed up with solving all their Mystery Cars...!
I have a cupboard full of Balvenie whisky. And very nice it is too! You're all welcome to pop round for a tot or two if you're in my area!

Ultra · « **Reply #24 on:** February 12, 2010, 06:18:30 AM »

I don't get to the UK that often. You are welcome to any of my 80+ whiskies if you make the sojourn.

You should refer them here. They might like it.

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Author Topic: Any ideas on this one, and why it won't be deleted? (Read 6870 times)