Bristol 401 wanted

[chrisharrap]

Hi,

I'm new to Bristols but looking to buy a 401, so if anyone knows of one with good history, in whatever condition, I'd be very interested to hear from you.

Thanks,

Chris
07763 620254

[Geoff Dowdle]

Chris ,
where are you located??

There are usually a few 401's needing restoration ,here in Australia, available to purchase . Being Aussie delivered they will have a minimum of rust/corrosion compared to similar cars in UK and should be a relatively easy restoration.

Geoff

[yarrell]

I have owned my 1953 Bristol 401 (Reg. LHO 401) since 1970. It was regularly serviced by specialists R.F. Fuggle, Ltd, then stored in 1979 with the renowned restorers T.T. Workshops, Westbury, Wilts. while I worked in TV in Los Angeles. They carried out a full chassis-up restoration, leaving it stripped ready for painting, rewiring and re-upholstery. That cost me over £14,000 and would be much more these days. I halted completion, having acquired a Type 405 d.h.c. It has remained stored in a London lock-up with removed parts packed - including a new wiring loom. I have all service and restoration records and bills, as well as the original owner's manual. I invite offers from those who appreciate the realities of completing such high quality restoration - Bristol cars recently offered a restored 401 for £39,000. I might even consider some form of shared ownership with my occasional use, in return for completion. I'm in no hurry, since I'm recovering from surgery and expecting more, so the car can't be viewed yet - and is in a crowded garage. I will contact serious applicants at a later date. Please do not contact if you are merely curious, because I can't tolerate timewasters!

[cream401]

I used to own a Maroon 401 which I had resprayed Wimbledon White. I also had a conversion done by Z cars to install a Datsun 270 Z engine. I sold this car about 5 years ago and wnat to know if anybody knows of it's whereabouts.?

[GREG]

That's the one that James May bid on at an auction filmed by Top Gear. Maybe the BOC know where it is.

[vaselultimo]

Well restored.

More details classicpassions@hotmail.com or call 0034650932698.

Br.