'64 - Split bus resto....my project

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Dutch_Diver wrote:Gavin you are 100% right...it is.

I would say the cars are much more that R250m. For example, there is the only DB2 convertible ever made, an Enzo, F50 & F40 in a row. One of only 500 Maclaren (the proper road version not the race one), 3 x 250GT - 1 of only 3 hardtops by special tuning company (sorry can't remember the name), and the only 250GT convertible LWB still left in the world. There was also a gullwing.......and that's the modern stuff....It's well worth a visit but they change the cars totally around each month so no VW's this month.
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I had no idea of the scale of vehicle that was housed within so naturally asked about any beetles. The attendant just laughed... I had double doses of the wine at the tasting just to compensate for his demeanor. ;)
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Dutch_Diver

You splittie is a beauty, well done.

Hopefully in the near future I can ask you for some advice when my project starts.
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Gavin, just for you as you arrive 5 mins after closing......

UK Hall......

Austin Martin ... DB2 / 4 Convertible 1956
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Jag D Type
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The Ferrari hall......
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The German hall and the special Gullwing.....
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Pictures of some of the other halls.....let me know if anyone see's a car they want a bigger picture of and I will see if I can help :lol:
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"MO" - 1965 Splitscreen bus --> http://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/viewtopi ... =37&t=9305" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
"BOBBIE" - 1963 Beetle --> http://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/viewtopi ... 23&t=11338" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Been there, done that, got the beetle and KG pictures :-)

Lovely place, great cars, where else will I be able to see a F50 , F40, Enzo, gullwing and Carerra GT in one afternoon on this continent?
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Been there amazing cars. Read an article about the green and red 48? Chev.
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Thanks a million for the pics Dutch! I really appreciate it! :D Good thing I didn't get in. I would have drooled all over the paintwork. ;)
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So to make sure that Mo doesn't feel left out when we unveil Bobbie this Saturday, she had a special assignment today and I tell you now, I would have loved to have swapped places..... :shock: :roll: :D

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Now Mo is famous!!!!!!
"MO" - 1965 Splitscreen bus --> http://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/viewtopi ... =37&t=9305" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
"BOBBIE" - 1963 Beetle --> http://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/viewtopi ... 23&t=11338" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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And just so you can properly comment on Mo's rack and shoes.....

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"MO" - 1965 Splitscreen bus --> http://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/viewtopi ... =37&t=9305" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
"BOBBIE" - 1963 Beetle --> http://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/viewtopi ... 23&t=11338" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Those wheels do look good !, have you tried them on Bobby yet to see what it looks like ?
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I will but I need to get my hands on Bobbie first :lol:
"MO" - 1965 Splitscreen bus --> http://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/viewtopi ... =37&t=9305" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
"BOBBIE" - 1963 Beetle --> http://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/viewtopi ... 23&t=11338" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Are they replicas?
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Eben, the wheels are replicas but good quality ones.....the rack is original, the wood slats need sanding and yacht vanish so are off at the moment.
"MO" - 1965 Splitscreen bus --> http://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/viewtopi ... =37&t=9305" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
"BOBBIE" - 1963 Beetle --> http://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/viewtopi ... 23&t=11338" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Are they going to send you some of the edited photos from the shoot, ??
If they do,please post them
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Splitz wrote:Are they going to send you some of the edited photos from the shoot, ??
If they do,please post them
They said they would but haven't seen anything yet.....and yes I will!
"MO" - 1965 Splitscreen bus --> http://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/viewtopi ... =37&t=9305" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
"BOBBIE" - 1963 Beetle --> http://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/viewtopi ... 23&t=11338" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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And the day ended well today :D :drunks:

The last few steps.......
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The eagle has landed as she left her homeland :D ......except really dirty :evil:
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"MO" - 1965 Splitscreen bus --> http://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/viewtopi ... =37&t=9305" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
"BOBBIE" - 1963 Beetle --> http://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/viewtopi ... 23&t=11338" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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