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by Mark Maniatt
Sun Jul 09, 2006 9:13 am
Forum: Members' Cars
Topic: Charles' MkIII Int
Replies: 3
Views: 71

Hi Charles,

Nice car!But,painting the grooves on the rocker cover.How sad is that :oops:

Regards,

The Leeds Bloke.

PS.

TOOK ME FOR EVER TO PAINT MINE .I WAS'NT BRAVE ENOUGH TO TAKE OFF THE ROCKER COVERS !!! :roll: :wink: (Don't mention this to anyone :oops: )
by Mark Maniatt
Wed Jun 28, 2006 7:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Seeking a Vignale Interceptor.
Replies: 4
Views: 104

Alan,

Was'nt FF no6 at Sandwell a Vignale car.It had the wood inserts like one.Not sure who it belonged to though.See you at Newby.

Mark.
by Mark Maniatt
Sun Jun 25, 2006 9:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sheffield Festival of Transport
Replies: 0
Views: 59

Sheffield Festival of Transport

Hello all, Just a quick message of thanks to those who organised the Jensen stand at today's Sheffield Festival of Transport.Denise and I had a great day out.Fair weather ( Dave Newby has influence in that department since becoming Vice Chairman!!!) excellent company,some beautiful vehicles on displ...
by Mark Maniatt
Wed Jun 14, 2006 6:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: For those of us who ask 'Why do we do this?"
Replies: 10
Views: 294

Right on the button Iain.You speak for all of us dear boy.Keep plugging away.One section at a time,be realistic as to how much can be done, time allowing, and you will end up the proud owner of the greatest car ever made in this great country. By the way,they are the original money pit though :shock...
by Mark Maniatt
Sat Jun 10, 2006 1:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thoughts on an addition to the website.
Replies: 7
Views: 196

Dear Keith,
Can I put my name forward for the post of Russian Porn Editor please.

Regards,

Mr Cosmo Smallpiece :D :D :D
(KNICKERS,KNACKERS,KNOCKERS :roll: ) By Heck!
by Mark Maniatt
Fri Jun 09, 2006 10:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thoughts on an addition to the website.
Replies: 7
Views: 196

Looks like you could have hit on something here Steve.As Lewi pointed out,this information made available to for instance prospective Jensen purchaser's,( in particular first time buyers -see Chris's posting and questions re; his MK 1 Interceptor - 'Jensen Virgin' recently)would be invaluable in hel...
by Mark Maniatt
Fri Jun 09, 2006 6:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thoughts on an addition to the website.
Replies: 7
Views: 196

Sounds like a great idea on the face of it.However, I have noticed that most contributers to the forum seem to avoid even putting there occupations or interests in the profile section.Why, some even avoid putting there name to a posting,' Mr RAP 72 ':!: Who do you all work for MI 5 for heavens sake ...
by Mark Maniatt
Mon Jun 05, 2006 9:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any pearls of wisdom for a Jensen virgin
Replies: 11
Views: 271

By the way Chris.You asked about things to look out for besides rust.Well my own personal opinion is quite simple.There is only one gremlin you need to watch out for like a Hawk and that is 'RUST'.Parts can be replaced but if the body starts to go on one of these baby's prepare to sell your soul to ...
by Mark Maniatt
Mon Jun 05, 2006 9:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any pearls of wisdom for a Jensen virgin
Replies: 11
Views: 271

Welcome to the club Chris.Thats a nice looking Jenny you've bought yourself dear boy.I remember seeing it advertised on the Autotrader sight priced at as I recall xxx£8000 so on that basis alone you have done well but as Richie said if you are happy what difference does it make!One further point re;...
by Mark Maniatt
Thu May 25, 2006 11:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ye old chamois leather
Replies: 5
Views: 106

Hello Dave, Todays your lucky day!I've got 1 gallon of fresh bats urine left in the garage and its yours if you want it :wink: I've been running the Jennie on it since Sandwell :shock: Have you tried the two pack chamois from the Costco outlets?I use them all the time without a problem.Most of their...
by Mark Maniatt
Fri May 19, 2006 7:29 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Great day at Sandwell/Interceptor/FF 40th Anniversary
Replies: 15
Views: 323

I wonder if anyone else saw this reg no. on Sunday?As we were travelling home from Sandwell at a point on the M1 midway between Nottingham and Sheffield a new Bentley Continental GT passed us with this no. plate, '5FF'. Anyone know if there is a story attached to it?Only one no. out and it would hav...
by Mark Maniatt
Sun May 14, 2006 7:52 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Great day at Sandwell/Interceptor/FF 40th Anniversary
Replies: 15
Views: 323

Great day at Sandwell/Interceptor/FF 40th Anniversary

Just arrived back from the wonderful 40th Anniversary event at Sandwell Park.Both Denice and I had a ball :D Well done Steve and many thanks for all your efforts.They were greatly appreciated by everyone I spoke to.By the way.Tracy's FF is a beaut !!!!.Sorry you were let down by some of the local ow...
by Mark Maniatt
Fri May 12, 2006 7:21 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Interceptor/FF Day Sunday 14th May
Replies: 4
Views: 94

Pass also safely received Steve :D Can I second Stuarts thank you.A damn fine job!I look forward to shaking your hand dear boy.Unfortunately we can't make Saturday but will get to The Village Hotel on Sunday in time for the 9.0am kick off. With reference to extra fuel supplies;I'm still receiving me...
by Mark Maniatt
Sat Apr 29, 2006 7:10 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Super Day at Cropredy
Replies: 4
Views: 98

I'll second that Dave :!: Just got back to Leeds.Nice to meet you if only briefly.Same to all the other faces I was able to put to names.I'm looking forward to Sandwell May 14th. Thought I should mention one small point.Had to re-fuel from brimming after 220 miles.When I went to school that was ' 11...
by Mark Maniatt
Wed Apr 26, 2006 8:39 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Interceptor/FF Day May 14th
Replies: 6
Views: 117

Well done to all involved in this important event.As a matter of interest,have any of the classic car publications been informed/invited or indeed the various television shows dedicated to the motor car :?: I'm thinking possibly Top Gear for instance.After all,apart from the E Type and may be one or...

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