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  • #16
    Re: Marlin restoration for dummies

    Yes Mk2 Spitfire FC 50001-88912. Refer to post 7 for drawing of where the kit number is punched into the bulkhead. If you find the kit/chassis number it can be cross referenced to find the date of kit purchase............. But it will still not prove when the Marlin was completed and first put on the road.............. If the V5 still shows it as a Spitfire it is possible the car has never been presented................. You will need as much history and pictures old MoT etc as you can gather to prove the kit was on the road prior to 1997 when SVA(now IVA) was introduced.
    Ben Caswell probably not the last word on anything here!!

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    • #17
      Re: Marlin restoration for dummies

      From DVLA records below this vehicle was last taxed in july 1996.

      The enquiry is complete.
      The vehicle details for CSY 98C are:
      Date of Liability 01 07 1997
      Date of First Registration 24 09 1965
      Year of Manufacture 1965
      Cylinder Capacity (cc) 1147cc
      CO₂ Emissions Not Available
      Fuel Type PETROL
      Export Marker N
      Vehicle Status Unlicensed
      Vehicle Colour RED
      Vehicle Type Approval Not Available

      So it is registered as the original Donor vehicle from 1965.

      Before you start spending serious amounts of cash, you need to establish if the DVLA will allow you to tax the vehicle, without an IVA so presenting them with as much documentation as possible, as said before, will be the key.

      But from the looks of things, what you have inherited is a money pit. If the engine is seized, a full rebuild will cost in excess of £500 and then there is the chassis, suspension, steering, clutch, gearbox, transmission, electrics etc.
      i will be buying shares in Rimmer Brothers and other Triumph specialists if you decide to go ahead.
      MOC member since 05/97
      1984 Marlin Roadster SWB.
      1800TC, Unleaded ported head, stage 2 cam. Ford Type 9 gearbox, Dolomite Sprint rear axle fitted with MGF disc brakes.
      Three core radiator, Renault Clio vented front discs.
      The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable man.

      Loads of Marlin Reference can be found documents here or there.

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      • #18
        Re: Marlin restoration for dummies

        I think it is only fair to Stephen to let him know that there are (Marlins ) and other kitcars being used on the donor ID. more so the early cars. In the early days not every builder done things to the letter, and were quite happy to leave the car as Triumph or whatever. The chances of ending up with a Q plate had an effect as well. Some sent the then log book up and entered changes like (Sports) or (convertible) or whatever. Sometimes DVLA changed the details sometimes they did not. Some years back there was a period of grace given to declare these to DVLA and seek to get the kitcar name on the V5. There is no question , today the car should be properly described on the V5 , but there are many which are not. Eventually these cars may have problems come MOT time , or whatever. but this is up to the individual owners to do as they see fit. On a brighter note there have been cases during the past year where the DVLA have changed the V5 to show the kitcar name, when supplied with supporting documentation to show the car was completed and used before 1997 ( As Ben has advised) So careful consideration, total cost, etc before final decision. More good news , if you do decide to go ahead you have Ben who knows his Triumphs and then a bit , and at least one member rebuilding a Triumph based car at present, so plenty of support. Good luck.

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        • #19
          Re: Marlin restoration for dummies

          Originally posted by danny.nelson View Post
          I think it is only fair to Stephen to let him know that there are (Marlins ) and other kitcars being used on the donor ID..
          My V5 says Morris Marina Sports, never had a problem.

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          • #20
            Re: Marlin restoration for dummies

            Originally posted by Slyons View Post
            HI all, when is the next meeting? would like to come along.
            I have enrolled a friend of mine who qualified as a mechanic 20 yrs ago and then ditched his spanners two yrs later. But we are keen.
            I am trying to get the V5 now. My Aunt if filing the paperwork which is very kind.
            It says Triumph on the tax disc, is this bad?
            Ordering up some parts to see if I can get it running, starter motor, battery, alternator etc.
            it is twin carb but they need some work, parts are missing on the right hand side reservoir. Need to figure out how to get those parts only. New carbs would be expensive.
            Chasis number: FC64833
            Engine number: FC65338HE
            Registration is/was: CSY 98C
            not sure what size the engine is or how old the engine/donor car is.
            Lot of questions here but any help is appreciated.

            Regards

            Stephen
            Hi Stephen, Regards local meets where about are you?........ click on calendar for some info. Or perhaps a local owner can catch up with you.
            Ben Caswell probably not the last word on anything here!!

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            • #21
              Re: Marlin restoration for dummies

              Originally posted by Slyons View Post
              I live in Ramsey nr Cambridge so if any one close by could offer any guidance then I would welcome it. I have a friend who qualified as a mechanic 20 yrs ago and then immediately downed tools and a chap at my sons Rugby club who says he is a bit of an expert with fibre glass (worked for Lola) so I have some help.
              Nearest meet would be at Duddington on the A43/A47 junction. 25 miles from Ramsay. http://www.marlinownersclub.com/foru...=2014-1-12&c=1
              MOC member since 05/97
              1984 Marlin Roadster SWB.
              1800TC, Unleaded ported head, stage 2 cam. Ford Type 9 gearbox, Dolomite Sprint rear axle fitted with MGF disc brakes.
              Three core radiator, Renault Clio vented front discs.
              The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable man.

              Loads of Marlin Reference can be found documents here or there.

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              • #22
                Re: Marlin restoration for dummies

                Hi Ben, the last tax disc is 1995 and I remember being in it as a kid so should be ok

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                • #23
                  Re: Marlin restoration for dummies

                  I am in Ramsey nr Cambridge. I would love local owner to catch up with and tell me if I am mental or not!

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                  • #24
                    Re: Marlin restoration for dummies

                    Hi

                    It would be worth asking DVLA for the history file on the car, used to be £5 and they sent copies of all the paerwork they have. Not sure if this is still available though,
                    This would give you proof that the details were changed or not.

                    Dave

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                    • #25
                      Re: Marlin restoration for dummies

                      Originally posted by DaveTrials View Post
                      Hi

                      It would be worth asking DVLA for the history file on the car, used to be £5 and they sent copies of all the paerwork they have. Not sure if this is still available though,
                      This would give you proof that the details were changed or not.

                      Dave
                      Difficult to get now.
                      You have to be registered owner, have valid reason for requiring the information and provide evidence of your address (utility bill, bank statement etc). I applied and application was rejected as researching history wasn't a satisfactory reason.

                      Paul H

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                      • #26
                        Re: Marlin restoration for dummies

                        I got the V5, well it is currently in Scotland but about to wing its way to me. Time to get started!!
                        I imagine I might post some silly questions between now and the end of this process but I hope to have a laugh doing it.

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                        • #27
                          Re: Marlin restoration for dummies

                          Originally posted by Slyons View Post
                          I am in Ramsey nr Cambridge. I would love local owner to catch up with and tell me if I am mental or not!
                          Any takers?

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                          • #28
                            Re: Marlin restoration for dummies

                            Here is a good time to remind paid members that they can view a membership map to find out who is in their neighbourhood

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                            • #29
                              Re: Marlin restoration for dummies

                              Originally posted by cameronfurnival View Post
                              Here is a good time to remind paid members that they can view a membership map to find out who is in their neighbourhood
                              how do i do that then ? I'm a paid up member of the club but when i click on the members bit at the top it says i do not have permissions

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                              • #30
                                Re: Marlin restoration for dummies

                                Me too - so I suspect a system issue

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