The Modern Vintage Car

Hemanth · 11th July 2008, 17:09

I remember seeing a esteem converted to beetle in Hunsur which had fibre fabricated bonnet and the metal body and i was bit interested in buying it and using it in the estate since it does not have valid RTO documents you cannot use it on the road. The guy had spent around 40K on the vehicle and was planning to sell it since the engine had ceased and he had to spend some more money onto it. Later after 1 month i was informed by the garage guy that it was sold for 30K.

suren181 · 11th July 2008, 17:24

Hmmm.. This thread got me pondering. For starters, what came to my mind is a Contessa's chassis, well designed, good handler, awd configuration et al.

Look for a Vauxhall Wyvern or some similar body, which may be rusting, buy that and use the shell to make the mould for a fibreglass body. This is quite easy if we have the time and the right people (people should not be hard to find at all).

Modifications could be endless after that, or you could keep it a stock car (Contessa) and mod as time goes by, and when Vitamin 'M' flows through.

Oh how I wish my wife was a car buff too and that she enjoys the simple pleasures like a modern vintage car.

Out of dreamworld and back to work.

KSM-Vtec · 12th July 2008, 11:20

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Originally Posted by DKG

Here you go KSM-Vtec, something you should be able to successfully graft onto a Gypsy chassis. I think the dimensions are similar. You will find many options if this body style appeals to you

@ DKG - This perfect. Just wanted to know if if will be a good 4 seater. Also i am sure i can get a hard top with the similar design.

Hey Guys!!!

Looks like we are going good. Will try and see if i can get a gypsy from somewhere. But the tuffer hunt will be to find a vintage body that can be worked on. The dodge suggested by DGK looks good.

From your experience, could you guys tell me howmuch a project like this will cost?

KSM-Vtec · 30th July 2008, 12:25

Come on guys wake up and plz help me out. Have been looking for the cars i need but havent been able to find any.

muneemmk · 30th July 2008, 21:55

Dude Advertise in the Classifieds for what ever you are looking for , the cost would workout to something above 3.5 lakhs. should end there and if u are thinking about doing something like that there must be 200% dedication to it. otherwise it will be just a money squandering exercise, or much worse "Extortion" as in the case of Steeroids Landmaster.

KSM-Vtec · 31st July 2008, 10:59

Well i understand that i will have to put in a lot of efforts. But what do you think is the chance of there being an error in the project. Because i want to build a very cost effective car. With as little maint exp as possible.(may be as less as a maruti)

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Originally Posted by muneemmk

Dude Advertise in the Classifieds for what ever you are looking for , the cost would workout to something above 3.5 lakhs. should end there and if u are thinking about doing something like that there must be 200% dedication to it. otherwise it will be just a money squandering exercise, or much worse "Extortion" as in the case of Steeroids Landmaster.

girishpv · 20th August 2008, 12:36

There was an Morris Minor with Maruthi engine for sale in Coimbatore.
Don't know whether still available or not, PM me for contact details

Regards

DKG · 20th August 2008, 13:16

KSM Checkout the work done by Rizwan in Bombay and Mr. Mathew in Bangalore on the Caterham replicas. They've both done outstanding jobs and I even spoke with Mr. Mathew over the phone. He comes across as a most wonderful and helpful person. He may be able to guide you on how you could get started

Madhu.T.K · 21st August 2008, 11:26

Though in many states such kind of modification is carried out, I do not think that there is any official ruling/ provision in the law in this regard which permits you to modify your vehicle. Any modification is required to be marked in the RC of the vehicle by the Transport Authority. As I understand engine of another motor vehicle cannot be fitted to chassis of one vehicle. In Kerala, change from petrol to diesel is also not permitted. Engine change is permitted provided the replaced one is new supported by invoice/ DC etc. Correct me if I am wrong.

Regards,

Madhu.T.K

KSM-Vtec · 21st August 2008, 12:15

well i beleive its not such a big problem but one has to write to the RTO and get permit. Which you will have to bribe for. But its possible to get such things done. The registration number of one of the cars is retained in such a case.

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Originally Posted by Madhu.T.K

Though in many states such kind of modification is carried out, I do not think that there is any official ruling/ provision in the law in this regard which permits you to modify your vehicle. Any modification is required to be marked in the RC of the vehicle by the Transport Authority. As I understand engine of another motor vehicle cannot be fitted to chassis of one vehicle. In Kerala, change from petrol to diesel is also not permitted. Engine change is permitted provided the replaced one is new supported by invoice/ DC etc. Correct me if I am wrong.

Regards,

Madhu.T.K

Are there any links available on Team BHP for the work they have done. Would be great if you could help me with their id here.

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Originally Posted by DKG

KSM Checkout the work done by Rizwan in Bombay and Mr. Mathew in Bangalore on the Caterham replicas. They've both done outstanding jobs and I even spoke with Mr. Mathew over the phone. He comes across as a most wonderful and helpful person. He may be able to guide you on how you could get started

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DKG · 21st August 2008, 12:20

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Originally Posted by KSM-Vtec

Are there any links available on Team BHP for the work they have done. Would be great if you could help me with their id here.

Try these links:

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/indian...ade-india.html

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/indian...i-seaface.html

jeepster09 · 21st February 2009, 13:51

Folks,

This may sound strange or farfetched but I would like to build a vintage or classic car using the body of old amby or the tata estate.

I seek the answers to the below questions / concern points :

- Is it legal to do build such a car and does the RTO approve such cars built in this manner ?
- What would be the finer points to consider while planing such a project ?
- The cars I would like to build are Chevrolet Fleetmaster 1947-48 or the Chevrolet Nomad 1955 or any similar American long bonnet cars
- I plan to do this in budget range of Rs 3-3.5 lacs ; is this a fair estimate ?

Await your expert opinions on the above project.

Cheers,
Sanat

11th July 2008, 17:09	#31
Hemanth BHPian Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Mysore Posts: 193 Thanked: 4 Times	I remember seeing a esteem converted to beetle in Hunsur which had fibre fabricated bonnet and the metal body and i was bit interested in buying it and using it in the estate since it does not have valid RTO documents you cannot use it on the road. The guy had spent around 40K on the vehicle and was planning to sell it since the engine had ceased and he had to spend some more money onto it. Later after 1 month i was informed by the garage guy that it was sold for 30K.
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11th July 2008, 17:24	#32
suren181 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 850 Thanked: 11 Times View My Garage	Hmmm.. This thread got me pondering. For starters, what came to my mind is a Contessa's chassis, well designed, good handler, awd configuration et al. Look for a Vauxhall Wyvern or some similar body, which may be rusting, buy that and use the shell to make the mould for a fibreglass body. This is quite easy if we have the time and the right people (people should not be hard to find at all). Modifications could be endless after that, or you could keep it a stock car (Contessa) and mod as time goes by, and when Vitamin 'M' flows through. Oh how I wish my wife was a car buff too and that she enjoys the simple pleasures like a modern vintage car. Out of dreamworld and back to work.
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30th July 2008, 12:25	#34
KSM-Vtec Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: MH-02-India-Bombay-Bandra Posts: 1,562 Thanked: 446 Times View My Garage	Come on guys wake up and plz help me out. Have been looking for the cars i need but havent been able to find any.
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30th July 2008, 21:55	#35
muneemmk BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Cochin Posts: 832 Thanked: 99 Times View My Garage	Dude Advertise in the Classifieds for what ever you are looking for , the cost would workout to something above 3.5 lakhs. should end there and if u are thinking about doing something like that there must be 200% dedication to it. otherwise it will be just a money squandering exercise, or much worse "Extortion" as in the case of Steeroids Landmaster.
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20th August 2008, 12:36	#37
girishpv BHPian Join Date: May 2007 Location: IXE Posts: 575 Thanked: 90 Times View My Garage	There was an Morris Minor with Maruthi engine for sale in Coimbatore. Don't know whether still available or not, PM me for contact details Regards
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20th August 2008, 13:16	#38
DKG Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 3,711 Thanked: 1,389 Times View My Garage	KSM Checkout the work done by Rizwan in Bombay and Mr. Mathew in Bangalore on the Caterham replicas. They've both done outstanding jobs and I even spoke with Mr. Mathew over the phone. He comes across as a most wonderful and helpful person. He may be able to guide you on how you could get started
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21st August 2008, 11:26	#39
Madhu.T.K Newbie Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Kannur Posts: 2 Thanked: 0 Times	Though in many states such kind of modification is carried out, I do not think that there is any official ruling/ provision in the law in this regard which permits you to modify your vehicle. Any modification is required to be marked in the RC of the vehicle by the Transport Authority. As I understand engine of another motor vehicle cannot be fitted to chassis of one vehicle. In Kerala, change from petrol to diesel is also not permitted. Engine change is permitted provided the replaced one is new supported by invoice/ DC etc. Correct me if I am wrong. Regards, Madhu.T.K
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21st February 2009, 13:51	#42
jeepster09 BHPian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 102 Thanked: 38 Times View My Garage	Creating a vintage or classic car from an old amby or tata estate Folks, This may sound strange or farfetched but I would like to build a vintage or classic car using the body of old amby or the tata estate. I seek the answers to the below questions / concern points : - Is it legal to do build such a car and does the RTO approve such cars built in this manner ? - What would be the finer points to consider while planing such a project ? - The cars I would like to build are Chevrolet Fleetmaster 1947-48 or the Chevrolet Nomad 1955 or any similar American long bonnet cars - I plan to do this in budget range of Rs 3-3.5 lacs ; is this a fair estimate ? Await your expert opinions on the above project. Cheers, Sanat
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