A good day today.

Flying Frank · 26-05-21, 09:45 PM

Not D-day , But M-day or MOT test day finally arrived so off to the local garage this morning.....

20210526_103124 by Frank Brejcha, on Flickr

and after a lengthy going over we had a successful outcome........

20210526_142525 by Frank Brejcha, on Flickr

so a couple more pictures to celebrate , especially as a few hours later the new V5 arrived in the post. One previous owner !

20210526_113909 by Frank Brejcha, on Flickr

Happy days indeed, now to sort the drivers electric window. At least the weather has got warmer which makes life a lot easier.

20210526_113928 by Frank Brejcha, on Flickr

Isimmo · 26-05-21, 09:53 PM

Just so loving that. Fantastic.

And the Audi ‘C’ badge is just marvellous.

So original it aches. (Mind, the boot lid rings might like to fall off one night).

Seriously Frank, I’ve just been spending some time properly studying the photos and that is probably the most original first year GT’s I’ve seen. The mid swage line pinstripes are extra, but the shut lines are just impeccable, as is the quality of the chrome and trim pieces.

That, from the photos, looks very desirable.

SwallownAmazon · 26-05-21, 10:08 PM

And not an advisory in sight - Excellent.

davow · 26-05-21, 10:22 PM

Well done! I knew she would "fly through"

mikes2 · 26-05-21, 10:51 PM

Nice one Frank.The car looks spot on and the colour is superb

John. · 27-05-21, 05:52 AM

Nice one Frank

Flying Frank · 27-05-21, 06:09 AM

Thank you for all your kind comments , compared to some of the projects I have seen on our CA Forum, this car has ( so far ) been relatively easy but having said that with older cars its always a bit of a "hold your breath " time in the early days, particularly as she has been off the road for such a long time.

In the next few days the original wheels will go back on, they are quite presentable and now have good tyres fitted. I had only put the Estoril wheels on for the MOT as earlier on the tyres were far better on them but now the cookie cutters are well shod.

Agree with Isimmos' earlier comment about the "extra" trim piece along the cars flanks. Personally, I'd rather it was not there but its very firmly attached and I really don't want to try and remove it only to be left with the need for a load of re-spraying.

I spent an enjoyable time using my finger nail to gently go along the edge of the coach lines as at some time someone had polished the car ( probably before it was put up for sale) and there was a fine line of white dried polish along most of the trim lines . Amazing how cleaning that off improved the appearance. The upper line I'm sure should be red , but has faded over the past 40 years. I'm thinking of having that re-done by a coach line type painter as again I doubt I'll ever be able to get those coach lines in their original style . The lower thicker dark brown line is much more intact/unfaded and I will have a think about how to proceed with that detail.

Under the bonnet , there is a small amount of surface corrosion and again in the future, may get that treated/sprayed, but only the underneath as the top is excellent.

Although the MOT test station/garage is only a few miles from where I live, when I arrived they were not quite ready , so I used the "waiting " time to take the car for a drive ( the long way around to the MOT test station ) Car is very comfortable and drives well, the 3 speed auto gearbox seems to be changing very smoothly and car pulls well for a carb engined version. No pocket rocket , but a refined old lady who still has bags of class about her.

The cars rev counter is not working, but as and when I have a bit more time from doing other bits and bobs, I am hoping that the re-seating and cleaning up of the contacts on the multi-plug on the back of the instrument cluster may sort that issue.We will see.

Now I'll leave everyone in peace for bit, but thank you to my good friends on here not only for the encouragement but also great advice on the new project.
Incidentally, I'm calling her , as she is definitely a "she" in my eyes at least, Betty, after my late Mum.

Cheers everyone , safe and happy motoring to you all.

SimonY · 27-05-21, 08:03 AM

Nice one Frank and love your attention to detail which the car certainly deserves.

Mellis46 · 27-05-21, 08:26 AM

Well done Frank, and Betty!

sinbin5t · 27-05-21, 01:19 PM

Frank.....you are a star!

Well done with the mot, great result! Well done Betty too!

Enjoy having this one (i know you are already), very original and superb condition from what i can see

P.S. My mother in law was called Betty, she was awkward at times too

26-05-21, 09:53 PM	#2
Isimmo Super Moderator Classic Audi Club Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Sissix-by-the-sea Posts: 15,218	Just so loving that. Fantastic. And the Audi ‘C’ badge is just marvellous. So original it aches. (Mind, the boot lid rings might like to fall off one night). Seriously Frank, I’ve just been spending some time properly studying the photos and that is probably the most original first year GT’s I’ve seen. The mid swage line pinstripes are extra, but the shut lines are just impeccable, as is the quality of the chrome and trim pieces. That, from the photos, looks very desirable. __________________ 1985 WR quattro, 1985 20vT RallyRep, 1993 MTM ABY S2 Avant. 2010 S3 Sportback. Last edited by Isimmo; 26-05-21 at 10:05 PM.

26-05-21, 10:51 PM	#5
mikes2 4 ring whore! Classic Audi Club Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Polmont Posts: 2,617	Nice one Frank.The car looks spot on and the colour is superb __________________ 1991 90 quattro 20v sport 1991 90 quattro

27-05-21, 08:03 AM	#8
SimonY Newbie! Classic Audi Club Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Milton Keynes Posts: 16	Nice one Frank and love your attention to detail which the car certainly deserves. __________________ 1985 WR quattro. Alpine White 2002 S3 Imola Yellow - Gone but not forgotten

27-05-21, 08:26 AM	#9
Mellis46 Aero Advocate Classic Audi Club Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Lancashire Posts: 1,448	Well done Frank, and Betty! __________________ -1987 90 2.2E / Sapphire Blue (Rest in Pieces) -1989 90 quattro with Sport Equipment / Satin Black -1997 A4 Avant quattro TDI 110 / Tropical Green (Sold)

26-05-21, 10:08 PM	#3
SwallownAmazon Grown up member Classic Audi Club Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Tonbridge, Kent Posts: 511	And not an advisory in sight - Excellent.

26-05-21, 10:22 PM	#4
davow Grown up member Classic Audi Club Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: worcestershire Posts: 863	Well done! I knew she would "fly through"

27-05-21, 05:52 AM	#6
John. 4 ring whore! Classic Audi Club Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Scottish Borders. Posts: 7,520	Nice one Frank

27-05-21, 06:09 AM	#7
Flying Frank 4 ring whore! Classic Audi Club Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Kernow, Gods own county !! Posts: 2,388	Thank you for all your kind comments , compared to some of the projects I have seen on our CA Forum, this car has ( so far ) been relatively easy but having said that with older cars its always a bit of a "hold your breath " time in the early days, particularly as she has been off the road for such a long time. In the next few days the original wheels will go back on, they are quite presentable and now have good tyres fitted. I had only put the Estoril wheels on for the MOT as earlier on the tyres were far better on them but now the cookie cutters are well shod. Agree with Isimmos' earlier comment about the "extra" trim piece along the cars flanks. Personally, I'd rather it was not there but its very firmly attached and I really don't want to try and remove it only to be left with the need for a load of re-spraying. I spent an enjoyable time using my finger nail to gently go along the edge of the coach lines as at some time someone had polished the car ( probably before it was put up for sale) and there was a fine line of white dried polish along most of the trim lines . Amazing how cleaning that off improved the appearance. The upper line I'm sure should be red , but has faded over the past 40 years. I'm thinking of having that re-done by a coach line type painter as again I doubt I'll ever be able to get those coach lines in their original style . The lower thicker dark brown line is much more intact/unfaded and I will have a think about how to proceed with that detail. Under the bonnet , there is a small amount of surface corrosion and again in the future, may get that treated/sprayed, but only the underneath as the top is excellent. Although the MOT test station/garage is only a few miles from where I live, when I arrived they were not quite ready , so I used the "waiting " time to take the car for a drive ( the long way around to the MOT test station ) Car is very comfortable and drives well, the 3 speed auto gearbox seems to be changing very smoothly and car pulls well for a carb engined version. No pocket rocket , but a refined old lady who still has bags of class about her. The cars rev counter is not working, but as and when I have a bit more time from doing other bits and bobs, I am hoping that the re-seating and cleaning up of the contacts on the multi-plug on the back of the instrument cluster may sort that issue.We will see. Now I'll leave everyone in peace for bit, but thank you to my good friends on here not only for the encouragement but also great advice on the new project. Incidentally, I'm calling her , as she is definitely a "she" in my eyes at least, Betty, after my late Mum. Cheers everyone , safe and happy motoring to you all.

27-05-21, 01:19 PM	#10
sinbin5t 4 ring whore! Classic Audi Club Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Where a spike points skywards Posts: 12,960	Frank.....you are a star! Well done with the mot, great result! Well done Betty too! Enjoy having this one (i know you are already), very original and superb condition from what i can see P.S. My mother in law was called Betty, she was awkward at times too