by Bob perry » Sat May 09, 2020 5:32 pm
Hi Alfie, and hope you find what you need, and get to join our happy band of Viva ownership.
Whatever model you finally settle on, there will be someone on here to help with most needs.
Parts are not too bad to get hold of, although body panels and trim, inner and outer, can be difficult, but most get by, and there are many skilled people on here who re-manufacture and fabricate, a skill which I greatly admire.
Insurance is very reasonable and, once joined, the Membership will guide you to recognised companies that give discounts to Owners Clubs.
I can here Jane, our Membership Sec, typing out an application form as I write!!
I pay £85 a year insurance for my HA for instance, but there are restrictions as to annual mileage as I only use it for shows etc.
Tyres are no problem. Most Viva's are on 13 inch trims so no problem.
Earlier models, HA for instance are on 12 inch which can be hard to find, but they are around with searching!
One thing to remember is that most Viva models qualify for free tax and mot if notified as Historic vehicle to DVLA. Vehicles before 1979!!
Something worth checking on the log book before purchase, although it can be done afterwards, but it will be taxed as normal if not noted.
Although MOT is not required, I still get one done just for peace of mind, and it's worth the £50.
Hope that helps, and look forward to seeing your new venture when we get out of this long detention!!
Bob HA130
Mona Viva