Well folks, guess it's about time I introduced myself properly around here! I'm Rob, I've been in the Manta club for years and I've had lots of Mantas and mk1 Cavaliers in this time, but a few months ago got my first Viva - a barn find GLS estate with 13k on the clock.
The full story's over on the Retro Rides forums, some of you may have seen it, but for those who haven't click here!
I've been lucky enough to source most of the parts I needed, the glass is now all in but the rear screen will be coming out again to fit the correct seal (thanks Stuart!) and the NS rear window has to come out again. Didn't realise you needed to fit the trim back into the rubber before putting the window back in, but I know now! I've also taken the interior out for a proper clean and to remove all the broken glass, so as soon as the new glass is in properly the rest of the interior can come back out of my Dad's spare bedroom. The front spotlamps have been rebuilt as one was mangled, but it's now straightened and back on the car. They've even got both Vauxhall plastic covers.
Anyway, some pictures!
First time I ever saw it;
I know they are a problem spot on estates, but these inner arches are mint.
More to come when Photobucket stops playing up.
Plans at the moment are to fit the set of locks and keys which are on their way from ebay, then try and get it running!