hi Vampire Tigger i'm about the same my first car was a 1159 3 door HC Green 'J' reg back down memory lane this one needs a lot of work welding underneath (good job i like welding)I'm a mechanic for my sins so engine and running gear will slowly get done,only one problem it's AUTO box will have to have someone look at that.Done some spraying only on lorries tho' odd run here and there,the chassis plate says 1BL which hbpeter thinks it refers to Aqua Starmist which is Blue under boot lid looks same colour as yours.
I am 56 now and had this Viva since the year 2000 some parts look hard to get keeping my eye out on EBAY keep buying odd thing still looking for a new set of 1256 engine mountings thanks for your interest and help with the photo's Jim.