Restoration/upkeep

[ox45]

ok this is going to sound really stupid but is in no way meant to be disrespectful to classic citroen restorers:

 

I am 22 and i have a 1999 Citroen Saxo VTR B)

 

I personally think that this car in years to come will be a classic either for its power/handling capabilities or plainly for its faults, but even at the moment there is a very small percentage that have not been modified or ragged around and this brings me to my point...

 

I am going to keep mine completely bog standard and replace everything the previous owner 'modified' and try to keep it as close to factory as possible and keep the car for years to come, but, how do i go about it, are there any rules that i must follow when replacing things? i.e the underside of the car is quite badly rusted, can i repair this any way or does it have to be done correctly to meet show/classic standards, do tyres have to be original manufacturer?, can engine parts be changed or do they have to be restored? can the suspension be painted satin black or coloured to protect from rust???

 

any information on this or any related restoration subject would be much appreciated either replied or by email 'blade777@hotmail.co.uk'

 

many thanks chris

[Ronin]

ok this is going to sound really stupid but is in no way meant to be disrespectful to classic citroen restorers:

 

I am 22 and i have a 1999 Citroen Saxo VTR B)

 

I personally think that this car in years to come will be a classic either for its power/handling capabilities or plainly for its faults, but even at the moment there is a very small percentage that have not been modified or ragged around and this brings me to my point...

 

I am going to keep mine completely bog standard and replace everything the previous owner 'modified' and try to keep it as close to factory as possible and keep the car for years to come, but, how do i go about it, are there any rules that i must follow when replacing things? i.e the underside of the car is quite badly rusted, can i repair this any way or does it have to be done correctly to meet show/classic standards, do tyres have to be original manufacturer?, can engine parts be changed or do they have to be restored? can the suspension be painted satin black or coloured to protect from rust???

 

any information on this or any related restoration subject would be much appreciated either replied or by email 'blade777@hotmail.co.uk'

 

many thanks chris

Some may laugh but future classics are determined by there rarety now.

Just look at the ford escort rs turbo's! every essex boy and his dog had one but now the are worth a lot of money in good nick. When was the last time you seen one on the road? Exactly.

 

The general process is contact the owners clubs and get hold of a concourse checklist.

New OE parts are the general rule but as long as it works and is clean used parts are acceptable.

 

powdercoating the suspension parts will add to the longevity and is far better than painting. Judges like this idea.

 

All rust can be dealt with in the normal manner but I would advise that the welds are ground down and treated accordingly. Then ziebart underseal the under body floorpans.

 

Tyres really need to be as close to the original spec as possible but often a particular model number goes out of production. The same make but closest model number is good enough.

 

Engine parts need to be close to original spec as possible. You can use new parts.

You can use chrome bits and bobs too... Another thing judges like.

 

Original stickers in the engine bay are a big point scorer, they must be pristine and easily read.

Interiors can be re-trimmed to original spec A lot of coachbuilders can do this for less than you think with original materials and fabrics or as close as damn it.

 

The check list and rules will help you through the process m8

Good luck :)

[paul.h]

Before you start spending money on your car, I would estimate the cost of all the changes you are going to make and then see if you can get the car you are trying to make at a lower cost and in better condition than yours (if the floor is rusting requiring welding then more of the structure may be in poor condition - have a good look inside sills, lift all the carpets, etc). Then in the future, keep it as a second car and get a family sized one for if/when married and have off spring - you will want one with a high NCAP rating to protect them and then there is all the stuff you need to take everywhere.

[reginab]

It would depend on you, if you love fixing up old cars, or would love to start, then make all the changes you need, but if you don't have the patience, replace it with a new startup car. It's a vocation to restore old cars.

 

 

 

 

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