BX Mk1 needed for newspaper feature

[Dollywobbler]

Howdy folks

For those who don't know, I work on Classic Car Weekly and I've finally got my way! Yes, we're doing a BX buyer's guide (actually, it's not our first!). As well as tips about what to look for (I've had two myself, but always welcome input from others) I could do with finding a nice Mk1 for photos. Obviously a GT Digit is the holy grail, but I'll be happy with anything relatively tidy - trim level/engine doesn't really matter. Would be a bonus if we could find a later one for the same shoot, but this certainly isn't essential.

We're based in Peterborough, so not a million miles away would suit us best. I'd be looking to do something within the next few weeks.

And yes, I am aware that if we'd scheduled it just a few weeks later, I'd have my choice of BXs at Wood Green! (and yes, I plan to be there too as I only live up the road).

Anyway, drop me a line at ian.seabrook@kelseypb.co.uk or post here (email may be quicker).

Cheers

Ian
www.classic-car-weekly.co.uk

[Matt H]

If you do find a Mk1 you are welcome to use my 16v as well, although it's already been in a good few times

I guess you want something a little different for this one...

[Philip Chidlow]

Suggest you contact Tim (Roverman)....

His GT won a gong recently at Wetherby.

[DavidRutherford]

Obviously a GT Digit is the holy grail,

You can photograph my GT DIgit if you like, but that would be more of a guide as to what condition you shouldn't buy a car in!

[RxBX]

Suggest you contact Tim (Roverman)....

His GT won a gong recently at Wetherby.

Philip I totally agree with you, plus I got Chauffeured to Wetherby and back (many thanks for that Tim).
I can therefore endorse of the superb smooth ride of this fine example MK 1 GT that Tim has got !







Tim, are you going to contact Ian for 'Classic Car Weekly' ? It can only add value and prestige for your MK1 GT

[Tim Leech]

Email sent!

[Dollywobbler]

Email replied

Cheers Tim. Looks a stunner and just what we're after.

[Tim Leech]

Photoshoot all set for this monday coming

[Philip Chidlow]

Good publicity for the BX. It can only help raise the profile that little bit more. Nice one Tim. The shoot itself would make an interesting subject for a Citroenian feature of course!

BTW Matt H - your valver looks lovely.

[Tim Leech]

Just needs all the flies wiping off her now and to fit the new headlamp so they match!

[Dollywobbler]

Yeah, should be the one.

Matt - thanks for the offer. I adore 16 valves having owned one myself (a bright red one with an ill-fitting bodykit that you may well remember ) but Tim's is exactly what I'm after this time.

[Matt H]

Ian - I remember the red one very well. I was only jokingly offering my car up anyway... What'd be the point in shooting the same car twice?

Hope you have fun on the shoot Tim... The car looks great in all the piccies I've seen.

[BX Bandit]

non genuine fogs and a mk2 bumper!!!! tut tut, what's all that about!? Oh, and illegal number plates too! I thought you'd be a stickler for originality Tim?

[Philip Chidlow]

(Actually they are original fogs for the GT, as is the bumper AFAIK. OK the fogs would've been white on UK spec cars. But you are right about the number plate. It should really be a legal UK one IMO).

[Vanny]

(hey look i can post in brackets too) To be honest, its a very very tidy looking car, i assume its a daily drive category rather than concourse, and who cares about how wrong the fogs are (i mean there too big to be original fitment regardless of color), they add a touch of french chic! Still think Jazz should have won BX of the show at the national 2 years ago!