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PostPosted: Thu Jul 15, 2021 9:00 pm    Post subject: Re: June '68 Manx Period Restoration Reply with quote

It is done!! Got the finishing touch (the top) on it and went for a spin. The kids love it.

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I also tested out my "show wheels". A pair of Manx bell shaped wheels with NOS Gates for the rear. They look so good!

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PostPosted: Thu Jul 15, 2021 9:15 pm    Post subject: Re: June '68 Manx Period Restoration Reply with quote

Looks amazing, gives me hope that I will finish mine one day (or at least start lol).
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2021 5:13 am    Post subject: Re: June '68 Manx Period Restoration Reply with quote

Great looking car! I love the subtle period correct details.
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PostPosted: Sun Jul 18, 2021 6:40 pm    Post subject: Re: June '68 Manx Period Restoration Reply with quote

Did some polishing today and took it for a drive. Runs like a champ and the Manxpower actually does pretty well for its size!

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PostPosted: Mon Jul 19, 2021 9:05 am    Post subject: Re: June '68 Manx Period Restoration Reply with quote

Hi Caleb, Congrats on another great build the pictures with the kids is priceless you nailed it again love your attention to detail. Very Happy
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PostPosted: Mon Jul 19, 2021 4:15 pm    Post subject: Re: June '68 Manx Period Restoration Reply with quote

That right there is as classy a Buggy as I have ever seen! I cannot think of one way to improve on it, you nailed it right down to the engine.
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PostPosted: Sat Jul 31, 2021 8:24 pm    Post subject: Re: June '68 Manx Period Restoration Reply with quote

Thanks guys! I really appreciate it!!
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PostPosted: Tue Aug 31, 2021 8:49 pm    Post subject: Re: June '68 Manx Period Restoration Reply with quote

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1965-meyers-manx-4/
You did a great job on this one, kinda hate to see you let it go. But I totally understand somethings are more important. I hope it brings top dollar, you deserve it.
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PostPosted: Wed Sep 01, 2021 4:54 am    Post subject: Re: June '68 Manx Period Restoration Reply with quote

What? He's selling it?!!!
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PostPosted: Wed Sep 01, 2021 6:23 am    Post subject: Re: June '68 Manx Period Restoration Reply with quote

The add says for family reasons, totally understand. I hope he gets top dollar, he did a great job on it.
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PostPosted: Fri Sep 03, 2021 5:59 pm    Post subject: Re: June '68 Manx Period Restoration Reply with quote

Anyone with a real original Manx has to be considering selling right now, the market is crazy. It’s at 40k with 6 bids, 3 days to go. I have seen tons of original Manx body cars of all styles selling 28-50k on BAT recently.

I’ve been considering listing mine but I am still enjoying driving it around
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PostPosted: Fri Sep 03, 2021 6:19 pm    Post subject: Re: June '68 Manx Period Restoration Reply with quote

To me calebmelvin's is way better than all the ones I've seen on there lately in my opinion. Hope you get top dollar calebmelvin , will be watching with great interest.
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PostPosted: Fri Sep 17, 2021 10:25 am    Post subject: Re: June '68 Manx Period Restoration Reply with quote

49.5k

Incredible.
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