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by B. Swankie
Fri Dec 11, 2020 10:35
Forum: General
Topic: Newbie
Replies: 22
Views: 6124

Re: Newbie

Hi All, yes the SA is still for sale!
Cheers, Brian S.
by B. Swankie
Mon Nov 23, 2020 13:26
Forum: Wanted
Topic: WANTED - Lotus Excel
Replies: 28
Views: 7983

Re: WANTED - Lotus Excel

Hi Nigel, could you give me a call on 07759940824 to discuss the car I have for sale.
Thanks , Brian Swankie.
by B. Swankie
Sat Nov 21, 2020 12:20
Forum: Wanted
Topic: WANTED - Lotus Excel
Replies: 28
Views: 7983

Re: WANTED - Lotus Excel

Hi there, I can see that you are not keen on an SA car, but have you driven one? it might just surprise you how nice a drive it is! and the good bit is I have a restored one for sale that has had a fortune spent on it. If you are at all interested I can let you know what has been done to the car and...
by B. Swankie
Tue Aug 25, 2020 08:45
Forum: For Sale
Topic: post 89 bumper/ bonnet / bootlid+spoiler
Replies: 2
Views: 1469

Re: post 89 bumper/ bonnet / bootlid+spoiler

They are a dark grey/ blue colour.
by B. Swankie
Tue Aug 18, 2020 08:54
Forum: For Sale
Topic: post 89 bumper/ bonnet / bootlid+spoiler
Replies: 2
Views: 1469

post 89 bumper/ bonnet / bootlid+spoiler

I am selling a post 1989 front bumper, bonnet, bootlid + spoiler for a friend of mine that are surplus to requirements. He is asking for £400 for the lot plus shipping. If there are interested parties out there please get in touch 07759940824 or pm me thanks Brian S.
by B. Swankie
Tue Jun 09, 2020 09:49
Forum: Wanted
Topic: Late Excel wanted
Replies: 6
Views: 3052

Re: Late Excel wanted

Hi Phil, would you consider a pristine restored SA?
Cheers, Brian Swankie.
by B. Swankie
Wed Sep 25, 2019 08:26
Forum: Spotted/New Owners
Topic: New member Fife
Replies: 8
Views: 2614

Re: New member Fife

Hi Ken, greetings from Mr. Swankie, I am up in Anstruther and have been restoring Excels for the past 10 years, if you have any queries or questions about your car, or if you just want a blether feel free to get in touch! mobile is best 07759940824
Cheers, Brian Swankie.
by B. Swankie
Wed Apr 24, 2019 15:56
Forum: For Sale
Topic: For Sale
Replies: 0
Views: 1509

For Sale

C reg silver SE Excel for sale, bodywork in good condition apart from scuffs on lower drivers door and rear bumper, retrimmed burgundy interior in good condition. Car has been dry stored in shed for the last 8 or 9 years and was put off the road for a leaking power steering rack and has not been run...
by B. Swankie
Sat Nov 11, 2017 14:48
Forum: For Sale
Topic: First production Excel
Replies: 0
Views: 895

First production Excel

Runs, but needs restoration. Complete car in need of TLC and a very good home. Lotus history confirms its status and will be provided with the car. Can deliver. £5500 or very near offer. Can be seen at the NEC until 5:30 on Sunday. https://73mfdg-db3pap001.files.1drv.com/y4mE0iKpJYor19CSGtydM9hlOi48...
by B. Swankie
Fri Sep 01, 2017 13:49
Forum: Electrics and Electronics
Topic: Window lift switch
Replies: 4
Views: 1649

Re: Window lift switch

Hi Bill, I am sure I will have something in the workshop if you can't get one elsewhere, give me a call if I can help.
Cheers Brian S.
by B. Swankie
Mon May 01, 2017 08:49
Forum: General
Topic: 1st lotus excel?
Replies: 10
Views: 2499

Re: 1st lotus excel?

Hi there, I sold the first prototype Excel chassis no. 1144 at the classic car show in November 2015, and during various communications with Lotus HQ before the sale it transpired that there were 5 prototype cars built, with chassis no 1148 being the last one. I currently own chassis no 1149 which L...
by B. Swankie
Thu Apr 06, 2017 14:10
Forum: Wanted
Topic: HC CAM BOX
Replies: 0
Views: 743

HC CAM BOX

Does anyone out there have a good second hand HC cam box ? I need one to finish an engine rebuild and I am stuck until I get one, there is cash awaiting if any of you can help, thanks in anticipation!
Cheers, Brian Swankie.
by B. Swankie
Tue Jan 31, 2017 09:23
Forum: Spotted/New Owners
Topic: New Excel owner
Replies: 6
Views: 1922

Re: New Excel owner

Hi Andy, it's good to see another one of these fine cars north of the border, if I can be of any help whatsoever with your project please get in touch as have restored quite a few cars now, and I can probably steer you in the right direction for finding the parts and any info you may require to comp...
by B. Swankie
Tue Jan 31, 2017 09:07
Forum: General
Topic: Ollie Winterbottom's book
Replies: 93
Views: 16932

Re: Ollie Winterbottom's book

18. signed copy if possible for me!
Thanks, Brian Swankie.
by B. Swankie
Tue Oct 11, 2016 08:42
Forum: Spotted/New Owners
Topic: New member
Replies: 7
Views: 1962

Re: New member

Hi Tam, Welcome to the madhouse, it is good to hear of an other Excel north of the border!! I can probably help with the parts that you need as I have "a few " Excels (you can never have too many). I am located in Fife and have a workshop full of classic Lotuses where you are more than welcome to co...