1983 Pininfarina Europa Spider

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Marek wrote:
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OMG, you don't have a Dino too do you Marek??
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WOW! This is outstanding work, you car is going to look fantastic when it's done Marek.
That preparation work would put a Delorian to shame!
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Sweet! Keep it up Marek, looking forward to the end result.

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Phil:Not yet, but maybe thise will be my next car. I couldn't stop my hand to not catch thise masterpiece on photo.
Thank you guys for support. I can't wait to get into my car and drive trought Poland. This will be stunning! As soon as I get next work done I'll add some photos.
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Fit a roll cage, give the thing some stiffness!!

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I forgot to mention during body of my car is in body shop, Guy is doing a great job with the engine.
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We renewed the tachometer dial.
Guy rebuild the engine. I am thinking if the numbers on the scale would be enought?
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You tell us ;-) After all you and Guy know the spec the engine is being build to
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Dear Charles,
My assumption was that the engine generate power not less than 140 HP...........and easily stopped.
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A few new photos.
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Tacho - you will not need the yellow and red colors!

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Guy,

Marek's tacho colors just indicate the level of enjoyment !!!

Make doers not know yet what I know very well .

He will soon become addicted to reving his engine up to 8K and more ...

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I am waiting for a season to share my experience with you.
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End of body and paint work.
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