For more recent Mk1 Forum members or those that missed the original project thread (11 pages), here is a link to the full story and photos of Frank's (The Count) skillful restoration of a very rare surviving Oyler Contessa.
Coachbuilt Oyler Contessa:-
http://mk1-forum.net/viewtopic.php?t=21049
And this thread below is when it was first discovered by Frank and appeared on the Mk1 Forum back in 2015.
1978 Coach-built Clubman Contessa:-
http://mk1-forum.net/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=14209
Mini crashed found on FaceAche
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Re: Mini crashed found on FaceAche
Who cares about spelling.
I’m really sad to hear of your plight Frank, I hope you are bearing up ok under any treatment you may be on. I’ve sent you a message about Blyton and wish you all the best, you’ll be at Blyton we’re COUNTing on it!
I’m really sad to hear of your plight Frank, I hope you are bearing up ok under any treatment you may be on. I’ve sent you a message about Blyton and wish you all the best, you’ll be at Blyton we’re COUNTing on it!
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Re: Mini crashed found on FaceAche
Frank,
It is always great to chat to you & I really enjoy your contributions to the forum. I knew from Rich that all was not well, but hope that you can make the most of life as long as you can.
I look forward to seeing you at Blyton in May.
Very best wishes.
Mark F
It is always great to chat to you & I really enjoy your contributions to the forum. I knew from Rich that all was not well, but hope that you can make the most of life as long as you can.
I look forward to seeing you at Blyton in May.
Very best wishes.
Mark F