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Just a quick heads up to our fellow member @Rednop1. After thinking for quite a while, in May I've pulled the plug and messaged Ash to order a carbon bonnet and nose. It was a difficult request for him, as the lot needed to be shipped over to Italy, and I can tell you, it's not easy to ship such large parts outside the UK post-Brexit. He kindly agreed, and two days ago those beauties showed up at my house: They were packed like nothing else I've ever bought, could have been around the world a few times without getting a single scratch. He even messaged me a couple of months ago about my bonnet which was ready, however it showed a small imperfection, and he offered me a discount or to redo the part if I wasn't in a hurry. Top guy, top parts and top service. Couldn't ask for more.

Exactly what I was just thinking. This place I'm sure could be a very useful resource for them from time to time.

You've got a Peugeot!! I've no idea what the others are 😂

There was a supercharged, track prepped but road legal MX5 for sale at auction recently. I have to say it looked fab and the spec was amazing. I would say it could have been the most perfect combo of daily drive, weekend open-top toy and track day fun all in one package that I've seen in a very long time, maybe ever! Update: found it. £16k I think that's a good deal https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/auction/19342801

A bit nippy today!

Thank for the heads-up about Zen Graphics. I've just ordered some of these for my wheels also. Plus some of their other decals, for my Alpine, Lambo and Peugeot. What a useful website that is!

It’s all part of the raw driving experience for me. If you want comfort and a quiet relaxed drive stick with a tin top. I still get excited every time I get the westfield out. Iam about to go aero screen and full cage after 16,000 miles/ 4 years of screen/doors which was only ever really comfortable wind wise with the doors on. Only reason for the cage, a bit more side protection in the event of an accident and front protection if I did hit a deer or something on an early morning blat. The reason for the aero screen, better visibility as the screen/side door windows gets misty and dirty and I struggle to see with the sun glare at times.

I look over the top of the wrap-around screen on my XI but I always wear goggles and a beanie/ flying helmet. I can get pebble-dashed with sand if following a tipper lorry, and the cockpit collects leaves on country lanes. Tbh, other drivers give me a wide berth and show much more respect than when I'm in my tin-top. The main concern is when some drivers just don't see me at all, but driving defensively is the order of the day when there's other vehicles about.

You're worried about something that doesn't exist. An aeroscreen maybe bugs and stones and you'll need minimum eye protection from proper safety glasses. My crash helmet has been hit a couple of times by tiny stones usually off motorcycles in front Riding on the centre of the lane where stones collect. Half doors are really good. They stop the wind almost fully. Without them over 50mph and the air swirls off a screen and sucks air from your nose.. Not nice Fitting half doors stops the huge air arriving under your arm and going up over your face.

Excellent to see Westfield chesil on the wscc forum .

I'm tall (6 foot 4) and so can see over the top of the windscreen... not been hit by anything yet. Have doors but only use the passenger one when taking my son out (is SEN so doors keep fingers away from road/exhaust pipe). Have wind deflectors but there's still loads of turbulence but that's part of the experience. On a nice day, cruising along resting your right arm on the rear arch... there's nothing else like it.... is a tiny car but the feeling of space in that situation is fantastic. I do wear glasses (secured with strap) when driving (have to) but they do help keep dust etc out of your eyes. Have been looking at prescription goggles but not gone there yet. May need them more when I get the XI finished.

Hi Ian, The lamps all meet IVA requirements (built in reflectors). We used the exact same set when our demo Se.Na model went through IVA Thanks

Selling due to an upgrade to Siltech Superwide front suspension, upright and hub setup. Parts are still on the car but can be removed relatively quickly for sale. Westfield Widetrack Wisbones inc Powerlex Bushes and Ball Joints - Invoice for Sept 2018 Westfield longer brake hoses Steering arm extensions Hispec Aluminium Uprights - Invoice for Nov 2018 Hispec Extra-light Hubs - Invoice for Nov 2017 Westfield cycle wing brackets Wilwood Powerlite Calipers - Invoice for Jan 2019 Ferodo DS UNO pads - New and only bed in - Sept 2025 265mm drilled and grooved discs Westfield speed sensor bracket Race Technology Wheel speed sensor I will supply all invoices for the parts as noted above and in the photos for your car’s history file. £1300.00 Ono. Collection preferred but I can stick on a pallet for delivery at buyers expense. I can add more photos once the parts are off the car or take specific photos as requested.

As an existing member of the above team, for quite a few years, I'm happy to discuss what's expected with any candidates interested. You can do as much or as little as you like and for example in preparation for the Malvern event, it will be 3-4 Teams calls of around 1 hour duration each. Drop me a PM and we can have a chat at a time to suit us both.

Thanks for correcting, me! I'd clearly missed that!

This kit is IVA compliant. Ian the above is in the Westfeld description

📣 Supporting our Show & Events Organiser, @Martin Aldred - Shows & Events Coordinator As we continue building towards an exciting year of national events and our 40th Anniversary celebrations, we’re looking to add to the Shows & Events team within Westfield Sports Car Club. This team. Under the direction of our Show & Events Organiser, Martin Aldred, will help to shape the direction of key events, assist with planning, and bring passion and enthusiasm to everything we deliver for our members. Whether it’s: Supporting the setup and running of major events Helping coordinate club presence at shows Bringing creative ideas to improve member experience Or simply offering a bit of practical help where needed …your time and energy will make a real difference. If you feel you could contribute, big or small. Please contact Martin @Martin Aldred - Shows & Events Coordinatordirectly to express your interest. Let’s make our upcoming events the best they’ve ever been. Thank you for your continued support of the club. Hedley Bennett Club Chairman Westfield Sports Car Club

I've never been hit by anything sitting behind the screen but I do nonetheless tend to wear a pair of photochromic sunglasses. I have been splashed going through puddles though.

I have an MX5 and a Westie. My wife loves the MX5 but can't be persuaded to even sit in the Westie these days, so I'd say you're right to give it all good consideration. The MX5 is a brilliant car and solves all the daily problems of a 7, it just doesn't have the raw excitement, but wins in so many other ways that I love both.

Have a great day @BobMet 🎂🍺

When I bought my car (flat floors and standard height windscreen) the top of the screen definitely obscured my vision. I subsequently changed my windscreen to a tall variant and recently changed my seats to Tillet Carbon seats that sit lower. Maybe if I’d changed the seats first I could’ve kept the standard screen. Either way the screen isn’t an issue now. FYI I am 6ft tall with a 32” leg. I originally had a set of doors with mine, with them fitted I never had anything enter the cockpit, not even a stone. My mate has an aero screened car and got hit by a stone in the face, he probably should’ve had a helmet on! My advice is to get along to your local meet (might be tad difficult at this time of year) and grab a ride in the passenger seat of a few cars of different configurations. That way you’ll get a feel for how you feel in the car. You are sat very low, in a small car with zero safety features - you can feel very exposed particularly on the motorways near lorries, I avoid motorways whenever possible.

Not sure if i understand, but if concern of bits getting in cockpit is an issue - do not think of KitKar. There are more safety derived issues in kitkars . A lot more.

Think it was September or end of August, I’m based in Manchester

@Steve72 I have been driving a Westfield with a screen for 25 years now and nothing has ever hit me. Wind deflectors do make it a lot more comfortable though

Hi @Steve72 - welcome! I can’t really advise you regarding the risks, as everyone has their own tolerance levels and yours may differ to mine. I can tell you that in nearly 5 years of road driving in a Westfield that I’ve never had anything enter the cockpit. We have quite a lot of deer round here and I do sometimes worry about hitting one so have considered a full roll cage to mitigate the risk; That does come with restrictions though, mainly that it makes fitting side doors much more difficult (though not impossible) and my partner will only go in the car with the doors attached! With regards to the windscreen height, you can get lowered floors and taller screens etc. Many people also run without a windscreen and opt to wear a helmet. As said previously - everyone has their own tolerance to risk Not the ideal time of year for test drives, but if you can let us know where you’re based then I’m sure someone will be happy to let you sit in their car or take you out for a ride - weather permitting!