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Seeing as you asked so nicely… Some dusky mood lighting (it’s green, honest) and the (not so) oily bits.

A nice photo from the London to Brighton run. The photographer was lying down on the grass verge by the side of the road all day!

Hi all, new member and owner here! After much deliberating and procrastination, I have finally decided to stop all that nonsense and take the plunge into Westfield ownership... with both feet, at the deep end. Someone had to...! I'm now the proud owner of a very pretty Seight in Westfield Racing Green, which comes with some interesting legacy and may well be known to a few members. The 4.6 rover V8 EFI topped with supercharger runs hot and raucous, despite methanol cooling on boost. Delightfully terrifying. The build is superb and the previous owner had it meticulously prepared after 10 years of ownership and personalisation. A couple of small gremlins sorted already and she's back on the road. I will have one or two small things to change in the near term and I may have to swap out the original sports seats for something more accommodating of my 6'4" frame, but for now it's time to enjoy. More to come.

Not to be out done by @Stuart Davis AO - Devon Cornwall & Somerset I had my own early start this morning. Up at 2am to catch the sunrise at Glencoe. The Bridge of Orchy and Rannoch Moor were particularly stunning, though I don't think the pictures actually do it justice. Home via Castle Stalker, of Monty Python fame. 6hrs round trip and 270mls.

Nice ride from Kent to the New Forest and back today (the scenic route). Mostly A roads except for the last stretch. Spent a few hours buzzing around the Forrest roads in the sun. The traffic was hardly mooooving at times…. Stopped off for breaky in Brockenhurst and called in at Caffeine and Machine on the way home. 413 miles and a sun tan 👍🏼

Good to catch up with the chaps for the Fish & Chip run to Teignmouth this evening. Very different weather to last year when it poured down, and I forgot my cover 🤪

I really fancied a drive out yesterday, and eventually broached the idea of an early morning run with Mrs Stu, with a promise of being back by 9am when the rest of the house would just about be up and about. This received grudging approval, so the alarm went off at 6am, and by the time I had sorted myself and the dog, I headed off at around 6.35. Rough plan had been a 2.5 hour round trip in order to be home on time. I started up and headed off gently without warming the car so as to avoid disturbing the neighbours too much! First leg was down to West Bay, with the obligatory blat through Beaminster tunnel at full chat, then a fuel stop at the Esso in Bridport for some Supreme 99 and a cruise around the harbour. Without a stop, I headed along the coast road towards Abbotsbury, with its spectacular sea views, stopping at the lay-by overlooking Chesil Beach and Portland. Not sure why I look grumpy in the selfie, probably just too early and needing to concentrate to manage to take it properly 🤪! It was a bit damp out, with occasional light drizzle but the R888Rs still seemed to cope very well, plenty of grip though I was taking it fairly easy. From there it was along behind Chesil Beach and onto the Isle of Portland, winding my way uphill through town then down all the way to Portland Bill for a quick stop and leg stretch to take in the views and walk around the lighthouse and touch the obelisk (as it were 😉) Heading North now, it was fairly slow and fiddly up to Dorchester, but then I really enjoyed the stretch to Sherborne via the A352 which is a great drive, one of the best legs on the trip, fast open road with no traffic, perfect Westfield territory. Finally back through Yeovil which is a bit of a grind, but then some nice open sections home. I was back by about 9.15am, in time for breakfast and the rest of the house were just up and about. 87 miles in all, great way to start the day.

@LoneWolf visits the UK (Macclesfield) for work periodically and has attended more Cheshire Area Xmas curries than some local members! He was keen to obtain the WSCC Torch given to members who attended the 2025 Malvern show. As we were visiting Italy this summer on our Peaky Schnitzel Pizza Processing Tour, I offered to collect one from @Marcus Barlow - Show and Events Co-ordinator and deliver to Italy for him. He was planning to take the train up the Dolomites and ride with us for a day. However this didn't happen. He arrived in the UK for a week on Saturday, so I through together an Impromptu Peaky Blat and invited a few local members along to join us. This is as much as I planned and would make up the rest depending on traffic/weather etc. The Peaky game of 'hide and seek' started just before 9am for me. @andyjs and his friend Scott with a 1.6L Sigma powered Caterham got into the Peaks before me and I'd got to collect @LoneWolf from his Hotel first. We drove towards the Cat & Fiddle from Bosley Crossroads and had a good run up. We found Andy and Scott somewhere between Pott Shrigley and Kettleshulme and had a few rounds of all cars turning round and repeatedly passing each other before all 3 cars we pointing in the same direction. After a quick stop and chat, we decided Scott could lead and he took us on a fabulous run round the Peaks. Some new to me roads and some very familiar but amazingly very light traffic considering the great weather. The cars needed a drink in Buxton. Scott uses the same approach as me to Winnat's pass- Crawl at circa 10 miles and hour on the approach and then hopefully have a clear run up. We did! Not so good when we discover Scott's battery is dead (known issue) and he's having to use a USB power bank to jump start it. His idle speed has recently been adjusted leading to it cutting out (any advice @Dave Eastwood (Gadgetman) - Club Chairman I recall you having a similar issue for a while?) All the cars we'd left behind at the start of Winnat's, now sailed past as Scott jumped his car back into life. and again neat to Quackers! We stopped for a drink and some lunch at the Grouse and Claret in Rowsley A 'light' snack for Alessandro @LoneWolf Scott and Andy had to leave at this point. So I treated Alessandro to a trip through Asbo Tunnel on our way back to Macclesfield. 160 great miles covered on a bone dry day!

75 mile blast and back in time for breakfast. Nice quiet roads at 6:30.

Honestly, I was 50:50 about buying, but seeing in the flesh I found the engine an inspired work of art, which convinced me that the craziness was worth it. That, and my 13 yo son behind me saying “do it, do it, do it”!!!!

North east club night + 3 tin tops. Run out over the moors

I did a small grocery run this morning made it way more interesting than using the daily lol

Not been on much since last post. Fixed the initial cut out problem with the wiring but seemed tonight doing it now and again in 3rd when going uphill under full power - will need to check the fuel float again. In other news, got the pro race 1.2s on wrapped in new rainsport 5s, much better. Picked up a C7 RS6 as a new daily last month also. Silly power, have to say though had the Westfield out tonight and just a complete different type of fun!

We (Dorset area plus Somerset, Devon & Cornwall area this year) are having our regular display area representing the WSCC at this show. It is always a great weekend with a large number of vehicles of all typeson display, from steam engines up to modern classics. Organised by the Crashbox and Classic Car Club,the Historic Vehicle Gathering is the largest car show in the South West and one of the largest in the country.

I resent that comment - mine is most definitely a GRP-top 😁 can’t comment on Andy Crow’s new toy though 😎

Front and rear bumpers - designed and built and hopefully will meet the Michigan state requirements

Good to see so many cars out 👍

Yip, not been without one since 2009, trusty steeds that never let you down. However someone seems to have replaced the springs on mine with marshmallows and fitted a steering wheel from a bus, since I last used it. 🤔

Wife's raging though.... we're going to a 60th party and BBQ this afternoon and I'm going to fall asleep 🤣

Beautiful day here at Powderham

As Captain said, prepare and give them your expectations and sound rational. I too have been through the pain with a tin top and did just that, list of cars with similar mileages, specs and ages. they could not really argue too much once the evidence was provided. it may be quite easy with a factory spec Mondeo but as it's potentially difficult to find an exact match for a Westi you may have to provide some higher and lower spec cars and justify where yours sits. You may even be able to talk to people like toy box on the likely price they'd be selling a car of that spec for. good luck

Don't be put off by a Q plate either - it can be so much easier at MOT time regarding emissions... A Red Top will give plenty of options performance wise, feel pretty quick as standard anyhow. Biggest thing IMO to be aware of is how vulnerable you are, especially as the general standard of driving is so poor nowadays. You really need to drive defensively when in traffic - more like being a biker... Payback is in spades though - miles more bang per buck in a seven type car than super cars costing 10-20 as much - at least in smiles per mile. Remember, whilst sat in your seat, you could touch the road surface with your hand. This multiplies the driving experience and makes you feel as though you are going twice as fast as you are...

I love this shot. what headlights are you running here? They look dominator sized but with angel eyes?

Thanks Ian, loved every minute of the run. Best fun I've had in a Westfield so far, waiting for mine to be completed 😆 And thanks @Marcus Barlow - Show and Events Co-ordinator for the torch, really appreciated 👍

Was that intentional?

If the original SVA test still holds, and there’s not much to say otherwise, it looks like a wet weight of 780kg, and evenly split between axles. I do plan on getting the car onto a dyno at some point, just to know what it’s capable of, but advice appreciated and well heeded @Flying Carrot Steve, thanks. The current rubber is starting to age, particularly having been off road for a few years, so even in the heat the back’s a little twitchy. Peak power is one thing, but it’s the getting there… the constant high torque and linear delivery with the blower is something else. Anyway, you can tell I’m pleased with it. over 400 per tonne is probably right, but maybe not too much more. Going from 25 in 3rd to… err… not 25 at 6k rpm last night with the sun setting over the South Downs, in convoy with a group of porkers heading home from the FOS last night was a proper treat.

Great day at kimbolton. Nice to see some newbies in TIm blackmore and julian fryer and we also see a westie fw400. Great day out.

Yeah, I had a convertible TT for a while about 7 years ago, the kit car lads gave me a hard time so I sold it to my brother-in-law, 6'3 and hard as nails, he doesn't get the same problem for some reason 😂

Car looks mental. Any chance of hearing it

A bargain for anyone who just happens to need some right now. Not such good news if you've just laid out £2k on some from WSC though! 😂

Excellent what a way to start the day

agreed!!! However they were good enough to pass the inspection!! Onwards!!

@Martin Hewes AO Surrey can you introduce @AwB to the Surrey crowd

My personal experience with writing off a tin top or two is that the offer might be low. Don't be afraid to reject the offer if it doesn't match your expectations. Reject it politely and firmly, explaining in detail (include evidence of the sale price of other Westfields of similar age and equipment levels) why you think the valuation is too low in your opinion, and tell them to go back and reconsider, then contact you back.

Rescheduled Monthly meet for a natter and a pint, usual venue, The Crown Inn Bridport DT6 4AX from 19.30. Usual informal format, come and go as you

Brilliant and right up my street, can't beat an early start to a run. 👍 I'm having withdrawal symptoms. 😪

👍🏼You have inspired me to do a decent run out one day this week

Good turn out last night-

1600 CVH engine on twin 40 Webers, type 9 sierra 5 speed gearbox and diff. Discs all round with EBC brake pads on front. The car was built (and first registered) in 1998 by Westfield. Full hood and side screens, tonneau cover, lockable boot lid, ducted nose cone. Immobiliser. Also recently had USB socket fitted into cockpit for convenience. The car has done less than 11,500 miles in total. The last MOT was on 12/6/25. I am the third owner and bought the car in 2008 since when it has always been garaged. Serviced by Lotus Seven / Westfield garage specialists and very well maintained. Comes with large file of paperwork including original Westfield bill of sale. Can come with a collection of spares including a set of Team Dynamic 16” in gloss black (I believe they are PRO Race 1.2's) with Toyo R888s with plenty of tread - £500. Also available (for current cvh engine) higher flow head, higher profile cam and adjustable cam pulley. Original steering wheel as in photo - for negotiation / comes with car at right price. Can also come with a Blacktop Zetec engine upgrade project including some of the parts required - exhaust manifold, and (from Westfield) the alternator and engine mounts. Currently stripped down but uprated ARP conrod bolts added and ready for rebuild and installation - for negotiation. If interested also the engine stand, crane and hoist. Reason for Sale - started my own business and don't have spare time, so car just not getting used much - would prefer someone else enjoy it, rather than being locked in garage. Contact David on 07376 920341 or email churchman.david@gmail.com Located Witney, West Oxfordshire

It's a very common problem when I reattached mine I used a trolly jack and a piece of wood, carefully realigned and drilled out the old rivet. As stated before I used penny washers as well to spread the load. It's not surprising the rivets snap really with the load on them.

They are brighter but the light spread isn’t brilliant tbh the beam is quite narrow. I don’t think I’d recommend them for people who use their car at night. No integrated indicator or E markings. I fitted them for the daylight running halos to make driving during the day safer. I don’t really use my car at night.

Well, that was a good call. Out of the six rivets I think that only one was doing anything. On this side they seem totally misaligned. I don't know if the tub moved when they sheared or whether they never lined up. Do I redrill the holes or try to get the tub back into position, I wonder?

Driving into Thornes Park.

They look like Toyos, not Yokohamas! Mind you, nothing wrong with Toyos.

Just back in from the Thornes Park Show. The rain held off, it tried a couple of times but nothing to worry about. Great show with loads of different cars to look at. We managed 9 cars in total.

hi Russell welcome to wscc great choice of colour I run my car very low as well i agree with the boys great build but really need to fill those arches with spaced or wider wheels i run without spacers.

A few different shots cos it does seem the picture angle makes a difference, but here is how mine look. Not an FW I know but visually the arch filling should be about the same on both I'd guess? Of course it's also personal taste to some extent but I love the way mine look. All credit goes to previous owners!

This is where I have mine set, all to accommodate these wonderful Scottish roads!