S7uyj Posted April 12, 2019 Share Posted April 12, 2019 Hello all. I'm currently doing my research into what I want, and how this whole thing works. I've been waiting years to get one and I've now decided it's time! I'm thinking I ideally want something clean and a decent base for future upgrades. I really want zetec/duratec but I dont think my budget will stretch at this point. Happy with a part built though as I'm more than capable of building. Time is the only issue for me. I welcome any advice from anyone! Thank you stu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Eastwood (Gadgetman) - Club Chairman Posted April 12, 2019 Share Posted April 12, 2019 Welcome Stu, it's a good time of the year to be looking as cars start to appear from hibernation! Values have risen over the last few years, so i appreciate your dilemma. Building often takes longer, (sometimes much longer) than expected, so bear it in mind if time is an issue. There have been some really good cars for sale over the last few weeks, so just keep an eye on the relevant sections, worth trying to get along to your nearest meet, to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trevor Little (Trevturtle) - Treasurer Posted April 12, 2019 Share Posted April 12, 2019 Where are you located. The best solution would be to meet local members to see and talk about their westfields. There's always an empty seat on one car on trips out and trackdays, it's worth looking/talking first. Or visit stoneleigh on May day bank holiday weekend and there'll be over a 100 Westfields Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mighty Mart Posted April 12, 2019 Share Posted April 12, 2019 Hi Stu, Brilliant advice above. Don't be too perturbed if the budget is on the low side - there are some cracking cars on here for sale at times, cheaper IMHO than on piston heads etc. A good few members on here would rather see their cars go to good homes than try and get top dollar... This is a very good club and joining it will be a good investment that pays for itself numerous times over... Good luck in your quest. Mart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
si_salisbury Posted April 12, 2019 Share Posted April 12, 2019 Hi stu I was in the same boat as you last year unsure what engine to go with, this is the best place to get info to help you choosing a car. I went to the kit car show and seen about every type/choice you can get. Depending where you are, if you’re local to me I can take you out in my car. simon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Banks Posted April 12, 2019 Share Posted April 12, 2019 Can't add to the above, local area meets and Stoneleigh are your best places to start the search right now and as ever (hard though it can be) head over heart. Good luck and hope you get what you want soon... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S7uyj Posted April 13, 2019 Author Share Posted April 13, 2019 Thank you all so much for your advice. I'm lucky enough that I have already arranged to go on a local meet with a member from here! @si_salisburyI live in glossop,near Manchester. Regularly travel up and down to oxford though so hopefully I will be local to someone! @Andy Banks - Chairman fingers crossed I will be at stoneleigh! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Taylor Posted April 13, 2019 Share Posted April 13, 2019 from sunny Scotland, I can’t add to what’s already said but good luck with your search Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoffrey Carter (Buttercup) Posted April 13, 2019 Share Posted April 13, 2019 from Scarborough and good luck in your search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin (Mr T) Posted April 13, 2019 Share Posted April 13, 2019 from Essex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Parker (Red Spider) - Yorkshire AO Posted April 13, 2019 Share Posted April 13, 2019 Hello from Yorkshire, if you're in Glossop, then you're not too far away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingster Posted April 13, 2019 Share Posted April 13, 2019 Welcome - fab roads around Glossop, ideal for a Westy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Eastwood (Gadgetman) - Club Chairman Posted April 13, 2019 Share Posted April 13, 2019 Brilliant, you’re right in the centre of lots of areas in Glossop, and on the door step of fantastic roads, you’ve got Yorkshire area to the North East of you, Manchester to the West, and Cheshire and the Peak District areas to the South West and South, respectively. You'll be most welcome at any and all of the meets, (we’re not one of those exclusive clubs, where you get assigned an area and have to stick to it!) We like to be as inclusive as possible. There will usually be a passenger seat or two spare at most meets, (though it is always worth double checking in advance), and most members will be only to thrilled to give you rides! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Parker (Red Spider) - Yorkshire AO Posted April 13, 2019 Share Posted April 13, 2019 How about joining us for the Carding shed breakfast and garage tour? It's on the 11th of August, full details in the events page. You might have a Westfield by then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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