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  1. forza_lamborghini

    forza_lamborghini Karting

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  2. alberto

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    #6002 alberto, Apr 5, 2009
    Thanks for posting these pics. Was this after it was auctioned (I cannot recall the year it was put up for auction).
     
  3. Jota 5084

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    #6003 Jota 5084, Apr 5, 2009
    Funny, a little trip to the US and the back to Switzerland with a new colour.
     
  4. raymondQV

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    #6004 raymondQV, Apr 5, 2009
    Well, that was an expensive paint job :)
    Honest, the work performed by Bobileff is superb, unfortunately the car got some chip during transport, one rim is damaged and on the front lid as well.

    I'll just write the former swiss owner that his car is back.
     
  5. joe sackey

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    #6005 joe sackey, Apr 5, 2009
    I discovered his car in a private garage in New Jersey in 2002. I then arranged for it to be auctioned off at the Rockerfeller Center auction put on by Christies the following year... the interior trim remains exactly as the car was found.
     
  6. joe sackey

    joe sackey Five Time F1 World Champ

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  7. joe sackey

    joe sackey Five Time F1 World Champ

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    #6007 joe sackey, Apr 6, 2009
    Raymond:

    The USA owner chose to have a company on the east coast do the paint and interior. Bobileff only serviced the car.

    Best,
    Joe
     
  8. raymondQV

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    #6008 raymondQV, Apr 6, 2009
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    Did Gary fix the synchro of the second gear?
    Paint is still very nice although not done by Bobileff.

    Emilio S. called me last evening after I sent him a picture, do you know what the car was sold for ? -> PN or email.
     
  9. wbaeumer

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  10. joe sackey

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    #6010 joe sackey, Apr 6, 2009
    Walter you're kidding right?

    It a nice car in general, but chassis and under-body finished in gloss rather than satin, incorrect rear wheels, non-matching front-to-rear tires etc etc...
     
  11. joe sackey

    joe sackey Five Time F1 World Champ

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    #6011 joe sackey, Apr 6, 2009
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    Raymond:

    No I was not aware there was a 2nd gear synchro problem, and I should point out that Miuras have notoriously recalcitrant 'boxes until fully warmed, most especially a split-sump Miura. So maybe the 2nd gear resistance you encountered was simply a split-sump cold 'box characteristic that you are not used to. Thats the trouble with you Countach guys, you have such high standards :)

    I sold the car in January 2009 and the terms of the sale are confidential. Perhaps the buyer can shed light.
     
  12. raymondQV

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    #6012 raymondQV, Apr 6, 2009
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    No problem Joe, I fully understand...

    In my cars (Jalpa and Countach) you can shift 1->2 even cold without problem, let the gearbox get used to it by rpm adjustment by throttle and it will work. My QV's synchros look like new after 52t km.
     
  13. joe sackey

    joe sackey Five Time F1 World Champ

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    #6014 roytoy2003, Apr 6, 2009
    Enjoyed it the short time I had it, made a few bucks on it as well...then off to several other owners prior to where ever it is now..?
     
  15. Joe Lima

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    #6015 Joe Lima, Apr 6, 2009
    Well i see 5080 also ;-)
    Nice Car

    4455 is in a beautiful condition, but the owner want a fantasy price for that car.

    Regards
    Dario
     
  16. MiuraP400

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    #6016 MiuraP400, Apr 6, 2009
     
  17. prototypefan

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    #6017 prototypefan, Apr 6, 2009
    Kidston's lists the Roadster as sold. Any idea where it went?
     
  18. joe sackey

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    #6018 joe sackey, Apr 7, 2009
    I think its because you know how to operate it!
     
  19. red43

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    #6019 red43, Apr 7, 2009
    Hi Joe,
    This was a great question! Looks like you have found one that left everyone looking...such a great piece. If the were abouts are unknown, does anyone have other vintage pictures of the buck? I'm really looking forward to seeing you with the proto chassis at Pebble!

    P.S. I'm really enjoying your Miura book- thanks for publishing it!
     
  20. joe sackey

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    #6020 joe sackey, Apr 7, 2009
    Thanks very much...
     
  21. wbaeumer

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    #6021 wbaeumer, Apr 7, 2009
    Joe,
    OK, the wheels are not correct - but perhaps my photo doesn`t show that the chassis & under body are in satin. The paint job on this car is exceptional.

    Ciao!
    Walter
     
  22. Teenferrarifan

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    #6022 Teenferrarifan, Apr 7, 2009
    +1?
    Erik
     
  23. joe sackey

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  25. MiuraP400

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    #6025 MiuraP400, Apr 7, 2009
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    Thanks Joe, that was a great get together. Perfect weather, great location... These cars are a blast, getting there was more than half the fun. Couple more photos from the event can be found here http://www.desert-motors.com/cpg/thumbnails.php?album=209&page=1

    When to a muscle car party last weekend and met a great bunch of guys. Photos are on this link. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/showflat.php/Cat/0/Number/396272/page/0/fpart/1/vc/1

    I liked this shot... reflections of a Miura.

    Cheers Jim
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