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  1. Countach88.5

    Countach88.5 Karting

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    #23051 Countach88.5, Nov 23, 2016
    Ive always wanted more info on this ever since seeing some grainy shots (in CAR magazine 1987?), I believe that two were made but no idea of what differences (other than exterior) were made or the effects they had, would hope that this "ultimate" countach gained an aerodynamic advantage, even if the cooling gains were minimal.
    wonder if it was ever pushed (Valentino?)
    I believe the roof was wider, allowing a larger window opening, and the side vents were thermostatically controlled?
    If only I lived in Japan......
     
  2. Robert W

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  3. SamuliS

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    #23053 SamuliS, Nov 28, 2016
    Hi
    I have no affiliations, but just in case if anyone is interested.
    There is Alpine CM630 for sale in local pages. Asking for 750€

    "Everything works, tidy, no scratches or bits missing, but of course not new. Part exchange 80's cassette player, Alpine Sparcomatic, Nakamichi"

    Cheers
     
  4. joe sackey

    joe sackey Five Time F1 World Champ

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    #23054 joe sackey, Nov 28, 2016
    That's LP500S ZA9C00500ELA12675.

    Looks good cruising London town against a backdrop of black cabs and a red bus!
     
  5. joe sackey

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    #23055 joe sackey, Nov 29, 2016
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  6. randomlambo

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    #23056 randomlambo, Nov 29, 2016
    On the topic of the Countach wheels - are they magnesium and what would be a good cleaner for the baked on brake dust but which would not affect the finish or react with the metal?
     
  7. joe sackey

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    #23057 joe sackey, Nov 29, 2016
    Depends on the variant of Countach, are yours Campagnolos or Ozzetas?
     
  8. randomlambo

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    #23058 randomlambo, Nov 29, 2016

    Campagnolos original on early S2 with the smooth faces not the telephone dials.
     
  9. ken qv

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    #23059 ken qv, Nov 29, 2016
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  10. joe sackey

    joe sackey Five Time F1 World Champ

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    #23060 joe sackey, Nov 29, 2016
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    Those would be magnesium, and the real issue you'll have is that the original paint is thin, it might even be lacquer so you are in danger of literally stripping it off if your cleaning application is too aggressive.

    The Campagnolo stickers should be within the dished face and not on the lip where the OZ stickers were later applied.
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  11. Edward 96GTS

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    #23061 Edward 96GTS, Nov 29, 2016
    ^ agree wrt thin paint. restorers tend to be overly generous when painting components in general. this often reults in a loss of detail.
     
  12. joe sackey

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    #23062 joe sackey, Nov 30, 2016
    I see this in the USA mostly.

    But it doesn't have to be that way, ergo the expression Sympathetic Restoration.
     
  13. GraemeS

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    #23063 GraemeS, Nov 30, 2016
  14. Spyder-Man

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    #23064 Spyder-Man, Dec 2, 2016
    Good resource. Lots of nice shots of recent cars that have been up for sale and or across the auction block.
     
  15. randomlambo

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    #23065 randomlambo, Dec 2, 2016
    This site disappeared, did we all hammer it too much or is it just me?
     
  16. EarlyCat

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    #23066 EarlyCat, Dec 2, 2016
    The site seems to be working at the moment.
     
  17. em42

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    #23067 em42, Dec 4, 2016
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  19. Spyder-Man

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    #23069 Spyder-Man, Dec 4, 2016
    Radio? Radio V12 I hope ;-)

    Your car is stunning. Love the colour

    R
     
  20. em42

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    #23070 em42, Dec 4, 2016
    Thanks a lot! Love it too!
    Indeed it is a little bit useless, however, it is original equipment. This is why it is back in the car.
     
  21. joe sackey

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    #23071 joe sackey, Dec 5, 2016
    That's my attitude also.

    I don't think Mimran's special Alpine package will ever get used by me, but its in there and it works, in case someone asks for a demonstration!
     
  22. Countach88.5

    Countach88.5 Karting

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    #23072 Countach88.5, Dec 6, 2016
    I had to purchase a wheel a while back, but there is a slight difference in caliper clearance and colour, Is there a way of working out which wheel it is?
    im guessing the mag wheels are lighter, but how much?
     
  23. em42

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    #23073 em42, Dec 6, 2016
    Actually I was surprised by the good quality of the Alpine radio. Much better than I thought. Even though I won't use it that much!

    By the way, would be great to have some more pictures of the whole special Alpine package and why not a small video of it working!
     
  24. joe sackey

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    #23074 joe sackey, Dec 6, 2016
    Mag wheels would be lighter.

    What is the year of the wheel, and does it indicate on backside if its Campagnolo or Ozzetta?
     
  25. joe sackey

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    #23075 joe sackey, Dec 6, 2016
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    My restorer sent me video of it working blaring out Huey Lewis and the News's The Power of Love circa 1986! :eek:

    I will take some pics and do a proper video but it's pointless operating that system anytime other than when the car is at standstill with the engine off because of the Supersport exhaust.
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