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Countach #12562 re-paint and refresh thread

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  1. Redlambo

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    #301 Redlambo, Dec 11, 2014
    I tend to agree as I believe Lamborghini used what was on hand at the time for the most part, never thinking that people would question things some 30+ years latter.
    I just figured I would float the question out there in case I was missing something.
    All said and done your car is spectacular Michael, congratulations on a great restoration. Sincerely Vic
     
  2. islandguy

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    #302 islandguy, Dec 11, 2014
    Side Draft motors are by far the most beautiful in a CT, gorgeous.
     
  3. Michael Call

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    #303 Michael Call, Dec 11, 2014
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    I think it would be VERY difficult to set up a side draft car with a hand held flowmeter, as there is not enough space for one on the carbs towards the front of the engine bay. Yes, I know this is the "back" of the engine, as the Countach engine faces backwards; so (PLEASE) can we all refrain from a semantic argument about which end is the front or back...

    The 12 tube manometer is ideal, as it allows you to sync all 12 throats simultaneously. This is also the factory recommended method.
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  4. Michael Call

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    #306 Kevin2772, Dec 15, 2014
    Beautiful Countach!

    And beautifull 288GTO Evo!
     
  7. EMILIO

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    #307 EMILIO, Dec 15, 2014
    Not a 288. That is a 308
     
  8. Michael Call

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    #309 Spyder-Man, Dec 31, 2014
    Stunning!!!

    Are you keeping the car Michael or will it be sold?

    Best
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    #310 EarlyCat, Dec 31, 2014
    Did you custom make the carpet?
     
  11. Michael Call

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    #311 Michael Call, Dec 31, 2014
    Yes. We sourced the original materials, and made new carpets patterned after the originals.
     
  12. Michael Call

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    #312 Michael Call, Dec 31, 2014
    Having as many Countachs as I do at the moment, and an "offer I can't refuse" on the table; this one will be going to a very loving new home. It will be tough to let go after all that has gone into this one...
     
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    #313 rmolke85, Dec 31, 2014
    Impressive nice job!!
     
  14. Michael Call

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    #314 Michael Call, Dec 31, 2014
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    #315 Spyder-Man, Dec 31, 2014
    indeed! very tough to see her go. But all credit to you and the team for the work that's been put into her.
     
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    #316 GuyIncognito, Dec 31, 2014
    gorgeous! white/red is my favorite combo for a Countach.
     
  17. PineChris

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    #317 PineChris, Dec 31, 2014
    Did you have the interior redone as well?
     
  18. Michael Call

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    #318 Michael Call, Dec 31, 2014
    We only replaced the carpets and window felt. The dash was shrinkage free, and the original leather upholstery was in great shape. While all of the upholstery was out of the car, we just gave it a very thorough cleaning. It's not just the photos... Everyone who saw the car before we started and has seen the result swears we re upholstered the car.
     
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    #319 f360nh, Dec 31, 2014
    Michael what kind of hours (ballpark) went in to all this work you've shown here?
     
  20. Michael Call

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    #320 Michael Call, Dec 31, 2014
    Excellent question. While I didn't track the exact number of hours I spent, This project did consume at least a few hundred hours of my "spare time" over the past year. I would have to look at how much time the body shop billed me for, but I think I paid for approximately 500 hours of their time; if my memory serves me correctly. I think it would be reasonable to budget for 800-1,000 hours to completely refurbish a Countach.
     
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    #321 joe sackey, Jan 1, 2015
    Michael,

    Fantastic to see someone put the $ into 12562, especially for me as I owned this car for a 2-year period in the 90s and did a couple thousand miles in her. As Countachs get older they need this kind of TLC.

    A couple questions:

    - Any rationale for having multiples of the same variant?

    - Do the cars belong to the same gentleman who formerly owned the GTO Evo?

    Happy New Year to all for 2015!
     
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    #322 jollygood, Jan 1, 2015

    Looking good.
    Did you source the original materials from Italy?
     
  23. Michael Call

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    #323 Michael Call, Jan 1, 2015
    I was able to source the exact carpet stateside. I re-used the original heel pad that was as new. Now I have discovered that you can now buy complete ready made carpet sets from the original supplier (through Emilio). I chose to go the latter route for the restoration that I am doing on 12557, as there is no cost savings to do it yourself.
     
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    #324 triple-x, Jan 2, 2015
    Hi Michael, Happy New Year!

    Where did you get the felt carpet material that is in the rear panel of the trunk?
     
  25. Michael Call

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    #325 Michael Call, Jan 2, 2015
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    I'm not sure. My upholstery whiz found it.
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