Rover Metro GTi VVC converted (spares or repair)

Item Features Rover Metro GTi:

Seller notes:

Used : An item that has been previously used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections.

“spares or repair please read description.”

Year:	1991	MOT Expiry:	08/2015
Manufacturer:	Rover	Transmission:	Manual
Model:	Metro	Fuel:	Petrol
Type:	Hatchback	Seats:	2
Doors:	3	Drive Side:	Right-hand drive
Colour:	Grey	Previous Owners:	2
Reg. Date:	01/03/1991	Exterior:	Alloy Wheels, Tuning
Mileage:	47,668	Interior/Comfort Options:	Power Locks, Sunroof

vehicle description:

1991 Rover Metro GTi
After five years of ownership the time has come to sell my rather unique Metro; it has an undiagnosed engine fault among other things and isn"t running at the moment; I simply lack the time and money to give it the attention it deserves. I"m selling it for spares & repairs but it would be a good project for someone who has the time and expertise; even if the engine is a write-off you can get a new VVC engine for about £300, I also have a spare VVC cylinder head included in the sale. The conversion was done professionally by Talon Sportscars and this is the first mechanical issue it"s had in four and a half years. When running it is an enormously fun track/road car.
47,668 miles
MOT expired 27/08/2015
Two previous owners
Spec
Complete engine conversion carried out by Talon Sportscars (receipts for £3500)
1999 MGF 1796cc VVC engine
Lightweight flywheel
52mm throttle body (from ZR160)
Apollo induction Kit
Talon cat back exhaust (w/decat)
Talon 2 Core high capacity radiator
PG1 Gearbox (C4 gearset)
Quaife torque biasing limited slip differential
Lowered & Individualised Hydragas suspension
Polybushed all round
Black Diamond grooved & drilled front discs on front/ drums rear
Mintex 1144 fast road pads
Goodridge Braided brake line kit
MG ZR Monaco half leather seats (extremely comfortable)
Stripped out rear
Momo steering wheel
Talon fibreglass bonnet (lightweight 2.9kg)
Compomotive CXR 13x6 alloy wheels (Anthracite)
Nankang (175/50/13) (lots of tread left)
Bad Points
Undiagnosed engine fault; non-starter
Hole in radiator
Very slight oil leak
Rust problems on rear arches, doors
Two small holes in exhaust
Scratch mark along driver"s side
A few small dents
Slight damage to rear bumper
Comes with complete Samco hose & clip kit
Spare alternator & belt (used)
Spare VVC cylinder head
Any inspection welcome. Winning bidder will have to tow or trailer the car.
Relisted due to time-waster; the winning bidder will have to pay a £50 deposit within an hour of the auction ending.

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