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Lockie McKinnon
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#1 Post by Lockie McKinnon »

As they always said the devil is in the details.
I am bringing my Car ( 356C) slowly back to its original condition.
I was just wondering in the community how important is
1. The windshield with the correct Sigla Markings.
2. Correct Tires for the period.........( I currently have Kumhos)

Thanks for your input..
Lockie

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Mike Wilson
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#2 Post by Mike Wilson »

I think it depends upon how you intend to use your car, Lockie. If you are going to enjoy driving it, I don't think it matters. If you are looking to show it in a concours or trying to sell it for the highest price, it might make a difference to the judges/perspective buyers.

Mike
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'63 B coupe

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Doug McDonnell
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#3 Post by Doug McDonnell »

Mike is correct. I restored mine for personal use as I am not into showing my car. My windshield was bought from Pilkington for about 1/2 what I would have paid otherwise. And local car shows won't know enough details to take off for wrong Sigla marking or tires. Pilkington owns Sigla England I think. If however you want to win a national Porsche or 356 show then disregard my comments.
1965 356C 2000 BMW 740i Sport 1967 Honda CL77 There is never enough time to do it right, but always enough time to do it over.

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