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Triumph 2000 full repaint
The triumph 2000 was originally brought in to have a tidy up having started to show its age. The odd bit of welding here and there and then painting the repairs white to match the car. That idea however went out the window when it became clear there was more bodywork needed than the owner had anticipated. The silver lining is that the extra work led to the owner taking the decision to give this Triumph 2000 a full repaint in a colour the owner has always wanted. Bright yellow

Kingsley James
Aug 262 min read
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Jaguar XK120 head gasket replacement
The 1950 jaguar xk120 with its sweeping lines, split screen, rear wheel covers and two seats is about as classic as a classic car can be. Although now a 75 year old car these jaguars were built to last. So much so that the engine from this car remained in production from the 1940s right into the 1990s. Being a 3.4 inline 6 cylinder producing around 160 bhp it was also more than capable of keeping up with most of what was on the road until the end of production. Fair to say th

Kingsley James
Aug 94 min read
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Jaguar E type restoration service
Some say the convertible e type is the most beautiful car ever made and that in its day it would go 150mph. That remains to be seen by me and I won’t be testing the theory but one thing is for certain and that is that we finally have an e type in the kjclassics workshop. First job is the oil and oil filter change. The filter on this v12 is located in a nice easy to reach place at the front of the engine. Happy days! Next is the fuel filter change. Another easy to reach servic

Kingsley James
Jul 312 min read
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MGB GT service and body repair
This mg was in for a nice easy service. No major surgery at the KJClassics workshop for a change. MGB GT These mgb gt’s are a great choice for anyone getting into the classic car world. Simple, reliable and capable of keeping up with modern traffic. One of the best for sure. We love having another mgb in the workshop. This time a gt! First the air box’s are removed and new filters are fitted. The dash pots on the carburettors are topped up at the same time. NGK spark plugs Th

Kingsley James
Jun 132 min read
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Humber sceptre weld-a-thon
This Humber is set to be something of a hot rod / dragster when it is finished. Before it gets to that stage however it first needs to be...

Kingsley James
Jun 114 min read
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More holes than a packet of……..VW Polo
Ok so that joke is perhaps a little harsh but when this VW entered the workshop there was one or two holes that needed a dressing to say...

Kingsley James
Mar 153 min read
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A Daim fine XJC
This Daimler xjc came in needing just a basic service and inspection. The standard electrical checks. Filter changes, oil and water...

Kingsley James
Feb 81 min read
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Fast to drive, slow to start.
This rather lovely Porsche 911 Carrera S came to the work shop with the dreaded slow start issue that plagues a lot of Porsches of this...

Kingsley James
Feb 82 min read
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10 standard, standard 10 repairs.
Okay so some of these repairs are not particularly standard but this is a standard 10 and hear are 10 of the repairs I have undertaken on...

Kingsley James
Feb 64 min read
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Renault Rejuvenated
Although this Renault 4 came to the workshop under its own steam it didn’t come without a variety of issues. On the surface it was quite...

Kingsley James
Oct 9, 20244 min read
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Toyota MR2
Toyota MR2 1600 twin cam 1986 1986 Toyota MR2 1600 twin cam. As well as all of the work I'm about to get into here, the MR2 had also had its fair share of work done in its previous ownership. Service stamped up to 66000 miles, after that the history is recorded with invioces only. In 2022 the car was treated to the following. New 3 piece clutch. Clutch master cylinder. (2021) 2 front lower ball joints. 2front shock inserts. Front anti roll bar poly bushes. 4x Goodyear tyres (

Kingsley James
Sep 23, 20238 min read
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Karman Ghia Sold!!
Now up for sale at KJClassics is this 1965 right hand drive 1285cc VW KarmanGhia. Needless to say there aren't many of these floating...

Kingsley James
Sep 23, 20232 min read
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Escort RS2000 Recommission.
Ford Escort RS2000 in for the KJ Classics treatment As a fast Ford man myself, having a genuine RS2000 in the workshop is a dream job....

Kingsley James
Sep 23, 20235 min read
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Another MGB
This MGB came to the workshop with a variety of issues. Poor running, excessively loud as well as areas of bodywork. So wear to begin,...

Kingsley James
Sep 23, 20232 min read
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Frog Eye Sprite
This happy little chap had been sitting in the home garage for quite some time gathering dust and awaiting a miracle with no real...

Kingsley James
Mar 5, 20233 min read
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Jensen Interceptor MK1
This lovely looking mk1 is the 6.3 (383 cubic inch) Chrysler v8 auto model. Sporting nice chrome throughout, new wheels and a nice...

Kingsley James
Mar 5, 20233 min read
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A nice and easy Healey
Ever now and then a classic comes through the workshop that doesn’t need chopping to piece’s. This is one of those cars. Super tidy...

Kingsley James
Dec 7, 20227 min read
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Capri 1600L sold!
New to the KJClassics workshop is this 1981 Ford Capri 1600L. This particular car has been subject to restoration over the last few years...

Kingsley James
Aug 26, 20224 min read
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The Most Loved Mini sold!
The latest car for sale at the KJClassics workshop has to be the most loved and cherished mini out there. Having had just 1 owner from...

Kingsley James
Mar 31, 20224 min read
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Servicing a Scimitar
This Mk1 Reliant Scimitar was brought in for a service and inspection having been converted from the original 3.0 Ford v6 to 3.5 rover...

Kingsley James
Mar 31, 20222 min read
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