DeLorean DMC-12 VIN16606's Journey
Restoration of DMC-12 VIN 16606 has happened.
Use this blog to read up on its restoration journey as well as its post restoration repairs, enhancements and travels.
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Plates fitted, road testing begins - 23/12/16
Yesterday the new number plates arrived at Chris’s workshop. He fitted them and began some road testing.
Registration Complete, Plates ordered!
16606 has its new, UK registration (see below).
Latest photos of 16606 taken on Monday 12th December for the insurance company.
Latest photos of 16606 taken on Monday 12th December for the insurance company.
Update 10th Dec 2016 - Registration Documents Sent to DVLA
On Friday I received the MOT certificate from Chris N so this morning I took out insurance.
Update 7th December 2016 - MOT Received
Great news received today from Chris. 16606 went for it’s MOT and passed first time. Chris reported that it is handling well on the road.
Update: 30th October 2016
On Thursday 27th I paid Chris N a visit since I was off work for half-term holidays. The car has come a long way an is nearing completion.
Update: Saturday 8th October 2016
Come this Thursday Chris should receive the front and rear bumpers back from the paint shop.
Update: 13th September 2016
I received the latest parts order list from Chris N and promptly ordered it.
Update: 10th September 2016
This will be a brief update. The centre console is at the trimmers. Wheels and tyres are fitted...
Update 22nd July 2016
Chris is currently in the USA for some DeLorean focused work. Until he returns he has provided a quick update.
Update 10th July 2016
I received an update today from Chris. It would appear that the fuel metering head which I had rebuilt by DeLorean Europe is not working.
Engine Start-up After 25 Years
It had been two months since I had last visited PJ Grady and 16606. Chris had prepared her so that we could attempt to start the engine.
Update - 18th June 2016
Here are some more progress photos. Firstly the passenger and driver’s seats.
Update - 15th June 2016
In advance of a newly planned visit next week to see 16606 Chris has sent through some photos.
DeLorean DMC-12 VIN16606's Journey - "Back To The Future" turned 1 today!
DeLorean DMC-12 VIN16606's Journey - "Back To The Future" turned 1 today!
Update 2nd June 2016
I received the following update today following a small break that also allowed for Chris to attend the Eurofest 2016 meet in Belfast.
More parts purchased - 20th April 2016
Following my visit to see 16606 on Tuesday 19th further ad hoc parts were identified as required which I’ve now purchased.
Visit to 16606 - 19th April 2016
Today I went to Canvey Island to visit 16606 for probably the final time before I drive her home.