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Subject: Re: Lagonda Rapide 61-64 Wanted

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Soren, David is way ahead of you on this one. I suggest you PM him on the subject.

Btw, personally I'm not keen on posting lists of 'known' car details on the internet. Of course, all of this information is 'out there' to be found. But, I don't feel comfortable myself with assisting the bad guys by providing a check list of chassis number / index number / spec..

Regards,

Tim

Subject: Re: Lagonda Rapide 61-64 Wanted

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Thanks Tim,

If David is already working on a gallery I will not create one.

- As for posting information about Lagondas on the internet I actually don't fear "the bad guys", or the "dangers" of the internet in general. I'm more at risk driving my Lagonda than having a few pictures of the car included in a gallery together with the last few digits of the chassis number!

That is what the internet was/is made for - sharing information! Without it I would never have made contact with other owners around the world and would never have gained the knowledge I now have about the wedge Lagonda.

I have only received positive feedback regarding the AM Lagonda V8 gallery, and I think sharing information about these rare cars is of great value to both owners and enthusiasts. It's very interesting to see how the car developed during the years - all the little changes - and the fact that not two are alike.

Best regards,

Soren

Subject: Re: Lagonda Rapide 61-64 Wanted

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Soren,

Please don't misunderstand me (and, I fear that you have already done so). I think that the internet is wonderful and agree wholeheartedly with much that you say. However, and I'm sorry to labour the point, it is manifestly the case (surely) that limits should be placed on the amount of information that we (as owners and enthusiasts) make available about ourselves and our cars. Would you publish your name and address with details of your car(s)' specs, index number, chassis number, history, and security arrangements? I think it unlikely?

So, if I am right about that, it must follow, surely, that you agree with me when I say that we need to be careful and place limits. Personally, it seems to me that if you merely publish a gallery of pictures of cars with the index numbers redacted and (as you suggest) the 'operative' elements of the chassis numbers, such would not present much of a risk and would be a positive benefit to others interested in the marque.

Best wishes,

Tim

PS I believe that David has a very complete record (perhaps the best) of all the Rapides and their ancillary details. Though entirely a matter for him (and I crave his indulgence in even mentioning it), I suggest merely that he might be prepared to help you (off line) with your endeavors. T

Subject: Re: Lagonda Rapide 61-64 Wanted

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Hi Soren, I can identify every one of your list but would prefer not to on the web. If you PM me, I can provide more detail

Except 5293MM which is widely known as the first car with all the PR history, hence 101, and yes it is non-metallic black but was Roman Purple when new. It's also the only car with chrome fins on top of the rear wings

Your Car 01 is Aegean Blue, Car 02 is Midnight Blue (so is Car 12, Netherlands) , Car 11 was Oro Longchamps (unique), Car 13 is Dubonnet Rosso (same for Car 03)

Best wishes

Subject: Re: Lagonda Rapide 61-64 Wanted

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Dear Tim, David et al,

My Rapide, 155, is off to the painters today.
It still has its original paintwork; BRG/Goodwood Green/?

Does anyone know its original colour code so that the spraypainter can get it absolutely right - and to save him time doing the research? (BTW in my opinion the colour does not do the car justice, however originality is of paramount importance.)

Regards,
Mark.

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Subject: Re: Lagonda Rapide 61-64 Wanted

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Hi Folks,

I found this one on the internet for sale at Bonhams Greenwich Connecticut auction 5.June2011
"Period factory conversion to manual specification
1963 Lagonda Rapide Sports Sedan
Estimate: $80,000 - 100,000"

by the way for colour discussion or else I propose you start new topics, makes it more readable and searchable in the long run

Peter

Subject: Re: Lagonda Rapide 61-64 Wanted

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Well spotted! It will be interesting to see how much it goes for.

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Subject: Re: Lagonda Rapide 61-64 Wanted

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It's the same car discussed earlier in this thread, of course (just in case anyone hadn't appreciated that fact).

Subject: Re: Lagonda Rapide 61-64 Wanted

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Interesting that this manual conversion has floor mounted pedals (DB5 style) rather than bulkhead hung (as mine is), maybe the work was carried out after production of the Rapide had ceased?

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Subject: Re: Lagonda Rapide 61-64 Wanted

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121 was converted to 5-speed later (If it was definitley done by the factory I'll change my records)