V8GT6 Posted February 18, 2011 Share Posted February 18, 2011 Hi, I've been driving a V8 Triumph GT6 for the last 10 years, and I'm feeling it's time for a change (and an extra child means i'll need 3 seats soon) So I'm looking at Manta A's as an alternative, trouble is there's none around to test drive - I might not even like them. Where do I begin? I'd need something thats running a modern engine/ drivetrain and at least 150bhp preferably with disc brakes all round. I just need advice if that's okay at the moment, have I come to the right place? Thanks Martin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robah Posted February 18, 2011 Share Posted February 18, 2011 Hi, I've been driving a V8 Triumph GT6 for the last 10 years, and I'm feeling it's time for a change (and an extra child means i'll need 3 seats soon) So I'm looking at Manta A's as an alternative, trouble is there's none around to test drive - I might not even like them. Where do I begin? I'd need something thats running a modern engine/ drivetrain and at least 150bhp preferably with disc brakes all round. I just need advice if that's okay at the moment, have I come to the right place? Thanks Martin Hi Martin and Welcome Yes you have come to the right place, and there are quite a few Manta A's with modern engines and spec you need (Don't know of any for sale at moment). It's like with anything in life, it depends on what funds you have and your location to meet members in your area and how far you are willing to travel to check out the vehicles. From my experience from within the club, the people on here a very helpful and friendly especially on getting another Manta (and equivalent) on the roads again. Good Luck in your search Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shug Posted February 18, 2011 Share Posted February 18, 2011 Stick up your location. Might be a member nearby with an A that you can have a peep at! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V8GT6 Posted February 18, 2011 Author Share Posted February 18, 2011 Thanks, I am in the Leigh and Wigan area, travelling isn't problem maybe an hours drive is fine. Cheers Martin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robah Posted February 18, 2011 Share Posted February 18, 2011 Thanks, I am in the Leigh and Wigan area, travelling isn't problem maybe an hours drive is fine. Cheers Martin Northwest has a large membership, and a lot of helpful people. They have pub meets omce a month. Danny D114BCW is the OMOC club Area Rep for the region. Could be worth joining the club membership I visit Wigan and Warrington a few time of the year as families are from the area. Should be moving back that way in 18 months time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garymanc Posted February 18, 2011 Share Posted February 18, 2011 hi martin and welcome there is a manta a for sale on pistonheads http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/2437170.htm a bit more than 150 bhp. there are lots off members in the wigan area and the north west have there pub meet here 1st friday off every month http://forums.mantaclub.org/calendar/1/event-26 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upk Posted February 18, 2011 Share Posted February 18, 2011 welcome to the forum, good luck with the hunt for an a series, a very nice choice especially when updated!! kev Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V8GT6 Posted February 18, 2011 Author Share Posted February 18, 2011 hi martin and welcome there is a manta a for sale on pistonheads http://www.pistonhea...les/2437170.htm a bit more than 150 bhp. there are lots off members in the wigan area and the north west have there pub meet here 1st friday off every month http://forums.mantac...ndar/1/event-26 I saw that one on pistonheads, its very nice but too pricey until i've sold the GT6 (got another gearbox to put in it first). But yes, thats the style I'd be looking at. not too bothered about massivee wheels (15" prob look good too), but definately, polybushed all round and lowered. (I'd whack seatbelts in the back too for kiddies again) I restored the GT over a long year with an angle grinder, but this time I want it all done for me in advance. If i can't find one thats done, i'll buy as good as i can get condition wise and send it to somewhere like suffolk county mantas. Martin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V8GT6 Posted February 19, 2011 Author Share Posted February 19, 2011 (edited) One more thing: parts. For my gt loads of places still do new parts. Looking round on the web it looks like panels and other major parts aren't manufactured any more. Is everything pretty much 2nd hand for the mata? Edited February 19, 2011 by V8GT6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upk Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 Bit of a mixed bag on this one! There are specialist part suppliers such as dr manta who have online stores that supply a range of spare parts although prices can be quite high. Tha club members are very helpful in secondhand parts and quite often new parts. There are however a few items that are difficult to come by at the moment but not impossible! Kev Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon p Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 . ..............If i can't find one thats done, i'll buy as good as i can get condition wise and send it to somewhere like suffolk county mantas. Martin Thanks Martin, i have lots of spares for the A Series too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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