Well, I've done some searching online and it looks like it just might be possible to put this old girl back on the road, all of the panels and parts seem to be available ( why oh why are parts on ebay pick up only, so not fair ! ). It looks like I might be doing so shopping south next summer and filling one of my Transits for the trip home. There are some restorations online that make me believe that with time ( couple of years minimum ) and lots of money ( smile nicely at the bank manager
) she can be put right. The interior seems to be all there, except the cooker and fridge, but luckily I have available a mid 1970's Thompson Glenalmond caravan that is going to be scrapped ( needs new chassis and wooden frame ) so hopefully these will be similar if not the same as the ones in the ci. All of the cushions are there and in good condition, the shower tray is broken but I will get a local fibreglass place to make a new one of these.
Parts I know it will need or work needed.
Front wings inner and outer,
Windscreen scuttle.
Door bottoms both sides,
Front cross member.
Front bumper.
Fuel tank ( cap has been off for years )
Steering wheel and cowling
Lock set ( key is lost )
Passenger mirror.
Windscreen rubber.
Both steps.
Cab floor needs welding, rubber mat seems complete though.
Drivers seat needs repairing.
Bonnet doesn't open.
Oh big hole in the rear needs fixing !
So to sum it up, bit of welding and carpentry, lick of paint a full service and she's ready to go
I will take more pics when she gets here, but here are some more for now.
Updates to follow as is blood, sweat and tears !