MARCOS SHOWROOM
Buying a Marcos should be a life changing experience and is often the fulfilment of years of hard work. Don't let this be turned into something resembling a nightmare by overlooking potential problems and pitfalls that may not seem obvious. The majority of cars are owned by enthusiasts and are well maintained, but with the resurgence of the classic car market we are seeing more and more cars appearing on the market that are not up to scratch and in some cases have dubious parentage.
IDENTITY
We hold all of the original build files for cars built from 1964 to date and can authenticate a car over the phone and / or with photos to ensure the car is as described. As an example, it is not unheard of for a poorly built 1980's 2nd Generation car to turn up with the identity of an original 60's / 70's car.. !!
CHASSIS
With all metal chassis cars, check the side sill tubes, this is normally the first place where corrosion will occur. But be careful, in some cases only these sections have been replaced, and so there may be further chassis problems hidden. Wooden chassis cars are different again, and will need careful and detailed inspection. We carry out all aspects of restoration, and can certainly assist you in what to look out for when buying a good wooden chassis car.