Newbie - couple of maintenance enquiries.

[Adamw]

Hi all
As per post in ‘newb’ section, just on the look out for a z m roadster.

Im currently in conversations over a certain car, and the owners been very transparent in a couple of bits that need sorting on the car.
Wondered if I might pick your brains on potential costs for works on a couple of items.

1. Requires new roof - any idea on costs and reputable companies (south east England).
2. A/C not working - not sure if this is just a regass but knowing classic A/C systems know this can often be allot more (rads / compressors etc.). Any views on worst case for an A/C overhaul on a ZM?

I know with the A/C you might argue not needed (roof down) but important as I do an annual trip to LeMans and it can get very hot!

Thanks in advance chaps
Adam

 

[Mike Fishwick]

The people who claim that you do ont need air con do not have it! Air con will give instant demisting without making the car feel like a mobile sauna. Get a specialist to check for gas content and leakages, and give a quote, then take it from there. I would not be without aircon.

Roofs can vary a lot from about £400 upwards, I paid about £500 for mine, at Car Hood Warehouse, Chessington - just off the M25 - about 15 years ago, and it is still fine, with the window is still totally clear and scratch free.

 

[Adamw]

Thanks for the response and agree re AC.

Re roofs that’s the 2nd recommendation for car hood warehouse, so will give them a shout.
Cheers