Ever fought this hard for a Montego?

[Guest]

So what happend in the end then - have you called about or walked away?

[scaryoldcortina]

I know I'm a little late here, but I thought you might like to know what happens to a car between arriving at a scrapyard (sorry, ELV recycling centre ) and being dumped on the heap waiting for the baler to visit.

 

All fluids are drained - this means engine oil, gear oil, brake fluid, coolant and screenwash (!). Brake fluid is the killer, because the usual method of removal is to cut all the flexihoses. Same with coolant - many yards will remove the rad at this point because it is worth more to weigh in.

 

Wheels are removed, V5C is logged as scrapped with DVLA, COD is issued. Last job before adding to the pile is to damage the shell in a visible location (my local lot chisel a hole in the roof next to the NS B pillar) to show it has been de-polluted and COD'd and is therefore not a car any more.

 

Sorry, but even if it was clean and tidy (and not at all rusted out) that's a goner now. No way back.

[The Reverend Bluejeans]

I know I'm a little late here, but I thought you might like to know what happens to a car between arriving at a scrapyard (sorry, ELV recycling centre ) and being dumped on the heap waiting for the baler to visit.

 

All fluids are drained - this means engine oil, gear oil, brake fluid, coolant and screenwash (!). Brake fluid is the killer, because the usual method of removal is to cut all the flexihoses. Same with coolant - many yards will remove the rad at this point because it is worth more to weigh in.

 

Wheels are removed, V5C is logged as scrapped with DVLA, COD is issued. Last job before adding to the pile is to damage the shell in a visible location (my local lot chisel a hole in the roof next to the NS B pillar) to show it has been de-polluted and COD'd and is therefore not a car any more.

 

Sorry, but even if it was clean and tidy (and not at all rusted out) that's a goner now. No way back.

 

My local yard also puncture the shocks.

[scaryoldcortina]

oh yeah... forgot about shocks! Damper oil is also a fluid... also expect a chisel hole in the bottom of the fuel tank.

 

Suffice to say, even without the no V5/COD issue the depolluting process completely destroys the car.

[R9UKE]

Rich, that was great to hear, good on ya, keep at it with the Cambridge

 

Well despite all attempts this morning, the bloody place is shut. What kind of a scrap yard closes on Tuesdays???

 

But if they've done all of this.....

 

I know I'm a little late here, but I thought you might like to know what happens to a car between arriving at a scrapyard (sorry, ELV recycling centre ) and being dumped on the heap waiting for the baler to visit.

 

All fluids are drained - this means engine oil, gear oil, brake fluid, coolant and screenwash (!). Brake fluid is the killer, because the usual method of removal is to cut all the flexihoses. Same with coolant - many yards will remove the rad at this point because it is worth more to weigh in.

 

Wheels are removed, V5C is logged as scrapped with DVLA, COD is issued. Last job before adding to the pile is to damage the shell in a visible location (my local lot chisel a hole in the roof next to the NS B pillar) to show it has been de-polluted and COD'd and is therefore not a car any more.

 

Sorry, but even if it was clean and tidy (and not at all rusted out) that's a goner now. No way back.

 

....there may well be no way back

[autohausdolby]

If a certificate of destruction has been issued, and the V5 sent in as scrapped, it's had it's chips I'm afraid, IIRC there is no way it can return to the road - Short of ringing it.

 

Sad demise, but to be honest, it does look pretty past it.

 

That's not entirely true, the DVLA don't like doing it but they will, if you can show that your a worthy type and the vehicle is tested - I had to do it with a Shogun a couple of years ago that had a scrap marker against it. I wouldn't bother trying though, it's a pain.

[Lord Sterling]

Wow Luke, I missed this thread for some reason (Work probably) Have to say I agree with everyone else, its way passed saving and unfortunately some scrappies are lying twats who'll agree to one thing and do another, (just like ebay I guess)

 

I did tug at my heart strings seeing the car once being (sort of) cared for by its owner then seeing now on the scrapheap. I recently had to scrap my beloved White 825 Sterling, bodily it wasnt as bad as that but the engine had blown and the car was looking worse for wear, though before it went I did strip as many parts as I could so it went more or less a shell.

[CortinaDave]

I love it! I know the feeling of seeing a particular car day after day for years and wanting to own it. The same happened to me with an immaculate mk1 sierra 2.0S that lived near me. I so nearly chapped the blokes door to make an offer on it on more than one occasion but it looked so well loved I thought he'd want stratospheric money.

 

Then one day I saw it under three other cars in Nobles scrapyard. Couldnt believe it.

 

If you really want the car, its worth the effort. Its still on the DVLA database so looks like the COD hasnt been issued yet. I know my local scrappy has a direct link to the DVLA database and as soon as they write on the scrap marker, the car is off the register straight away.

 

Get it home, welded and on the road, then block the old buggers driveway with it. that'll really grate his cheese.

 

Good luck.

[andrew e]

Move on fella. Hell I have allready rung the neck of one Montego this year, and that was £250 taxed, tested and unsaleble. See if the old Fella has the spare key you could have?

[greengartside]

Totally understand what R9UKE is going through - I have been in the same situation with a couple of cars that people up the street from me used to own, then when I finally had a 'gap' in my current fleet they had been either sold or scrapped.

 

If you really want the Monty then I'd act fast if they are as strict about CoD as they say they are then it'll be condemned permanently before the week is out I guess. Like others have said on here, try and weigh up the pros and cons of getting it back and decide if it's really worth it. Have you actually driven it before? It may not be up to your expectations when you finally get behind the wheel, or, it may be everything you wished for and more. Just don't let it get out of hand and spend shitloads on it if it's not worth it. Whatever you do, keep us posted, hopefully on how you managed to get it back from the jaws of death. I think Burnside on here did something similar with a Renner 19 he saved from instant cubing....

[CortinaDave]

Any update on this?.. I'm just nosey.

 

Just checked and its still on the DVLA computer today so I dont think its death warrant is yet signed....

[binhoker668]

Safe to say we'd all like to see a crazy salvage/resto job on this!

Ah gwan. Would make for awesome reading!

Could be an Autoshite 'bike'!

[R9UKE]

Right. The most impossible scrap yard I have ever had to deal with. It doesn't help that I'm in Northern Ireland.

 

Dad (who lives in Birmingham) has been round before work every morning and they haven't been open. I'm guessing they don't open until ten. Then for the past two days the phone has been off the hook. We've now found out from the first scrap yard that they're having trouble with the line. So I don't even know what stage of dissection the car is at yet! Just brilliant.

 

We're trying our best to get in touch, hopefully dad will be free to pay them a visit tomorrow afternoon. Poor guy has been there three times now. I have a feeling it's not meant to be. Not giving up without a fight though!!

[Lord Sterling]

Luke, if your Dad needs a hand retrieving this car then by all means let me know, I shall PM my number if you/he needs it. As I am working regularly, I might need a few days notice in order to let the agency know as they get pretty arsey about me taking days off, but if needs must then hey ho.

[Luxobarges_Are_Us]

look up their address and see whether they're near another scrapyard or another business of any type. Call said business and ask them to pass your mobile no. over to the scrapyard for them to call you.

 

I would just let it die, but if you are so fanatical about saving it, do give it a go!

[RichL]

Hope you save it mate. Good luck with the welding. My mate's Dad had the same spec and colour car, E32 XDT iirc back in the early 90's.I feel really old now...

[eddyramrod]

Hope you save it mate. Good luck with the welding. My mate's Dad had the same spec and colour car, E32 XDT iirc back in the early 90's.I feel really old now...

 

YOU feel old? I remember renting these back in 86! A local firm had several, of which I drove 3, all 1.6L spec. I always liked the Montego, it felt so much lighter and faster than the equivalent Sierra.

 

Luke, I suspect you've built yourself a heck of a mountain to climb with this particular car, but I understand the desire to save it if you can. If you can beat the admin issues, I say go for it. It's not like you need to put it on the road within the week for daily use, I noted that you're looking at it as a leisurely project. Good man! Absolutely right.

 

Good luck.

[R9UKE]

Luke, if your Dad needs a hand retrieving this car then by all means let me know, I shall PM my number if you/he needs it. As I am working regularly, I might need a few days notice in order to let the agency know as they get pretty arsey about me taking days off, but if needs must then hey ho.

 

Much appreciated, thanks for that!

 

Eddy, that's exactly it. It'll stay in the Midlands, in my aunt's garage. I'm over about 6 times a year and it'll just be a shite leisurely project.

 

Hopefully tomorrow'll be the day, but he'll definitely pay another visit on saturday. Just hope there's nothing on top of it by now.....

[greengartside]

Any news yet?

[George-Roper]

Can we have an update geeez as would be nice to know the outcome.

[R9UKE]

Yeh so would I. The yard has been shut every time my dad has visited this week. The phone number is just ringing out. It's a bit of a joke and I'm well pissed off tbh. It's in here, the most impossible people to get hold off, can't imagine they sell much operating the way they do.

 

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[Guest]

If thats the case it may be further undamaged and doing you a favour. I would not of bothered but have to admire that you want it that much

[theorganist]

I work ten minutes away from there. If I get the chance next week (if I have driven to work or can borrow a works vehicle) I could try and pop up there at lunch and see if I can find anything out?

[R9UKE]

I work ten minutes away from there. If I get the chance next week (if I have driven to work or can borrow a works vehicle) I could try and pop up there at lunch and see if I can find anything out?

 

That would be great. Could well be a wasted journey for you though, given their completely unpredictable opening hours. But if you have some time to kill it would be much appreciated

[AXrescuer]

I would say you've had a very narrow escape. Much as I love the Montegos, I wouldn't touch that one with the proverbial barge pole!

[R9UKE]

Well, it's over. Got through today and no car leaves their yard after it comes in. Something to with their involvement with an insurance company and the DVLA. Ah well, was worth a go

[CortinaDave]

Never mind.. I salute you for your efforts !

[AnthonyG]

I admire your persistence but I do think you've saved yourself a lot of potential hassle. Just get your dad to go and get a souveniur off it - maybe the steering wheel ?

[Lord Sterling]

Sorry to hear that Luke, as has been said, your efforts are admirable. Make your Dad can get as much off the car as he can, failing that, I will, and send them over to you.

[eddyramrod]

Some things are just not meant to happen...