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AC Owners Club Forum => Mk IV, Superblower, CRS and other Continuation Cars Forum => Topic started by: 302EFI on June 18, 2011, 14:21:06

Title: History of my Mk IV
Post by: 302EFI on June 18, 2011, 14:21:06: Hello everybody,
   I am new to this forum. I live in Germany, in the Ruhr Area to be more specific, and since a couple of months I have been the proud owner of a Mk IV (chassis number AK1200CH). AK1200CH is not only my first AC but my first 'classic' car generally. So far, I have been very happy with it, it runs very well and I have not had any technical problems. During the coming winter break I plan to have some 'optical' changes made (esp. Mk III dashboard and new interior as a matter of personal taste).
   Maybe you can help me with a question relating to the history of my car. According to the Shelby Registry it was originally shipped to 'Exclusive Car' of Geneva, Switzerland in 1987. Based on some internet research I assume the correct name of the company was 'AC Exclusive Cars S.A.', it does not exist anymore. The fact that the car was intended for the Swiss market may explain the 'CH' in the chassis number, which is, I take it, a somewhat unusual addition.
   I am aware that the car was owned by a gentleman in Germany between 1994 and 1997, and subsequently was part of the extensive collection of an Italian industrialist and car freak until the end of 2009 when it came to the dealer from whom I bought it. I have not been able to find out, however, who owned the car between 1987 and 1994.
   Should someone of you happen to have information on its whereabouts during that period or have an idea how I could investigate further, that would be greatly appreciated. Also, any advise on the reason for the 'CH' in the chassis number would be very welcome. Many thanks in advance!
   Jürgen
Title: History of my Mk IV
Post by: dkp_cobra on June 18, 2011, 14:48:36: Hi Jürgen,

   is this the car Herbert Engel sold some month ago?

   Regards,

   Peter
Title: History of my Mk IV
Post by: 302EFI on June 18, 2011, 17:46:48: Peter:
   I bought the car from Mr Engels in February.
   Regards,
   Jürgen
Title: History of my Mk IV
Post by: dart427 on June 18, 2011, 20:14:30: Hi Jürgen,
   I live in the Ruhr area, too. My car is AKL1399. I did already the changes you are planning. Are you interested to get in contact with me?
   Regards
   Horst
Title: History of my Mk IV
Post by: 302EFI on June 19, 2011, 13:36:08: Horst:
   I am certainly interested in getting in touch. I sent you an e-mail.
   Regards,
   Jürgen
Title: History of my Mk IV
Post by: dkp_cobra on June 19, 2011, 15:31:52: quote:
Originally posted by 302EFI

Horst:
   I am certainly interested in getting in touch. I sent you an e-mail.
   Regards,
   Jürgen



   Hopefully, written in german [:D] Horst wants to organize a small MK IV meeting, maybe at his home. That would be a nice opportunity to meet each other.
Title: History of my Mk IV
Post by: 302EFI on June 19, 2011, 17:03:25: Yes, absolutely.
Jürgen
Title: History of my Mk IV
Post by: AKL 1333 on June 20, 2011, 13:33:31: Hey Guys,

   if there is a MK IV meeting in the Ruhrarea i am also intersted to come

   Regards
   Jürgen (AKL 1333)
Title: History of my Mk IV
Post by: nikbj68 on June 20, 2011, 13:38:39: We`ll have to call you 'Jürgen Light' & 'Jürgen Swiss' !!!
Title: History of my Mk IV
Post by: 302EFI on June 29, 2011, 14:37:35: @dkp_cobra
   Peter:
   I sent you an e-mail.
   Jürgen