Hello all,
Just purchased an 1983 930 Euro from my brother-in-law. 73000 kms (45k miles). Been waiting for this for about 7 years - well worth the wait. Bought a couple books already and there is rarely a day I am not sifting through the posts on this site trying to learn as much as I can, as I really know very little about the car. And I certainly am not a technical type so won't be doing a lot of work on the car myself. So thought I would throw a few questions out there to get me on the right track.
The exterior is in great shape - minus the cell phone antena that one of the previous owners had installed on the roof...
But the interior certainly needs work. It is light grey carpeting that needs replacing. My brother in law tried to get a match but was not happy with the colours that were sent to him. So he purchased a full set of blacks which are not installed but came with the car when I bought it. What do you think grey seats and doors would look like with black carpets? Anyone with pics of a similar combo? Will be installing whatever carpets I go with myself. Anyone with any tricks that I should keep in mind when I start that project?
Leather dash is in fairly poor shape - fairly warped in spots. Leathers okay. Best solution for that?
Trying to get it back to semi-original condition so have to purchase a few things.
Looking at getting a set of Fuchs. However have a few questions about them. Did original Fuchs come in just black centers or could you have them polished or with spokes from the factory? Think I want black anyway, but more curious than anything. Also, someone told me that I have the big brake package. Do the original 7 and 8 16 inch Fuchs work or do I have to get the Fuchs with the larger offset - saw a set with an 951 offset for example?? And will 9s work on the rear?
Just purchased a three spoke steering wheel. But also looking for an original Blaupunkt Monterey if anyone has one kicking around out there.
Where do I find the codes for my paint and interior? I found the sticker under my hood but doesn't seem to tell me too much. I have included that if anyone can help me out. I was able to figure out the option codes - appears fairly base??
How much of a newbie am I ...well let me tell you. First day I was taking it home I was driving from Kelowna BC to Nelson - about a four hour drive - but apparently a lot quicker in a 930
- who knew. Anyway I knew I was in trouble when I stopped at the gas station and couldn't open the lid for the gas. I knew I was in bigger trouble when I opened the glove compartment and pulled out the owners manual and it was in German. Needless to say, figured it out and was on my way home. So if anyone has a spare english 1983 930 manual out there, let me know
I am sure I will be a regular poster with lots of questions. And thanks in advance for any info that you can give me.
Paul
