I've only gone and bought one!

[DanBoy]

After looking around for some time, I have finally aquired my first Portafold. I make no illusions about the fact that this one is going to need some restoration but that was the whole point.
I haven't even seen inside and it is obvious that she has been standing in long grass for some time so there will, no doubt, be some chassis work and hinges needed. She will be recovered from the depth of Wales in about 2-3 weeks as she will need trailering.

[DanBoy]

Well the Porty was delivered last night. The seller sent a note with it saying "Repairs are worse than I thought as the roof has blown off for the second time and now has a nine inch split, as well as damage to the side panels. Also, all of the hinges are siezed!"
Notwithstanding it came with one tyre off the rim making it almost impossible to move around. Looks like I'm in for some hard work! Will take some pics at the weekend although not of the interior just yet!

[53catalina]

gets loads of penetrating fluid on all the hinges. If poss, soak rags in teh fluid and lay the rags over the hinges so it soaks in slowly.
Dont rush trying to move the hinges as you dont want the grp to break if you can help it.

Good luck

[DanBoy]

I think it's a bit late for that! The previous owner wasn't as gentle or patient.