[photo: Piet Tromp] Going Dutch 2007: Uitdam, May 24
One arrives and immediately some friends drop by for tea.
Going Dutch 2007: Uitdam, May 26
John Sheppard's Hillman Imp goes out and about. It was seen at the Going Dutch of 2005 as well as 2007; in the June 2007 issue of Irish Vintage Scene (a 4 page article, the cover story); at the 2006 Trim show; and every weekday on the roads between home and work.
Going Dutch 2007: Uitdam, May 24
A 1974 Hillman Imp, bought in 1992
It needed another engine, and again in 2001.
Fully restored in 2004, no corners cut: many new panels, rebuild engine (a 30 thou' overbored 875 with a +10 thou' grinded crankshaft and new +30 thou pistons) which was brought up to Sport specs. Twin 1.25 inch Stromberg carbs, external oil coller and free-flow exhaust. Ford Fiesta front discs, Stiletto servo
4th owner; known history
12" Cosmic magnesium wheels
Engine cover from an Imp Sport
Cibie Oscar spotlights of the period
Fiesta seats
The steering column stalks are modified Mini ones.
Going Dutch 2007: Uitdam, May 25
Going Dutch 2007: Uitdam, May 25
Jill Dunkley and Cepta Sheppard having a chat
[photo: Willem Tromp] Going Dutch 2007: Schardam, May 26
On the 100 mile scenic tour, at Schardam.
John Sheppard is an Area Centre Organiser in Ireland for The Imp Club Ltd. and a member of the Celtic Old Vehicle Owners Club.