New Torino owner

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   Good day to you all.  I’ve been viewing the forum for a while but thought now’s a good time for an introduction.
I purchased a ‘68 Torino S-code Sportroof last September in Ontario.  I live in British Columbia.  I’ve been working on other car projects so put the Torino on the back burner until now.

This car was imported into Ontario in 2005 from California.  Older restoration, runs well but needs some minor cosmetic work and some wiring issues sorted out.

My first car 40+ years ago was the twin to this one.  They both left the factory in “Seafoam Green”, 390 GT’s, bucket seat/console cars.  First car was repainted dark green.  This car is maroon.

My car experience was developed by restoring and modifying MGB’s and a ‘74 Mini.  Since I’m moving on from those, I started looking for another Torino.  This is about as far away from MGB’s as one can get…:)

Will post photos when able and I’m sure I’ll be asking questions along the way.

Cheers
Simon Austin

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av8or55 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Member Joined: 20-November-2020 Location: Surrey BC Status: Offline Points: 51	Post Options Post Reply Quote av8or55 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: New Torino owner Posted: 14-June-2021 at 9:34AM
	Good day to you all. I’ve been viewing the forum for a while but thought now’s a good time for an introduction. I purchased a ‘68 Torino S-code Sportroof last September in Ontario. I live in British Columbia. I’ve been working on other car projects so put the Torino on the back burner until now. This car was imported into Ontario in 2005 from California. Older restoration, runs well but needs some minor cosmetic work and some wiring issues sorted out. My first car 40+ years ago was the twin to this one. They both left the factory in “Seafoam Green”, 390 GT’s, bucket seat/console cars. First car was repainted dark green. This car is maroon. My car experience was developed by restoring and modifying MGB’s and a ‘74 Mini. Since I’m moving on from those, I started looking for another Torino. This is about as far away from MGB’s as one can get…:) Will post photos when able and I’m sure I’ll be asking questions along the way. Cheers Simon Austin
	“Speed costs....how fast do you want to spend?”

californiajohnny Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Moderator Group Joined: 05-October-2013 Location: winlock, wa Status: Offline Points: 14608	Post Options Post Reply Quote californiajohnny Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 14-June-2021 at 9:58AM
	welcome! FWIW i was scrolling along on some of the FB sites last night and saw a pic of a seafoam green 68 formal ... maybe your's??? post pics when you can
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handsofstone Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 13-April-2018 Location: Northeast Status: Offline Points: 3946	Post Options Post Reply Quote handsofstone Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 14-June-2021 at 11:31AM
	Glad to see you joined the board. We are growing daily. Yes please on the pics.

Steve M. Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 08-June-2019 Location: Florida Status: Offline Points: 1755	Post Options Post Reply Quote Steve M. Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 14-June-2021 at 12:28PM
	Welcome to the group.
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av8or55 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Member Joined: 20-November-2020 Location: Surrey BC Status: Offline Points: 51	Post Options Post Reply Quote av8or55 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 14-June-2021 at 12:49PM
	Thanks guys. Will post photos when able
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72FordGTS Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Admin Group GTS.org Admin Joined: 06-September-2005 Location: Ontario, Canada Status: Offline Points: 5841	Post Options Post Reply Quote 72FordGTS Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 14-June-2021 at 3:00PM
	Welcome! I upgraded you to have full forum privileges, so you can upload the photos. Going from and MGBs and a Mini to a Torino is quite the change! Does your user name have anything to do with Avro Aircraft? Can't wait to see the pics.
	Vince 1972 Ford GTS Sportsroof - Survivor, One Family car GTS.org Admin

av8or55 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Member Joined: 20-November-2020 Location: Surrey BC Status: Offline Points: 51	Post Options Post Reply Quote av8or55 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 14-June-2021 at 6:08PM
	Thanks Vince. I’ll get some photos up ASAP. The user name is a version of what I do for a living. Nothing to do with Avro unfortunately.
	“Speed costs....how fast do you want to spend?”

kychevyguy Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 16-December-2013 Location: Lexington KY Status: Offline Points: 1996	Post Options Post Reply Quote kychevyguy Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 27-June-2021 at 6:16AM
	Welcome, my first Torino was a 69 GT Sportsroof in white.
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	WELCOME!
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	Welcome!
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	Welcome and good luck with the resto!
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