Totally agree.. I do like British Racing Green.. and obviously an option. But I think I will be going with a Dark Brunswick Green. Speaking to Wigan Car Paints - the paint supplier on Monday.

Thanks Guys.. all the help is much appreciated nice one...

yeh.. I agree, needs to be the right shade.. nothing worse than looking at something that has been painted and thinking... "mmmmm.. not quite right".... I will speak to the paint shop and suggest BMC Reseda Green, see what they say.. in the mean time I will keep searching.. my eyes are get...

Hi and evening everyone,

Does anyone know which shade of Green the 1955 Colt was painted?

I think its Brunswick Green, and after having a conversation with my local paint shop. They then said there are 3 shades - Light, Medium and Dark..

So, what's the consensus?

Kindest regards,

Kevin

Yep - unfortunately Dave.. but... every so often though things come up....

Hi all,

Managed to get a Cylinder head and a C11 4 Speed gearbox.. both inbound....

Kindest regards, Kevin

Thanks Dave, that's good advice and I agree.. that's my other plan - a C11 gearbox. I see there are a few around for sale. and as far as the headlamp goes, I am not going to be picky to be honest. As I don't have the loom yet either, I will get a colt headlamp then the loom and switches to suit. Kin...

well.... i would agree... looks right??

would you be willing to send to the UK at some point?

will send you a pm...

Thanks Johnny, you are right.. I know, I missed some that I needed too... now keeping my eyes peeled...

Kev

Hi all, Just renewed my club membership as I have been away from anything bikes for a few years now due to work. Anyway - I now have time to get on with my projects and the "incomplete" 1954/55 LH colt basket case is now being dug out. Trying to remember what I do and don't need is a task ...