Alfa 159 V6

[SteveS]

Thanks all for your input, much appreciated.

Yes I have searched the Alfa forums but there is not much on using the 159 as a donor.

Learnt some more today, I cant just fix the damage myself!
Any damaged vehicle deregistered by an insurer or otherwise has to be repaired by an approved repairer and then certified by a repair certifier.

On top of the above (which I knew), all deregistered vehicles (including all imports to NZ) need to go through a Vehicle Compliance Assessment. The VCA is like our Warrant of Fitness test but more thorough. It involves dismantling the cars interior to check for corrosion, water damage or any other structural issues/repairs that might affect safety. Any repairs or damage found is referred to a repair certifier for further certifying. If it passes the VCA it is registered and a new number plate issued.

Next step is to speak to a repair certifier to see if he will sign the car off if the panel is repaired. In theory it needs to be repaired in accordance with the manufacturers specifications so a new section cannot be just welded in. If he says yes, then its off to get some repair quotes, but if he insists on a new rear guard then engine will soon be in the Stratos.

I'll keep you posted

Steve