Info on reshelling a vechicle needed please.

[JMLAudi]

Hi all

I looking for some info please, I got a wrecked diesel Audi 80( rusted and dinged) ,but with a good engine,gearbox , BUT i found another Audi 80 ,same series but a petrol with a non runner engine and a great body.

I looking to fit the diesel engine/box into the patrol shell,and retail the diesels reg ,both cars are the same colour

Swoping the items over isnt a issue, what i worried about is

1 How is the DlVA going to treat me?
2 How is the insurannce going to be affected?
3 Would it be worth while job to do?..........i traveling 45 miles aday so another diesel is my only option



Thankyou in advance

cheers
john

[newsh]

Keep the vin of the petrol car, and change the engine number, much simpler

[JMLAudi]

HI

Thankyou, and transfer the reg number as well?..................(it be for sentimental reasons)..........

the DVLA be happy with me doing this?


HW badly would insurance be affected,you reconn?

cheers
john

[andy10v]

From the Gov site

Changes you need to update

You’ll need to tell the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) about the following changes to your vehicle:

* colour
* engine
* cylinder capacity
* fuel type (propulsion)
* replacing or modifying the chassis/monocoque bodyshell
* seating capacity
* weight of a goods vehicle

Change to engine and cylinder capacity (engine size)

DVLA will need written evidence of any changes to engine number and cylinder capacity (cc). Written evidence can be:

* a receipt for the replacement engine
* written evidence from the manufacturer
* an inspection report provided for insurance purposes
* written confirmation on headed paper from a garage if the change in engine size took place before you bought the vehicle

Change to fuel type

DVLA will need written confirmation of any changes to fuel type if:

* your existing engine is converted - the confirmation must be on headed paper from the garage that carried out the work
* a new engine is fitted - the receipt will be required as confirmation

http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Motoring/OwningAVehicle/ChangesToYourRegistrationCertificate/DG_4022054

[andy10v]

Regarding insurance some people on here should be able to recommend swap friendly insurance companies, mine just told me no way.