1961 23 Window

Hoves · Post by **Hoves** » Tue Jul 28, 2009 9:22 am

Hey all, Thought I would start the post for my new bus. Its a 1961 23 window purchased off Steve Muller. The bus is in excellent condition overall and will undergo a full bare metal restoration with Steve Hopkins. Steve has it ready for sand blasting but is very happy with its condition.

Will be keeping this as orginial as possible : sticking with the sealing wax red and beige grey, the interior will be the original basalt grey, standard rims etc. I am trying to get it similar to how it came off the showroom floor.

I said I wouldnt do anymore restos but couldnt turn down the chance to own this bus. I have also learnt that it is probably wise to discuss with the missus prior to showing the photos. (My wife said I will be able to return to the house in approx 2 months time)

A big thanks to Steve Muller : I know this bus has allot of history and wasnt probably the easiets thing to part with, but I know Steve H will bring it back to its former glory.

matara · Post by **matara** » Tue Jul 28, 2009 9:27 am

Congrats Hoves, thats one nice 23 window without the typical rust issues, and your in good hands with Steve Hopkins.

I wonder what Steve M has moved into the garage instead of this now?

Steve, what happened to the movie you were gonna make touring Australia in a 23 window?

Cheers

Steve

bulliboy · Post by **bulliboy** » Tue Jul 28, 2009 9:29 am

WOW!!
whats the history? Mitchell

byronbus · Post by **byronbus** » Tue Jul 28, 2009 9:30 am

Nice work hoves, sweet bus...

Muller still has 1 last 23 window left...

Hoves · Post by **Hoves** » Tue Jul 28, 2009 9:31 am

Thanks Steve. I am looking forward to seeing this progress through with Steve H.

Mitchell - havent had a real good chance to speak with Steve M re the history, but I think he found it in Melbourne some years ago.

Cheers Bruce, and yes, he still has 1 VERY SPECIAL 23 left..

Leroy · Post by **Leroy** » Tue Jul 28, 2009 9:46 am

Nice to finally see some pics of this bad boy. Looks sweeeeeet! I will be following this thread closely

FrankenCab · Post by **FrankenCab** » Tue Jul 28, 2009 12:11 pm

nice , sc almost done just put a canopy on and sleep in that.

Split-Lover** · Post by Split-Lover** » Tue Jul 28, 2009 12:18 pm

Wow that is nice Hoves..

Cant wait to see the progress on this baby!!!
Looks great..

Cheers
Dave

phatratpat · Post by **phatratpat** » Tue Jul 28, 2009 2:37 pm

nice, welcome to the 23 club !!

splitbus · Post by **splitbus** » Tue Jul 28, 2009 4:49 pm

Cool Mick

, where are you going to put all these toys

, or are they going in the dog house with you

going by your comment

daveo · Post by **daveo** » Tue Jul 28, 2009 5:57 pm

WOW !!!!

frenzix · Post by **frenzix** » Tue Jul 28, 2009 6:40 pm

you're going to paint it? hmm

FrankenCab · Post by **FrankenCab** » Tue Jul 28, 2009 7:13 pm

good one to drive and not get worried about scratches and if its going to rain. and alot cheaper to build and quicker, just blend the repairs .

shark · Post by **shark** » Tue Jul 28, 2009 7:42 pm

Mate good score !!!! You have a understanding wife mine would kill me if I have more than one in resto

nicko · Post by **nicko** » Tue Jul 28, 2009 7:43 pm

Nice project and you get to hang out with your mates for the next 2 months- How good is that!!!