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Old 29th June 2015, 21:52
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Originally Posted by Carib Classics View Post
... With the subframe bolted and welded to the original chassis it will becoming an integral part of the final car structure...
The Miglias and Sammios were both designed so that the internal framework is bolted to the chassis.

The fibreglass bodywork is then bonded to the framework to effectively form a new body shell that could be removed if required.

It is the fact that it can be removed that allows these cars to avoid IVA by following the "re-body" rules.

IMHO the argument about whether it is technically possible to cut and extend the chassis is a red herring.

Even if you can technically do it, you are still left with no choice but to declare it and get an IVA test.
( Or your insurance will be invalid as your would not be road legal without the IVA. )

Obviously there are plenty of cars on the roads that are not legal.

But I would hope no one on here would publicly suggest you follow them.

Good luck, Paul.

PS
I hope this doesn't come across as trying to lecture you, that is not my intention.
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