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Originally Posted by Fulcrum525
I'm putting the final touches on a project for school and I figured that I would do a little survey before I submit it. Now I know something like this wouldn't be cheap but it's completely hypothetical so bare with me before everyone starts shouting about the complexity and dealing with modern computers....
Basically it would be a service that offers engine upgrades for older Mercedes-Benz and Land Rovers. Restoration would also be offered of course and later on I think it would be nice to master interior upgrades (Reupholstering the original seats with new colors and stitching leather to the dashboards for a nice modern touch)
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Citroen did this exact same thing at the factory during the 1930s in collaboration with its independent dealers. They de-coked the engine, replaced the mohair on the seats, did a tune-up and replaced the brake pads.
This kept them alive during the leanest portion of the Depression. There's a solid basis in history for at least part of your proposal. They also upgraded 1628cc engines to 1911 cc , what was called the 7 series conversion to 11BL.
If you need a reference to show your teacher, an engineer named Erpelding wrote a book called "
Comment Réparer et Entretenir Une Traction Avant - 7-11-15CV, aka " How to repair/maintain the Traction Avant- 7-11-15 series cars."
I know because I am the guy who translated the book for various clubs.
He can give me a call if you need it to confirm that this isn't made up.
Overall, a great idea, with the true profitability a function of your strategic planning, marketing, operational cash flow and cash infusions. Good luck!