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Have just been to look at the almost finished van after it's spray job.
I am reeeeeally pleased with it. It's the proverbial canine spheroids!
I am going to pick it up tomorrow, then will take some pics for the insurance, and post them up on here.
I had all the Autosleeper stripes and decals re-instated, and I am really glad I did.
In case you are wondering, I had it done by Dave Hyland at Woodhall Spa. http://www.davehylandbodyrepairs.co.uk
He has done a number of T25s and knows the ins and outs of them.

And the cost if you don't mind me asking?

Best part of £4k when you add in all the bits and bobs that I supplied. (Seals, gutter strip, aeriel, new EHU socket etc.)

Next stage is to get the inside reupholstered - but I think that's a job to put on hold till the winter.

I wish you put this thread up a year ago! I'm in Sleaford and spent a ages looking for a good body shop.

If you want a good upholstery job try Sean Scott aka Inspire Automotive. He's a local sleaford lad who recently went self employed doing automotive upholstery. He has had his work in various magazines and receives work from abroad. He's on Facebook.

Thanks for the lead.
I have the name of someone in Skegness who does the upholstry work for Cav at Revesby garage. If I get no joy there, I will try your contact.
I unearthed a load of small outfits that claim to specialize in doing up campers (painting). There are 4 within a 15 mile radius of me, and a couple in Lincoln.

Well it's home, (a day later than planned), and it's real nice. Pics to follow.
I have had to black the tyre walls this evening 'cos they were letting the van down!
It's just like when I had my last brand new motor (black MX5 if you are interested). I have a clean hanky in my pocket - not for my snotty nose, but to remove any minor blemishes that might appear on the nice shiny paintwork.
The question is - how long will this last?
Anyway, we are heading South this weekend. Going to show it off to my family. Then planning a couple of nights camping near Newbury.
The forecast is good, this is what camper vans are for!
Cool running https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YiiJAwHMDs

Pics as promised.

Very nice, I'd be proud of that too

More pics

Looks A1 A1!! What amount of bodywork was required on her?