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That does not look like an original bonnet

Which Singer 12 are you talking about?
Is it the 1525cc one built 1937 -48

David A

Hi There is a later flywheel ring gear with 112 teeth. The starter motor for that has two mount holes vs three of earlier one. The pinion set up on this starter is a different style to the earlier one. The starter's two holes will match with two of the three on the engine. You will need to get the c...

Hi
Did you get the mount sorted? I can supply a sketch with the relevant dimensions if you still need help
David A

Bucket seat repairs are covered in the book "Singer Sports Cars of the 1930s"

Hi

That windscreen post will also fit a 1935 LM four seater.
How much do you want for it?

Hi

Disconnect the oil pipe, that runs from the front of the block to the pump, at the oil pump. then put some oil into the pump from the top. Reconnect the oil pipe making sure the nuts are tight.
Turn over on starter without coil connected as suggested.

Best wishes
David

Potential purchasers should be aware that the Aus dollar has fallen more than 20% against the US dollar So the book and postage is cheaper than it was

Hi You are not good detectives VDO has head office in Germany with branches in many countries including Australia. Find a Speedo and Instrument shop and ask for VDO fuel tank senders and gauges. If you really cannot find a shop I can buy a unit here in Melbourne Australia Best wishes David Andreasse...

The 1930s Singer Sports Cars Identification and Restoration by Dave Hardwick and David Andreassen An A4 size book of 273 pages with 157 colour images and 161 black and white images. A must for Singer sports car owners and those interested in classic cars. There are four main sections – Identificatio...