Well, I just had a think about it... If i were to get a body - basically a car without engine and maybe missing a few other odds and ends for a reasonable price, I may be willing to do this...

But I'm planning on moving to SA early next year (Cape Town specifically) and I think it would be a waste to undertake an entire project right now...

So I'll probably fix this up as best I can and sell it just before I leave and hopefully buy another that will be in better condition when i'm in SA.

My wife isnt too fond of old cars, so I may have to buy a modern car as a daily driver and get a 1200 as a hobby car...

Thanks for your input guys.