To: metropolitan@listserv.azstarnet.com
From: "Lyle Gerard" 
Subject: Met Parts 
Date: Thu, 25 Sep 1997 13:24:20 -0800

Here's some information everyone can use.

Parts can be ordered from Valentines Metropolitan Pit Stop in North
Hollywood, CA.  Here's the address and phone number, I'd suggest calling
for a catalog.

I've been there and they're wonderful, a husband and wife who have a
huge international mailing list AND have an agreement with a
manufacturer to keep all parts (except for the cracked horn cover, which
will never be replaced) available.  They've also got a museum and a
fully-operational garage for repairs.  When I win the lottery, I'll haul
my car down there for a complete overall, but for now, if you're
uncertain which parts to get, they're the source.  They also have the
original oil filters, tires, light bezels, engine parts, EVERTHING, and
a copy of the original maintenance mail as well as a sheet showing where
lube has to be done.  Also, extras like keychains, cups, postits, and if
they can't find the part, they'll find it, for any model or any year.

You'll need the original VIN (on the engine plate, I think) when
ordering.  

You can order with credit card, overnight express, etc. and are very
helpful.  

I've been really satisfied with their service, and although other car
shops can probably order what you need, I suggest that you go through
the Metropolitan Pit Stop.

Here's the address:

Valentine's Metropolitan Pit Stop
5330 Laurel Canyon
North Hollywood, CA  96107
818/769-1515

- Lyle