Ha! A common problem I see.
I've decided to keep the front panel now. It didnt cost too much and after offering it up to the car, seems good without the bumper on. It'll need some work itself though, quality is a little iffy.
Parts are turning up thick and fast now. Got new points and condenser, rubber bushes, king pin kit, wings, plugs, leads, filters, all to go on. Not much else to do other than wait until I'm free to begin work on the beast.