I had a similar probelm. To access the the inside bolts you do have to do so from the inside of the car. You must remove the screws holding the hooks for the cargo net. The back rear carpeted portion will then fold down. You will now be able to access the engine cover bolts. Gary Gore Activities Director DeLorean Mid Atlantic VIN 3360 << How do you get to the bolts on the hinges on the deck side of the engine cover. I am going to replace mine as one on the cover side has "lost" the stud on the bolt and I now have a new pair. (I still have the stud and the bolt, but I don't know how to reattach it to the hinge.) Looks like maybe you approach it through the inside of the car at the rear deck but I am not positive. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks, Scot 6452 >>