Somebody buy his car, please!?!?! And take it somewhere out of the
Southwest Division! I'm getting tired of being beaten by it!!! 8<{)
Seriously, though, it IS a strong-running, well-built car.
John (Old Fartz & TLS #37) Lieberman
The Narbys wrote:
>
> In an effort to move into a deeper class, I am selling my DP car to buy
> a CM car.
>
> The car is a 1982 EFI Bertone X1/9. It is a 3 time SowDiv winner, but
> not fully prepared to Nationals level. The engine is bored to the limit
> of the rules and running about 11.5:1 compression, racing valve springs,
> and a hot cam with stock (no weight penalty) FI.
>
> The drivetrain is stock - brand new clutch and throwout bearing, 5-speed
> transmission, recently freshened when I broke an internal linkage, plus
> I polished the (new) internal linkages for smoother shifts.
>
> The suspension is lowered with very stiff springs, KYB struts rear, Boge
> front. Very tiny front sway bar. It is a very neutral car, which if
> driven BADLY will alternately push slightly or spin (not so
> slightly)....
>
> The car comes with four 13x6.5 widened stock (heavy) wheels and six 13x6
> Diamond Racing custom (11lb.) wheels. It also comes with a complete
> extra drivetrain (engine and tranny) including the EFI setup.
>
> It has a completely stripped interior with a Kirkey racing seat. All
> side and back glass are gone, but windshield and top are still intact
> for use in the rain. Top is of course removable.
>
> This is a quick, easy to drive car. Everyone who has ever driven it has
> loved it. It makes anyone look good. If you have never driven an X1/9,
> you should - they give a whole new meaning to "turn in". And then of
> course there is the sound of an Italian motor at 7000+ RPM through an
> open exhaust.....
>
> The car is also VERY reliable. I have won 3 Divisional, 3 state and at
> least 3 Regional Championships in it, with a zillion fun runs at every
> regional event in the first two seasons until everyone in the region had
> driven it. During that time I went through about 7 sets of tires, one
> head gasket, and one transmission linkage. The car continues to run
> fresh and strong. I have replaced lots of parts that didn't need it due
> to boredom ;-).
>
> Many people on this list have seen this car in action. Some have driven
> it. There may even be some BP and CP drivers out there who will admit
> LOSING to it!
>
> In any case you can see it at: www.e-empire.com/narby/sports.html at
> the bottom of the page.
>
> I am asking $2800/OBO. I am located in central Louisiana and will
> deliver within a reasonable (1 or 2 state) radius.
>
> Thanks
> Doug
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