--- David Massey <105671.471@compuserve.com> wrote:
>
> Ray,
>
> The stag was by all accounts a wonderful car - except for the problematic
> engine. When it ran it was wonderful but that was a bit to infrequent for
> the average American driver and hence it was a marketing failure. In
> hindsight it would have made sense to swap in the Rover engine but BL
> decided not to. This car with a different motor would have been a hit, I
> think.
And I couldn't agree more ... when my wife got bitten by the Triumph bug I was
(of course) more than happy to support the addiction, but wanted something that
could be ultra-reliable for her, since she isn't a mechanic (but is my best
helper on the TR4A!)
> And that is exactly what you have. Congratulations. Enjoy the car.
I am, and more importantly my wife is! (she's STILL 4 feet off the floor!)
> BTW there is a Stag list if you are interested.
Thanks for letting me know ... I'll have to sign up for it (oh joy, more
email!)
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Raymond L. Hatfield
'65 TR4A IRS, O/D, SAH Tuned
'73 Stag
Little Rock, AR
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