Ron and Angie wrote:
> Or how about the same engine in a GT6? Since Triumph did use that engine in
> the TR8 here in the states, you wouldn't have as many hurdles to jump. ;-)
> Only weighs a little more than a Spridget, and less than an MGB GT. Plus,
> you would have IRS, need to upgrade older cars to the 1500 rear to get rid
> of bad axle jacking. GT6 Mk.1's had a "back seat", if you would want to
> call it that, and later models are easily adapted. Or, if you need a real
> back seat, put the same engine in the Vitesse or Herald sedans. Same
> small-chassis as the Spit/GT6. Anybody remember the Awesome (sorry Nissan)
> Trans-Am Vitesses of the '70s? ;-) 'Nuff said!
I think the GT6 would/should be ruled a "Sportscar" (rather than being a
sportscar based sedan, which the rule was aimed at, I think it's more of
a sedan based sportscar), and the 3.2 liter V8 is not legal for the
class. However, a Herald/Vitesse would certainly be legal.
Spitfire/GT6 suspension stuff would bolt on... a 2.5 TR6 engine... yeah!
Here's another idea:
Datsun 510 w/ 300ZX Turbo drivetrain.
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