In a message dated 97-02-09 01:28:37 EST, tfarncom(at)triumf.ca (Troy Farncombe)
writes:
>
> I've recently bought a '65 Alpine that I was told was a Series V. The
>registration papers said the body number was 395000327 LRX which is
>consistent with an early Series V. However, the ID plate is missing and
>so I do not know what the body number is for sure.
>
> It seems the car has more in common with a Series IV than with a Series
>V. My car has a non-original 1725 engine, body panels that cover the
>convertable top instead of the vinyl boot cover. As well, the engine
>has a generator instead of the alternator that Series V's were supposed
>to have.
>
> my question is: Do I indeed have a Series V car? Or do I just have a
>Series IV car with a 1725 engine?
Because so few people would likely go to the trouble of retrofitting to
softtop panels and a generator, it sounds like you've got a Series IV. I
assume there's no stock oil cooler fitted.
Have you checked the number on the block? Its located just forward of the
oil filter base. Also, is the SAL # plate still on the car?
Unfortunately, it sounds like you've got a car with a....er...."questionable"
past.
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