A couple of car guys discuss the characteristics of this red, 6-cylinder MGC on glorious, sunny day at Connecticut's famous Lime Rock Park.

Jer

[Sailor]

It reminded me so much of what was wrong with British cars. They usually look like this, side of the road, hood up

They definitely have that reputation. I learned to drive in a Morris Minor, which my Dad bought new in '58; overall, during the 5 years we owned it, the car was pretty reliable, although not without issues. Of course, Detroit was putting out some pretty sketchy stuff in those years, as well. I remember my Dad cussing his new '57 Mercury nearly every day for the 11 months he owned it, after which he gave up and traded it off.

Jer

A great shot that tells a story perfectly, Buddy.
Maybe after retirement, when I have some time to work on the engine this would be a great replacement for the Solstice

Thanks, my friend.

I think you'd look great in this red one!

Jer

No, The Motorcraft VV carbs didnt' come out until '77. I don't know which brand of carb went into the Mach I ponies, I don't think Ford was using their own for muscle cars at that time, possibly it was a Carter.

Thanks for the info. I seem to remember my '64 Mustang - which had the D-code 289 - having an Autolite carb. Is that possible??

Jer

[RGlasel]

I seem to remember my '64 Mustang - which had the D-code 289 - having an Autolite carb. Is that possible??

I'm not an expert on the pre-Foxbody (prior to '79) Mustangs, but I was curious to know the answer. Apparently your 64 Mustang most certainly would have had an Autolite carb.

[Sailor]

I'm not an expert on the pre-Foxbody (prior to '79) Mustangs, but I was curious to know the answer. Apparently your 64 Mustang most certainly would have had an Autolite carb.

Many thanks - at least it shows my 70-year-old brain still has some firing neurons.

Jer