Vance---I would agree that a TR Six with an OD tranny, in good working
condition, has more resale value than a 5 speed conversion. This would not
mean that the 5 speed has little or no value, as you stated. (but I threw out
the zinger for writing that you prize the original configuration of our cars,
knowing that you have modified it to your liking)
Meanwhile, please go ahead with your thoughts on the impartial judging of both
types of transmissions. I will add mine at it's conclusion.
Respectfully,
Dick Taylor
-----Original Message-----
From: Navarrette, Vance
Sent: Monday, February 16, 2009 1:27 PM
To: Sally or Dick Taylor
Cc: 6pack@autox.team.net
Subject: RE: Transmissions, and other modifications.
Dick:
You raise an interesting point. While I am quite sure I would not pay
extra for a 5 speed conversion, that does not mean that the average person
might not. Hmmm. The issue for me is originality and concerns about the
quality control exercised while doing the conversion. For example, I would not
pay more for a TR6 with a Vortec V6 conversion. I would be concerned about
reliability, and highly original cars always go for more in Hemmings and other
publications.
Any ideas how we might get an impartial judge on that one?
I could ask my LBC mechanic, who also sells used LBCs. Would that
suffice?
Would the question "Which sells for more; A TR6 with an aftermarket 5
speed conversion or a TR6 with an overdrive, all other things being equal" be
fair?
Vance
Vance Navarrette
Cogito Ergo Zoom
I think, therefore I go fast
-----Original Message-----
From: Sally or Dick Taylor [mailto:tr6taylor@webtv.net]
Sent: Monday, February 16, 2009 1:07 PM
To: Navarrette, Vance; 6pack@autox.team.net
Subject: Transmissions, and other modifications.
Hmmm. Is there must be another "Vance" out there who modified his engine with
higher CR, and a performance camshaft?
Maybe an aftermarket ignition trigger?
Dick
Who doubts those who suggest that adding a 5 speed does nothing to add value
to a TR Six
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