>
> well, desirability is somewhat a matter of opinion and somewhat a
> matter of market definition. the 1.5 has some advantages and some
> drawbacks:
>
> great looks of series 1, except for those cool headlight covers
> wimpy dual-stromberg carbs like series 2 (assuming it's a US model)
> better cooling system than series 1
> better brakes than old series 1, but same as later series 1 (i think)
The 1968 has the same cooling system as most 1967's (dual fans on the
radiator). That's what makes the 1967 marginally more desirable than other
4.2 SI's.
I don't remember on the brakes. I think all of the SI's had 2 piston front
calipers. I think my 1971 had 3 piston front calipers. I don't know when
the change was made or if it makes a real difference in the braking. All
4.2 cars have the same master cylinder and vacuum booster.
> the headlight covers look great, they do tend to scatter the light and
> thus make the headlights less effective, which can be a problem when
> doing 140+ at night 8-O ).
That's true. IMHO Cibie's or Hellas are mandatory for covered headlight
E's that are actually driven.
Joe
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