> To All,
>
> Since purchasing my first MGB as a restoration project last year I've
> heard quite a few comments on the quality of British cars (...flow
> through oil systems, etc., etc.). My question is, what really are the
> weak spots in the design and construction of British cars? Is it
> material quality? Poor design? Also, are there any parts that can be
> replaced with newer, improved parts? I would really like to hear a
> discussion of this.
>
> Thanks,
>
> David Macedonia [edm107@psu.edu]
> Boalsburg, PA.
> 1966 MGB
>
David,
Let's make this more managable by discussing the strengths of the British
designs.
1) They look really nifty.
2) They often have a removable/replaceable top.
3) They often hold two people comfortably.
4) When they run well, they sound really nifty, and feel great to drive or ride
in.
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? Anyone have anything else to add?
;-)
Ken Boetzer
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