On 27 Aug 1996, Francois Demont wrote:
> Bill, Bernard, Mike, Andy
>
> Ten days ago you mentionned all the differences for the model 1970 Spitfire.
> Everything seems the same in France, except our 70 MK3 have a steering lock
> (same as MKIV). Did you forget it, or do we have more thiefs here on the old
> continent ?
Don't know about those thieves -- we certainly have our share, I'm sure
-- but you're right in that 1970 was the first year for the steering
column lock on U.S. spec. Spitfire Mk.3, as well as TR6 and GT6 sold here.
What about wheel covers/hubcaps/other wheel trim? What did French
versions have on the 4.5" plain steel wheels? BTW, center-lock wire
wheels were no longer an option on U.S. 1970 model Spitfires, either.
--Andy
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