In a message dated 99-07-24 09:21:10 EDT, kshapiro@umd5.umd.edu writes:
<< I know this is a Triumph group, but let go the bias, and tell
me what both sides think.
>>
Okay, here goes - Triumphs are easier to restore, faster, more fun to drive,
and far more interesting that MGs. Triumph owners, such as yourself, are
usually friendly, intelligent, fun-loving, helpful people whereas MG owners
are usually ...well.... the opposite - you'll see them at shows sitting behind
their cars frowning with arms folded - while the Triumph owners laugh and
talk together at their club tent. I'd rather push, or load and carry, any of
my 3
Triumphs than drive an MG.
(for the MG owners prespective, invert the marque names in the above
statements)
Sorry, but that may be my best attempt at letting go bias.
Seriously though, I don't think either marque has greater immunity from
electrical problems or rust. But having a seperate frame and body does make
a lot of things a lot easier and gemerally lowers the skill level needed to
complete a total restoration. But there is a far greater variety of cars
within the
Triumph marque ....opps there's that bias again - better stop.
Cheers
Jack Mc
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