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Re: spitfire MPG

To: triumphs@mcleodusa.net, triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: spitfire MPG
From: Chip19474@aol.com
Date: Mon, 30 Oct 2000 07:53:08 EST
In a message dated 00-10-29 18:23:17 EST, triumphs@mcleodusa.net writes:

<< Anyone have a good idea as to the gas mileage for the various spitfires?
 
 TIA
 
 KG >>

Judging from my '70 Mk3 and the earlier 1147cc Spit 4 I owned, I would say 
that 28 to 35 mpg - combined highway & short trips - reasonable driving style 
(redline every other shift!) - is a good range for an unrestored but well 
maintained engine.

So that covers roughly 1962 to 1971.....I can't comment on the 1500 cc Spits 
- especially those afflicted with the curse of US federal emissions equipment.

Chip Krout
'76 TR6 CF57822U (restoration underway & looking quite spiffy)
'70 Spit Mk3  FDU78512L (still enjoying the fall weather)

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