On 2/14/07, b-evans@earthlink.net <b-evans@earthlink.net> wrote:
Michael...
As Jay pointed out, all available evidence demonstrates the badges
attached to the vehicles when they left the factory were gold in
color, and no evidence has been presented to the contrary. No one is
doubting that there may have been chrome ones produced for aftermarket
sales.
Not to get anyone started kicking Horler around, but, he has done more
research than most of us on this list. Page 19 of the HC OS&M states
next to the top photo "Proprietary Lucas lamp units, as found on a
number of other contemporary vehicles. The Sprite badge is correctly
finished in gold with red lettering. A chromed badge would be a modern
reproduction. Fuel cap is the BMC optional lockable type made by
Wilmot Breeden."
Take it for what it's worth.........
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