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Since you know the VIN, for a nominal $$ some states will run a title history for you. I've done it a few times. You may find the owner, if it has been recently registered. You could try Minn. and Iowa.

If you're close to a copart, I have another idea. Watch for a recent Polaris Slingshot (not the earlier GM engine). The Polaris should be light, the ECM and harness, etc. and Miata transmission in one shot. 210 horses with factory reliability. The people that buy them crash with incredible frequency, so copart has a bunch. Alas, it may take a while to find a stick shift as most riders choose automatic.

Volkswagen Type 1. Built 1938-2003. Same basic engine throughout. Added FI etc. at the end. But they all drove remarkably the same. Same steering feel, same sound, same shifting...

" C'est la Vie. I have to remember that this is a totally-stock 1700 Super Sprint and I can't expect miracles." If you're fast it's the driver. If you're slow, it's the car.

"UK/Ireleand were able to do a tour here in the same way how we can drive our cars to Canada and why we see Quebec plates around upstate NY quite a bit. You're allowed to temporary have your car in other countries as a visitor. Less common with cars from the other continent for obvious reasons but you're allowed to do so nonetheless. You could drive your 7 in Europe if you wanted to." The temporary importer to the US must be a legal resident of the other country. You can't bring over a bargain British car to drive for a period, then return it, unless you can prove legal residency in England. Like Croc said, too complicated to be worth it, unless not built.

You just need to drive a ways to the friend? Then it will be flushed to be refilled with new coolant? Why not just top off with water for this excursion?

I thought we grade on a Curve, so all builders get an A.

Off this topic, but @Croc you're going to have to tell me about the 1965 Holman Moody Mustang. Certainly doesn't look like a FIA Group 2 from '65. I dragged a 68 or 69 customer H.M. back from Mexico, and a bunch of '65-69 Trans Am Mustangs and Shelbys. PM or post in "other cars" section.

You could hava V8: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/lotus-seven-roadster/?utm_source=Iterable&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=campaign_2648441

Hyper is an appropriate handle. You are burning it up with this build. Going for a "solo-regular garage" speed record? Keep up the great work. You must be hyper anxious to enjoy the driving.

Congrats on the scope good fortune. That's a new one as far as I have heard. Too bad Champion wasn't more help, it would have been nice to know the original length to compare with an autopsy of the bad one.. I'm a bit surprised they didn't ask to see it. I wonder how hard the electrode material is. All's well that ends well.

Thanks for posting. Great photos and a wonderful article on the Ferguson. What a master piece!

Looks like the Cobras cleaned house.

Completely off topic, but what a car. 30 odd photos with interesting details. Amazing: https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/1924-mercedes-benz-targa-florio-race-car-first-drive-review-feature/photos/

Congratulations. Nice looking car. Ditto the wanna see the intake.

Did someone mention carrying a tool bag with tie wire, zip ties, tools (minus the one you will really need)?

Scott, He is just working on the car. Or on gardening leave. Or cooking some Spam.

More bespoke. Remember we're talking about the V16 made from thin air. Too bad about the shabby interior? But, it's a race car.

Just wondering... Does your crewman reach down and help with the submarine belt(s) like on TV?

I cannot imagine what it cost them to do this car. Same folks that made the Auto Union replica gran prix cars. https://www.magnetomagazine.com/secret-auto-union-revealed-at-goodwood/?inf_contact_key=bc641ddfc88e0bf9ad7f0f060a0754a3680f8914173f9191b1c0223e68310bb1

Totally agree with sanding. If you personally know a cop, they have all kind of groovy equipment in the Stolen car area to read through paint, and alterations, etc.

Speaking of DMVs. I paid ($17?) for a copy of a file for some old car to TXDOT. Never got anything. California told me they will not search anything older than 10 years ago without a court order.

You can also gain a little space by removing the pads and just putting friction tape on brake and clutch pedals.

Great shot of Pikes Peak.

Check the SCCA website for the car that usually wins DM at Nationals and see what is running at other national tour stops. From the few photos I recall, I would bet you are up against 200 HP (bike) and 900 pounds. Like Bernie said, the cars are custom built race cars. A WCM should be able to hold its own in Region, Division and no idea about Pro and Tour stuff. Just depends on who shows up. I wouldn't let all that be too big a concern in buying a good WCM.