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Mg Mgb And Mgb V8 Information
Produced by British Leyland the MGAs replacement the MGB became the number one selling sports car with an extremely sleek design.
Rapid sales saw the MGB initially a soft top released as GT and GT V8 versions. The 1800cc 4 cylinder engine was quick for its day capable of reaching 060mph in eleven seconds and producing just under 100hp. Due to advances in production such as the monocoque chassis MGB was able to produce a lighter model compared to the rivals of the day such as the Triumphs. Coupled with the advances in performance was the progress in the MGB safety features including the first crumple zones.
The MGB GT was a hard top version released in 1965. Although the rear of the car was limited due to the use of a small bench instead of full seats the hard top was said to have better handling and higher top speed due to a more rigid chassis and better aerodynamics. Being one of the first ever hatchbacks the MGB GT was popular due to its versatile nature. The rear space offered a large flat luggage area due to the folding rear seats creating a more practical solution for a lot of drivers.
The MGB GT V8 was introduced in 1973 powered by the Rover V8 thus the MGB GT V8 was a much powerful variation and was capable of very respectable performance figures. Top speed of 125 mph and going 060mph around the 8 second mark.
During the successful MGB production there was the release of the mk2 and mk3 MGB. These new variations saw slight tweaks to the original MGB model mainly small changes to the exterior such as the grille bumper and windscreen wipers. A more notable introduction was that of the MGBs sister the MG MGB. The MGB was powered by a 2.9L 6 cylinder engine capable of reaching close to 120mph and output just under 150hp which made it a much powerful alternative to the popular MGB. Slight changes were made to the exterior of the MGB most noted was the larger wheels and power bulge on the bonnet.
The once very popular sports car ceased production in 1980 due to slowing sale figures.
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Classic Cars For Sale is a FREE classifieds classic car web site with lots of information about classic cars. The UK’s number one classic car web site and voted the worlds second most useful car web site in the Telegraph.Making Money With Classic Automobiles By Norm Stamm
Making Money With Classic Automobiles by Norm Stamm
Many people list classic automobiles as one of their passions however the opportunity to make money from classic automobiles is often overlooked. Like anything adding value is often the best way to ensure that you make money from being involved in something you love. However another important aspect you are going to have to grasp should you wish to make money from cars is that you cannot keep them forever! You are going to have to buy them do them up fall in love and then let them go!
Choosing The Right Car
When it comes to buying cars and doing them up with a view to making a profit you are going to have to ensure that you buy the right kind of car in the first place. So how is that done? Well first you have to consider demand. If you buy a classic car with a view to improving it and the car is not very sought after then no matter how much work you do it is not going to pay off. That’s why you have to get involved in classic car communities online read classic car magazines and go to shows that way you will get a feel for the kind of cars that people are looking for. Perhaps you will be able to decide on a decade type brand or model of car that you wish to target. Once you have decided which car to buy it’s time to consider how you are going to go about buying it!
Classic Automobiles Auctions
Classic car auctions can be the best way to pick up a bargain. When you visit a classic car auction you will be presented with a variety of models to choose between. If a model comes up that interests you don’t feel like you have to go all out to take it home with you. Going in with that approach will almost guarantee your purchase will be too high and your profits are going to suffer as a result. Decide on the maximum price you can afford to pay for a car before you start bidding and as soon as the price goes over your maximum budget stop it is as simple as that!
Doing It Up!
Before going on to sell your car you are going to have to “do it up” to add value to it. This stage is often the most difficult but fun. It is always possible to add value to a car by investing hours and money into it. Consider giving your classic car a paint job or anything else that will make it look better and ultimately perform better.
Going Going Gone!
When it’s time to sell your classic automobile make sure you are going to be selling it at a price that will more than cover your costs and will leave you with a tidy profit. As you have bought your car from an auction consider a more specialist outlet for selling it. This could include a collector or a company/auction for the particular brand or genre of car that you are selling.
About the writer: Norm Stamm is the cofounder of the Web’s premier site for showing off hot rods and classic automobiles. Visit his antique car show site MyOwnCarShow.com and learn how to make your own car show online for free.
Local Stock Car Short Track Nostalgia
What was your earliest memory of auto racing? I remember watching a weekly TV show called “Jalopy Races From Hollywood”. This was my earliest memory of having interest in following the sport of auto racing.
One of my most favorite memories when growing up in the 50′s and 60′s was being able to hear the auto racing action stock cars and open cockpit midget at Freeport Speedway in Freeport New York from two 2 towns away. They ran races during the summer on Tuesday night Friday night and Saturday night. Going to the races as a spectator was also a rush for me.
I loved everything about it the smell of racing fuel burning rubber sawdust and hot dogs from the food concessions. During the late 50′s and early 60′s the racing drew large crowds of spectators. I can see in my minds eye to this day all the activity the vendors selling race collectibles the sound and smell of the concession stands pop corn hot dogs and the like. I can still hear the beer vendor as his went up and down the stands yelling out the familiar phrase of “Get Ya Cold Beer Here” Of course I was too young to become one of his customers. Other vendors sold copies of Speedway News programs hot dogs replica racing flags and many more items.
Some of the great racers that ran a Freeport Stadium are Les Ley Jim Lacy One of my favorites Bruno Brackey aka the Flying Mailman due to his day job George and Ed Brunnhoelzl George Brunnhoelzl Jr. George Jr. built the famed Brunnhoelzl jack used by many NASCAR Winston Cup teams today. Axel Anderson Richie Evans Jerry Cook Charlie Jarzombek Gary Winters Fred Harbach George Wagner Bill Spade Tom Baldwin Red Raynor Reinhardt and many more.
Freeport Stadium had gone through a series of different promoters over the years. This list included the names Kedenburg Larry Mendelsohn Duke Donaldson and Don Campi. Duke Donaldson was well know as the voice of Freeport Speedway. As the track announcer Donaldson for many years opened a race event with announcing “Ladies and Gentlemen. Welcome to Freeport Stadium the oldest continuouslyrun racetrack in the United States” and thanking everyone for visiting “Freeport Speedway in tropical Freeport.” His style did much to create a feeling of great action and professionalism for any given race event.
The second half of the 60′s began a decline in the popularity of stock car racing in Freeport. There were still many promotions being done but paid attendance declined.
Racing at Freeport took a final curtain in 1983 after 50 years of continuous operation.
About the writer: Bill Wallmuller aka Mr. Merokee is the author of several information guide Websites such as: http://www.autoracingsports.com