I am thinking about picking up a CMC Gazelle kit car, it's a supposed to be a replica of sorts of a 1929 Mercedes. And, while it may not look much like that, perhaps it is cool in its own right? Or not?
Normally these were air-cooled VW or Pinto powered. However, part of what appeals to me about this one is that it's sporting a Toyota 20R engine (as used in 1970s trucks). It's also also a 5 speed manual (no idea what from). Given it's light weight, it scoots right along.
The seating position is a bit unusual, as one is very low to the ground, but didn't seem terrible to me, and I'd work on some adjustments, maybe a better seat. It needs some minor tuning up, but overall seems a solid runner. I'll have to jump through a few hoops to get it registered, but I am not worried about doing that, as I have dealt with other involved situations before.
So, just based on the merits, or lack thereof, of the car itself, what are your thoughts? Cool? Not so cool? Any one here here ever own one?
Normally these were air-cooled VW or Pinto powered. However, part of what appeals to me about this one is that it's sporting a Toyota 20R engine (as used in 1970s trucks). It's also also a 5 speed manual (no idea what from). Given it's light weight, it scoots right along.
The seating position is a bit unusual, as one is very low to the ground, but didn't seem terrible to me, and I'd work on some adjustments, maybe a better seat. It needs some minor tuning up, but overall seems a solid runner. I'll have to jump through a few hoops to get it registered, but I am not worried about doing that, as I have dealt with other involved situations before.
So, just based on the merits, or lack thereof, of the car itself, what are your thoughts? Cool? Not so cool? Any one here here ever own one?
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