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Re: Long Legs..............
« Reply #15 on: 21 June 2012, 20:56:14 »
ok I may be biased, but a scimitar is cheap has loads of legroom, (mate at 6 ft 10 has no problem) and a few have had omega V6 transplants.
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« Reply #16 on: 21 June 2012, 21:03:14 »
Any TR up to & including TR6 :y
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« Reply #17 on: 21 June 2012, 21:48:22 »
Having been driving a MX5 today for a mate I'll second that it's probably big enough, although getting in and out can be fun ::)

Did well today actually... W Plate, 55k (documented), fairly comprehensive history, full MOT, £1400 :y
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« Reply #18 on: 21 June 2012, 22:45:21 »
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« Reply #19 on: 22 June 2012, 00:44:15 »
RX8 is apparently mucho fun to drive, but fuel and oil consumption are a bit high to say the least. Averages around 23-25mpg, with reports that 'enthusiastic' driving see that average drop to sub 15mpg.  Many drivers report using at least a litre of oil every 1000 miles.

Grin inducing, but wallet emptying.  :y
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« Reply #20 on: 22 June 2012, 00:49:15 »
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« Reply #21 on: 22 June 2012, 18:52:04 »
Is the RX8 the rotary engine ? Did that technology never quite take off and is that why it is so thirsty for oil ?
If it is the rotary engine what is its durability (when is it likely to blow up ?)
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« Reply #22 on: 22 June 2012, 19:35:29 »
Quote from: Lioned on 22 June 2012, 18:52:04
Is the RX8 the rotary engine ? Did that technology never quite take off and is that why it is so thirsty for oil ?
If it is the rotary engine what is its durability (when is it likely to blow up ?)

The tip seals on a rotary engine have to be lubricated by total loss. It's the nature of the beast, a little like a 2 stroke engine.

Not as durable as a piston engine, undoubtedly, but a very light engine that revs to the heavens and develops a lot of power for its' weight, and it also keeps the C of G low. Perfect in a sports car that gets weekend use. Arguably less suitable for a motorway mile-muncher. Good compliment to an Omega in fact. :y
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Re: Long Legs..............
« Reply #23 on: 22 June 2012, 21:49:57 »
This one might fit the bill! ;D



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Re: Long Legs..............
« Reply #24 on: 22 June 2012, 22:04:01 »
Quote from: Turk on 22 June 2012, 00:49:15
Quote from: sticka_v8_init on 21 June 2012, 22:45:21
Jag XKR rag top? Saab 9-3 rag top?   or maybe this   http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MARLIN-CABRIO-V8-/120934818468?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item1c2846e2a4#ht_600wt_1344

 :y :y :y

WHAT!...needs rid of the crappy SU's and some serious work on the heads, cams and block to make it realy good!
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