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MARCOS 1500/1600 release date
The classic car MARCOS 1500/1600 upcoming Coupe release date in the USA is to be announced.
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In an attempt to widen the appeal of the GT, Ford engines replaced ...
In an attempt to widen the appeal of the GT, Ford engines replaced the expensive Volvo, while the sophisticated semi-trailing arm/de Dion rear suspension layout of the 1800 was thrown out in favour of a simpler live axle. Price was usefully lower and in kit form the 1500 proved a more popular choice than its more exotic predecessor – although only 290 were made in total. Performance predictably...
In an attempt to widen the appeal of the GT, Ford engines replaced the expensive Volvo, while the sophisticated semi-trailing arm/de Dion rear suspension layout of the 1800 was thrown out in favour of a simpler live axle. Price was usefully lower and in kit form the 1500 proved a more popular choice than its more exotic predecessor – although only 290 were made in total. Performance predictably suffered, and the roadholding wasn’t as good, but widely available parts and specialist back-up today make them a sensible and charismatic DIY sports car.