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Originally Posted by simon drabble
it is John - I guess the point is this, could the FIA decide to take HTP from manx tailed cars if the same way that they have moved the goalposts on the Griffith?
I presume if the difference is purely cosmetic they are fairly relaxed as it is not enhancing performance - or does it?
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A very clear and accurate summary above, Jim
As an owner of both a MkIII 1800 (an original 1800 engined car) and a MkIII 1800S, the only difference I can see is the kamm tail and this arguably increases drag. I would be very happy if the car made 140mph; it certainly has never been near that although I guess it may be possible on extremely long straights such as the 4.5km at the Nordschleife with a 90mph entry speed and the right gearing. Mine pulled almost exactly the same speed up the Kemmel Straight at the Spa Summer Classic as my MGB does in 6 Hours trim.
If there is ever any issue with the eligibility I would argue that it should be with MKIIIs with chassis 7/xxx which should be running 1622 MGA engines as the factory cars did at Le Mans in period.