Back in my early 20s, I had a '60 Sprite and later a '64 MGB. And both, as others have mentioned, were encarcerated by the Prince of Darkness - Lucas. I think I had less electrical trouble w/the MGB than the Sprite. The SU carbs were easy to adjust after I had been told how to do it. I agree, the MGB was a fun car. I would recommend the earlier cars w/the real bumpers and the knock-off hubs. The US DOT really started brutalizing these later cars. A TR4 is also a great option. In March, I spotted a 65 Austin Healy 3000 in San Francisco that I would have given anything for. This is another consideration, for the plump can fit in them a little easier.

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