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Skipperdog
06-14-2001, 10:40 PM
Thanks to Mick for the reply to my query regarding the 1980 McLaren Mustang Turbo. However, the one I am researching is a convertible with a Mercedes top and rear end 4 cylinder turbo, 4 speed.

w.w.

Mick
06-15-2001, 12:14 AM
The JPG images of '80 McLaren Mustang I sent to you depict the only model I have seen and read about(2.3T, 4-speed manual, hatchback, unsubstantiated production numbers). Production Mustang convertibles(converted from coupes by Cars & Concepts) started in '83. Are you sure you're not confusing the '80 McLaren Mustang with the '84-'86 ASC/McLaren Capri and/or '86-'90 ASC/McLaren Mustang (http://home1.gte.net/5liter/mmr/ascMclaren.htm)?

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1983 Mustang GT (http://www.mustanggt.org/photo/83tuttle.htm) 306/T-5(project in progress)
1994 Ranger Splash (http://www.geocities.com/mt83rd/index.html?986572015220) 4.0L/A4LD(daily driver)

Skipperdog
06-15-2001, 10:18 PM
This particular Mustang was made in October 1979. My problem is I was told it is a McLaren. It's a Mustang front with a Mercedes rear as previously stated. I was told that it is one of a very VERY limited number. But can't determine the accuracy of this data. It is not one that some individual has made - it's a Ford production.

I've been trying to find out if anyone else has one and can tell me background data.

Thanks!