Case Studies
Technical
Body
1971 GT in Bronze Yellow with Brown pinstripes and chrome finishing strip.

Engine
1293cc with 276 cam, modified cylinder head and twin HS4 Carbs.

Transmission
Standard Close ratio gearbox.

Suspension
Standard rubber cone with Koni shocks.

Brakes
7.5” discs with servo.  Rear drums.

Wheels and Tyres
10 inch Rostyle wheels and 165/70 x 10 Falken tyres.

Interior
Standard GT interior.
Restoration Case Study
Words by Rachael D'Cruze
Photography by David Wigmore
Original Rostyle Wheels
1275 Legend
Ready for road test
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