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Old 03-25-2011, 11:23 PM   #30 (permalink)
Clev
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The Clunker (retired) - '90 Honda Accord EX sedan
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If the 36hp engine could get a Beetle to freeway speeds, maybe one of the Kubota diesels can do the same with your car? I think people have done Honda swaps as well. If so, the Civic VX engine with lean burn might get you to 80 mpg.

Your other diesel option might be the one from the Smart, but you'd have to import it.
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