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Frank Lee · 09-15-2011, 08:55 AM

Is it belt drive?

Sven7 · 09-15-2011, 02:51 PM

Absolutely awesome car. I posted it on Japanese Nostalgic Car- hope you don't mind.

Japanese Nostalgic Car • View topic - 173 MPG Honda N600 on Ebay!

SoobieOut · 09-15-2011, 04:38 PM

Bidding ends in 6 days. Only at $1K right now. Would be a great project if I had space.

wildthings · 09-21-2011, 04:19 PM

Hey guys- here is an update at the final hour: Both engines turn freely. I put a socket on the flywheel of the diesel and could hear compression as it turned. With the car in gear, I pushed it and could see the piston move on the gas motor with the spark plug removed. I have a feeling it would take little to for a good mechanic to have this in motion in moments! The car has a clutch, but the stick has two cables and I am not sure if the linkage is similar to a motorcycle as it has an odd shift pattern. The seat upholstery is in very good condition overall that reflects the low miles. The nasty shag carpet has GOT TO GO!

Good luck bidding!

euromodder · 09-22-2011, 06:00 AM

If it wasn't on the other side of the Atlantic, I'd be tempted to put in a bid.

wildthings · 09-23-2011, 10:08 AM

The little Honda was loaded onto a trailer last night and heading to the new owner. It was purchased by the Sarastota Classic Car Museum. They plan to continue research and to restore the car for display. I am glad it will be preserved and shown to the public.

euromodder · 09-23-2011, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by wildthings

The little Honda was loaded onto a trailer last night and heading to the new owner. It was purchased by the Sarasota Classic Car Museum. They plan to continue research and to restore the car for display. I am glad it will be preserved and shown to the public.

That's good news.

Sarasota Classic Car Museum

Frank Lee · 09-23-2011, 06:42 PM

Does anyone know how the drivetrain is configured? wildthings doesn't feel like telling me.

Xist · 07-19-2012, 09:30 AM

Did anyone make it out to that part of Florida to get a closer look? The museum website does not seem to offer any information on individual cars.

redneck · 07-19-2012, 11:31 AM

I called the museum. The car can be viewed and is on display now.
Time for a road trip...

Does anyone know or remember what the final price from the ebay auction was ???

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