

Fragments on Forgotten Makes
No. 28—The Imperial The particular Imperial of which I am writing was one of the simplest of that popular if fleeting race of vehicles known as cyclecars. It came into…
TRz and TR3
” four big-ends failed within a month of purchase (50,000 miles, 2 owners). Crank, mains, big-ends replaced completely ,free of charge by dealer.”
” Big-ends went on the M — 49,000! “
” Rlew up on Autobahn at 65,000 miles. Excellent rebuilding job by Frankfurt Diumph concessionaires. Engine replaced by new unit at 70,000 miles.” “
Would seem to run indefinitely With Very little loss of efficiency.”
” One exhaust valve at 85,00o miles, another at t 51,000. Rocker shaft securing bolt at 142,000. Engine checked for wear at 109,000 and 151,000 miles — very little apparent. No replacements required.”