Projects

1973 Fiat 124 Special T

Owner:
Mal Simmonds

Specifications:
Engine
Fiat 132 2.0L
105TC Pistons
1995cc Twin Cam
Oversized valves
40/80/80/40 Cams
Twin 45DCOE weber carbs
Oil surge protection using aque sump
Total developing 165 bhp

Gearbox
132 2.0L standard gearbox
4.4 Limited Slip Differential

Brakes
Front: Vented Uno Turbo discs
Rear: Standard discs
Manual Bias Control

Suspension
Lovell springs lowered 30mm
Koni adjustable shocks
Anti-roll bar

Wheels
Lania Beta mags
Dunlop D01J 155×60x14 Tyres

Vehicle History:
The car had only two previous owners. First was the NZ Ministry of Education (?) and the second, the Headmaster of Taumarnui High School. It came into Mals posesion in the early 90’s as an excellent example of a 124 Special T. After looking at several others in bad condition, it was almost a shame to see this beautiful classic car sacrificed to become a quality race car. As the transformation slowly got underway sadness was replaced with excitement.

Future plans:
The car in its present form is great and whilst it wont beat most of the modern race cars it is still very competitive and there is a lot of fun to be had in this car, which is of course, the most important factor in racing.

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The Fiat 124 special T in the race development: