Re: Mazda was 164, Shifter Cable?? I think not

[Bernie & Diana Bennett <bennetts@domain.elided>]

Name a Car company that won Le Mans in this decade and has marketed two
revolutionary engine technologies? Oh yes, Mr. Smith has provided the answer below
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C M Smith wrote:

> Nope, the 164 uses the neato double rod type shifter originally pioneered
> by... Mazda!!   ... BTW, that Mazda shifter is still one of the best FWD
> transverse shifters
> out there, and has anyone checked out the suspension of a 626 or even a
> Protege? Looks familiar to us 164 owners I can tell you, and who used it
> first? Mazda. No I don't prefer my Mazda to my 164, but it is important to
> remain objective. Alfas are about spirit and soul. Mazdas are about
> avoiding Bankruptcy and getting to the church on time, time after time.
> Michael Smith
> Calgary, Alberta
> Canada
> 91 Alfa 164L, White, original owner

Bernie Bennett
Brenham, TX USA

PS Never been to Alberta, how far are you from Portland, OR USA. Gotta plan a side
trip for next summer's Alfa Convention. bjb

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