While perusing craigslist, I found something I couldn't pass up.
A 1976 1500cc Spitfire in BRG with a straight body, bone stock for $750.00. California origin, rust free, been in storage for the past 20 years. And I am going to do a full restoration. If you guys want, I'll do step by step pictures for you as well
Anyways, I am wondering what your opinions would be, as far as modifications to the car. It is going to be registered DEQ-wise to a rural area, so I don't necessarily have to follow emissions laws. I was thinking of removing the catalytic converter, putting on K&N's, twin SU HS2's or maybe Webers, electronic ignition (not sure if I want to go through the mapping yet or not), new manifolds and a new exhaust. Any recommendations as far as the engine is concerned, given what I am considering doing? Other modifications to look into? This does have overdrive stock, as well as the 9:1 compression ratio due to it being a '76.
I have to do a 7 hour road trip this weekend to haul it back to my workshop. Can't wait It is quite dusty because it has been sitting. I imagine I am going to have do seals and brakes, and a general overhaul on it due to it having been sitting garaged for so long. Anyways, without further adieu, pictures... Enjoy