quote:Originally posted by Mark Charlton:
The Euro Mangustas had a hotted up 289 but some Euro cars and almost (if not) all American market cars were shipped with a pretty basic Ford 302 V8. Not much for pep which is a good thing since the Goose isn't really known for being a driver-friendly car.
I remember reading an interview with a well-known Goose owner who, when asked what the car's best feature was responded (and this is from enhanced memory, not literally what he said): "I'd have to say the most enjoyable aspect of Mangusta ownership is sitting in a comfortable chair with a fine cigar, a glass of good scotch and just looking at it". It's all I do with mine at the moment (well, except the cigars and scotch...).
Mark
In an early Motor Trend or Car and Driver article, the author wrote "there are many other cars that I would rather drive but none that I'd rather be seen in"
I found this to be so true. In my opinion, it was one of the most uncomfortable cars that I have ever driven but it turned heads more than any car that I have ever owned. I spent many an hour cleaning and admiring it which make up my fonder memories of owning that car!