+2 history
Posted: Mon Feb 14, 2005 1:31 pm
I wonder if someone can answer a question about my +2 which has been
puzzling me since I brought the car.
The car is an early +2. This is confirmed by the 2 fuse wiring, toggle
switches, non collapsible steering column etc. However the log book
describes it as a +2s. I have always taken this an error by the original
agent/DVLC but under several layers of paint at the rear of the car I found
the location holes on either side for a badge, right where the "S" badges
are located.
Now, I have mentioned before the car was originally destined for the US, but
for some reason was sold in the UK. When I brought it , the original
reflectors on each corner were still fitted, and it did once have Strombergs
and high backed seats
So, is the car a hybrid? Were the original +2's sold in the States marketed
as "S" but based on the earlier model or were badges added by one of the
many previous owner?
Perhaps I should call time team!
David
puzzling me since I brought the car.
The car is an early +2. This is confirmed by the 2 fuse wiring, toggle
switches, non collapsible steering column etc. However the log book
describes it as a +2s. I have always taken this an error by the original
agent/DVLC but under several layers of paint at the rear of the car I found
the location holes on either side for a badge, right where the "S" badges
are located.
Now, I have mentioned before the car was originally destined for the US, but
for some reason was sold in the UK. When I brought it , the original
reflectors on each corner were still fitted, and it did once have Strombergs
and high backed seats
So, is the car a hybrid? Were the original +2's sold in the States marketed
as "S" but based on the earlier model or were badges added by one of the
many previous owner?
Perhaps I should call time team!
David