LA Lancer Track Day Car

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It's no secret that I'm a big fan of 1970s Japanese hardtops and coupes, with a particular love of Mitsubishis of that era.  Therefore, I could never not feature this street fighting LA Lancer, even if the race meeting at which I saw it was hosted by Tasmania's premier Italian car club, Club Motori Italia.  


It's badged as a 2.0 litre but reference to the entrants' list states it's actually a 2.6!  My own GC Galant hardtop features the 2.0 Astron and benefits quite nicely for the extra 400 cc over the standard 1.6 Saturn offering, so this car clearly flies, given that the smaller, lighter Lancers were adequate in stock 1.4 litre guise and quite gutsy when fitted with a 1.6 or 1.75 litre variant of that power plant.  


There's no indication that the car's road registered, although it looks like it would pass a road worthy without any real difficulties.  It's fitted with a full cage, racing seat and a four- or five-point harness, a sports steering wheel and full instrumentation.  It's difficult to tell what other quick bits it might have fitted.  However, the state of its track tyres does suggest that it had been flung about the Baskerville circuit with a fair amount of enthusiasm!  


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  2. Hobart Auto Removal13 May 2024 at 22:46

    I always enjoy reading your track day car features! The LA Lancer looks like a blast to drive on the track. As someone passionate about cars, I find your blog really informative and engaging. Keep up the great work!

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  3. sellmycarsydney28 August 2024 at 07:13

    What a fantastic write-up on the Lancer’s performance on the track! It’s impressive to see how a well-tuned car can offer such a thrilling experience. The detailed insights into its handling and modifications really make me appreciate the engineering behind it. For those of us considering a change, it’s worth noting that finding a similarly well-maintained vehicle can make all the difference. If anyone's looking to sell used car sydney , ensuring it’s in top shape might just help you get the best value!

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