1965 Griffith 200 Restoration Complete

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After nearly 10 years, thanks to a long list of friends and family, my Griffith 200 restoration is finally complete!

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Check out the below videos!

Edited by sunbeamtiger65 on Tuesday 2nd February 22:26

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Special thanks to some of the original members of the Griffith Club for their knowledge, assistance, and inspiration!

Edited by sunbeamtiger65 on Tuesday 2nd February 22:19

Edited by sunbeamtiger65 on Tuesday 2nd February 22:20

Edited by sunbeamtiger65 on Tuesday 2nd February 22:24

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Thanks for all the positive comments! A labor of love, really. As for the license plate, I live in Florida, USA....only one plate required. I owe a debt of gratitude to many of the Pistonheads members over the years. For all of those who provided information, skill, parts and photos (to name just a few)...I thank you...I thank you...I thank you! Cheers to my friends on the other side of the pond!

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I'm 6' 1" and 275 pounds. I don't really get in a Griffith as much as put it on. Having said that, once I am in the car...its rather comfy and fits like a glove...to say the least. As far as the wheel...I love the look and feel of the classic wooden sportscar wheel. I don't think I would change it even for the extra room.

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As far as the power...you are right...it does go and go and go. The engine is a HIPO 289 that has been balanced and blueprinted producing more than enough horsepower to do with as you please. I have done much more spirited driving in the Griffith than the video illustrates and the car felt limitless through all the gears. Unfortunately, I couldn't say the same for my courage.

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The engine idles smooth at 800 rpm. The dual chambered exhaust and external microphone may be altering the perception slightly.

Edited by sunbeamtiger65 on Friday 5th February 19:53