[Heybuck]

Driven my '66 Grand Prix just under 60,000 miles since I brought it into Australia. Done many long distance trips of of over 2000 miles and one where we drove it right up the centre of Australia and right down the East coast back to home. That was an 11,000 mile circuit.

Only problems I've ever had in 25 years was a blocked fuel sock (in the tank) and a failing starter both of which still got us home.

Next year I was planning a right round Australia trip in it but that's been put on hold (wifes medical issues) but hopefully 2026 might see us go.

Ian

[Heybuck]

Originally Posted by Heybuck

Driven my '66 Grand Prix just under 60,000 miles since I brought it into Australia. Done many long distance trips of of over 2000 miles and one where we drove it right up the centre of Australia and right down the East coast back to home. That was an 11,000 mile circuit.

Ian

I should add to this that not long after I got my GP I found the original diff ratio to be hopeless for cruising. It had a 3.23 open rear.

I got a 2.56 Posi, had it gone through and installed it. Transformed the car.

Prior ratio had it revving hard to the point it was intolerable. The 2.56 makes such a lovely long cruiser. I don't need fast off the line nor do I drive in mountains. I just wanted a car with long legs that burbles along without a fuss.