Monthly Archives: April 2011

In Search of a Manx Norton – Part Two

By Legacy Motorsport | Published: April 21, 2011
Ron Grable's 1957 Manx Norton

Through college and working years, my Manx search continued unabated. I scoured classified ads, vintage motorcycle magazines, and even eBay. Finally, the stars aligned and a Honda dealership in Toronto, Canada advertised a ’57 30M (500cc).

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In Search of a Manx Norton

By Legacy Motorsport | Published: April 5, 2011
Duff Manx Norton

As a teenager, my friends were focused on hotrods, girls and Elvis—in that order. I, on the other hand, was fascinated by Grand Prix motorcycle racing.

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The 959 – Porsche’s First Supercar

By Legacy Motorsport | Published: April 4, 2011
Keeping the basic 911 shape yet taking into account the increased performance of the 959, the stylists added flared fenders for the wider tires, more air inlets for the brakes and a permanent rear deck wing for increased traction, all wrapped in a sleeker, more aerodynamic body. From the side, it is easier to distinguish the 959 from the familiar 911.

25 years ago Porsche introduced a revolutionary sports car that stunned the automotive world – the 959.

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