Both the blue X (Wayne's creation) and Blackie the black X are available for sale.
George is likely handling the blueX, as per this post.
Blackie has been on jack stands in the lower level of the house for perhaps five years. I remember Mike saying that he was going to swap motors due to some engine smoke. There is a fresh 1500 on an engine stand in the garage. We all know there is not one spot of rust in the body, as per Mike's tireless efforts to seek and kill the tinworm.
Perhaps a great project for someone ready to oversee the mechanical swap?
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There will be an informal celebration and storytelling session on Saturday June 25th at his house. Starts at 1pm, goes until the last person leaves. Marc Mittelstead will be there, and would love to hear your stories about Mike.
16800 SE Rock Creek Court, Clackamas, 97015
1pm until the door closes.
When you arrive, you will be given a Coors because Mike said "If it ain't Coors, it ain't ****!"
If you choose to drink it, or pour it out on the driveway as a tribute to Mike, that is your choice.
In the house and garage, we will be telling stories of Mike.
Just show up, no need to RSVP. If we need to buy more Coors, then Fred Meyer is just down the street.
If there are any remaining Fiat parts, literature, or other treasures, you will be invited to take them home with you. Mike would have wanted them to go to good homes.
There may still be a few items for sale:
The famous black X1/9, still stored in the lower level. Comes with a spare motor on a stand in the garage.
The blue X1/9 with the V6 transplant by Wayne. George Ramos is working on getting it running, so it may or may not be available.
Pair of tan Corbeau seats, with NOS caramel seat covers.
If you are interested in these items, please let me know immediately via phone at 503-703-0618.
--Mark