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Daily News from New York, New York • 591

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Daily Newsi
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New York, New York
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591
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4 OCl LCi Realistic Pit Stop mercury a Performance is the theme at the Lincoln-Mercury Division's stand at the Coliseum. Visitors will be able to observe Comet or Mercury performance on the race tracks and at Pikes Peak in a set of unique displays. jSt1 Most exciting of the exhibits is I French Beauty in U.S. Debut The Tarpon by American Motors one of many "idea cars'1 i r-t 07 a periodic reenactment of the pit stops which occurred during the Comet Durability Run on the International Speedway at Daytona Beach, last September and October. During the actual run, which took 40 days and nights, each of the specially-prepared 1964 Comets made approximately 480 pit stops, pulling in once every two hours.

During these stops drivers were changed, gas tanks filled, windshield cleaned, engine and tires checked and routine maintenance was performed. Same As Regular Race Since this time was counted into the 105-plus m.pi. average that the cars maintained for more than 100,000 miles, the pit stops were similar to those used in big-time auto racing, averaging about display at the International Auto Show in the Coliseum. Rambler's Show Cor Is Tarpon, a Hardtop Highlight of the Rambler exhibit at the Coliseum will be a specially-designed show car which American Motors officials described as a radical new styling concept. I i A two-door hardtop -with full fastback styling: and an advanced-concept interior.

Rambler calls it the Tarpon. Only 52 SO seconds. To illustrate these stops one of the actual cars, drivers and pit crew teams from Daytona Beach A fresh example of French engineering and Italian coach work, the Pengeot 404 cabriolet is among the many imports being shown for the first tiro in America at the International A at Show. Featnring the same fall reflex suspension system and the mm motor as the familiar 404 sedan, the convertible cruises at more than 90 m.p.h. and is fitted with leather upholstery and leatherette trim.

The body was designed by Pininfarina of Italy. The ear sells here for $3,995. will reenact pit stops in races against the clock during the Coli seum show hours. ished in black sable vinyl matching the roof paneL Sports-Car Wheel A sports-car steering wheel, made of spring aluminum, features a deeply-recessed hub for safety. The wheel rim is trimmed with natural walnut wood which complements the walnut accents on the inside door panels.

In addition to the Tarpon, show visitors can inspect three distinct lines of compacts- These include the completely restyled '64 Rambler American, the luxury Ambassador V-8 and the new Classic Six and V-8. The action of the pit crew is inches high with 13-inch aluminum wheels contributing- to its low-slung silhouette, the Tarpon has a 106-inch wheelbase, the same as the '64 Rambler American, and an overall length of 180 inches. Roof Panel Flows The roof panel is set off with a black vinyl insert extending from the front to just above the bumper. The car accommodates four persons in bucket seats fin heightened by tape recordings of the actual pit stops. Although the car remains stationary, sound effects portray its high-speed arrival at the pit, the change of drivers, servicing operations and the roar of its engine as it returns to the run.

Viewers can effects, spinning wheels and flashing lights dramatizing the twisting and turning high altitude race. The Lincoln-Mercury exhibit also features a variety of 1964 models. time the stop with the aid of a giant stopwatch. Movies of tne Daytona run also will be shown. Mercury's win of the Pikes Peak auto hill climb last July 4 is highlighted in a scenic mountain exhibit that provides sound When you see a Continental, take a second look.

Notice the kind of person who enjoys it. Then experience the Continental yourself the sedan you see here or the unique four-door convertible. Discover its increased spaciousness, its ride, its luxury, its comfort. You will know what makes the Continental America's most distinguished motorcar. Lincoln Continental UNCOLN-MEHCURY DIVISION MOTOR COMPANY CENTRAL LINCOLN-MERCURY CORP.

2001 COMCV SLAND AVENUI ROOKLYM. NEW YORK GOLD RING LINCOLN-MERCURY CORP. 1442 EASTERN PARKWAY BROOKLYN. NEW YORK EMPIRE LINCOLN-MERCURY, INC. 1799 BROADWAY NEW YORK, N.T.

AMD STtCT AND 1ST AVENUI TRIO MOTORS. INC 3S5 GRAND COMCOURS1 RONX. NEW YORK MANES' JAMAICA LINCOLN-MERCURY CORP. 139-01 HILLSIDE AVENUI AND 153-J HILLSOE AVENUI JAMAICA. N.Y.

LILLIAN MOTORS. INC 1355 CASTLETON AVENUE STATEN ISLAND. NEW YORK EL RAY MOTORS. INC 75-10 NORTHERN BLVD. JACKSON HEIGHTS, N.Y.

AND 3S-1S NORTHERN BLVB. LONG ISLAND CITY. N.Y. MORLEE SALES CORPORATION 52 St AVENUE BROOKLYN. NEW YORK.

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