That might be the case, but it's hearse for cheapo jobs. I can't really imagine the performance normally used would require an 8 port motor.Johnny wrote:If this is the same family, the Startin's were long term coachbuilders.
The engine may have been for this car.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/boo66/577 ... 782837611/
http://www.aronline.co.uk/blogs/facts-a ... illie-son/
The name and area might certainly lean towards them buying the engine and they certainly have close connections with Austin.