[eclectic]

I am considering acquiring an interesting car powered by a Mercury Flathead, 1953 or so, I believe 4.2 litres.

Can anyone tell me how many horses can be got from this mill? We all know that 'C' types for example go much better today than they did then, so presumably the Mercury will too?

There's not much point restoring something that would always start last and end last!

Any suggestions of specialists for this type of engine rebuild would be most welcome.