1964 Meyers Manx "Old Red"
Engine
4-cyl. 96.7cid/46hp 1bbl
Original engine
No
Body Style
Two-seater fiberglass dune buggy
Exterior color
Tangerine Red lacquer
Interior color
Black
Paint and exterior
Old Red, was painted in a Tangerine Red (closer to orange) over its original gel coat in the 1970s by Miller-Havens Enterprises when it was completely restored. The undercarriage and chassis components are all finished in flat black.
Upholstery and interior
The Manx features many interior parts from a Volkswagen Beetle including black vinyl seats, steering wheel, instruments and pedal assembly. The dash and interior panels are finished in Tangerine Red.
Engine
Air-cooled circa-1973 Volkswagen Thing (Type 181) 4-cyl. 1595ccd horizontally-opposed, OHV engine rated at 46 hp. Solex 28 PICT 1bbl. 1963 Volkswagen synchronized 4-speed transaxle.
Mileage
Old Red was used by Manx creator, Bruce Meyers extensively in period for both recreational driving and competition. It is currently in running condition. Its total mileage is unknown.
Wheels and tires
14" front, 15" rear steel wheels with center caps, 7.35 – 14 front/ G70 – 15 Gates Commando XT 70 rear bias-ply tires