Mean Machine ?

Doug Gray · Post by **Doug Gray** » Tue Sep 24, 2013 4:18 pm

Hello I'm new to vintage karts and need a little help identifying this kart.I know it is a Rupp and was told its a mean machine . It is just a roller right now.

Chris Marchand · Post by **Chris Marchand** » Tue Sep 24, 2013 7:45 pm

Yes , Its a Mean Machine . Looks in very nice condition for being 40 years old ! Put some engines on it and have fun.

Doug Gray · Post by **Doug Gray** » Tue Sep 24, 2013 8:05 pm

Thanks Chris.Now for another question.Does anyone know what kind of engines these are and where to get parts for them ? they have k99102 on the fins

herbert dickel · Post by **herbert dickel** » Tue Sep 24, 2013 8:13 pm

how much to part all that stuff with you ?

Doug Gray · Post by **Doug Gray** » Tue Sep 24, 2013 9:51 pm

Really hadn't thought about that. I have a few other pieces too!

steveohara · Post by **steveohara** » Wed Sep 25, 2013 3:45 am

Doug,

Your chassis is nice and it has some value but nothing spectacular.
On the other hand, your pair of Komet B-Bomb engines with original B-Bomb overhead pipes are probably the most sought after vintage kart equipment in the country and they are worth a fortune. If you decide to sell them place them up for auction on ebay and watch in amazement at what happens.
Minimum $3,000 for the pair and possibly way more.
Don't let anyone talk you into a behind the scenes deal, you could be leaving a lot on the table.
One other thing you should know... that kart with those engines, if set up and tuned to run properly, is a potentially lethal piece of equipment. It is not a toy and driving a C-Open vintage kart like that takes plenty of experience to stay out of trouble.
Steve O'Hara

Doug Gray · Post by **Doug Gray** » Wed Sep 25, 2013 4:19 am

Steve , Thanks for the info. I had no idea that they were worth that much. I use to race dirt bikes about 35 years ago,mostly hare scrambles ,but never any karts. Again Thanks

Chris Marchand · Post by **Chris Marchand** » Wed Sep 25, 2013 1:07 pm

Doug, I was told those engines , properly prepped , put out 30 H.P. plus EACH. Thats a lota H.P. pushing a couple hundred pounds.

Gary Wlodarsky · Post by **Gary Wlodarsky** » Wed Sep 25, 2013 3:53 pm

Chris...what rock have you been living under...closer to 45-50hp each...they are not toys,,,,not for newbies,,,,

gw

Doug Gray · Post by **Doug Gray** » Wed Sep 25, 2013 4:09 pm

Thanks for all the good information guys . It is greatly appreciated . I will try to take a few more pictures of them.

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