Merkur XR4ti's are fairly scarce over here especially in my area.
So as a result they are starting to become low level collector cars.
Even if you find one the price is starting to get a bit high, and if someone has one, the owner usually says he is going to restore it, even if he never really does. so it basically becomes a no sale.
The 4.3 is really a 350 with two cylinders chopped off and as such is fairly heavy.
It also uses a larger flywheel so tunnel space might be a premium as the bell housing will be a a little larger than other choices.
It would be an interesting install, as I don't recall anyone doing one or at least I haven't seen one using that particular V6.
I agree the miata is quite plentiful in the US, much cheaper than here in Canada, it would be a good choice, especially with a turbo.
Look forward to your build.
Al
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